Guinness Storehouse & Roe & Co Whiskey Tour
About This Experience
Pair two of Dublin's most iconic drinks experiences on one guided outing that combines the world-famous Guinness Storehouse with Roe & Co, the city's newest whiskey distillery. With skip-the-line access to both venues, you'll cover the heart of Ireland's brewing and distilling heritage without the queues, led by a professional local guide through the historic quarter known as The Liberties and the surrounding "Golden Whiskey Triangle" that was the epicentre of Dublin distilling in the 18th and 19th centuries.
At Roe & Co, an urban distillery reimagining Irish whiskey inside a former Guinness power station on James's Street, you'll go behind the scenes into the craft of distillation and blending, then take part in a hands-on flavour and cocktail-making workshop. The experience includes a guided whiskey tasting and one premium whiskey drink, with a non-alcoholic option available for those who prefer it. It's built to win over seasoned whiskey fans and curious first-timers alike.
From there you'll head to the Guinness Storehouse for a guided visit through the seven-storey home of the black stuff, finishing with a fresh pint of Guinness in the rooftop Gravity Bar and its panoramic views over the city. Across roughly four hours, this tour weaves together stout and whiskey, history and hospitality, into a single memorable Dublin day.
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to both the Guinness Storehouse and Roe & Co Whiskey Distillery
- Guided visit to the Guinness Storehouse with a fresh pint of Guinness in the rooftop Gravity Bar
- Whiskey samples and one premium whiskey drink at Roe & Co (non-alcoholic option available)
- Hands-on whiskey blending and cocktail-making workshop led by distillery experts
- Fully guided walking tour through Dublin's historic Liberties and Golden Whiskey Triangle
- Small-group experience led by a knowledgeable local guide
What's Included
- ✓ Skip-the-line entry to the Guinness Storehouse
- ✓ Skip-the-line entry to the Roe & Co Whiskey Distillery
- ✓ Guided whiskey tasting with samples and one premium whiskey drink
- ✓ Whiskey making demonstration and blending workshop
- ✓ A pint of fresh Guinness in the Gravity Bar
- ✓ Fully guided walking tour with a professional local guide
Not Included
- Transport to the meeting point and between venues
- Food and additional drinks
- Gratuities
What to Bring
- Valid photo ID (a copy is accepted); all guests must be 18 or over
- Comfortable shoes suitable for walking on cobblestones and uneven surfaces
- Weather-appropriate clothing, as the tour operates in all conditions
Good to Know & Caveats
- Guests must be 18 or older to take part in the whiskey tasting; bring photo ID
- The tour visits two separate venues a short walk apart in The Liberties
- Allow around 4 hours in total for the full experience
- Involves a fair amount of walking over cobblestones, hills and stairs
- Check in with your guide at the meeting point; late arrivals cannot be accommodated and vouchers are only valid for the group tour
- Book ahead, as this small-group tour sells out
Not Suitable For
- Children under 18 (whiskey tasting is 18+)
- Wheelchair users and those with mobility impairments
- People with back problems or who find extended walking difficult
Meeting Point
Meet your guide in front of St Catherine's Church, opposite Arthur's Pub, at 28 Thomas St, The Liberties, Dublin, D08 VF83. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure and check in with the guide, as venue access is only available as part of the group tour.
What Travelers Say
Rated 4.9/5 by 49 verified GetYourGuide travelers.
Maura was phenomenal. You can tell she clearly loves Dublin and has an expansive knowledge of Guinness. Her enthusiasm and passion were contagious. The Guinness storehouse itself could be a 4 hour or more tour. For someone who isn't a whiskey fan, Roe and Co has changed my mind with their class and tasting. Absolutely would advise to take this tour and Maura is fantastic!
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Amazing live guide and amazing experience at Roe and Co, even though I don't drink alcohol. There was an option for a non-alcoholic version.
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Our guide Martin was amazing. His knowledge of what we were doing was amazing. He gave us recommendations that definitely enhanced the trip.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are both the Guinness Storehouse and Roe & Co included?
Yes. The tour includes a guided visit to the Guinness Storehouse and a tour of the Roe & Co Whiskey Distillery, with skip-the-line access to both venues.
Is this a skip-the-line experience?
Yes. You get skip-the-line entry to both the Guinness Storehouse and Roe & Co, so you avoid the main ticket queues at each venue.
How far apart are the two venues?
Both are in Dublin's historic Liberties district and are a short walk apart, which you'll cover on foot as part of the fully guided walking tour.
Do I get a pint and a whiskey tasting?
Yes. You'll enjoy a fresh pint of Guinness in the Gravity Bar plus whiskey samples and one premium whiskey drink at Roe & Co. A non-alcoholic option is available.
