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Best Private Brewery Tours — Our Top 15

94 tours  ·  from $16 a head

Going private buys the guide’s attention and a language you actually speak. The 15 below are compared on group size, how many breweries are visited and what the whole booking costs rather than the per-head headline.

Brussels: Belgian Beer Tasting and Course at a Private Bar - What happens during the 75 minutes
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Brussels: Belgian Beer Tasting and Course at a Private Bar

1.Belgian Beer Tasting and Course at a Private Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 219 reviews · 1h 15m · from $32Our pick

Spend 75 minutes at The Unusual Cafe tasting five Belgian beers with an English-speaking guide. Tommy, Moses, Isabel, Jack, Dora, and other guides have led sessions covering brewing, beer styles, history, and tasting technique. The small, relaxed format suits first-time Belgian beer drinkers, solo visitors, and curious groups.

“Jose was friendly and the selection of five beers hit the spot.”

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Bratislava: Private Walking Tour with Optional Beer Tasting - Hviezdoslavovo Square sets the scene
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Bratislava: Private Walking Tour with Optional Beer Tasting

2.Private Walking Tour with Optional Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 214 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $69

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”

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Private Austin Brewery Tour by Pedicab with All-Inclusive Beer Flight Option - Zilker Brewing: A Flight to Get You Started
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Private Austin Brewery Tour by Pedicab with All-Inclusive Beer Flight Option

3.Private Austin Brewery Tour by Pedicab with All-Inclusive Beer Flight Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $69Top rated

Explore East Austin by private pedicab with a local driver-guide such as Jordan, Caleb, or Chris. Visit three breweries, taste English-style and small-batch beers, and choose between paying for drinks as you go or an all-inclusive beer flight option. Pickup is available from select downtown hotels.

“The breweries served some great local beer and Caleb did an amazing job showing and telling us about the "weird" city of Austin, had a great time he was friendly, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable of the cool spots and things to do. 5 star experience for sure.”

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Nuremberg: Private 1.5-Hour Tour with Beer Tasting - The Imperial Castle gives the walk its big historical marker
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Nuremberg: Private 1.5-Hour Tour with Beer Tasting

4.Private 1.5-Hour Tour with Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 111 reviews · 1h 30m

Spend 90 minutes with a private German or English-speaking guide exploring Nuremberg’s old town, Albrecht Dürer’s House, the Imperial Castle, and Hauptmarkt. The walk ends at a microbrewery with Franconian beer tasting, including possible red beer, pale beer, or the house drink. Hotel pickup is possible within the old town.

“Schöne kurzweilige und interessante Tour. Unser Guide Bernd Vogel war sehr freundlich und passte gut zu unserer lustigen Sauerländer Truppe. Er vermittelte sein Wissen mit Leidenschaft und einer Prise Humor. Durch ihn erhielten wir einige hilfreiche Insidertipps wo man in der Altstadt gut essen und trinken gehen kann. Nochmals vielen Dank Bernd! Wir können diese Tour absolut weiterempfehlen!”

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Private Day Tour to Cape Point , Penguins, Wine or Beer Tasting - Chapman’s Peak Drive and Noordhoek Beach
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Private Day Tour to Cape Point , Penguins, Wine or Beer Tasting

5.Private Day Tour to Cape Point , Penguins, Wine or Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · from $186

Spend about eight hours with owner-guide Ian of African Moon Adventures, traveling in an air-conditioned Ford minivan with up to seven people. The day links Cape Point, Boulders Beach, Chapman's Peak, an ostrich farm, and Constantia wine country, with time for photos, lunch, and flexible stops.

“I had a wonderful day in Cape Town and the Peninsula. The happiest surprise of my tour. Our guide made is a point to stay ahead of big tourist buses so we had most of the sites to ourselves. He was honest, knowledgeable and funny. The tour itself is packed with interesting sites, much more than I expected. I now need to plan on spending more time on a future trip to Cape Town.”

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Build your own Unique Private Winery/Brewery Tour at the Margaret River region - Maurice and the value of a private driver
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Build your own Unique Private Winery/Brewery Tour at the Margaret River region

6.Build your own Unique Private Winery/Brewery Tour at the Margaret River region

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · from $121

Maurice from South West Ride Share takes your private group around Margaret River for six hours, visiting five or six wineries and breweries you choose. You get a clean, air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water, your own music, and a driver who keeps the day moving. Lunch and drinks cost extra.

“Maurice was punctual and helpful for us to do one day winery tour in margaret river i will ask his service if i have a chance to visit MR”

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Dresden: Private Inflatable Boat Tour with Beer Garden Stop - Paddling past Dresden’s Elbe castles
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Dresden: Private Inflatable Boat Tour with Beer Garden Stop

7.Dresden: Private Inflatable Boat Tour with Beer Garden Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 62 reviews · from $32

You’ll paddle a private CE-certified inflatable boat from Körnerplatz along Dresden’s Elbe, passing the river castles, ferry garden, old town, and Altübigau. A beer garden break is included in the route, with life jackets, paddles, and a waterproof bag supplied. German-speaking staff give the safety briefing, but no guide rides with you.

“I really liked the process. Super friendly staff. Super briefing.”

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Private Houston Brewery Tour by Cart - Three breweries, or sometimes four, in two hours
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Private Houston Brewery Tour by Cart

8.Private Houston Brewery Tour by Cart

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $57

Spend about two hours riding a quiet electric cart through Houston with guides such as Sarah, Eddie, Marna, or Robbie. Stop at about three breweries or drinking spots for 20 to 25 minutes each, buy your own beer or spirits, and see murals and downtown sights along the way. Groups may be private or paired with others.

“We had a great time! We found new places to visit that I had no clue existed. Our tour guides were knowledgeable and fun! I highly recommend for visitors or locals!”

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Private Prague Food and Beer Tour - Local restaurants, breweries, and food stops
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Private Prague Food and Beer Tour

9.Private Prague Food and Beer Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $177

Spend about four hours with a local guide such as John, Dáša, Jane, or Mischa, tasting Czech food, beer, coffee, and spirits at local spots in Prague. The private format allows a more personal pace and possible customization, while the exact restaurants and breweries can vary.

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Private Tour of St. Louis's Iconic BBQ Joints & Breweries - The Gateway Arch and Busch Stadium provide the city backdrop
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Private Tour of St. Louis’s Iconic BBQ Joints & Breweries

10.Private Tour of St. Louis’s Iconic BBQ Joints & Breweries

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $129

Wayne Prichard leads a private 4 to 6 hour tour of St. Louis BBQ and beer, with hotel or airport pickup, stops at Anheuser-Busch, Schlafly, Pappy’s, Bogart’s, Sugarfire, and more. You set the pace, choose what to order, and get city history along the way. Food and alcohol cost extra.

“Wayne was knowledgeable, funny and an excellent host! We learned a lot about St Louis and had some of the best BBQ we have ever tasted. Thank you Wayne!!!”

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Private Traverse City Winery or Brewery Tour - Leelanau wineries for a longer list of choices
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Private Traverse City Winery or Brewery Tour

11.Private Traverse City Winery or Brewery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Build a four-stop Traverse City tasting tour around your group’s tastes, choosing from Old Mission and Leelanau wineries or local breweries. Carol, Ken, or Aaron may handle the driving in an air-conditioned private bus. Tastings, food, and drinks cost extra, and four hours can feel tight at busy stops.

“My work team had the best time. Carol from Magic Shuttle was our driver. She was a great communicator and was flexible with our schedule. We went on a Tuesday and were the only people at some of our locations resulting in a quick turnaround. Carol was able to squeeze in an additional stop for us. The wineries that we went to were gorgeous! Mari, Bonobo, and Chateau Chantel. We lap stopped at Old Mission Distillery. Super cute! Would highly recommend this excursion.”

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Private Evening Taco and Beer Tour with Transportation Included - Taqueria Coapenitos, a beer-friendly opening
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Private Evening Taco and Beer Tour with Transportation Included

12.Private Evening Taco and Beer Tour with Transportation Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $237

This private Cancun food tour takes you by van to five taco and dessert stops, from panuchos and suadero to cabeza, al pastor, and birria. You get private transportation, an exclusive table, dinner, and one beer or drink at each stop for adults. Guides such as G, Diego, and Rodrigo are known for explaining Mexican food and local customs.

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Discover the Best of Prague: Private Tour incl Best beer tasting - Old Town’s medieval square and Prague’s oldest center
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Discover the Best of Prague: Private Tour incl Best beer tasting

13.Discover the Best of Prague: Private Tour incl Best beer tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend about three hours exploring Prague with a private English-speaking guide. You’ll see Charles Bridge, Old Town’s medieval square, and Hradcany with its vast castle complex. Pickup and drop-off can be arranged on request. The tour also includes a beer tasting, though the tasting location and format should be confirmed before booking.

“Bianca was an absolutely perfect guide! She was so knowledgeable and helped us customize the tour so it was perfect for us. I would highly recommend this tour!”

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A Taste of Berlin: Craft Beer Private Tour - Starting near the Spree and Schlesische Strasse
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A Taste of Berlin: Craft Beer Private Tour

14.A Taste of Berlin: Craft Beer Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · from $161

Spend about three hours with a private Berlin host, tasting traditional German beer and newer craft brews around Kreuzberg. The route may include the Spree, Görlitzer Park, quirky local bars, and Schoppe Bräu Taproom. Guides vary, with Michelle, Amelia, Javier, Michele, and Michael among the hosts praised for warmth and local insight. Sunday departures follow a different plan.

“It was like a friend from Berlin took us pt for some beers. Explored a very fun, interesting area of the city. Definitely recommend.”

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Gdansk Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour at Best Pubs & Bars - The two-hour route: seven beers and a quick introduction
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Gdansk Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour at Best Pubs & Bars

15.Gdansk Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour at Best Pubs & Bars

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 22 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $184

Explore Gdansk beer culture with a private guide such as Marek Graszek or Eva, tasting 7 to 13 Polish beers in two or three Old Town pubs and restaurants. Choose a short introduction, a longer beer-focused evening, or a four-hour meal with traditional dishes. Tours run in several languages and suit private groups of up to 25.

“Marek Graszek was our guide and he is awesome great guide, I totally recommend him and this tour.”

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