Australia · BREWERY TOURS IN BRISBANE
Good brewery tours in Brisbane fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 7 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Meet your guide at XXXX Brewery in Milton for a 90-minute walk through beer-making, brewing machinery, and the Packaging Hall when it is running. Finish with three tastings and a perfect-pour lesson. Guides such as Paul, Josh, Ken, and Dan are known for adding humor and practical brewery insight. A burger and fries upgrade is available.
“Tour guide Josh was brilliant. Loved the beer tasting. Learnt how the beer is made and the history of XXXX.”
Spend 90 minutes at Brisbane’s heritage-listed XXXX Brewery with an English-speaking guide. Learn the brand’s story, inspect brewing ingredients and production areas, then finish with fresh beer tastings and a pouring lesson. Guides such as Ken, Zack, Paul, and Gilberto have earned praise for clear, engaging explanations.
“The trip was great around the brewery and a really nice day out. The guide was great and you could tell still had a passion for the company. Overall would recommend a visit to this”
Ride from Brisbane in a small, air-conditioned Vino Bus group of up to 11. Taste wines at two Tamborine Mountain wineries, sample liqueurs, vodka, and gin at Tamborine Mountain Distillery, then enjoy Gallery Walk and a scenic lookout. Lunch is your choice and expense.
“A great day out! Great guide Karen. Awesome lunch at Hamptons and a wide variety of tastings. Definitely recommend”
Meet your guide in central Brisbane or Fortitude Valley for a six-hour minicoach tour of four breweries. You will taste core and seasonal beers, enjoy lunch, hear how craft beer is made, and possibly meet brewers or see the brewing rooms. Locations can change, so expect a flexible day.
“Made awesome friends. Learned a lot. Best way to get a dose of education while getting a very decent amount of beer!”
Meet your guide at a Gold Coast pickup point for a six-hour visit to Lost Palms, Black Hops, Balter, and Burleigh Brewing. You’ll taste a broad range of beers, learn how beer is made, eat lunch, and may meet brewers or founders. Matt Farrelly is known for straight-talking commentary and keeping the day relaxed.
“Matt Farrell was a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide ! A superb bus tour around 4 breweries on the Gold Coast. A huge selection of beers throughout which were great on the palate for all of our team. Matt made the day great fun anRead more”
Spend an afternoon with Hop On Brewery Tours, visiting Future Magic, Green Beacon, and Sea Legs breweries. You’ll taste fresh beer, sample six beers at Green Beacon, tour behind the scenes at Future Magic, and finish with a tasting paddle. Guides such as Joslyn and Matt keep the facts light and the mood friendly.
“Joslyn our guide was extremely knowledgeable, but kept the educational side of the brewery tour very light so everyone was kept engaged and the friendly banter continued throughout the extremely enjoyable tour. The beers covered the full Read more”
Spend three to four hours visiting Lost Palms Brewing Company, Black Hops Brewery, and Burleigh Brewing Company with Hop On Brewery Tours. Matt or Joslyn handles the driving and shares practical brewing insight while you sample a broad mix of beer styles. Pickup is available from designated Gold Coast meeting points, with a maximum group size listed as 11 in the tour description.
“I had an amazing experience on the brewery tour with hop onThe guide was knowledgeable and passionate, sharing fascinating insights into the brewing process. The atmosphere was friendly and welcoming, making it a great outing for Read more”
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