4.8

Based on 1,599 reviews

2 years ago

A very good tour led by our guide Campbell. A very knowledgeable and friendly person. The shop has a nice selection of stuff.

Christina Sloat

2 years ago

Excellent tour. Informative and fun.

Melanie Wernicke

2 years ago

Tolle Führung! Ist sehenswert und man bekommt auf jeden fall was für sein Geld geboten! Inklusive probieren von verschiedenen Sorten und 10% Rabatt in Shop!

Cephei VV1337

2 years ago

We had a great and entertaining tour. The guide was very friendly and had an in-depth knowledge of all whiskeys (not just Oban). The tasting is excellent and there is no stinginess. Thank you very much Campbell and best regards from Germany!

Beth

2 years ago

Great tour with Mike- who was very funny, welcoming and engaging

Eileen Cunningham

2 years ago

Great tour and Campbell was an excellent guide. Very interesting history and Campbell’s style of delivery made the visit more enjoyable. Beautiful tasting whiskies. Lovely way to spend an hour.

Sophia Robinson

2 years ago

We had a great time at the Oban Distillery tour. Campbell was incredibly knowledgeable and had a lovely manner. The tour was informative and fun. We got to try some lovely whiskies and learn why they tasted different. It was a great tour and as we were on our mini moon we got an extra dram to try. Between Campbells recommdation and this it led us to purchase a lovely memorable Maclean whisky. Thoroughly recommend it.

michelle leslie

2 years ago

Very much enjoyed the distillery tour, Campbell’s knowledge and humour kept us engaged. Highly recommend the tour.

rachel driver

2 years ago

What a great little tour! Informative and fun. We had a great tour guide named Campbell and we really enjoyed his informative guide with lots of humour and Scottish charm. The whisky tasting was pleasantly spread out along the hour and we loved learning about the origins of whisky and the distillery. The shot / whisky glass included was a lovely touch. Thank you!

Giulio De Francesco

2 years ago

Campbell Cameron

2 years ago

jose tarafa

2 years ago

Excellent tour very informative and our tour guide jack was amazing. Informative (really knew his stuff) and very fun and personable. This is a small distillery but has very interesting history that adds to the allure. You get to taste 3 different offerings form the company and you get to keep the glass with Oban branding. I will enjoy this glass for years and if it ever breaks I hope to buy another. Also the distillery is in town so if you are staying in Oban (Recommend the pearl Oban hotel) you can drink the 3 drams and. It worry about driving.so easy to get to, a wonderfull whiskey you,will enjoy tasting, souvenir glass included, very informative and lastly a really really awesome sguide if you get jack.

mike rogers

2 years ago

Great time here . Woth a look

Peter Sieyes

2 years ago

Chris Doherty

2 years ago

Great tour, very informative and funny, I think Cameron was our guide, really enthusiastic about the distillery and Oban. You get 3 samples, 1 at the start, another around half way and then one at the end, really lovely whisky.

matthew parker

2 years ago

Lukasz Kawior

2 years ago

Great Tour. Duncan was our guide and he was absolutely great. Tour was 24 GBP, took around 1h. It also included 3 samplings and Oban's tasting glass as gift. I definitely recommend to take this tour for everyone, not only whisky lovers 🙂

Safak Erturan

2 years ago

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Had a fantastic experience at Oban Distillery! The tour was excellent, and our guide, Mike, made it truly special. He was knowledgeable, engaging on a personal level and clearly passionate about whisky, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The tasting was well-paced, and the whisky itself was outstanding. Highly recommend this tour, especially if you’re lucky enough to have Mike as your guide! (He even gifted our group with a piece of peat 🙂🥃)

Zelaine Estacio-Odle

2 years ago

Thank you Christine for a wonderful tour and your hospitality. We will definitely be back again and enjoy more of the local whiskey.

Kevin Vereecken

2 years ago

My partner and I had agreed not to go on yet another brewery/distillery. We kind of know how it works by now. And yet. The cordial and honest comments as well as the tasting certainly made up for the familiarity with the process. Well worth a visit!

Ali McLeod

2 years ago

Great whiskey with a great tour

Graham Tranter

2 years ago

When our tour bus stopped in Oban on our way to Islay, we had to see if we could quickly find the distillery. We did, but were unable to get a tour (not offered within the time we had available). We contented ourselves with a quick visit to the gift shop. Of note, the smell of Peat fires was quite present in this seaside town.

Alexander Ferguson

2 years ago

If anyone is considering a tour at Oban distillery it is a fabulous tour with staff giving you an insight to a great whisky.

T Kestner

2 years ago

We toured Oban distillery last year and had a great time. Their Scotch is fantastic, highly recommend and we thoroughly enjoyed the tour and tastings. Be sure to check out the shop before leaving, some items are only available in their stop at the distillery

BENOIST Anthony

2 years ago

Lee Borden

2 years ago

We had a wonderful time touring the distillery in Oban. Campbell was our guide and he was engaging and informative on all things whiskey and Oban. I highly recommend this tour.

Andrew Watson

2 years ago

Today we did the tour of the distillery with Campbell. The tour was amazing and Campbell's knowledge, enthusiasm and charm was second to none. Campbell made everyone feel included and spoke to you not at you. I've done a few different distillery tours of other brands and the Oban Distillery was by far the best.

Stephanie

2 years ago

Can’t rate the tour or the distillery highly enough. Was super lucky to get just 3 of us on a tour with the knowledge and hilarious Mike. A sensational informative afternoon with outstanding whiskey to boot! Thanks Mike !

Bailey Sadowsky

2 years ago

Truly one of the best distillery tours we’ve been on. We really felt like we left with a better understanding of the process as it was explained very well to us on our tour. We will be back to show others the town and distillery. Well worth a visit. As for the whisky, they have a great flavour profile range. We appreciated being able to try the various whisky’s before purchasing a bottle.

M Der

2 years ago

A must-see, this distillery has made the history and fortune of the town, one of the oldest distilleries in Scotland. Founded in 1794 in the town of Oban, it is known for its role as a middle ground between Highland and Island whisky. Its proximity to the sea strongly influences the character of its whiskies, which combine slightly peaty, maritime notes. It is part of the famous "Classic Malts of Scotland" range. Can be visited or just to have a drink and be able to compare different drinks from different Scottish origins... a visit is essential

Ash V

2 years ago

We didn’t have a tour but we enjoyed the whiskey flight upstairs.

Gys de Beer (GmanJozi)

2 years ago

Loved the whiskey tour, very informative!

John Koffal

2 years ago

Great staff. Friendly and knowledgable and happy to spend time with you. Whisky was exceptional and shop was attractively displayed.

Stefan Lewis

2 years ago

Good whiskeys

carina van der trappen

2 years ago

Very professional, friendly staff, good explanation

Barbara O'Connell

2 years ago

Informative and tasty!!

Marco de Groot

2 years ago

We had a very enjoyable and informative tour. Kate was our English guide and she told the story of Oban Whisky very nicely and knew a lot of fun facts. The 3 drams of Whisky were very tasty and we scored some nice souvenirs in the shop

Ian Johnson

2 years ago

Great tour by Mike W. at the start of 2025. Interesting, engaging, and well tailored to the group. Doesn't hurt that the whiskey mitigated the pain from my wife's recent foot injury. See you on the south coast, Mike.

Achilleas Dalkafoukis

2 years ago

Full experience for the malt whiskey production process

Brittany Warren

2 years ago

We did the distillery tour with Campbell, and it was a highlight of our trip to Oban. We learned so much about the whiskey making process, sustainability at Oban distillery and the town’s history. 10/10 recommend!

Joseph Valerio

2 years ago

Lovely tours and tastings. Prices are a touch high considering it’s their juice.

Mark Poole

2 years ago

The Oban distillery tour is excellent, the staff are friendly, engaging and knowledgeable.

Claudia Pacitti

2 years ago

Campbell our tour guide was lovely. I'm not a whisky fan but this was a great ' to do' in Oban.

Nicole Robertson

2 years ago

We had a really braw tour! Our guide, Duncan, was funny and very knowledgeable and it was a unique experience even though it was definitely not my first bottle of Oban and certainly will not be the last.

Fabian West

2 years ago

We thoroughly enjoyed the Oban Distillery tour, a great way to spend an afternoon in Oban. We learned a lot about the history of the distillery, and it's place in Oban's history as well. I've never enjoyed spirits that much. But Oban 14 was so delicious, peaty and honey-flavored, we've become enamoured with it. I'm glad we had the opportunity to taste and compare. You can taste the quality, worth the price! We were thrilled to find it was available in Asheville, NC.

Aiden Tuthill

2 years ago

The distillery tour was interested and informative, our tour guide Campbell told plenty of jokes as well. They are sustainable and promote driving safe as we got the drams that we couldn’t try because we were driving to take home, along with a 10% discount

Ira Davis

2 years ago

I've been on many brewery and distillery tours and this one of the better ones. Campbell was a perfect guide, and you get an excellent look at the stages of the brewing process. Worth the price for the 3 samples and the commemorative tasting glass. A little over an hour long tour. There is also a bar and a gift shop.

Kate Hersey

2 years ago

We had an incredible experience at Oban Distillery, all thanks to our wonderful guide Campbell! His knowledge of the distillery's history, the whisky making process and the nuances of Oban’s flavor profile made the tour both educational and enjoyable. The tasting session was a highlight of the tour and we left with a newfound appreciation for whisky. Highly recommend this tour and if you’re lucky enough to get Campbell as your guide then you're in for a treat! He will tell you all about the happiest angels 🙂

Calvin Gardner

2 years ago

Very fun distillery tour! Great overview of scotch. The town of Oban is quite charming and the distillery is a great part of the experience.

James Ferguson

2 years ago

Joel Lecamus

2 years ago

Nice visit and explanations. Thank you Mike for the testing, the discovery and the tips about whisky.

Aria Bashi

2 years ago

Did the tasting and the tour, definitely worth it to do the tasting. Mike was knowledgeable and very personable. 10/10

Yannik Buhl

2 years ago

Huge recommendation to do a tour here. 1 hour, three drams, a great tour guide Gavin, and a wee glass as a gift. All for 25£. Most interesting distillery tour for me so far. Plus it’s possible to see the active production.

Athif Ahmed

2 years ago

My dad took me and my mom for the distillery tour today. My mother and I do not drink, but we joined my dad to give him company in our trip and we're glad we did. We got to learn a lot about whiskey production and the tour guide Sarah was extremely knowledgable about the industry. She was also very friendly and kept us entertained. The other staff were also very kind. We highly recommend all Whiskey lovers to check out this distillery! 🙂

Dr Monika Gostic

2 years ago

Absolutely incredible experience! Great tour with very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. The whisky is delicious and the staff amazing. Definitely recommend

Brian Epro

2 years ago

We did the distillery tour with Jack and had a great time. Very knowledgeable and funny, and the tour was interesting and the perfect length. Very nice distillery store, too, staffed with friendly people. A very fun way to get a bit of history during your time in Oban.

Robert Samohyl

2 years ago

Kerry Bailey

2 years ago

I had an amazing experience at this establishment! Leslie and James took extra time to explain different flavor profiles and really explain about the different variations of Oban whisky as well as other local treasures. I highly recommend popping in if you are in Oban!

Isabel Massow

2 years ago

Beautiful little distillery. We had a lot of fun, which wasn't just because of the whiskey samples 😉

Alexandru Marian Florea

2 years ago

What an experience!!! Great place to get to know your whiskey. Got lucky and it was only 3 of us in the tour and Cambel was fantastic, such a knowledge about the history of the place and the whiskey. Would highly recommend a tour of it and buy a nice bottle at the end !

Ivonig Corfmat

2 years ago

Oban is such an interesting distillery to visit. 'Blocked' in the middle of the city it doesn't have possibilities to grow and therefor keeps a quite low average production compare to other distilleries. The guided tour was great with an extremely funny and knowledgeable guide. However the price of distillery exclusive and handfill proposed by Diageo are a shame compared to other distilleries. 130 pounds for a handfill is really overpriced.

Colin Wilkinson

2 years ago

Our tour guide Mike was a pleasure to meet his interaction and knowledge of Oban whisky was brilliant he made everyone at ease and answered everyones questions some funny and yet some more serious about the production. Well done Mike

Doug Paulley

2 years ago

Particularly friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Visitors centre, shop and bar accessible to wheelchair users, including via specialist lift. Cameron was excellent at gauging the level of whisky experience and tailoring his approach correspondingly- knew his stuff, Interesting guy, very pleasant. Sarah in the shop very helpful.

James Hendry

2 years ago

One of the best tour guides I have heard, funny, informative and sincere.

Marc Moutinho

2 years ago

The distillery tour and tasting was great, Duncan was very informative and entertaining.

Isabel Hunt

2 years ago

Amazing place to visit. Highly recommend booking the tour which is excellent value for money. The tour is around an hour with 3 drams of whiskey to try and a glass to keep Our guide, Mike, was so friendly, informative and funny. He made the tour.

Clark Crown

2 years ago

Wilhelm Unkel

2 years ago

Very informative and close to the customer. And of course excellent whiskey!

Evan Wildman

2 years ago

Went for a tour here, led by the honourable and knowledgable Campbell. Excellent host and tourguide, fabulous learning and so good to see how Oban is all made.

Mark Hatton

2 years ago

Campbell was our charasmatic guide around the charming Oban Distillery. He was able to explain to us the whole process of making whiskey, with the friendliness and charm that makes tours like this so much fun. Also included are three samples, or if you're driving, an optional takeaway pack for later. I would definitely recommend the distillery tour if you are in Oban for any length of time, and hopefully you will get Campbell as your guide!

Trey Jacobson

2 years ago

John Moffat

2 years ago

Very enjoyable tour. Campbell was an excellent guide. Liked that we got our whiskies throughout the tour and not just at the end.

Ken Davidson

2 years ago

Highly recommend the Oban tour. Our guide Mike was funny and informative. Good pace, only takes an hour. And you get a few different samples to try. Well worth a visit!

Andrea Dali

2 years ago

Sergio Matias

2 years ago

Distillery tour was great. The tasting included 3 different whiskies.

Brandon Momchilovich

2 years ago

Awesome experience. Really enjoyed the tasting experience and then lesson on the distillation process and ways to better enjoy a glass of scotch.

Eamonn Mooney

2 years ago

Great tour, Denis was brill and the wee drams made it

Debra McShane

2 years ago

Really enjoyed the distillery tour, it was very interesting and accessible for whisky newcomers. The staff are friendly and helpful

Hans Vd Veen

2 years ago

Jason “Ronnie” Barker

2 years ago

Had a few days stay in the Western Highlands this week. So booked a tour of the famed Oban Whisky Distillery and what a fantastic experience it was. Took about an hour and 15 from start to finish and was both informative and entertaining. Mike our guide was incredibly knowledgeable about whisky and of course Oban. His enthusiasm made it very enjoyable. I appreciated the 10% discount in the store after the tour. Will be talking about it back in Yorkshire with the lads whilst we enjoy a few drams of Oban. Top marks Mike. All the best from ‘Yorkshire’

Ian Stevens

2 years ago

A great distillery to visit, enjoyed the tour with drams from the very start.

Ursula Pas

2 years ago

A great distillery. We had a tour here and that was even beter than expexted. Our tourgide Adam was verry good. He new a lot about the whisky and the proces of making it. He also made some jokes. We liked the way he gave the tour. We learned a lot and it was fun. The Oban tasted fantastic. I'm so glad We did this.

Y U

2 years ago

You'll be satisfied with just the tasting corner and souvenir corner. The original goods are also stylish and cute.

Cory Brandt

2 years ago

Great tour and very informative. Adam was a fantastic guide!

Carina Zacher

2 years ago

Did the distillery tour with Adam, what a great experience! He was dynamic, informative, and passionate about whiskey. Beautiful and quaint distillery, it's clear to see they care about their product and people. Would recommend!

ezgi erkoyun

2 years ago

We visited the distillery bar, very nice selection of whiskies.

Christian Barnard

2 years ago

The tour was interesting, funny and informative. Highly recommended.

Tim McCauley

2 years ago

An exceptional tour. We did Guinness, we did Jameson but Oban is in it's own league. A tour of an actual working distillery, makers of one of the best single malt scotch available, this brings you through explaining the scotch making process in the facility where it's actually made and has been since it's founding in late 1700s. Tastings of different whiskeys, a knowledgeable and engaging guide it is easily worth the price and time. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute.

susan goodwin

2 years ago

Kim Hudson

2 years ago

Susy Meier

2 years ago

Book your tour in advance and don't miss this one! Duncan was a great guide, and we learned a bit and then tasted some very nice whisky.

Michael Gerber

2 years ago

Nice and interesting tour.

Allyson Cox

2 years ago

Excellent tour. Our guide was Campbell and he really knew his stuff. I learned a lot and enjoyed myself!

Michal Kulendik

2 years ago

Great experience. The destilery tour was interesting with good guide.

B Mortimer

2 years ago

Anders Trelling

2 years ago

Makes nice whiskey, well worth a visit tour or tasting in the bar

Morgane BERTRAND

2 years ago

A very interesting visit, a tasty tasting. This small distillery is great to visit, you can really see all the real production machines and what makes this whiskey so unique.

Joshua Frankovich

2 years ago

D B

2 years ago

Matt Bodell

2 years ago

Was originally trying to book a tour but it was sold out so did the tasting instead. Was a great experience! They give you the overview of how it’s made and lots about Oban and the distillery. Would highly recommend. Shop is nice too with some good finds. Book early!

Edwin Ridout

2 years ago

Gary gave us our best ever tour and tasting in the famous Obama Distillery. Very informative and entertaining, a high point of our visit to Oban. Not to be missed.

Sabine Mager-Falk

2 years ago

A very entertaining and interesting tour. Thank you for that.

Dana Bice

2 years ago

We had a great experience at Oban. Our tour guide was awesome.

Mark Wraith

2 years ago

Thoroughly enjoyed the tour and the 3 drams. Andy our tour guide was very informative and great craic.

Brian

2 years ago

The tour was excellent (as is the product), so glad I chose Oban Distillery to tour. Tour was engaging, informative, and fun. Our tour guide Sophie was great, and the facility is excellent. Also a special thanks to Mike another distillery employee who represented the company well. If you are looking to do a distillery tour I would highly recommend Oban.

Mark Olson

2 years ago

Kelly Stone

2 years ago

My husband and I experienced the Oban Whisky Distillery tour while in Oban and had a wonderful time. The tour was interesting and informative and we learned a lot about the process. We also got to sample three whiskies and our tour guide Christine showed us how to taste it and get the flavours out. It was a lot of fun and I would recommend it for both those who love whisky and those who are not drinkers.

Kelly Masterson

2 years ago

I really enjoyed how small the distillery is because it gives lots of close time for you to learn about the process, how to properly drink scotch, and the fun history that keeps growing behind the brand.

nick common

2 years ago

Brilliant tour!! Did the tasting followed by the tour. Thanks to Gavin and Campbell, very welcoming and extremely knowledgeable. If your a whisky fan this is a must. Perfect day out.

Lionel GUEDON

2 years ago

AussieInSauga

2 years ago

We had a great whiskey tour by Mike who was very knowledgeable about the distillery process and entertaining - It was well worth it!!

Joel Klasky

2 years ago

Excellent tour that included the history of Oban and learning g about the process was very informative and interesting. Our tour guide Andy was phenomenal.

Christopher Johnson

2 years ago

Amazing experience. I already enjoyed Oban before visiting, but the Oban family and tour just made me fall in love with them. You have to visit Oban!

Peter Keur

2 years ago

Charlott E

2 years ago

Yes!!!! So perfectly guided tour. And VERY nice whisky (and service). Available to try for free after guided tour. And 10% discount.

Fabian Bierer

2 years ago

Loved every part of visiting Oban Distillery! Highly recommend booking one of the tours there - worth every penny regardless of whether your a connoisseur or not! Our guide Adam was everything you could wish for in a guide…knowledgeable, kind, authentic and funny…plus he obviously treats you with some delicious Oban whiskey 🥃😊 Can’t thank him enough for his patience with answering all our questions! The perfect visit!

Madelyn Smith

2 years ago

Great activity to do in Oban! The distillery was neat and the tour was informative.

Algirdas Virbasius

2 years ago

Calum was great guide. Highly recommended the whiskey dedicated to dear Teddy

Sina

2 years ago

I booked a Tour today at 13:30. The Shop was very busy but the young Lady who gave the tour was very kind and explained all the steps for producing Whiskey very good. Thank you for this experience!

manpreet singh

2 years ago

Fantastic distrillery tour led by the very informative, welcoming and friendly mary flora at the oban distillery,had great experience

Brian Wolfe

2 years ago

An amazing tour with a fantastic tour guide, Campbell. I've taken tours of distilleries, but this one has fantastic stories, history, and tastes! If you're in Oban, book a tour. My regret is not getting to the bar for a flight.

Philipp Zirngibl

2 years ago

We had the tour with Campbell and it was awesome! You get shown around the distillery and learn how distillation works and how the process has or has not changed over the decades. Together with the tasting of some of the whiskys and Campbells cool and funny way to tell the story you almost can see the people working 😄 Also the shop is great and there is a whisky bar. Absolute recommendation!

Mats Markussen

2 years ago

Had an excellent visit to Oban Distillery. Took a guided tour where we got some really good insights into the distilling process and the history of Oban. Highly recommend going on a smaller distillery like this than large commercial ones

Marcella Picchio

2 years ago

Excellent tour guide Sophie Molotov, good tastings!

Chris Sorenson

2 years ago

Sophie was an amazing tour guide!! The process of making the whiskey is so interesting!!

Lynne

2 years ago

My husband and I had an excellent time on the Oban Distillery Tour today. Our tour guide Adam was fantastic really good at explaining the process and answering any questions and was fun too. Also it was good to taste some of the whisky's and get a wee glass to take home. Been to other distillery tours but the Oban one was far the best due to the great informative tour guide Adam. Well done keep up the great work. My husband used his 10% discount for being on the tour on the distillers addition Oban Whisky as he enjoyed the taste of that one the best.

Ali Moore

2 years ago

Excellent tour with a very knowledgeable and kind guide-Callum. Definitely recommend.

The Voice of the Tiger

2 years ago

One of the oldest small distilleries in the highlands. Tasting gives a lot of information and it is worth to do so

Ben Marchand

2 years ago

A very nice visit and experience. Guide was excellent. They give you one glass and a discount at the shop. Tasting starts at the begining which is a very good idea.

F. L.

2 years ago

A great tour by Andy. He answered all questions in detail and showed us the distillery. Unfortunately the Oban whiskey is not stored in Oban so you cannot see the storage. The individual steps leading up to alcohol are described on boards at each point of the tour. There were 3 samples during the tour. There is a 10% discount in the shop when you visit the tour. On the second floor there are toilets and a bar for further samples, which you have to pay for.

Sean King

2 years ago

As always, very friendly staff and some of the best whisky in the world. What more can you say?

Paul McLean

2 years ago

I am not a whisky person, but I thoroughly enjoyed the tour of the Oban Distillery. Our guide Mike was fantastic: engaged with the visitors, exceptionally well-spoken, witty, and informative. Exemplary. I highly recommend this activity--especially if you have ancestors from the Western Isles! Book in advance so you don't miss out.

Katie Sommers

2 years ago

This was a great tour! You really get to see the inner workings of the distillery (it's a clean and beautiful facility) and the guide is well-informed and can answer all your questions. You get to keep a neat souvenir tasting glass. The distillery produces almost no waste - it's green! I don't even like whisky and this tour was well worth the time. Recommend booking ahead of time.

Cassandra Jones

2 years ago

Go and have a tour with Duncan! He is a Whiskey Rockstar !!! Great experience and lots of fun!!

Ludovic Toffoli

2 years ago

During our visit to the distillery, the atmosphere was very pleasant, but our guide was quite redundant. He could really use a microphone because it was difficult to hear him clearly, and he didn't respond very well to questions asked.

Gustavo Forero

2 years ago

In my opinion the best destiny for whiskey

Danielle Levac

2 years ago

Tour guide was very informative

Liesl MacGregor

2 years ago

Very informative tour with our guide Christine. Not only learned about Oban whiskey, but history of the distillery. Christine was very patient with all of the tour members, even those that tested our patience.

priscilla ngotho

2 years ago

A distillery in the heart of the town. Easily walkable from most places in Oban. Very friendly and well informed staff. Calum is a star! And the whisky does not disappoint. The Oban 14yr is a classic and easy drinking, like the Little Bay. The distiller's edition is always intense and a pleasure. The current Oban 11yr hand filled is a delight!

Rob Norton

2 years ago

Lots of fun and interesting facts, plus a cool tasting glass for a souvenir!

Ian Berry

2 years ago

The distillery tour at Oban is well worth the time to both scotch connoisseurs and non-connoisseurs alike. Unlike other distilleries in Scotland, Oban’s building is rich in its historical uniqueness. The entire staff are a welcoming bunch (Talisker Distillery could take a few notes). We had Adam as our tour guide, who didn't hesitate to answer all of my nerdy questions about the distilling process. After the tour concluded Jim helped us out at the bar upstairs and gave us the no nonsense version of the entire selection of spirits offered. From the tour guide, to the staff at the gift shop, to our friend Jim upstairs at the bar, and everyone in between, this is the true and honest scotch distillery experience that I believe most tourists would highly appreciate.

Billy McCafferty

2 years ago

René Höpfner

2 years ago

Madeline Thorpe

2 years ago

Touring the Oban Distillery was such a fun and educational experience! Sophie was a wonderful guide - fun, knowledgeable, and friendly! We especially appreciated learning about the history of the place and their current efforts to be a sustainable, carbon neutral business.

rolf soumang

2 years ago

Very enjoyable tour. Got to taste a few samples of what is arguably the best whisky in the world.

Vicky Toporek

2 years ago

Kind employees. Wonderful selection of whiskey and merchandise. So very accommodating

Jess Eig

2 years ago

Definitely worth a stop in, even for the bar and the shop. I didn't do the tour, really if you've done one you've done them all except for a few exceptions that I've seen, but I bet it's good.

Kirrily Peters

2 years ago

Informative and generous tour of the distillery. Provided three drams of their different whisky’s and a souvenir glass. Can take the samples of whisky away with you little bottles provided if you don’t want to drink it then and there. John was a very engaging tour guide.

Megan Gust

2 years ago

We had a great time. Our guide was very informative and shared a lot about the history. My husband enjoyed the 10% discount after our tasting. I am not a whisky drinker but we were able to take the drinks home in take away bottles to have for later. Thanks for a great tasting!

lisa laporte

2 years ago

Mr Campbell was a delight, very informative and helpful, drams were delectable and the group was just a blast to see. Thanks and hope to see you again soon!!

Theresa Ahern

2 years ago

This was a wonderful tour. Our guide, Mike (also one of the distillers), was knowledgeable, funny and welcoming. We learned about the history of Oban Whiskey and were walked through the whole process, from start to finish, enjoying three samples along the way. A nice touch was the tasting glass souvenir we received. Tour participants also get a 10% discount at the gift shop.

Julia Pepunkt

2 years ago

Wir hatten hier eine großartige und sehr interessante Führung mit Mike. Vielen Dank nochmal. Mike war unglaublich freundlich und ist toll auf die einzelnen Leute eingegangen. Er war total witzig und charmant. Davon lebt so eine Führung und lässt sie nicht trocken und langweilig wirken. Wir haben viel gelernt und man konnte auch immer nachfragen. Bei unserer Führung war ein Kind mit bei. Auch hier war ich überrascht, wie toll Mike auf das Mädchen eingegangen ist. Generell ist die Oban Destillerie eine wirklich schöne Destillerie. Wir haben das erste mal eine besichtigt und waren wirklich froh hier gelandet zu sein. Tolle Auswahl an Whiskys und ein schöner Shop mit Auswahl (auch anderer Hersteller). Preis Leistung für die Führung ist hier definitiv gegeben 🙂

Juliette Grisoni

2 years ago

Our visit to Oban distillery was alright overall thanks to our enthusiastic guide Caitlin. However, I was taken aback by the limited information on the company's environmental practices and Caitlin's assertion about peat extraction having no environmental impact. It's best to refrain from commenting when unsure. Additionally, while the tasting experience was decent, offering samples of more exclusive whiskies could enhance it, especially for potential buyers. It was nice to take home the glasses. Also it would be appreciated if promised follow-up answers to questions were provided. Overall, an interesting visit with room for improvement.

Mike

2 years ago

Stein Rosseel

2 years ago

As a whiskey lover you must have been there.

Ellen Sillars

2 years ago

Great tour!!!!

Petr Dlouhy

2 years ago

Amira A

2 years ago

Very good place. The explanations of Leslie were clear and interesting. I loved everything. Thanks Leslie.

Drew Beard

2 years ago

Had a wonderful tour here. Our guide, Tony, was informative and friendly and tasted our group on some fantastic single malts. Highly recommend!

Markus

2 years ago

Timo Schätzler

2 years ago

The tour of the distillery is not only informative but also very entertaining! The guide was very personable and had a lot of fun leading the tour and tasting. We were able to try 3 varieties and even got a glass. Absolutely recommended, not just for whiskey drinkers!

J C

2 years ago

Great tour. Just long enough and not rushed to get through it. Super friendly staff and a very pleasant experience overall!

tal busnach

2 years ago

The tour was interesting and the whiskey was good.

Michael O'Connor

2 years ago

Fantastic tour. You go through the real distillery and see the actual production of the whiskey. Our tour guide was very informative and answered all our questions. Highly recommend.

Matthew Raile

2 years ago

Started with a hike to Gaylen Castle… ended with a tour of Oban distillery. What a great day in Oban!! It was an It was an amazing tour of an authentic distillery! Our tour guide Mike was knowledgeable, kind, and fun. Add this to your route in your Scotland travels!

francois glaisner

2 years ago

Jeff Ferguson

2 years ago

Had such a fun tour at the Oban distillery—a rare combination of welcoming and knowledgable people, who clearly love what they get to make but are eager to share it with even a person who knows nothing about scotch or whisky. Jim gave us a very entertaining tour, and we would highly recommend visiting for one if you're even remotely in the Oban area.

Guido Alblas

2 years ago

Tony Cheyne

3 years ago

Excellent experience, all the staff nice and friendly, the entire group had a few laughs while on the tour, 3 samples also given, which can be put in a little bottle and taken away, and you also get a Oban whisky glass, great tour well worth the money

Marijn Geerts

3 years ago

Renata Hanko

3 years ago

Just went in for a bit of nosy, lovely distillery.

Tom Crathorne

3 years ago

Brilliant distillery tour by Adam who was lively, friendly and very knowledgeable, happily answering any questions with lots of information. Delicious whisky in a wonderful setting!

Kelsey R

3 years ago

Went on a great tour. Guide John was funny and knowledgeable (and three drams helped make it a great time). I went from thinking I wasn’t much of a whisky fan to now appreciating it — and bought some to take home. The 10% discount for tour takers helps. I liked that we got to keep our drams as souvenirs, too.

Joy Lee

3 years ago

Kyle Hartman

3 years ago

Coco Sol

3 years ago

we had a great time on the tour and are very happy with our whisky purchases we got after the tour! learned a lot about distilling and the workings of a distillery and how a few ingredients with time make such delicious whisky. the tour guide Mike was a joy to listen to as well.

Anne Keats

3 years ago

Jonathan Seekings

3 years ago

Wonderful, visit. Great Friendly and knowledgeable staff, a worthwhile visit when in Oban

Lorenzo Scardelletti

3 years ago

David Edwards

3 years ago

Alastair Craig

3 years ago

Easy booking system and the actual tour was fantastic. Julianna was a great guide and clearly knows her whisky and, more importantly, how to deliver the subject in an interesting way.

Scotty Bonzo

3 years ago

Great tour and friendly and knowledgeable guide. Whisky want too bad either!!

Ghost Rider

3 years ago

Firstly ... Happy mothers day to Joyce! That's Ian's mum and he was our guide for the tour. He was very knowledgeable and amusing... a real likeable chap. The tour is interesting and informative and we both enjoyed our short visit. 3 included drams and a free glass make the tour good value and 10% off in the shop afterwards. Thanks to the team there for a great afternoon.

Tobias S

3 years ago

Great tour and explanations by Adam. Loved the anecdotes about the distillery, not just the process. Great option to fill the whisky into small bottles for takeaway to allow drivers to also join the tour+tasting.

Patrick McLaughlin

3 years ago

Superb tour of a great whisky distiller. Great whisky, great sustainability efforts and great people.

Michel Paquien

3 years ago

A very informative visit for whiskey lovers or newbies passing through Oban. I highly recommend.

ion nicolae

3 years ago

David Baker

3 years ago

The whiskey here is incredible and the staff are so so kind. I didn’t make it in time for a tour but when I’m back In Scotland I’m making my way to Oban

Tsz Yuen Ho

3 years ago

Excellent guided tour! Little distillery makes great whiskey. Worthy to be visited

John Boogaard

3 years ago

Very fun and informative tour by an incredibly enthusiastic guide! Highly recommended

Virginia Jordan

3 years ago

Canny Comps Ltd

3 years ago

Loved our visit here yesterday thank you easy 5 starts from all of us at Canny Comps

Kris Hawk

3 years ago

Great tour with good information and a wonderful guide. Mike was witty, knowledgeable and passionate. A perfect emissary for the brand.

Hana Arikson

3 years ago

My husband and I honeymooned in Scotland and this tour was such a fantastic experience! Our tour guide was absolutely incredible (Thank you Mike!) and his knowledge and wit really made this tour shine.

Nick Brooks

3 years ago

Just popped in while driving through Oban and was greeted with a great welcome. Was offered tastings of all the Diageo brands with no charge expected. Beautiful place right in the heart of Oban 🥃

Sinead Smyth

3 years ago

One of the best distillery tours I’ve ever been on, each stage of the process is described and you can see them up close. There is tastings throughout the tour, if you are not drinking they give you a little glass bottle which you can bring with you. The tour guide had wonderful personal stories about the town and the buildings. Loved every minute, highly recommend

Dan Maroni

3 years ago

In centre of town, limited street parking available, small distillery with very friendly and passionate staff. 3 drams to try, a wealth of information on the process in a working distillery with a great gift shop & bar at the end. Fantastic experience well worth the money! Thanks Mike 🙂

Laura Nicholson

3 years ago

Had our tour by Yuliana. She was knowledgeable and very friendly. Lovely guide. Went for a birthday treat and really enjoyed it. Would definitely recommend.

Mista Kincha

3 years ago

Did the Obin Distillery Tour on a rainy day. Ian was an EXCELLENT tour guide! This is a must stop place and a big recommendation for those who like, in Ian’s words, “a wee dram” of whiskey.

Julie Crannell

3 years ago

Our guide Ian was very informative and answered all questions we had. Very good tour! And tasty scotch 😁 Sláinte!

Tom S

3 years ago

We booked the Oban Distillery tour and it was very informative and entertaining. Our tour guide, I think was called Alan - I think he said he was fairly new to the job. But regardless he was brilliant at taking us through the place and describing the various stages and processes that create one of the world's best whiskeys. We got several drams along the way and they even give you a free glass with the Oban brand etched onto it. I wish my father-in-law was alive to have also gone as it was among his favorite go-to scotch's.

Aaron Bornfleth

3 years ago

You get the feeling that you’re being treated like friends as you tour the place. The tour guide did the talk-very-fast-because-he’s-done-this-tour-a-million-times-this-week but you could tell he really cared about what he was talking about and did feel passionately about the distillery. Great whiskey, what’s not to like?

Anna Ciociola

3 years ago

Great tour (thanks Adam)! Highly recommend.

Akash S

3 years ago

Would highly recomment the whisky tasting tour. Not only fantastic value for money on some tasty drams, but also a fine talk and chat with the tour guide (in my case, Jim). The tour was relaxed and friendly (good for solo travellers) and enjoyable for anyone interested in whisky. The bar area is also charming, as is the shop area below.

Joan C Giden

3 years ago

Pierre Coquiart

3 years ago

Rick van der Wurff

3 years ago

Nice place to visit both the giftshop (open to all) and to do a 1-hour guided whisky tour (check to prebook). With the tour you will see the production process and enjoy 3 drams of their whisky and an empty dram to take home as a souvenir. Very considerate: They handout small bottles if you choose to conserve for instance if you’re driving. GBP 22 for adult, GBP 6 for child (over 8). Guide does a very good job in telling the story.

Corinne Cooper

3 years ago

We had a great tour of Oban distillery, really reasonably priced £22 per person for a 1 hour tour and 3 tasters of whiskey (which you could take away if you wanted) you also got a lovely whiskey taster shot glass for free which was a bonus. Our tour guide Ulyana was fantastic, funny, and informative. We ended up buying a couple of bottles of whiskey, one of which was a rare one that you pour, sign and label your own bottle and we got a free taste of that before we bought it too. Overall highly recommend this tour.

ludmila

3 years ago

Very nice guide (thanks Ullianna) We were able to taste 3 different scotches and we had a free glass at the end of the tasting Not to be missed in Oban

Josh Dennison

3 years ago

Ross Johnston

3 years ago

David McKenzie

3 years ago

Ahh, a visit to one of the leading Temples of the Nectar of the Gods !! A quasi- religious experience. Take it in, and take home a bottle so that ought at the Distillery ..."

Simon Begot

3 years ago

Marija Nedjalkova

3 years ago

Thoroughly enjoyed our tour. (We were there in the end of November). I have been on distillery tours before, and this one definitely measures up! Uliana, our tour guide was engaging, and knowledgeable, and funny, and it made the tour very memorable. You also get three drams and a glass to take home with you, which makes the tour really worth it!

Sonja Bonness

3 years ago

We had a lovely afternoon with a tour and tasting and got even some discount on the purchased whisky. Yuliana was a very charming, knowledgeable and thoughtful guide. Thank you so much!!!

liz simmons

3 years ago

Loved this tour! Not a whisky drinker so the tour was very informative. Tour guide Jim is great at his job!!

Doc Hics

3 years ago

Best place to vist you must go

Jessica Tidey

3 years ago

We had the most wonderful experience at the Oban Distillery today! I booked the tour as a surprise for my husband and the distillery team made us feel so well looked after, especially Adam! He is such a credit to the distillery and his knowledge, confidence, and passion about the history of the company and their product is absolutely outstanding! I entered this tour as someone who has never liked whisky, and I left with a new found love for it that I NEVER thought I would have! We would absolutely recommend visiting this wonderful distillery to everyone visiting the are!

Florin Ungureanu

3 years ago

Loved the tour. Very interesting. An hour well spent for sure, learning also a bit of local history and about the whisky industry. Loved the fact that you get to sample some of the whisky plus we got to keep a round of glasses which was really nice. If you cannot drink there you can take the samples away with you so won't be missing anything. Adam was really pleasant and funny. Thanks so much. P.S. if you do the tour you get a discount if you wanna buy a nice whisky afterwards, so well worth it.

Florian Reining

3 years ago

Good tour including samples of the distillery exclusive, the Oban 14y and the Oban Little Bay Whisky

Stephen Lawrie

3 years ago

Francois Bl

3 years ago

An absolute pleasure to visit this distillery, and to listen to the king of this marvellous place, even if you can’t understand a word . Scotland is a great place to live, Oban is a great place to visit , whisky is a great choice to drink

Mimi Js

3 years ago

Loved the Oban Distillery tour. Juliana was informative and personable as she guided us through the history and processes that make Oban Oban, or as we learned it's pronounced, "Oh-bin". As long time fans of Oban 14 it was a treat to taste a variety of Oban whiskies. The wee dram glass made for a fun souvenir.

Roberta Clark

3 years ago

Visited last week(Wednesday at 3.30pm) for tour, given by the beautiful (may have name wrong) Ojulia . The tour guide was very funny, kind, and very informative. Gave a wonderful tour. Learnt a lot about Oban whisky and how it is made. Was a tasting tour and had 3 samples along the tour, all very nice!! Would recommend and will visit again!!

Kayla U.

3 years ago

I signed up for a tour and couldn’t make it super last minute, but they worked with me to still grab their samples before I left! Amazing customer service and even better whiskey!

Wes Barker

3 years ago

Fantastic tour. Informative and a lot of fun. Mike and the entire team we encountered were great. Well worth our time and loved by the entire group, even the non scotch drinkers.

Luc Michaud

3 years ago

Informative and touching visit of sincerity and passion. What's more, this whiskey is smooth, not peaty and can be drunk without being harsh like most Single Malts.

Ben Marrable

3 years ago

Tour was very informative and engaging. Mark was very passionate and knowledgeable about the industry and the distillery. Would highly recommend a tour if in the region

Dale Cooper

3 years ago

Graham Bernstein

3 years ago

Doug

3 years ago

Großartige Beratung, waren früh am Morgen dort.

riccardo gobbi

3 years ago

Abbiamo fatto il tour del distilleria con whisky tasting. Fantastici tutti e due, comprese le spiegazioni dettagliate sulla produzione e storia dell’Oban Whisky. Un plauso alla guida Heather.

John Osbourne

3 years ago

Recently visited and it was a good experience, we where shown around as a group,our guide was very informative, and was able to answer any questions then we where treated to a few free samples. I would recommend it to.everyone Limited disabled access .allow plenty of time for your visit.

Steven Claes

3 years ago

B Ritchie

3 years ago

Nice place to visit for your favourite whisky or gift. Unfortunately the bar was closed for staff training, so will have to try another day to sample. Slàinte Mhath

Laura Baker

3 years ago

Great shop with very friendly & knowledgeable staff. Wishing we had time to do one of the tours. We instead opted to purchase a few bottles to have our own whisky tasting later. Would highly recommend.

Paul Stroner

3 years ago

Carmen cardona armas

3 years ago

Alenei helped us since she speaks Spanish. The visit was beautiful with her, she is very professional and explained everything to us wonderfully.

Jason Wallace

3 years ago

Taste Scotland in a bottle. Go for the tasting flight, of course I prefer to just take the ones made locally. Friendly staff, very helpful, worth the visit.

David Mosley

3 years ago

Great way to spend an hour .👍😋

Federica Boccadoro

3 years ago

Very interesting Beautiful bottles Good whiskey

craig patrick

3 years ago

Enjoyable experience. Working distillery located in the centre of Oban. Tour taken by Christine who was very knowledgeable and friendly. Loved the drams which were of a quality product. Had 3 of these during the tour. Glass given as part of the Whisky tour. Discount available in store included afterwards. Mixed crowd with many tourists, ours included those from Japan, Canada and America.

Laura Baldassar Ferrero

3 years ago

José Manuel

3 years ago

A must see, if you go to Scotland. Oban is a small town, but you can taste one of the best single malt whiskeys, as well as good seafood.

Rasika Tata

3 years ago

Loved it. Very friendly helpful staff. Excellent tour. Beautiful distillery.

Peter McClintock

3 years ago

Really fun and informative tour!

3 years ago

Both the tasting session (Gus) and the distillery tour (Eve) guides were excellent and we had a wonderful experience at the distillery!

Michael Sieberer

3 years ago

Our guide, Christine, at Oban was wonderful. Friendly, informed and happy to answer any and all questions, she made our tour of the distillery a great experience for our entire group. We recommend anyone who is intetested in whisky to visit the Oban distillery and take the tour. Great whisky selection at their shop too! Cheers from 13 Austrians (Highland Miller Clan), thumbs up!!

Heather

3 years ago

Beautiful distillery in Oban. Many whisky to taste for fair pricing.

Rick Gowan

3 years ago

Being a whiskey drinker I am of course up for a tour. The selection of products was good especially as it included product you can’t get in other countries.

Dirk Sterlepper

3 years ago

Small but fine distillery. Definitely worth a visit! Well done leadership.

Karen Henriksen

3 years ago

This tour was more fun than expected. Our guide, Ian, was a hoot. He had the right combination of fun and knowledge. He made it very entertaining as we learned about how Oban Distillery produces their fine Scotch Whiskies. Highly recommend taking a tour!

Daniela Albarracin

3 years ago

Jessica Sizer

3 years ago

Our guide was fabulous and you got a true 'behind the scenes' view of the distillery. Plus some fabulous tastings!

Rocky Miller

3 years ago

Outstanding tour with Mike!! Obviously a great product combining to be an excellent experience.

julie

3 years ago

We toured the Oban Distillery and had a wonderful time! Our tour guide, Iain, was very knowledgeable and entertaining. 10/10 recommend

Trish Weaver

3 years ago

Small batch high quality whiskey. The tour was fascinating and informative. Ian is an outstanding guide.

Chris Savage

3 years ago

Absolutely fantastic tour of the Distillery, Ian our tour guide was wonderful and made the experience even better. Thanks for the wee drams Slàinte mhath

Kirkwood Good

3 years ago

Great tour. Ian was a knowlegeable and fun guide. Plus there is a flight of tastings involved!

James Turner

3 years ago

A fun afternoon out with friends.

Barbara Baugnon

3 years ago

I highly recommend taking the tour of the Oban distillery. It was fun and informative. We stayed overnight in Oban on a whim and it was the absolute best. Love this town.

Timothy Lynch

3 years ago

The distillery tour at Oban Distillery is definitely a worth-while stop for anybody visiting or traveling through Oban. Our guide, Duncan, was knowledgeable, funny, and a warm host to our diverse group. The history of the distillery is fascinating, and of course, the whisky is amazing. 10 out of 10 would recommend.

Jochen Hain

3 years ago

It looks nice and is located in the middle of the city, but you can only taste whiskey with a guided tour.

Korbi Maier

3 years ago

Great tour for a very low price in comparison! We were allowed to try three different whiskeys. Our guide Elsa was very friendly.

Dan Lachacz

3 years ago

Best whisky made. Great tour with Ian !

Szabolcs Nyiri

3 years ago

Urmil Chalishazar

3 years ago

Amazing experience. Very traditional and worth a visit. Extremely accommodating team. I will highly recommend the visit.

Peter Wiesinger

3 years ago

3 nice tastings and very informative.

Marcin Wierzbicki

3 years ago

Sam Wilkinson

3 years ago

Thoroughly enjoyed the visit to Oban distillery. Our guide, Mike, was a phenomenal guy - extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the distillery and whisky as a whole. He was really engaging and friendly and made sure to include everyone in the group. Even if you're not a whisky drinker I recommend a visit (you might even leave the tour converted)!

Pat McMinn

3 years ago

I only have walked past the distillery I'm afraid. It is very busy and the shop is always busy as well

Linda Begg

3 years ago

Great experience with a very personable and hugely knowledgeable guide , John. Questions answered and whisky appreciated ! Highly recommended !!

Dennis McBryde

3 years ago

Kumkum Nadig

3 years ago

The visitor centre is a buzzing place and has an ambience of a bar, which was not the case with Dalwhinnie and Talisker distilleries visitor centres.

BROON BREED

3 years ago

I've been to a few distilleries now and this was slightly different for several reasons. The distillery itself is smack bang in the centre of Oban town centre, as opposed to Speyside distilleries which are out in the countryside. So it is nice and convenient if you are in the area. We were offered 3 drams of whisky staged throughout the 1 hour long tour, and given a small glencairn glass which we were provided a box for . The tour guide was well informed and polite, they were running late and this appeared outside of their control, due to short staffing. The Oban 14 year old whisky which is the most well known in the UK at least, is really special and the shop is well stocked, prices are very competitive.

fawzia ahmedali

3 years ago

Wonderful tour of the distillery with many free samples! Our guide, Marco was very knowledgeable and quite funny. I have a renewed appreciation of what it takes to produce yummy whisky. Highly recommend.

Gavin Taylor

3 years ago

Great tour. Gavin was clear, informative and efficient. We learned how whisky is made and how the different flavours are achieved. We sampled three whiskies at three stages of the tour and those driving could save theirs in small bottles. The hour flew by.

Aaron King

3 years ago

Absolutely worth the price of admission. The drinks you're given on the tour alone would be worth the cost! I was fortunate to get a spot an hour in advance since someone cancelled, so you'll definitely want to book in advance. Such a no-brainer if you're in Oban.

Delaney Miller

3 years ago

We stayed in Oban 4 nights during our honeymoon and decided last minute to do the whiskey tour here, and I'm so glad we did! It was really fun, educational, and helped me appreciate what makes Scotch so unique! We were able to taste a variety of Oban's single malts on the tour and honestly Oban remains my favorite whiskey even after two weeks across Scotland. A really special, small distillery filled with folks who love what they do.

ManaKaster

3 years ago

We did the distillery tour and had such a good time! I can't remember the name of the gentleman that guided the tour, but he was very friendly and knowledgeable and passionate. The tour was very Informative and we got to taste 3 delicious whiskeys.

Christine Chen

3 years ago

we purchased a tour in advance and had a great time with our guide Mike! Mike was so lovely and explained the process of making whisky very well. Stopping in oban was definitely a treat and I highly recommend it! We were even gifted whisky glasses at the end

Linda McKenzie

3 years ago

We had a brilliant tour of the distillery in the very capable hands of Mike. His passion for the brand and expertise are very evident. He made the tour for us. He is humble and so knowledgable. The distillery is unique and so interesting, a tale told so well by Mike. We loved it.

Franklin Lau

3 years ago

One of the best distillery tour experiences I have ever had. Mark, our guide, was knowledgeable and at the same time funny, so that people without much knowledge about whisky - us - could pick up something from the tour. The distillery itself is small but the product they made is one of the best in Scotland. I appreciate how they run the business while working out to be carbon neutral.

Lawren Lawren

3 years ago

We truly enjoyed our visit. Our guide Mark was nice and amusing. He enlightened us on the production procedures and excise collection (I did not know that the King owns all the whisky before it is taxed!). Three drums and a wee gift were a nice surprise.

Craig Henderson

3 years ago

The Oban Distillery tour was fascinating, enjoyable and informative. Our guide, Jim, was funny, helpful and appropriately Scottish. He made the entire tour great fun for our entire group. The craftsmanship and environmental steps taken by Oban were impressive.

Laurens Boertje

4 years ago

Had a great tasting experience with host Tony. The distillery is a bit small, but that's part of the dna. Overall charming, welcoming, great Scottish accents spoken and interesting limited edition bottles on offer in the shop. Definitely worth a day trip from Glasgow by train.

Conor Hennessy Sykes

4 years ago

A fantastic tour which is extremely good value for money compared with other distillery tours I have been on in the past. The tour guide puts so much enthusiasm and humour into what is a very informative tour. The distillery is one of the strangest placed I have seen, right in the centre of the town but there is still plenty of work going on here that is worth seeing, espy if you’re a fan of the stuff yourself but even if you’re not.

Predrag Veljkovic

4 years ago

Oban 14 is one of my favourite whiskies and visit to this distillery was an incredible experience. In the heart of the city, less than 200m from the coast, Oban distillery is the icon of this magical place of 20.000 people. Tour is not expensive and it is definitely worth it, staff is very knowledgeable and friendly and you get to have a tour through the centuries. Also you get to try many whiskies around the distilery or in a bar, which you can't easily find everywhere. Amazing place, amazing distilery, amazing people and definitely an amazing scotch!!!

Steve Bennett

4 years ago

The Oban Distillery is fascinating to visit. The distillery tour led by Cathie is incredible. Her knowledge of Oban’s history and Whisky making process and her stories are great to listen to. A very interesting tour and tastings of some exclusive whiskies is all part of the package.

Noah Chillingworth

4 years ago

We visited the distillery and went on the tour. Well worth the money, very informative with lots of opportunities to try whisky on the way around the Distillery. Our tour guide Jim was funny and definitely made the tour even more enjoyable. We were also given a free glass at the end.

T. M

4 years ago

Second visit to the distillery, last one in 2016 ish. Mike was such an incredible guide… so informative but also funny and interactive. It was an excellent tour & I learnt lots. Good whisky too!

Monty's Guide
December 4, 2022 at 11:14 am
Oban Distillery
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Jens Kalkosky
2 years ago
A very good tour led by our guide Campbell. A very knowledgeable and friendly person. The shop has a nice selection of stuff.
Christina Sloat
2 years ago
Excellent tour. Informative and fun.
Melanie Wernicke
2 years ago
Tolle Führung! Ist sehenswert und man bekommt auf jeden fall was für sein Geld geboten! Inklusive probieren von verschiedenen Sorten und 10% Rabatt in Shop!
Cephei VV1337
2 years ago
We had a great and entertaining tour. The guide was very friendly and had an in-depth knowledge of all whiskeys (not just Oban). The tasting is excellent and there is no stinginess. Thank you very much Campbell and best regards from Germany!
Beth
2 years ago
Great tour with Mike- who was very funny, welcoming and engaging
Eileen Cunningham
2 years ago
Great tour and Campbell was an excellent guide. Very interesting history and Campbell’s style of delivery made the visit more enjoyable. Beautiful tasting whiskies. Lovely way to spend an hour.
Sophia Robinson
2 years ago
We had a great time at the Oban Distillery tour. Campbell was incredibly knowledgeable and had a lovely manner. The tour was informative and fun. We got to try some lovely whiskies and learn why they tasted different. It was a great tour and as we were on our mini moon we got an extra dram to try. Between Campbells recommdation and this it led us to purchase a lovely memorable Maclean whisky. Thoroughly recommend it.
michelle leslie
2 years ago
Very much enjoyed the distillery tour, Campbell’s knowledge and humour kept us engaged. Highly recommend the tour.
rachel driver
2 years ago
What a great little tour! Informative and fun. We had a great tour guide named Campbell and we really enjoyed his informative guide with lots of humour and Scottish charm. The whisky tasting was pleasantly spread out along the hour and we loved learning about the origins of whisky and the distillery. The shot / whisky glass included was a lovely touch. Thank you!
Giulio De Francesco
2 years ago
Campbell Cameron
2 years ago
jose tarafa
2 years ago
Excellent tour very informative and our tour guide jack was amazing. Informative (really knew his stuff) and very fun and personable. This is a small distillery but has very interesting history that adds to the allure. You get to taste 3 different offerings form the company and you get to keep the glass with Oban branding. I will enjoy this glass for years and if it ever breaks I hope to buy another. Also the distillery is in town so if you are staying in Oban (Recommend the pearl Oban hotel) you can drink the 3 drams and. It worry about driving.so easy to get to, a wonderfull whiskey you,will enjoy tasting, souvenir glass included, very informative and lastly a really really awesome sguide if you get jack.
mike rogers
2 years ago
Great time here . Woth a look
Peter Sieyes
2 years ago
Chris Doherty
2 years ago
Great tour, very informative and funny, I think Cameron was our guide, really enthusiastic about the distillery and Oban. You get 3 samples, 1 at the start, another around half way and then one at the end, really lovely whisky.
matthew parker
2 years ago
Lukasz Kawior
2 years ago
Great Tour. Duncan was our guide and he was absolutely great. Tour was 24 GBP, took around 1h. It also included 3 samplings and Oban's tasting glass as gift. I definitely recommend to take this tour for everyone, not only whisky lovers 🙂
Safak Erturan
2 years ago
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Had a fantastic experience at Oban Distillery! The tour was excellent, and our guide, Mike, made it truly special. He was knowledgeable, engaging on a personal level and clearly passionate about whisky, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The tasting was well-paced, and the whisky itself was outstanding. Highly recommend this tour, especially if you’re lucky enough to have Mike as your guide! (He even gifted our group with a piece of peat 🙂🥃)
Zelaine Estacio-Odle
2 years ago
Thank you Christine for a wonderful tour and your hospitality. We will definitely be back again and enjoy more of the local whiskey.
Kevin Vereecken
2 years ago
My partner and I had agreed not to go on yet another brewery/distillery. We kind of know how it works by now. And yet. The cordial and honest comments as well as the tasting certainly made up for the familiarity with the process. Well worth a visit!
Ali McLeod
2 years ago
Great whiskey with a great tour
Graham Tranter
2 years ago
When our tour bus stopped in Oban on our way to Islay, we had to see if we could quickly find the distillery. We did, but were unable to get a tour (not offered within the time we had available). We contented ourselves with a quick visit to the gift shop. Of note, the smell of Peat fires was quite present in this seaside town.
Alexander Ferguson
2 years ago
If anyone is considering a tour at Oban distillery it is a fabulous tour with staff giving you an insight to a great whisky.
T Kestner
2 years ago
We toured Oban distillery last year and had a great time. Their Scotch is fantastic, highly recommend and we thoroughly enjoyed the tour and tastings. Be sure to check out the shop before leaving, some items are only available in their stop at the distillery
BENOIST Anthony
2 years ago
Lee Borden
2 years ago
We had a wonderful time touring the distillery in Oban. Campbell was our guide and he was engaging and informative on all things whiskey and Oban. I highly recommend this tour.
Andrew Watson
2 years ago
Today we did the tour of the distillery with Campbell. The tour was amazing and Campbell's knowledge, enthusiasm and charm was second to none. Campbell made everyone feel included and spoke to you not at you. I've done a few different distillery tours of other brands and the Oban Distillery was by far the best.
Stephanie
2 years ago
Can’t rate the tour or the distillery highly enough. Was super lucky to get just 3 of us on a tour with the knowledge and hilarious Mike. A sensational informative afternoon with outstanding whiskey to boot! Thanks Mike !
Bailey Sadowsky
2 years ago
Truly one of the best distillery tours we’ve been on. We really felt like we left with a better understanding of the process as it was explained very well to us on our tour. We will be back to show others the town and distillery. Well worth a visit. As for the whisky, they have a great flavour profile range. We appreciated being able to try the various whisky’s before purchasing a bottle.
M Der
2 years ago
A must-see, this distillery has made the history and fortune of the town, one of the oldest distilleries in Scotland. Founded in 1794 in the town of Oban, it is known for its role as a middle ground between Highland and Island whisky. Its proximity to the sea strongly influences the character of its whiskies, which combine slightly peaty, maritime notes. It is part of the famous "Classic Malts of Scotland" range. Can be visited or just to have a drink and be able to compare different drinks from different Scottish origins... a visit is essential
Ash V
2 years ago
We didn’t have a tour but we enjoyed the whiskey flight upstairs.
Gys de Beer (GmanJozi)
2 years ago
Loved the whiskey tour, very informative!
John Koffal
2 years ago
Great staff. Friendly and knowledgable and happy to spend time with you. Whisky was exceptional and shop was attractively displayed.
Stefan Lewis
2 years ago
Good whiskeys
carina van der trappen
2 years ago
Very professional, friendly staff, good explanation
Barbara O'Connell
2 years ago
Informative and tasty!!
Marco de Groot
2 years ago
We had a very enjoyable and informative tour. Kate was our English guide and she told the story of Oban Whisky very nicely and knew a lot of fun facts. The 3 drams of Whisky were very tasty and we scored some nice souvenirs in the shop
Ian Johnson
2 years ago
Great tour by Mike W. at the start of 2025. Interesting, engaging, and well tailored to the group. Doesn't hurt that the whiskey mitigated the pain from my wife's recent foot injury. See you on the south coast, Mike.
Achilleas Dalkafoukis
2 years ago
Full experience for the malt whiskey production process
Brittany Warren
2 years ago
We did the distillery tour with Campbell, and it was a highlight of our trip to Oban. We learned so much about the whiskey making process, sustainability at Oban distillery and the town’s history. 10/10 recommend!
Joseph Valerio
2 years ago
Lovely tours and tastings. Prices are a touch high considering it’s their juice.
Mark Poole
2 years ago
The Oban distillery tour is excellent, the staff are friendly, engaging and knowledgeable.
Claudia Pacitti
2 years ago
Campbell our tour guide was lovely. I'm not a whisky fan but this was a great ' to do' in Oban.
Nicole Robertson
2 years ago
We had a really braw tour! Our guide, Duncan, was funny and very knowledgeable and it was a unique experience even though it was definitely not my first bottle of Oban and certainly will not be the last.
Fabian West
2 years ago
We thoroughly enjoyed the Oban Distillery tour, a great way to spend an afternoon in Oban. We learned a lot about the history of the distillery, and it's place in Oban's history as well. I've never enjoyed spirits that much. But Oban 14 was so delicious, peaty and honey-flavored, we've become enamoured with it. I'm glad we had the opportunity to taste and compare. You can taste the quality, worth the price! We were thrilled to find it was available in Asheville, NC.
Aiden Tuthill
2 years ago
The distillery tour was interested and informative, our tour guide Campbell told plenty of jokes as well. They are sustainable and promote driving safe as we got the drams that we couldn’t try because we were driving to take home, along with a 10% discount
Ira Davis
2 years ago
I've been on many brewery and distillery tours and this one of the better ones. Campbell was a perfect guide, and you get an excellent look at the stages of the brewing process. Worth the price for the 3 samples and the commemorative tasting glass. A little over an hour long tour. There is also a bar and a gift shop.
Kate Hersey
2 years ago
We had an incredible experience at Oban Distillery, all thanks to our wonderful guide Campbell! His knowledge of the distillery's history, the whisky making process and the nuances of Oban’s flavor profile made the tour both educational and enjoyable. The tasting session was a highlight of the tour and we left with a newfound appreciation for whisky. Highly recommend this tour and if you’re lucky enough to get Campbell as your guide then you're in for a treat! He will tell you all about the happiest angels 🙂
Calvin Gardner
2 years ago
Very fun distillery tour! Great overview of scotch. The town of Oban is quite charming and the distillery is a great part of the experience.
James Ferguson
2 years ago
Joel Lecamus
2 years ago
Nice visit and explanations. Thank you Mike for the testing, the discovery and the tips about whisky.
Aria Bashi
2 years ago
Did the tasting and the tour, definitely worth it to do the tasting. Mike was knowledgeable and very personable. 10/10
Yannik Buhl
2 years ago
Huge recommendation to do a tour here. 1 hour, three drams, a great tour guide Gavin, and a wee glass as a gift. All for 25£. Most interesting distillery tour for me so far. Plus it’s possible to see the active production.
Athif Ahmed
2 years ago
My dad took me and my mom for the distillery tour today. My mother and I do not drink, but we joined my dad to give him company in our trip and we're glad we did. We got to learn a lot about whiskey production and the tour guide Sarah was extremely knowledgable about the industry. She was also very friendly and kept us entertained. The other staff were also very kind. We highly recommend all Whiskey lovers to check out this distillery! 🙂
Dr Monika Gostic
2 years ago
Absolutely incredible experience! Great tour with very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. The whisky is delicious and the staff amazing. Definitely recommend
Brian Epro
2 years ago
We did the distillery tour with Jack and had a great time. Very knowledgeable and funny, and the tour was interesting and the perfect length. Very nice distillery store, too, staffed with friendly people. A very fun way to get a bit of history during your time in Oban.
Robert Samohyl
2 years ago
Kerry Bailey
2 years ago
I had an amazing experience at this establishment! Leslie and James took extra time to explain different flavor profiles and really explain about the different variations of Oban whisky as well as other local treasures. I highly recommend popping in if you are in Oban!
Isabel Massow
2 years ago
Beautiful little distillery. We had a lot of fun, which wasn't just because of the whiskey samples 😉
Alexandru Marian Florea
2 years ago
What an experience!!! Great place to get to know your whiskey. Got lucky and it was only 3 of us in the tour and Cambel was fantastic, such a knowledge about the history of the place and the whiskey. Would highly recommend a tour of it and buy a nice bottle at the end !
Ivonig Corfmat
2 years ago
Oban is such an interesting distillery to visit. 'Blocked' in the middle of the city it doesn't have possibilities to grow and therefor keeps a quite low average production compare to other distilleries. The guided tour was great with an extremely funny and knowledgeable guide. However the price of distillery exclusive and handfill proposed by Diageo are a shame compared to other distilleries. 130 pounds for a handfill is really overpriced.
Colin Wilkinson
2 years ago
Our tour guide Mike was a pleasure to meet his interaction and knowledge of Oban whisky was brilliant he made everyone at ease and answered everyones questions some funny and yet some more serious about the production. Well done Mike
Doug Paulley
2 years ago
Particularly friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Visitors centre, shop and bar accessible to wheelchair users, including via specialist lift. Cameron was excellent at gauging the level of whisky experience and tailoring his approach correspondingly- knew his stuff, Interesting guy, very pleasant. Sarah in the shop very helpful.
James Hendry
2 years ago
One of the best tour guides I have heard, funny, informative and sincere.
Marc Moutinho
2 years ago
The distillery tour and tasting was great, Duncan was very informative and entertaining.
Isabel Hunt
2 years ago
Amazing place to visit. Highly recommend booking the tour which is excellent value for money. The tour is around an hour with 3 drams of whiskey to try and a glass to keep Our guide, Mike, was so friendly, informative and funny. He made the tour.
Clark Crown
2 years ago
Wilhelm Unkel
2 years ago
Very informative and close to the customer. And of course excellent whiskey!
Evan Wildman
2 years ago
Went for a tour here, led by the honourable and knowledgable Campbell. Excellent host and tourguide, fabulous learning and so good to see how Oban is all made.
Mark Hatton
2 years ago
Campbell was our charasmatic guide around the charming Oban Distillery. He was able to explain to us the whole process of making whiskey, with the friendliness and charm that makes tours like this so much fun. Also included are three samples, or if you're driving, an optional takeaway pack for later. I would definitely recommend the distillery tour if you are in Oban for any length of time, and hopefully you will get Campbell as your guide!
Trey Jacobson
2 years ago
John Moffat
2 years ago
Very enjoyable tour. Campbell was an excellent guide. Liked that we got our whiskies throughout the tour and not just at the end.
Ken Davidson
2 years ago
Highly recommend the Oban tour. Our guide Mike was funny and informative. Good pace, only takes an hour. And you get a few different samples to try. Well worth a visit!
Andrea Dali
2 years ago
Sergio Matias
2 years ago
Distillery tour was great. The tasting included 3 different whiskies.
Brandon Momchilovich
2 years ago
Awesome experience. Really enjoyed the tasting experience and then lesson on the distillation process and ways to better enjoy a glass of scotch.
Eamonn Mooney
2 years ago
Great tour, Denis was brill and the wee drams made it
Debra McShane
2 years ago
Really enjoyed the distillery tour, it was very interesting and accessible for whisky newcomers. The staff are friendly and helpful
Hans Vd Veen
2 years ago
Jason “Ronnie” Barker
2 years ago
Had a few days stay in the Western Highlands this week. So booked a tour of the famed Oban Whisky Distillery and what a fantastic experience it was. Took about an hour and 15 from start to finish and was both informative and entertaining. Mike our guide was incredibly knowledgeable about whisky and of course Oban. His enthusiasm made it very enjoyable. I appreciated the 10% discount in the store after the tour. Will be talking about it back in Yorkshire with the lads whilst we enjoy a few drams of Oban. Top marks Mike. All the best from ‘Yorkshire’
Ian Stevens
2 years ago
A great distillery to visit, enjoyed the tour with drams from the very start.
Ursula Pas
2 years ago
A great distillery. We had a tour here and that was even beter than expexted. Our tourgide Adam was verry good. He new a lot about the whisky and the proces of making it. He also made some jokes. We liked the way he gave the tour. We learned a lot and it was fun. The Oban tasted fantastic. I'm so glad We did this.
Y U
2 years ago
You'll be satisfied with just the tasting corner and souvenir corner. The original goods are also stylish and cute.
Cory Brandt
2 years ago
Great tour and very informative. Adam was a fantastic guide!
Carina Zacher
2 years ago
Did the distillery tour with Adam, what a great experience! He was dynamic, informative, and passionate about whiskey. Beautiful and quaint distillery, it's clear to see they care about their product and people. Would recommend!
ezgi erkoyun
2 years ago
We visited the distillery bar, very nice selection of whiskies.
Christian Barnard
2 years ago
The tour was interesting, funny and informative. Highly recommended.
Tim McCauley
2 years ago
An exceptional tour. We did Guinness, we did Jameson but Oban is in it's own league. A tour of an actual working distillery, makers of one of the best single malt scotch available, this brings you through explaining the scotch making process in the facility where it's actually made and has been since it's founding in late 1700s. Tastings of different whiskeys, a knowledgeable and engaging guide it is easily worth the price and time. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute.
susan goodwin
2 years ago
Kim Hudson
2 years ago
Susy Meier
2 years ago
Book your tour in advance and don't miss this one! Duncan was a great guide, and we learned a bit and then tasted some very nice whisky.
Michael Gerber
2 years ago
Nice and interesting tour.
Allyson Cox
2 years ago
Excellent tour. Our guide was Campbell and he really knew his stuff. I learned a lot and enjoyed myself!
Michal Kulendik
2 years ago
Great experience. The destilery tour was interesting with good guide.
B Mortimer
2 years ago
Anders Trelling
2 years ago
Makes nice whiskey, well worth a visit tour or tasting in the bar
Morgane BERTRAND
2 years ago
A very interesting visit, a tasty tasting. This small distillery is great to visit, you can really see all the real production machines and what makes this whiskey so unique.
Joshua Frankovich
2 years ago
D B
2 years ago
Matt Bodell
2 years ago
Was originally trying to book a tour but it was sold out so did the tasting instead. Was a great experience! They give you the overview of how it’s made and lots about Oban and the distillery. Would highly recommend. Shop is nice too with some good finds. Book early!
Edwin Ridout
2 years ago
Gary gave us our best ever tour and tasting in the famous Obama Distillery. Very informative and entertaining, a high point of our visit to Oban. Not to be missed.
Sabine Mager-Falk
2 years ago
A very entertaining and interesting tour. Thank you for that.
Dana Bice
2 years ago
We had a great experience at Oban. Our tour guide was awesome.
Mark Wraith
2 years ago
Thoroughly enjoyed the tour and the 3 drams. Andy our tour guide was very informative and great craic.
Brian
2 years ago
The tour was excellent (as is the product), so glad I chose Oban Distillery to tour. Tour was engaging, informative, and fun. Our tour guide Sophie was great, and the facility is excellent. Also a special thanks to Mike another distillery employee who represented the company well. If you are looking to do a distillery tour I would highly recommend Oban.
Mark Olson
2 years ago
Kelly Stone
2 years ago
My husband and I experienced the Oban Whisky Distillery tour while in Oban and had a wonderful time. The tour was interesting and informative and we learned a lot about the process. We also got to sample three whiskies and our tour guide Christine showed us how to taste it and get the flavours out. It was a lot of fun and I would recommend it for both those who love whisky and those who are not drinkers.
Kelly Masterson
2 years ago
I really enjoyed how small the distillery is because it gives lots of close time for you to learn about the process, how to properly drink scotch, and the fun history that keeps growing behind the brand.
nick common
2 years ago
Brilliant tour!! Did the tasting followed by the tour. Thanks to Gavin and Campbell, very welcoming and extremely knowledgeable. If your a whisky fan this is a must. Perfect day out.
Lionel GUEDON
2 years ago
AussieInSauga
2 years ago
We had a great whiskey tour by Mike who was very knowledgeable about the distillery process and entertaining - It was well worth it!!
Joel Klasky
2 years ago
Excellent tour that included the history of Oban and learning g about the process was very informative and interesting. Our tour guide Andy was phenomenal.
Christopher Johnson
2 years ago
Amazing experience. I already enjoyed Oban before visiting, but the Oban family and tour just made me fall in love with them. You have to visit Oban!
Peter Keur
2 years ago
Charlott E
2 years ago
Yes!!!! So perfectly guided tour. And VERY nice whisky (and service). Available to try for free after guided tour. And 10% discount.
Fabian Bierer
2 years ago
Loved every part of visiting Oban Distillery! Highly recommend booking one of the tours there - worth every penny regardless of whether your a connoisseur or not! Our guide Adam was everything you could wish for in a guide…knowledgeable, kind, authentic and funny…plus he obviously treats you with some delicious Oban whiskey 🥃😊 Can’t thank him enough for his patience with answering all our questions! The perfect visit!
Madelyn Smith
2 years ago
Great activity to do in Oban! The distillery was neat and the tour was informative.
Algirdas Virbasius
2 years ago
Calum was great guide. Highly recommended the whiskey dedicated to dear Teddy
Sina
2 years ago
I booked a Tour today at 13:30. The Shop was very busy but the young Lady who gave the tour was very kind and explained all the steps for producing Whiskey very good. Thank you for this experience!
manpreet singh
2 years ago
Fantastic distrillery tour led by the very informative, welcoming and friendly mary flora at the oban distillery,had great experience
Brian Wolfe
2 years ago
An amazing tour with a fantastic tour guide, Campbell. I've taken tours of distilleries, but this one has fantastic stories, history, and tastes! If you're in Oban, book a tour. My regret is not getting to the bar for a flight.
Philipp Zirngibl
2 years ago
We had the tour with Campbell and it was awesome! You get shown around the distillery and learn how distillation works and how the process has or has not changed over the decades. Together with the tasting of some of the whiskys and Campbells cool and funny way to tell the story you almost can see the people working 😄 Also the shop is great and there is a whisky bar. Absolute recommendation!
Mats Markussen
2 years ago
Had an excellent visit to Oban Distillery. Took a guided tour where we got some really good insights into the distilling process and the history of Oban. Highly recommend going on a smaller distillery like this than large commercial ones
Marcella Picchio
2 years ago
Excellent tour guide Sophie Molotov, good tastings!
Chris Sorenson
2 years ago
Sophie was an amazing tour guide!! The process of making the whiskey is so interesting!!
Lynne
2 years ago
My husband and I had an excellent time on the Oban Distillery Tour today. Our tour guide Adam was fantastic really good at explaining the process and answering any questions and was fun too. Also it was good to taste some of the whisky's and get a wee glass to take home. Been to other distillery tours but the Oban one was far the best due to the great informative tour guide Adam. Well done keep up the great work. My husband used his 10% discount for being on the tour on the distillers addition Oban Whisky as he enjoyed the taste of that one the best.
Ali Moore
2 years ago
Excellent tour with a very knowledgeable and kind guide-Callum. Definitely recommend.
The Voice of the Tiger
2 years ago
One of the oldest small distilleries in the highlands. Tasting gives a lot of information and it is worth to do so
Ben Marchand
2 years ago
A very nice visit and experience. Guide was excellent. They give you one glass and a discount at the shop. Tasting starts at the begining which is a very good idea.
F. L.
2 years ago
A great tour by Andy. He answered all questions in detail and showed us the distillery. Unfortunately the Oban whiskey is not stored in Oban so you cannot see the storage. The individual steps leading up to alcohol are described on boards at each point of the tour. There were 3 samples during the tour. There is a 10% discount in the shop when you visit the tour. On the second floor there are toilets and a bar for further samples, which you have to pay for.
Sean King
2 years ago
As always, very friendly staff and some of the best whisky in the world. What more can you say?
Paul McLean
2 years ago
I am not a whisky person, but I thoroughly enjoyed the tour of the Oban Distillery. Our guide Mike was fantastic: engaged with the visitors, exceptionally well-spoken, witty, and informative. Exemplary. I highly recommend this activity--especially if you have ancestors from the Western Isles! Book in advance so you don't miss out.
Katie Sommers
2 years ago
This was a great tour! You really get to see the inner workings of the distillery (it's a clean and beautiful facility) and the guide is well-informed and can answer all your questions. You get to keep a neat souvenir tasting glass. The distillery produces almost no waste - it's green! I don't even like whisky and this tour was well worth the time. Recommend booking ahead of time.
Cassandra Jones
2 years ago
Go and have a tour with Duncan! He is a Whiskey Rockstar !!! Great experience and lots of fun!!
Ludovic Toffoli
2 years ago
During our visit to the distillery, the atmosphere was very pleasant, but our guide was quite redundant. He could really use a microphone because it was difficult to hear him clearly, and he didn't respond very well to questions asked.
Gustavo Forero
2 years ago
In my opinion the best destiny for whiskey
Danielle Levac
2 years ago
Tour guide was very informative
Liesl MacGregor
2 years ago
Very informative tour with our guide Christine. Not only learned about Oban whiskey, but history of the distillery. Christine was very patient with all of the tour members, even those that tested our patience.
priscilla ngotho
2 years ago
A distillery in the heart of the town. Easily walkable from most places in Oban. Very friendly and well informed staff. Calum is a star! And the whisky does not disappoint. The Oban 14yr is a classic and easy drinking, like the Little Bay. The distiller's edition is always intense and a pleasure. The current Oban 11yr hand filled is a delight!
Rob Norton
2 years ago
Lots of fun and interesting facts, plus a cool tasting glass for a souvenir!
Ian Berry
2 years ago
The distillery tour at Oban is well worth the time to both scotch connoisseurs and non-connoisseurs alike. Unlike other distilleries in Scotland, Oban’s building is rich in its historical uniqueness. The entire staff are a welcoming bunch (Talisker Distillery could take a few notes). We had Adam as our tour guide, who didn't hesitate to answer all of my nerdy questions about the distilling process. After the tour concluded Jim helped us out at the bar upstairs and gave us the no nonsense version of the entire selection of spirits offered. From the tour guide, to the staff at the gift shop, to our friend Jim upstairs at the bar, and everyone in between, this is the true and honest scotch distillery experience that I believe most tourists would highly appreciate.
Billy McCafferty
2 years ago
René Höpfner
2 years ago
Madeline Thorpe
2 years ago
Touring the Oban Distillery was such a fun and educational experience! Sophie was a wonderful guide - fun, knowledgeable, and friendly! We especially appreciated learning about the history of the place and their current efforts to be a sustainable, carbon neutral business.
rolf soumang
2 years ago
Very enjoyable tour. Got to taste a few samples of what is arguably the best whisky in the world.
Vicky Toporek
2 years ago
Kind employees. Wonderful selection of whiskey and merchandise. So very accommodating
Jess Eig
2 years ago
Definitely worth a stop in, even for the bar and the shop. I didn't do the tour, really if you've done one you've done them all except for a few exceptions that I've seen, but I bet it's good.
Kirrily Peters
2 years ago
Informative and generous tour of the distillery. Provided three drams of their different whisky’s and a souvenir glass. Can take the samples of whisky away with you little bottles provided if you don’t want to drink it then and there. John was a very engaging tour guide.
Megan Gust
2 years ago
We had a great time. Our guide was very informative and shared a lot about the history. My husband enjoyed the 10% discount after our tasting. I am not a whisky drinker but we were able to take the drinks home in take away bottles to have for later. Thanks for a great tasting!
lisa laporte
2 years ago
Mr Campbell was a delight, very informative and helpful, drams were delectable and the group was just a blast to see. Thanks and hope to see you again soon!!
Theresa Ahern
2 years ago
This was a wonderful tour. Our guide, Mike (also one of the distillers), was knowledgeable, funny and welcoming. We learned about the history of Oban Whiskey and were walked through the whole process, from start to finish, enjoying three samples along the way. A nice touch was the tasting glass souvenir we received. Tour participants also get a 10% discount at the gift shop.
Julia Pepunkt
2 years ago
Wir hatten hier eine großartige und sehr interessante Führung mit Mike. Vielen Dank nochmal. Mike war unglaublich freundlich und ist toll auf die einzelnen Leute eingegangen. Er war total witzig und charmant. Davon lebt so eine Führung und lässt sie nicht trocken und langweilig wirken. Wir haben viel gelernt und man konnte auch immer nachfragen. Bei unserer Führung war ein Kind mit bei. Auch hier war ich überrascht, wie toll Mike auf das Mädchen eingegangen ist. Generell ist die Oban Destillerie eine wirklich schöne Destillerie. Wir haben das erste mal eine besichtigt und waren wirklich froh hier gelandet zu sein. Tolle Auswahl an Whiskys und ein schöner Shop mit Auswahl (auch anderer Hersteller). Preis Leistung für die Führung ist hier definitiv gegeben 🙂
Juliette Grisoni
2 years ago
Our visit to Oban distillery was alright overall thanks to our enthusiastic guide Caitlin. However, I was taken aback by the limited information on the company's environmental practices and Caitlin's assertion about peat extraction having no environmental impact. It's best to refrain from commenting when unsure. Additionally, while the tasting experience was decent, offering samples of more exclusive whiskies could enhance it, especially for potential buyers. It was nice to take home the glasses. Also it would be appreciated if promised follow-up answers to questions were provided. Overall, an interesting visit with room for improvement.
Mike
2 years ago
Stein Rosseel
2 years ago
As a whiskey lover you must have been there.
Ellen Sillars
2 years ago
Great tour!!!!
Petr Dlouhy
2 years ago
Amira A
2 years ago
Very good place. The explanations of Leslie were clear and interesting. I loved everything. Thanks Leslie.
Drew Beard
2 years ago
Had a wonderful tour here. Our guide, Tony, was informative and friendly and tasted our group on some fantastic single malts. Highly recommend!
Markus
2 years ago
Timo Schätzler
2 years ago
The tour of the distillery is not only informative but also very entertaining! The guide was very personable and had a lot of fun leading the tour and tasting. We were able to try 3 varieties and even got a glass. Absolutely recommended, not just for whiskey drinkers!
J C
2 years ago
Great tour. Just long enough and not rushed to get through it. Super friendly staff and a very pleasant experience overall!
tal busnach
2 years ago
The tour was interesting and the whiskey was good.
Michael O'Connor
2 years ago
Fantastic tour. You go through the real distillery and see the actual production of the whiskey. Our tour guide was very informative and answered all our questions. Highly recommend.
Matthew Raile
2 years ago
Started with a hike to Gaylen Castle… ended with a tour of Oban distillery. What a great day in Oban!! It was an It was an amazing tour of an authentic distillery! Our tour guide Mike was knowledgeable, kind, and fun. Add this to your route in your Scotland travels!
francois glaisner
2 years ago
Jeff Ferguson
2 years ago
Had such a fun tour at the Oban distillery—a rare combination of welcoming and knowledgable people, who clearly love what they get to make but are eager to share it with even a person who knows nothing about scotch or whisky. Jim gave us a very entertaining tour, and we would highly recommend visiting for one if you're even remotely in the Oban area.
Guido Alblas
2 years ago
Tony Cheyne
3 years ago
Excellent experience, all the staff nice and friendly, the entire group had a few laughs while on the tour, 3 samples also given, which can be put in a little bottle and taken away, and you also get a Oban whisky glass, great tour well worth the money
Marijn Geerts
3 years ago
Renata Hanko
3 years ago
Just went in for a bit of nosy, lovely distillery.
Tom Crathorne
3 years ago
Brilliant distillery tour by Adam who was lively, friendly and very knowledgeable, happily answering any questions with lots of information. Delicious whisky in a wonderful setting!
Kelsey R
3 years ago
Went on a great tour. Guide John was funny and knowledgeable (and three drams helped make it a great time). I went from thinking I wasn’t much of a whisky fan to now appreciating it — and bought some to take home. The 10% discount for tour takers helps. I liked that we got to keep our drams as souvenirs, too.
Joy Lee
3 years ago
Kyle Hartman
3 years ago
Coco Sol
3 years ago
we had a great time on the tour and are very happy with our whisky purchases we got after the tour! learned a lot about distilling and the workings of a distillery and how a few ingredients with time make such delicious whisky. the tour guide Mike was a joy to listen to as well.
Anne Keats
3 years ago
Jonathan Seekings
3 years ago
Wonderful, visit. Great Friendly and knowledgeable staff, a worthwhile visit when in Oban
Lorenzo Scardelletti
3 years ago
David Edwards
3 years ago
Alastair Craig
3 years ago
Easy booking system and the actual tour was fantastic. Julianna was a great guide and clearly knows her whisky and, more importantly, how to deliver the subject in an interesting way.
Scotty Bonzo
3 years ago
Great tour and friendly and knowledgeable guide. Whisky want too bad either!!
Ghost Rider
3 years ago
Firstly ... Happy mothers day to Joyce! That's Ian's mum and he was our guide for the tour. He was very knowledgeable and amusing... a real likeable chap. The tour is interesting and informative and we both enjoyed our short visit. 3 included drams and a free glass make the tour good value and 10% off in the shop afterwards. Thanks to the team there for a great afternoon.
Tobias S
3 years ago
Great tour and explanations by Adam. Loved the anecdotes about the distillery, not just the process. Great option to fill the whisky into small bottles for takeaway to allow drivers to also join the tour+tasting.
Patrick McLaughlin
3 years ago
Superb tour of a great whisky distiller. Great whisky, great sustainability efforts and great people.
Michel Paquien
3 years ago
A very informative visit for whiskey lovers or newbies passing through Oban. I highly recommend.
ion nicolae
3 years ago
David Baker
3 years ago
The whiskey here is incredible and the staff are so so kind. I didn’t make it in time for a tour but when I’m back In Scotland I’m making my way to Oban
Tsz Yuen Ho
3 years ago
Excellent guided tour! Little distillery makes great whiskey. Worthy to be visited
John Boogaard
3 years ago
Very fun and informative tour by an incredibly enthusiastic guide! Highly recommended
Virginia Jordan
3 years ago
Canny Comps Ltd
3 years ago
Loved our visit here yesterday thank you easy 5 starts from all of us at Canny Comps
Kris Hawk
3 years ago
Great tour with good information and a wonderful guide. Mike was witty, knowledgeable and passionate. A perfect emissary for the brand.
Hana Arikson
3 years ago
My husband and I honeymooned in Scotland and this tour was such a fantastic experience! Our tour guide was absolutely incredible (Thank you Mike!) and his knowledge and wit really made this tour shine.
Nick Brooks
3 years ago
Just popped in while driving through Oban and was greeted with a great welcome. Was offered tastings of all the Diageo brands with no charge expected. Beautiful place right in the heart of Oban 🥃
Sinead Smyth
3 years ago
One of the best distillery tours I’ve ever been on, each stage of the process is described and you can see them up close. There is tastings throughout the tour, if you are not drinking they give you a little glass bottle which you can bring with you. The tour guide had wonderful personal stories about the town and the buildings. Loved every minute, highly recommend
Dan Maroni
3 years ago
In centre of town, limited street parking available, small distillery with very friendly and passionate staff. 3 drams to try, a wealth of information on the process in a working distillery with a great gift shop & bar at the end. Fantastic experience well worth the money! Thanks Mike 🙂
Laura Nicholson
3 years ago
Had our tour by Yuliana. She was knowledgeable and very friendly. Lovely guide. Went for a birthday treat and really enjoyed it. Would definitely recommend.
Mista Kincha
3 years ago
Did the Obin Distillery Tour on a rainy day. Ian was an EXCELLENT tour guide! This is a must stop place and a big recommendation for those who like, in Ian’s words, “a wee dram” of whiskey.
Julie Crannell
3 years ago
Our guide Ian was very informative and answered all questions we had. Very good tour! And tasty scotch 😁 Sláinte!
Tom S
3 years ago
We booked the Oban Distillery tour and it was very informative and entertaining. Our tour guide, I think was called Alan - I think he said he was fairly new to the job. But regardless he was brilliant at taking us through the place and describing the various stages and processes that create one of the world's best whiskeys. We got several drams along the way and they even give you a free glass with the Oban brand etched onto it. I wish my father-in-law was alive to have also gone as it was among his favorite go-to scotch's.
Aaron Bornfleth
3 years ago
You get the feeling that you’re being treated like friends as you tour the place. The tour guide did the talk-very-fast-because-he’s-done-this-tour-a-million-times-this-week but you could tell he really cared about what he was talking about and did feel passionately about the distillery. Great whiskey, what’s not to like?
Anna Ciociola
3 years ago
Great tour (thanks Adam)! Highly recommend.
Akash S
3 years ago
Would highly recomment the whisky tasting tour. Not only fantastic value for money on some tasty drams, but also a fine talk and chat with the tour guide (in my case, Jim). The tour was relaxed and friendly (good for solo travellers) and enjoyable for anyone interested in whisky. The bar area is also charming, as is the shop area below.
Joan C Giden
3 years ago
Pierre Coquiart
3 years ago
Rick van der Wurff
3 years ago
Nice place to visit both the giftshop (open to all) and to do a 1-hour guided whisky tour (check to prebook). With the tour you will see the production process and enjoy 3 drams of their whisky and an empty dram to take home as a souvenir. Very considerate: They handout small bottles if you choose to conserve for instance if you’re driving. GBP 22 for adult, GBP 6 for child (over 8). Guide does a very good job in telling the story.
Corinne Cooper
3 years ago
We had a great tour of Oban distillery, really reasonably priced £22 per person for a 1 hour tour and 3 tasters of whiskey (which you could take away if you wanted) you also got a lovely whiskey taster shot glass for free which was a bonus. Our tour guide Ulyana was fantastic, funny, and informative. We ended up buying a couple of bottles of whiskey, one of which was a rare one that you pour, sign and label your own bottle and we got a free taste of that before we bought it too. Overall highly recommend this tour.
ludmila
3 years ago
Very nice guide (thanks Ullianna) We were able to taste 3 different scotches and we had a free glass at the end of the tasting Not to be missed in Oban
Josh Dennison
3 years ago
Ross Johnston
3 years ago
David McKenzie
3 years ago
Ahh, a visit to one of the leading Temples of the Nectar of the Gods !! A quasi- religious experience. Take it in, and take home a bottle so that ought at the Distillery ..."
Simon Begot
3 years ago
Marija Nedjalkova
3 years ago
Thoroughly enjoyed our tour. (We were there in the end of November). I have been on distillery tours before, and this one definitely measures up! Uliana, our tour guide was engaging, and knowledgeable, and funny, and it made the tour very memorable. You also get three drams and a glass to take home with you, which makes the tour really worth it!
Sonja Bonness
3 years ago
We had a lovely afternoon with a tour and tasting and got even some discount on the purchased whisky. Yuliana was a very charming, knowledgeable and thoughtful guide. Thank you so much!!!
liz simmons
3 years ago
Loved this tour! Not a whisky drinker so the tour was very informative. Tour guide Jim is great at his job!!
Doc Hics
3 years ago
Best place to vist you must go
Jessica Tidey
3 years ago
We had the most wonderful experience at the Oban Distillery today! I booked the tour as a surprise for my husband and the distillery team made us feel so well looked after, especially Adam! He is such a credit to the distillery and his knowledge, confidence, and passion about the history of the company and their product is absolutely outstanding! I entered this tour as someone who has never liked whisky, and I left with a new found love for it that I NEVER thought I would have! We would absolutely recommend visiting this wonderful distillery to everyone visiting the are!
Florin Ungureanu
3 years ago
Loved the tour. Very interesting. An hour well spent for sure, learning also a bit of local history and about the whisky industry. Loved the fact that you get to sample some of the whisky plus we got to keep a round of glasses which was really nice. If you cannot drink there you can take the samples away with you so won't be missing anything. Adam was really pleasant and funny. Thanks so much. P.S. if you do the tour you get a discount if you wanna buy a nice whisky afterwards, so well worth it.
Florian Reining
3 years ago
Good tour including samples of the distillery exclusive, the Oban 14y and the Oban Little Bay Whisky
Stephen Lawrie
3 years ago
Francois Bl
3 years ago
An absolute pleasure to visit this distillery, and to listen to the king of this marvellous place, even if you can’t understand a word . Scotland is a great place to live, Oban is a great place to visit , whisky is a great choice to drink
Mimi Js
3 years ago
Loved the Oban Distillery tour. Juliana was informative and personable as she guided us through the history and processes that make Oban Oban, or as we learned it's pronounced, "Oh-bin". As long time fans of Oban 14 it was a treat to taste a variety of Oban whiskies. The wee dram glass made for a fun souvenir.
Roberta Clark
3 years ago
Visited last week(Wednesday at 3.30pm) for tour, given by the beautiful (may have name wrong) Ojulia . The tour guide was very funny, kind, and very informative. Gave a wonderful tour. Learnt a lot about Oban whisky and how it is made. Was a tasting tour and had 3 samples along the tour, all very nice!! Would recommend and will visit again!!
Kayla U.
3 years ago
I signed up for a tour and couldn’t make it super last minute, but they worked with me to still grab their samples before I left! Amazing customer service and even better whiskey!
Wes Barker
3 years ago
Fantastic tour. Informative and a lot of fun. Mike and the entire team we encountered were great. Well worth our time and loved by the entire group, even the non scotch drinkers.
Luc Michaud
3 years ago
Informative and touching visit of sincerity and passion. What's more, this whiskey is smooth, not peaty and can be drunk without being harsh like most Single Malts.
Ben Marrable
3 years ago
Tour was very informative and engaging. Mark was very passionate and knowledgeable about the industry and the distillery. Would highly recommend a tour if in the region
Dale Cooper
3 years ago
Graham Bernstein
3 years ago
Doug
3 years ago
Großartige Beratung, waren früh am Morgen dort.
riccardo gobbi
3 years ago
Abbiamo fatto il tour del distilleria con whisky tasting. Fantastici tutti e due, comprese le spiegazioni dettagliate sulla produzione e storia dell’Oban Whisky. Un plauso alla guida Heather.
John Osbourne
3 years ago
Recently visited and it was a good experience, we where shown around as a group,our guide was very informative, and was able to answer any questions then we where treated to a few free samples. I would recommend it to.everyone Limited disabled access .allow plenty of time for your visit.
Steven Claes
3 years ago
B Ritchie
3 years ago
Nice place to visit for your favourite whisky or gift. Unfortunately the bar was closed for staff training, so will have to try another day to sample. Slàinte Mhath
Laura Baker
3 years ago
Great shop with very friendly & knowledgeable staff. Wishing we had time to do one of the tours. We instead opted to purchase a few bottles to have our own whisky tasting later. Would highly recommend.
Paul Stroner
3 years ago
Carmen cardona armas
3 years ago
Alenei helped us since she speaks Spanish. The visit was beautiful with her, she is very professional and explained everything to us wonderfully.
Jason Wallace
3 years ago
Taste Scotland in a bottle. Go for the tasting flight, of course I prefer to just take the ones made locally. Friendly staff, very helpful, worth the visit.
David Mosley
3 years ago
Great way to spend an hour .👍😋
Federica Boccadoro
3 years ago
Very interesting Beautiful bottles Good whiskey
craig patrick
3 years ago
Enjoyable experience. Working distillery located in the centre of Oban. Tour taken by Christine who was very knowledgeable and friendly. Loved the drams which were of a quality product. Had 3 of these during the tour. Glass given as part of the Whisky tour. Discount available in store included afterwards. Mixed crowd with many tourists, ours included those from Japan, Canada and America.
Laura Baldassar Ferrero
3 years ago
José Manuel
3 years ago
A must see, if you go to Scotland. Oban is a small town, but you can taste one of the best single malt whiskeys, as well as good seafood.
Rasika Tata
3 years ago
Loved it. Very friendly helpful staff. Excellent tour. Beautiful distillery.
Peter McClintock
3 years ago
Really fun and informative tour!
FF
3 years ago
Both the tasting session (Gus) and the distillery tour (Eve) guides were excellent and we had a wonderful experience at the distillery!
Michael Sieberer
3 years ago
Our guide, Christine, at Oban was wonderful. Friendly, informed and happy to answer any and all questions, she made our tour of the distillery a great experience for our entire group. We recommend anyone who is intetested in whisky to visit the Oban distillery and take the tour. Great whisky selection at their shop too! Cheers from 13 Austrians (Highland Miller Clan), thumbs up!!
Heather
3 years ago
Beautiful distillery in Oban. Many whisky to taste for fair pricing.
Rick Gowan
3 years ago
Being a whiskey drinker I am of course up for a tour. The selection of products was good especially as it included product you can’t get in other countries.
Dirk Sterlepper
3 years ago
Small but fine distillery. Definitely worth a visit! Well done leadership.
Karen Henriksen
3 years ago
This tour was more fun than expected. Our guide, Ian, was a hoot. He had the right combination of fun and knowledge. He made it very entertaining as we learned about how Oban Distillery produces their fine Scotch Whiskies. Highly recommend taking a tour!
Daniela Albarracin
3 years ago
Jessica Sizer
3 years ago
Our guide was fabulous and you got a true 'behind the scenes' view of the distillery. Plus some fabulous tastings!
Rocky Miller
3 years ago
Outstanding tour with Mike!! Obviously a great product combining to be an excellent experience.
julie
3 years ago
We toured the Oban Distillery and had a wonderful time! Our tour guide, Iain, was very knowledgeable and entertaining. 10/10 recommend
Trish Weaver
3 years ago
Small batch high quality whiskey. The tour was fascinating and informative. Ian is an outstanding guide.
Chris Savage
3 years ago
Absolutely fantastic tour of the Distillery, Ian our tour guide was wonderful and made the experience even better. Thanks for the wee drams Slàinte mhath
Kirkwood Good
3 years ago
Great tour. Ian was a knowlegeable and fun guide. Plus there is a flight of tastings involved!
James Turner
3 years ago
A fun afternoon out with friends.
Barbara Baugnon
3 years ago
I highly recommend taking the tour of the Oban distillery. It was fun and informative. We stayed overnight in Oban on a whim and it was the absolute best. Love this town.
Timothy Lynch
3 years ago
The distillery tour at Oban Distillery is definitely a worth-while stop for anybody visiting or traveling through Oban. Our guide, Duncan, was knowledgeable, funny, and a warm host to our diverse group. The history of the distillery is fascinating, and of course, the whisky is amazing. 10 out of 10 would recommend.
Jochen Hain
3 years ago
It looks nice and is located in the middle of the city, but you can only taste whiskey with a guided tour.
Korbi Maier
3 years ago
Great tour for a very low price in comparison! We were allowed to try three different whiskeys. Our guide Elsa was very friendly.
Dan Lachacz
3 years ago
Best whisky made. Great tour with Ian !
Szabolcs Nyiri
3 years ago
Urmil Chalishazar
3 years ago
Amazing experience. Very traditional and worth a visit. Extremely accommodating team. I will highly recommend the visit.
Peter Wiesinger
3 years ago
3 nice tastings and very informative.
Marcin Wierzbicki
3 years ago
Sam Wilkinson
3 years ago
Thoroughly enjoyed the visit to Oban distillery. Our guide, Mike, was a phenomenal guy - extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the distillery and whisky as a whole. He was really engaging and friendly and made sure to include everyone in the group. Even if you're not a whisky drinker I recommend a visit (you might even leave the tour converted)!
Pat McMinn
3 years ago
I only have walked past the distillery I'm afraid. It is very busy and the shop is always busy as well
Linda Begg
3 years ago
Great experience with a very personable and hugely knowledgeable guide , John. Questions answered and whisky appreciated ! Highly recommended !!
Dennis McBryde
3 years ago
Kumkum Nadig
3 years ago
The visitor centre is a buzzing place and has an ambience of a bar, which was not the case with Dalwhinnie and Talisker distilleries visitor centres.
BROON BREED
3 years ago
I've been to a few distilleries now and this was slightly different for several reasons. The distillery itself is smack bang in the centre of Oban town centre, as opposed to Speyside distilleries which are out in the countryside. So it is nice and convenient if you are in the area. We were offered 3 drams of whisky staged throughout the 1 hour long tour, and given a small glencairn glass which we were provided a box for . The tour guide was well informed and polite, they were running late and this appeared outside of their control, due to short staffing. The Oban 14 year old whisky which is the most well known in the UK at least, is really special and the shop is well stocked, prices are very competitive.
fawzia ahmedali
3 years ago
Wonderful tour of the distillery with many free samples! Our guide, Marco was very knowledgeable and quite funny. I have a renewed appreciation of what it takes to produce yummy whisky. Highly recommend.
Gavin Taylor
3 years ago
Great tour. Gavin was clear, informative and efficient. We learned how whisky is made and how the different flavours are achieved. We sampled three whiskies at three stages of the tour and those driving could save theirs in small bottles. The hour flew by.
Aaron King
3 years ago
Absolutely worth the price of admission. The drinks you're given on the tour alone would be worth the cost! I was fortunate to get a spot an hour in advance since someone cancelled, so you'll definitely want to book in advance. Such a no-brainer if you're in Oban.
Delaney Miller
3 years ago
We stayed in Oban 4 nights during our honeymoon and decided last minute to do the whiskey tour here, and I'm so glad we did! It was really fun, educational, and helped me appreciate what makes Scotch so unique! We were able to taste a variety of Oban's single malts on the tour and honestly Oban remains my favorite whiskey even after two weeks across Scotland. A really special, small distillery filled with folks who love what they do.
ManaKaster
3 years ago
We did the distillery tour and had such a good time! I can't remember the name of the gentleman that guided the tour, but he was very friendly and knowledgeable and passionate. The tour was very Informative and we got to taste 3 delicious whiskeys.
Christine Chen
3 years ago
we purchased a tour in advance and had a great time with our guide Mike! Mike was so lovely and explained the process of making whisky very well. Stopping in oban was definitely a treat and I highly recommend it! We were even gifted whisky glasses at the end
Linda McKenzie
3 years ago
We had a brilliant tour of the distillery in the very capable hands of Mike. His passion for the brand and expertise are very evident. He made the tour for us. He is humble and so knowledgable. The distillery is unique and so interesting, a tale told so well by Mike. We loved it.
Franklin Lau
3 years ago
One of the best distillery tour experiences I have ever had. Mark, our guide, was knowledgeable and at the same time funny, so that people without much knowledge about whisky - us - could pick up something from the tour. The distillery itself is small but the product they made is one of the best in Scotland. I appreciate how they run the business while working out to be carbon neutral.
Lawren Lawren
3 years ago
We truly enjoyed our visit. Our guide Mark was nice and amusing. He enlightened us on the production procedures and excise collection (I did not know that the King owns all the whisky before it is taxed!). Three drums and a wee gift were a nice surprise.
Craig Henderson
3 years ago
The Oban Distillery tour was fascinating, enjoyable and informative. Our guide, Jim, was funny, helpful and appropriately Scottish. He made the entire tour great fun for our entire group. The craftsmanship and environmental steps taken by Oban were impressive.
Laurens Boertje
4 years ago
Had a great tasting experience with host Tony. The distillery is a bit small, but that's part of the dna. Overall charming, welcoming, great Scottish accents spoken and interesting limited edition bottles on offer in the shop. Definitely worth a day trip from Glasgow by train.
Conor Hennessy Sykes
4 years ago
A fantastic tour which is extremely good value for money compared with other distillery tours I have been on in the past. The tour guide puts so much enthusiasm and humour into what is a very informative tour. The distillery is one of the strangest placed I have seen, right in the centre of the town but there is still plenty of work going on here that is worth seeing, espy if you’re a fan of the stuff yourself but even if you’re not.
Predrag Veljkovic
4 years ago
Oban 14 is one of my favourite whiskies and visit to this distillery was an incredible experience. In the heart of the city, less than 200m from the coast, Oban distillery is the icon of this magical place of 20.000 people. Tour is not expensive and it is definitely worth it, staff is very knowledgeable and friendly and you get to have a tour through the centuries. Also you get to try many whiskies around the distilery or in a bar, which you can't easily find everywhere. Amazing place, amazing distilery, amazing people and definitely an amazing scotch!!!
Steve Bennett
4 years ago
The Oban Distillery is fascinating to visit. The distillery tour led by Cathie is incredible. Her knowledge of Oban’s history and Whisky making process and her stories are great to listen to. A very interesting tour and tastings of some exclusive whiskies is all part of the package.
Noah Chillingworth
4 years ago
We visited the distillery and went on the tour. Well worth the money, very informative with lots of opportunities to try whisky on the way around the Distillery. Our tour guide Jim was funny and definitely made the tour even more enjoyable. We were also given a free glass at the end.
T. M
4 years ago
Second visit to the distillery, last one in 2016 ish. Mike was such an incredible guide… so informative but also funny and interactive. It was an excellent tour & I learnt lots. Good whisky too!

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