Top Illinois Beer & Brewery Tours

Learn about Chicago’s brewpub scene and taste different types of craft beer on this guided brewery tour. Visit unique breweries for craft beer samples plus an additional brewing production facility for an in-depth tour. Discover the science behind the brewing process, complete with step-by-step procedures, and enjoy plenty of beer samples throughout the tour. Round-trip transportation in a Prohibition-era-styled barrel bus is included.

Chicago dogs, deep-dish pizza, brownies, and craft beer are all sampled on this half-day bike tour through the Windy City. Cover about 13 miles (21 km), following your guide at a moderate pace through Chicago neighborhoods. On the day tour, ride through Wrigleyville, Old Town, Lincoln Park, and Gold Coast. On the night tour, visit Chicago’s Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain and the Lakefront Trail. As you go, stop for generous food and beer tasters.

Taste food from around the world on this half-day cycling and tasting tour of Chicago. Follow your biking guide through the Chicago streets, stopping for views of Chicago’s famous architecture as well as bites like Polish pierogis, locally made chocolates, and Mexican tacos.

Follow an artist through Chicago’s vibrant art scene, and you’ll see the city with new eyes. On this guided tour, you’ll walk through West Town’s B-Line, a modern art corridor with 1970s origins, home to some of the best street art in the world. You’ll hear facts, trivia, a few wild stories and more, finishing up with optional beers—and crafts!—at a hyperlocal brewery.

We'll explore six (6) of our favorite, Handcrafted Local Micro Breweries in two special locations of the historic, Chicago landmark district, Fulton Market; which used to be the meatpacking district, now becoming the Chicago Brewery District. Here you'll experience the fabulous, intricate world of the art of beer creation. We will all meet at the first one, introduce ourselves and try some delicious appetizers; where Carla will make a special Homemade Guacamole and Homemade Tortilla chips, and here, the first 3 handcrafted beers (3-5oz beers) are on us. Then we'll walk to the other breweries where you'll have a chance to order other beers and serve your own. Here you can stay as long as you want after the tour. During our expedition, we can all share our opinion about the flavors, the creation, etc... All the breweries are within walking distance.

Our tour takes place in Malt Row in the Ravenswood Neighborhood of Chicago, which has a large number of breweries, a distillery and a winery. Guests will be taken to three different breweries (with a potential bonus fourth based on availability) via walking and will be given historical information and fun facts about the Chicago brewing scene along the way. Reserved seating and tour exclusive discounts are included for most of the tour stops! Guests will be given plenty of time to get to know each brewery and the guide will offer recommendations at each stop. Guests are encouraged to order drinks, purchase beers to go and merchandise at each stop. Located conveniently close to the Irving Park Brown Line and multiple bus lines, the tour is very easy to get to via public transit or via Taxi/Uber. Please note that guests must be of legal drinking age to order drinks. All ages are welcome to attend! Drinks are not included with price of admission due to city law.

Take an adventurous half-day journey through the most interesting Chicago neighborhoods with a friendly private guide and see the city from a new perspective riding a bike. Dive into the atmosphere of the city’s movement and combine it with tasting the most delicious and iconic treats of the Chi after whetting your appetite, absorbing the unique beauty of the city. Discover more sights in a shorter time using a bike Get a true taste of the City by the Lake following the tips of a local guide Discover iconic neighborhoods and be entertained with historical insights. Learn about the peculiarities of local cuisine and its origins.

Wander through Chicago downtown exploring and gaining new food experience on this walking trip. Dive into the hospitable and authentic atmosphere of the city encountering interesting sights and visiting the principal city landmarks. Be welcomed by the unique culinary tastes of the Windy City and fall in love with iconic treats, listening to the interesting historical and cultural facts from your guide. On this walking tour of Chicago, revel in the incredible climate while visiting the most important landmarks of the city following your guide. You will also dive into the diversity of tastes exploring some typical Chicago food and drinks and enjoy a pleasant walk in good company, choosing your path depending on the weather.

Welcome to the amazing city of Chicago.Discover the mechanics behind how motorcycles work and learn about the iconic history of Harley-Davidson through a gallery of bikes from 1903 to the present. Visit Miller Brewery to learn about the beer production process and taste authentic beer.Visit the Milwaukee Art Museum, one of the largest art museums in the United States. Harley Davidson Museum&Miller Brewery will need extra fee at your own expenses.

See what the excitement is all about on one of our most popular tours. Your ticket includes a flight of 4 beers, a personalized experience at each brewery, transportation on our Brews Mobile, and an expert tour guide. Our Friday and Saturday afternoon craft beer adventure includes Noon Whistle, Alter and Whiskey Hill breweries.

This tour has something for everyone with stops at a winery, distillery and brewery. Ticket includes a tasting experience of 6 wines, samples of 3 whiskeys, and a flight of 5 beers! Take the train out or drive over to the Geneva Metra Station where we start our leisurely ride through the countryside west of the 'burbs in the comforts of our Brews Mobile bus. The tour includes stops at Acquaviva Winery, Whiskey Acres Distillery and Obscurity Brewery. Ticket includes a tasting experience of 6 wines, samples of three whiskeys, and a flight of 5 beers!