<text>  The Old Jameson Distillery in Dublins Smithfield neighbourhood just may be one of the best known whiskey distilleries in the world, despite the fact that its no longer in operation. Each year, 350,000 tourists pay a visit to the museum, which was once called the Bow Street Distillery, but there are plenty of other stunning distilleries scattered throughout the Irish countryside to see - and some still produce their high-quality spirits to this day. From Cork to County Antrim, celebrate the luck of the Irish, and the countrys most famous beverage, this St. Patricks Day by going inside some of the most beautiful sites that the industry has to offer... Scroll down for video . The Old Jameson Distillery, now a tourist attraction which has been recreated for effect, is located in the Smithfield district of Dublin . Formerly the Bow Street Distillery, the massive copper vats are now no longer in operation, but can be viewed during the tour . The Old Jameson Distillery, Dublin . Though no longer in operation, the Old Jameson Distillery in the Irish capital is a favourite among visitors. Centrally located in the citys Smithfield neighbourhood, the distillery, complete with detailed recreations, is best known for its hour-long tour, where visitors are shown how the worlds number one Irish whiskey was first crafted. Each tour includes a tasting and a complimentary signature drink. The site also offers many more Jameson-inspired cocktails at its 3rd Still Restaurant. The distillery is open seven days a week and tickets for entry are 15 for adults. Another Jameson site, the Midleton Distillery in County Cork, contains many buildings set on 15 sprawling acres . Some of the distillerys buildings date as far back as 1795 and the site also boasts old kilns, a waterwheel and the original warehouse . Known as the Jameson Whiskey Experience, guests can visit and take a tour seven days per week . Midleton Distillery, County Cork . Another Jameson distillery, the Midleton location is set on 15 sprawling acres and some of the buildings date as far back as 1795. The beautifully restored site is located in Cork, in the Southwest of the country, and is rife with whiskey history, boasting old kilns and mills, a waterwheel and original warehouses. Similar to the brands Dublin location, the Jameson Whiskey Experience is also open seven days a week. The Bushmills Distillery, in County Antrim, is nestled in Northern Ireland near the Giants Causeway . Known to be the oldest licensed distillery in the world, dating back to 1608, its also home to a resident ghost, The Grey Lady . Bushmills Distillery, County Antrim, Northern Ireland . With over 120,000 visitors each year, the Bushmills Distillery is one of Northern Irelands must-see tourist attractions, nestled near the Giants Causeway in County Antrim. Its claimed to be the oldest licensed distillery in the world, dating back to 1608, though Bushmills as it is known now was not established until 1784. Most popular is the distillerys signature tour, which takes guests from the mixing room to the bottling plant. If youre lucky, you may even spot the on site ghost, the Grey Lady, who is said to have taken up residence in the distillery many years ago. Kilbeggan Lockes Distillery in County Westmeath is still in operation - meaning theres no visitors centre here! Though there are plenty of guided tours available, guests can also opt for a self-led experience and roam around the site . No matter which tour you choose, all guests will leave with knowledge of how to craft Connemara, Greennore and Tyraconnell whiskeys . Kilbeggan Lockes Distillery, County Westmeath . Theres no visitors centre here - this Irish distillery is still producing its world famous Kilbeggan whiskey! Dating back over two centuries, the sites creaking timber waterwheel and giant steam engine will transport you into the past, providing a first-hand account of how to craft the complete range of the companys Irish whiskeys: Connemara, Greenore and Tyraconnell. There are plenty of guided tours available, but self tours are also on offer for those so inclined, with prices beginning at 8 for adults. 