Top New South Wales Beer & Brewery Tours

Sydney is a big city that’s easy to get lost in at night if you don’t know your way. This social bar crawl gives you the lay of the land with a guide who knows the city well. Meet new friends as you visit up to four different venues. Plus, you’ll also enjoy welcome drinks, pizza, snacks, games, and photos from the night to help you treasure your amazing memories.

Discover the history of Sydney on a 2.5-hour walking tour and pub crawl in The Rocks. Your knowledgeable and entertaining guide takes you to four of Sydney's oldest pubs where you try a different glass of craft beer, cider, or wine in each venue. Learn about the early days of the British colony in Australia and hear the stories of these old-time pubs as you enjoy their rich atmosphere and tasty drinks.

Get together with a guide and small group of fellow nightlife lovers to explore the Sydney CBD or Darlinghurst/Surry Hills on a cocktail tour. With a provided drink and food at the first bar, you'll kick off the night of exploring some nightlife hot spots that most tourists never find. Listen to your guide's commentary on Sydney's nightlife scene as you travel and leave the bar-hopping night with a map of recommendations for where to continue the party.

Explore beyond the major tourist attractions and get to know one of Sydney’s most diverse and interesting neighborhoods–Newtown–on this street art and food tour. Avoid the hassle and discomfort of large tours as this one is capped at twelve participants. Learn more about local culture on an art walking tour, then refuel at four food stops, which might include Egyptian, Pakistani, Turkish, Japanese, and more.

Located on the shoreline of Sydney Harbour, Sydney Taronga Zoo is home to thousands of fascinating animals, including Australian natives such as the koala, kangaroo, and platypus. Check the schedule for daily keeper presentations, or book an animal encounter or guided tour (own expense) for a more in-depth experience.

Be sure to put a performance by Opera Australia at the iconic Sydney Opera House on your Sydney itinerary. See classic operas by composers like Mozart and Puccini, as well as iconic Broadway musicals, depending on the season. Take in stunning views of Sydney Harbour while enjoying drinks or a meal (own expense) at one of the Opera House's fine dining venues before or after the performance to top off this unforgettable experience.

Experience the masters of opera at Sydney’s iconic performance venue. Choose from a variety of options and enjoy a 90-minute summer afternoon concert in this UNESCO-designated World Heritage site. Puccini’s “Nessun Dorma,” Bizet’s “Au fond du temple saint,” and Rossini’s “Largo al factotum” are among the classics performed by Australia’s finest opera singers.

Take in panoramic views of top Sydney landmarks as you cruise through Sydney Harbour en route to Taronga Zoo. Your package includes round-trip cruise from Circular Quay to the zoo as well as admission where you can meet our incredible animals.

Experience the thrill of tandem skydiving with a professional instructor over North Wollongong Beach beach, located just south of Sydney. Safely attached to your skydiving instructor, jump at 14,000 feet (4,267 meters). Feel the adrenaline rush of a 60-second free fall at speeds of up to 120 mph (193 kph) before the parachute opens and you glide down to earth. This small-group experience limits the numbers to eight people, ensuring customized attention from your instructor. Round-trip transportation from Sydney CBD to the drop zone is included.

Experience the majestic World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains on a small-group full-day tour from Sydney. Enjoy sweeping views of the Blue Mountains and sites including the Three Sisters and Jamison Valley. Hop onboard the Scenic Railway (or other rides) at Scenic World, enjoy a chef-prepared lunch (dietary requirements accommodated), and visit Featherdale Wildlife Park to see kangaroos and other native Australian critters. Then, cruise by boat back to Sydney Harbour on the Parramatta River.

Uncover the secrets of Sydney’s heritage as you explore The Rocks on this guided walking tour of the historic precinct. Offering amazing views over the Sydney Harbour and the Campbells Cove Wharves, your guide will lead you along shady laneways and cobbled courtyards where you’ll discover some of Sydney’s earliest buildings, including Cadman’s Cottage, built in 1816 and the Garrison Church, which dates back to the 1840s.

Escape the city on this private tour just for your group with our professional guide in his SUV. Pay a visit to the Sydney Olympic Park, Leura, Katoomba;observe kangaroos and koalas at the Featherdale Wildlife Park; and see landmarks like the Three Sisters, Boars Head Rock and Wentworth Falls. After lunch at a local restaurant (own expense), ride the skyrail at Scenic World (extra cost), then enjoy a scenic cruise down the Parramatta River to Sydney Harbour. This includes hotel pick-up.

Grab your friends and prepare for some fun on this afternoon brewery and distillery tour. You’ll be taken to two local breweries and a distillery (or vice versa) to learn how your favorite drinks are made and, of course, to have a taste. The tour starts at 2pm so will take you through to the early evening, when you can call it a night or continue the fun independently.

Sample some of Byron Bay's finest beer and liquor without worrying about who is going to drive on this small-group brewery and distillery day tour. Either visit two breweries and two distilleries or three breweries and one distillery, depending on availability. You'll sample drinks at each, amounting to 15-20 drinks over the course of the day. A great tour to enjoy with your partner or friends.

Discover the wines and other culinary delights of Hunter Valley on this day tour of one of Australia's top wine regions. Traveling by minibus, you'll sample different wine varietals such as semillon and verdelho, plus discover local cheese, chocolate, and craft beer.

Taste a range of great beers and learn about craft brewing in Sydney on a tour with a knowledgeable guide. You’ll also see the inner workings of the breweries and meet the people who are revolutionizing beer-making in Sydney. Choose from three options: two different six-hour tours include a delicious pub lunch, and the three-hour tour, offered in the  afternoon, hits the highlights in a shorter time frame.

Perfect for beer lovers or just those wanting to get out and explore the Hunter Valley, this brewery tour takes you to visit 3 great craft breweries. Jump on the air conditioned minivan and then head out for the day, enjoying plenty of fresh craft beer and cider. With lunch and snacks included, this is sure to be an enjoyable, stress-free day out in one of Australia’s most charming regions.

Decide with Peter, your local guide and driver, which vineyards you’d like to experience in the Southern Highlands. You’ll be in a private vehicle, so no crowded buses, just you and your friends and family (max 4). You can stop at boutique wineries and some labled as must-visits, including Tertini and Sutton Forest Estate Wines, and you also can visit the Bradman Museum & International Cricket Hall of Fame and the southern Highlands Welcome center.

Get an inside look at the latest trends in craft brewing and wine making in Sydney. Explore the city's thriving beer and wine scenes with a small group and a guide, and taste loads of types of small batch beer and wine. Meet the brewers and vintners and learn about Sydney’s urban beer and wine production. This tour is great for beer and wine lovers, or anyone wanting to get a feel for Sydney’s local food and drinks culture.

Get a taste of Sydney's indie craft brewing scene on the city's only brewery walking tour. In a small group of no more than 15 you'll visit three excellent Inner West breweries where you'll go behind the scenes to learn all about the process and ethos. You'll sample the brews at each spot you visit and leave with a small souvenir of your day.

Get your taste buds tingling as you sample delicious handmade ales while you learn about local brewing processes. Visit three breweries located in the Eurobodalla Shire over a 4 hour period. Beer and ale selections vary at each brewery and change weekly. Beer selection usually includes: IPA, Lager, Pale Ale, Porter, Kolsch, Stout, Ginger Beer. Limited wines and soft drinks are available too. Enjoy a light meal at one of the participating brewery. Travel by luxury air-conditioned minivan and an experienced local guide who can point out local places of interest on route. Pickup and drop off within Eurobodalla Shire.

If you want to explore the booming drinks scene around Byron Bay and the Gold Coast, but are not sure where to begin, join this guided tour. In a small group of no more than nine people, head first for Cape Byron Distillery to tour of the farm and distillery, and sample their Brookies and Slow Gin. After lunch at the Byron Bay Brewing company, head for Stone and Wood for a tour of their beers, then back into the Tweed to meet the makers of Ink Gin and Husk Rum.

Discover the flavors of the Northern Rivers on this full-day small-group tasting tour, where you’ll visit local farm producers, swing by a craft gin and rum distillery and a brewery, and enjoy a scenic drive through the area. You’ll also taste delicious tropical fruits, go for a morning tea and a walk through a sunflower plantation, and have lunch at a eco-friendly restaurant on the edge of the rainforest.