Beer travel · BEER WALKING TOURS
The old brewing districts were built within staggering distance of each other, which is why the walking tour survives. These 15 cover Düsseldorf, Bruges, Prague and the rest, priced by length and clear about how many stops involve a full glass.
Walk Düsseldorf’s Old Town with an English- or German-speaking guide and taste five Altbiers at five local breweries. You’ll visit Brauerei Kürzer, Im Füchschen, Schumacher, Zum Schlüssel, and Uerige, learn why glasses are small, and get tips on where to eat and drink next.
“Really interesting. Tim was a great host - very knowledgeable and really passionate about Dusseldorf's brewing history and culture.”
Join Politically Incorrect Tours for a two-hour beer walk through Vesterbro, led by guides such as Thor, Roger, Martin, or Magnus. Sip eight Danish beers, roughly one liter in total, while learning about Tivoli, Central Station, Carlsberg, the Meatpacking District, and Copenhagen’s red-light district. Expect jokes, a fast walk, and no brewery or pub visits.
“Hilarious guide. Informative. Easy walk tasty variety of beers nice sized group for this type of activity”
Explore Bruges on a 2.5-hour English walking tour from Markt Square. Visit Minnewater Lake, the Beguinage, Burg Square, medieval lanes, canals, and a craft chocolate shop. Canal rides and beer tasting may be handled separately, so confirm exactly what your booking includes before paying.
“Last minute tour, it was well worth it. Beautiful sites. Maria was a great tour guide. She knew a lot and kept the small group entertained! It was just enough time and needed at Bruges”
Start at Hi-Wire Brewing in Asheville’s South Slope and spend about three hours visiting three local breweries, including Twin Leaf and Burial Beer Co. A certified cicerone leads the walk, explains brewing and Asheville’s beer culture, and arranges 10 included samples. Guides such as Mark, Michael, Cliff, and Jo have led this experience.
“Very knowledgeable guide Great humor Good communication skills Variety of beer Convenient location Not to much walking”
Walk Edinburgh’s Old Town with a beer-loving guide such as Wag, Iain, Christy, Sara, or Tilly. Visit three pubs, taste traditional cask ale and newer Scottish styles, and hear how brewing shaped Canongate, Cowgate, and the city. The two-hour tour costs $63.77, includes all tastings, and accepts up to 12 people.
“We had a fantastic time on the tour. It was a great mix of beer and history. We made three tasting stops and tried a wide variety of beers including traditionally served real ale/cask ale. I can highly recommend this tour for both casual beer drinkers and serious beer enthusiasts visiting Edinburgh!”
Meet outside 26 St Giles’ Street for a two-hour walk through Edinburgh’s Old Town, Royal Mile, Canongate, and Grassmarket. Your guide may be Tilly, Sara, Dylan, Fran, Wag, Ian, or another local beer expert. Expect three pub stops, Scottish beer tastings, brewing lessons, and city stories that reach well beyond the main tourist route.
“A fantastic tour with both a good amount of history and very different beers. Our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. We got to visit some pubs which are hidden gems!”
Explore Vesterbro and the old Meatpacking District with guides such as Thor, Roger, Martin, and Steen. You’ll taste eight local beers, hear blunt stories about former brothels and drinking dens, and learn where to eat and drink next. It is an outdoor walking tour, not a pub crawl, so dress for the weather.
“Very informative guide on history and types of beer that were distributed. Just to clarify this isn’t a pub tour. The guide has a yeti cooler filled variety of beers to enjoy throughout the walking tour of the meat packing district. We did truly enjoy.”
Walk Bratislava’s old town with a licensed English or German speaking guide. See the Opera House, Main Square, Michael’s Gate, Primate’s Palace, and St. Martin’s Cathedral. Choose the longer route for Bratislava Castle, or add three small beers with a hot pretzel. Guides include Jana, Lucia, Ingrid, Maria, and Milan.
“Thank you very much to Ms. Luba for her hospitality and friendship. It was a great day that we discovered and walked in whole Bratislava with her unbelievable knowledge and guidance. The tour was more than we expected. Highly recommend to take the tour with Ms. Luba. Thanks again”
Walk through St. Pauli with a German-speaking local guide, hear beer and Reeperbahn stories, visit Zur Ritze’s boxing cellar, and taste five beers at Astra Brewery. Guide Stephan is known for lively local anecdotes. The tour lasts two hours, meets by the Hard Rock Cafe, and costs $57.
Meet your English or German-speaking guide under the Isartor arch for a two-hour walk through Munich’s Old Town. Taste three beers, pretzels, Obazda, Pfennigmuggerl bread, Leberkäse, and fresh Schmalznudel pastries while learning about medieval walls, towers, and local food traditions.
“Schön fand ich, dass es noch Münchens Geschichte teilweise in die Tour integriert wurde”
Meet your German-speaking guide at the Heinzelmännchenbrunnen, then walk Cologne’s Old Town with three Kölsch stops. You’ll visit Früh am Dom, Peters Brauhaus, and Bierhaus en d’r Salzgass, or similar breweries, with one glass at each. Guides including Markus and Thomas bring local beer customs and Cologne stories to life before the tour ends at Heumarkt.
“Didn’t attend as was smashing down with rain”
Walk Brussels with an English-speaking guide through Grand Place, Manneken Pis, Sablon, Mont des Arts, Royal Galleries, Saint Nicholas Church, and Bourse. Guides such as Liam, Oscar, Mark, and Pablo add history, humor, food tips, and local suggestions. Choose the beer tasting option at the end.
“Marc was absolutely fantastic!! We really enjoyed our tour and he was so knowledgeable and warm. Would definitely recommend and book again.”
Walk Cologne’s Old Town with a German-speaking guide, tracing lanes between Heumarkt, Fish Market, Alter Markt, and Rathausplatz. You’ll visit Bierhaus en d’r Salzgass for one Kölsch and learn how Köbes, Kölsch, and Pittermännchen fit into local life. Guides such as Zoe and Markus are known for a relaxed, humorous style.
Walk central Reykjavik with a guide such as Lalli or Lella, stopping for five tastings that may include hot dogs, smoked lamb, fish stew, dried fish, fermented shark, and pancakes. You will also visit major landmarks and finish with a local craft beer flight at Skúli Craft Bar. Groups are capped at eight.
“Lalli was great - good food and sense of history…engaging guide…would start a visit to Iceland with this tour.”
Start near George Square and walk through Merchant City with a small group, stopping at three pubs for Scottish beer tastings. Guides such as Mhairi, Iain, Leigh, and James explain brewing, beer styles, and Glasgow’s past. Expect several samples, a little walking, and a friendly afternoon in English.
“Great way to learn about Glasgow’s history while enjoying a variety of beer. And also a perfect activity if traveling solo. Mhairi is a great guide!”
Pick a brewhouse, a bench or a bike.
