15 Brewery Bus Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Chicago Craft Brewery Barrel Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 339 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $99Our pick

Meet guide Ted or David at 600 N Clark Street in River North, then ride Chicago’s unusual Barrel Bus to up to three craft breweries. You’ll hear Prohibition-era stories, tour one production facility, and sample 45 to 55 ounces of beer during this 3-hour-45-minute outing.

“We had a blast!! unique transportation - so much fun! The stops along the way were awesome and the pubs were so welcoming! Great variety of beers and the host was terrific! Definitely recommend!”

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2.Brewery Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour of Nashville

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 326 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $36Best value

Spend about six hours visiting Nashville breweries by vintage, climate-controlled trolley. Start at the Omni Nashville Hotel, then choose your stops among Honeytree Meadery, TailGate, Southern Grist, East Nashville Beer Works, Bearded Iris, and Monday Night Brewing. Guides such as Trevor, Mel, and Randy add music and local tips.

“We loved this tour it allowed us to try new things and see places we would have never known about. Our favorite was the BBQ at StokeHaus.”

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3.Premier Distillery & Craft Brewery Bus Tour with 9+ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 156 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $114

Spend about three hours sampling Tennessee whiskey, bourbon, moonshine, cocktails, and local beer at at least three Nashville stops. Guides such as Jack, Jimmy, Joe, Shawn, and Ryan add local stories, while private transport removes the need for taxis. Locations can change, and valid photo ID is required.

“It was informative and fun! We learned so much about the process and then tasted some great whiskey and beer. Had a great time!”

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4.Amsterdam Craft Beer Brewery Tour by Bus with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $70

Join Brew Bus Amsterdam for a three-hour craft beer outing from Overhoeksplein. You’ll visit three breweries, taste nine beers, and travel between stops by air-conditioned bus while guides such as Walther share beer and Amsterdam facts. The breweries vary, so the day brings a small surprise.

“A great tour! You will visit three small breweries just outside the centre of Amsterdam. At each brewery you'll taste three delicious craft beers after which the Brew bus will take you to the next brewery. In the bus the guide will tell you interesting and funny facts about beer and Amsterdam. I did the tour with some friends, but you can also do it on your own because you're guaranteed to get to know people during the tour. In short: great tour if you are into craft beer!”

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5.The Brew Bus: Austin Brewery Tour with Live Band

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Start at 3 p.m. downtown with a Twisted Texas guide such as Tex, then ride to three changing Austin breweries. Beer, a small food-truck meal, and live music are included. The tour lasts about 3.5 hours and returns to the Austin Visitor Center.

“This was 3 1/2 hours of great fun. It was a full tour and everyone on the bus was having a great time. Tex and the band were very good. The brewery selections offered a variety of beer choices and nonalcoholic choices as well. I highly recommend.”

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6.Craft Brewery Tour by Barrel Bus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 4 hours · from $99

Join a four-hour Chicago brewery outing led by guides such as Ted or David. Ride a custom barrel-shaped bus to three breweries, sample 45 to 55 ounces of beer, play party games, and get a behind-the-scenes tour at a nano-brewery.

“Loved it, this is a gem. Great variety of places, the barrel bus was amazing, and our guide was knowledgeable and fun to chat with. Highly recommend, so much fun!”

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7.Guided Craft Beer Brewery Bus Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 37 reviews · 3 hours · from $68

Join Brew Bus Amsterdam for a three-hour, beer-focused ride from Overhoeksplein to three changing local breweries. You’ll sample nine beers, tour one brewery, and hear from a guide in English, Dutch, or German. Bridgette has earned praise for her humor and friendly style.

“Very good! There were some issues due to traffic and change of time for the tour, but I was bound and determined to go. I only wish it was longer! Got to meet some good people. The guide was excellent and entertaining!”

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8.Marlborough: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine, Brewery, and Wonders Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 1 day · from $77

Spend a day linking 26 Marlborough stops by coach, from Allan Scott Winery and local breweries to museums, restaurants, shopping, and a gin distillery. Drivers such as Pete and Erin share practical local tips. You choose your stops, but tastings and lunch bookings need planning.

“Good, the driver was very friendly and knowledgeable on where to go and what to see”

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9.Live Music and Brewery Bus | LaZoom Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $45

Spend about three hours on LaZoom’s decorated purple bus, listening to live music while visiting NoDa Brewing, Resident Culture Brewing, and Hi-Wire Brewing Charlotte. The tour starts and ends at 301 Camp Road at 2:00 pm, costs $45 per person, and carries up to 40 people.

“Lively, fun, and memorable tour to 3 of Charlotte's breweries, each with their own unique atmosphere. We were very pleased to see such diverse establishments. Great tour!!”

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10.Portland, Maine: Local Brewery & Spirits Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 15 reviews · 2h 30m · from $99

Spend 150 minutes sampling Portland beer, wine, cocktails, rum, and spirits with a local English-speaking guide. Your van connects three tasting stops, ending at Portland Beer Hub, where you receive 10% off extra drinks and take-home purchases.

“So much fun!!! Tina & Pete were the perfect compliment to our pre-game. Both were knowledgeable & professional, and willing to join in our fun. A must do in Portland:)”

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11.Brewery Bus Tour with 12 Beer and Pizza

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 4 hours · from $94

Join Darren for a four-hour minibus tour from The Shankly Hotel to at least four Liverpool breweries. Taste 8 to 12 beers, eat pizza, visit taprooms, and get selected behind-the-scenes access, including a stop in Birkenhead.

“En kanon tur. Vi var sju personer Max antal var 8 och det är bra. En liten grupp där vår guide gjorde sitt bästa för att vi alla skulle trivas och få ut så mycket som möjligt av turen. Och han lyckades super trevligt och hjälpsam. Rekommenderar denna tur”

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12.Cincinnati Ballparks & Breweries Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75

Follow Cincinnati baseball from Union Grounds to Great American Ball Park, then trace brewing sites in Over-the-Rhine and Findlay Market. Your guide connects the landmarks by bus, with time at the Reds dugout and a beer or soft drink at Moerlein Lager House. Expect a small-group tour of up to 30 people.

“Aaron the tour guide was very knowledgeable! He was open and informative when answering tour and other related questions. The historic tour stops were excellent and especially about the origins.”

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13.Memphis: 3 Local Breweries Bus Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6 reviews · 3h 30m · from $58

Spend 210 minutes with a private guide, a comfortable brew bus, and tastings at three Memphis breweries. DJ Ric Chetter provides beer trivia, brewing history, and Memphis indie music between stops. You’ll also get snacks, water, behind-the-scenes looks, and a central drop-off.

“very relaxing tour, great breweries and guides were fantastic. highly recommend this tour”

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14.Hop-On Hop-Off Brewery Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 1 day · from $45

Spend a day touring Nashville breweries by vintage, air-conditioned trolley. Choose among Honeytree Meadery, Stoke Haus, Tailgate East, Southern Grist, East Nashville Beer Works, Bearded Iris, Monday Night Brewing, and Crazy Gnome. Start downtown at 11:50 AM or board at a brewery.

“Great way to explore the breweries in Nashville. Our tour guide, Trevor, was exceptional!”

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15.Easy Hop-On Hop-Off Craft Brewery Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $43

Spend a day riding the Beer Bus between New Orleans breweries. Elizabeth may be your driver and host, guiding you through Uptown on Fridays and Saturdays or Mid City and Bywater on Sundays. Hop off for local beer, murals, and food trucks, then track the next van in real time.

“This was a great experience and Elizabeth was a fantastic driver and host. This is a great way to get around the city and discover some fantastic craft beers! Highly recommended for anyone who lives beer!”

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