The 15 Best Brewery Tours in Canada

1.Toronto Local Beer Tour: 2 Beers at 2 Unique & Historical Pubs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · from $73Our pick

Join a small group of up to 12 at the Hockey Hall of Fame for a three-hour walking tour of Toronto pubs, local beer, St. Lawrence Market, and the Distillery District. Two small beers are included at the first two pubs. Guides such as Jordan, Kieran, Dave, and Jason add beer and city history.

“Jordan is a knowledgeable guide who literally wrote the book about craft beer and as a Toronto native he knows a lot about the city as well.”

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2.Vancouver Behind-the-Scenes Brewery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 145 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours visiting three Vancouver craft breweries with transport from downtown, beer samples, and special brewery access. Guides such as Darren, Cam, Sean, and Rachael have led relaxed, informative outings, explaining brewing basics and local beer culture. Bring photo ID, wear closed-toe shoes, and arrive 15 minutes early.

“I had a great time with this tour. I find it a bit expensive though but with the service I get from the tour guid, I would say it was worth it. I will recommend this to my friends.”

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3.Toronto Craft Brewery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend about four hours visiting three Toronto breweries in a 10-seater van with a Brew Captain such as Bruce, Alex, Matthew, or Maddie. You will get a four-beer flight at each stop, learn how beer is made, and ask questions about styles, equipment, and Toronto’s brewing scene. The brewery lineup can change.

“We took the Eastern Toronto tour on Saturday, April 6th. Our beer Captain "Maddy" was a great tour guide. She was very knowledgeable not only about the beer but also about the history of the different areas of the city that we were traveling through. It was a fun and entertaining time and the beer was good! We will definitely do this again the next time we are in Toronto.”

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4.Montreal Old Port: Craft Brewery and Beer Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 87 reviews · 3 hours · from $50Best value

Meet Antoine or another bilingual guide at BreWskey Taproom for a three-hour walk through three Old Port beer stops. Taste nine local beers with party mix, a pretzel, and cheeses, hear Montreal beer stories, and get access to a brewing facility. Bring ID, comfortable shoes, and weather-ready clothing.

“Antoine was such a joy to be around! He had great knowledge of the city, and an obvious passion for beer. It was so engaging to see someone genuinely excited about the topic they’re speaking on. Merci mille fois, Antoine!”

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5.Street Art and Craft Beer 2 in 1 Walking Tour Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Join an English-speaking guide such as Alexis, Erica, Andrew, or Fran for a three-hour walk from Olympic Village through False Creek and Mount Pleasant. You’ll see rotating mural art, visit Beaumont Studios, meet local artists when possible, and taste a can of beer plus four small pours at Electric Bicycle Brewing and Faculty Brewing.

“This is a fun tour of mostly street murals, with a stop at some artist studios. Mix that with stops at a couple of unique breweries, and a personable and knowledgeable guide Andrew) and it was a great time.”

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6.The Montreal Craft Beer Tour / Brewpub Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $88

Spend about three hours walking Montreal’s Latin Quarter and tasting eight beers at four brewpubs. You’ll try poutine at Le Saint-Bock, snacks at L’amère à boire, local beers at Bar Pamplemousse, and chocolate pairings at BENELUX. Guides such as Shane, Francoise, and Gabriel have led engaging tours, though the guide may vary.

“Me and my stepbrother weee visiting Montreal with our families and we wanted a little guy time. This was such a great thing to do. Our guides were great and knowledgeable. I wish we did this on our first day (Tuesday) so we would have a better idea of the city which we had after this tour. Would totally do this again. I wanted to stay around and hangout with the group but our wives were calling to meet us.”

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7.Calgary Street Art & Craft Beer 3 Hour Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Walk Calgary’s Beltline and 17th Avenue with an English-speaking guide who explains the artists, murals, and city projects behind the street art. Along the way, stop at two local breweries for eight 4-ounce beer samples. Small groups are capped at 12, and guides have included Jamie, Aida, Daniel, Daryl, Ewan, Joshua, and Toby.

“Just sharing this experience with different people from around the world. Making new friends and seeing some fantastic larger pieces of art. Oh and of course some delicious beer 🍺”

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8.Half-Day Niagara Micro Brewery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Spend about five hours visiting Niagara breweries and beer-focused stops with hotel or Airbnb pickup in Niagara Falls or Niagara-on-the-Lake. Expect tastings, bottled water, an air-conditioned vehicle, and guides such as Rick, Chris, or Jerry. Lunch is not included, and the route may feel brisk.

“What a great tour! Rick was amazing! He's from the area so he was able to share all kinds of history. It ended up just being mu husband and I, so a much more relaxed tour. The beer flights were perfect. Each brewery was very different from the last. I highly recommend this tour!”

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9.Calgary: Street Art & Craft Beer Walking Tour w/ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 23 reviews · 3 hours · from $89

Walk Calgary with a local English-speaking guide such as Daniel, Darryl, Mario, or Jamie, stopping for murals and craft beer. The three-hour route includes Bottlescrew Bill’s, Trolley 5, and another beer stop, with tastings, a pint, and non-alcoholic drinks for minors. Wear good shoes and dress for any weather.

“Mario was fun to hang out with while he guided us through the local art walls with some beer in between. Casual day while completing 12k steps. Great way to wander downtown.”

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10.Brewery & Distillery Tour (Craft Beer, Spirits, and Cocktails)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $149

Spend about 5.5 hours visiting Wayne Gretzky Estates, Niagara Oast House Brewers, Limited Distilling, and The Exchange Brewery. You’ll ride in a climate-controlled Mercedes with a group of no more than 14, sample beer, wine, spirits, and cocktails, and hear local stories from guides such as Donna, Dave, Karen, or Mark.

“Karen, our tour guide, was great at taking us through the Niagara area. Her selection of distilleries and breweries along with her colorful observations couldn't have been better. It was a time well spent.”

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11.Quebec City: Montmorency Falls and Microbrewery eBike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 3h 30m · from $108

Join a 3.5-hour English or French eBike tour from La Barberie to Montmorency Falls. Ride flat paths beside the St. Lawrence, pass Domaine de Maizerets and Rivière Beauport, take the cable car, then finish with a local snack and craft beer. Guides include Pablo, Jacob, Mark, Marc, and Jake.

“A great way to see the city’s landscape outside of the Old town. Our guide Pablo led a fun and informative tour. The beer tasting was an added bonus!”

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12.Quebec Craft Beer Tour – From Ottawa & Gatineau

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend four hours crossing from Ottawa or Gatineau into Quebec for 12 beer tastings, a smash burger dinner, unlimited minibus snacks, and behind-the-scenes brewery tours. Visit À La Dérive, Gallicus, and 5e Baron in a group of no more than 14. English service is offered, and guide Brandon has helped English-speaking guests feel included.

“I was probably the only person on the bus that didn’t understand French. Brandon was an amazing tour guide - the beer was great, the enthusiasm was awesome and the experience was top notch. He made sure I didn’t feel left out and involved me in everything. I highly recommend them to anyone interested in booking a tour of the area.”

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13.Newfoundland Beer Tour in St. John’s

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $71

Start on George Street with guides such as Axel or Pierre, then visit Gahan House, The Newfoundland Embassy, and YellowBelly Brewery. You’ll taste seven local beers, about two pints in total, while learning about St. John’s traditions, Prohibition loopholes, gangsters, Irish ties, and a Broadway connection. The 2.5-hour tour is limited to 12 people and welcomes guests age 19 and older.

“The Tour took us to three pubs where we sampled 7 local beers. The guide was great. As was the beer!”

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14.Private:Brewery, Winery, and Cider & Spirit Tastings Tour in SW Ontario

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Spend about five hours tasting Southwestern Ontario wine and beer with a private driver-guide. Visit Maelstrom Winery, Bad Apple Brewing, and Cowbell Brewing, with pickup available from accommodations within the listed service area. Tasting fees are included, and your group returns to its starting point.

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15.Victoria Craft Brewery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Spend about three hours visiting three Victoria breweries with a professional guide, private transport, and beer samples included. You may see Category 12, Vancouver Island Brewing, Swans, Herald Street Brew Works, or Moon Under Water, since the route can change. Guides such as Andrew and Cam add local color and brewing insight.

“We took this tour in July of 2016. We did this excursion on our own, when our cruise docked in Victoria. We loved this tour! It had a great mix of breweries around Victoria. Everyone that we met was great and accommodating! Our favorite stop was the Vancouver Brewery for the beer and the winery had an amazing view! The food at the 3rd brewery was great! We loved it all.”

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