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7 Brewery Tours in Chicago That Live Up to the Hype

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Chicago Craft Brewery Barrel Bus Tour

Chicago Craft Brewery Barrel Bus Tour - The three-brewery run: how the tasting portion really works

1.Chicago Craft Brewery Barrel Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 339 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $99Our pick

Ride the Prohibition-style Barrel Bus to three Chicago breweries for tastings, behind-the-scenes brewing tours, and guide stories.

“This is such a great tour and way to spend an afternoon! Totally recommend, and our guide Ted was really knowledgeable about both the history of prohibition/Chicago as well as the brewery scene. Definitely will be going on this tour again! Really liked all three locations we stopped at.”

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Oktoberfest Walking Brewery Tour in Malt Row

Oktoberfest Walking Brewery Tour in Malt Row - Getting to the Start, Then Back Toward the Loop

3.Oktoberfest Walking Brewery Tour in Malt Row

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · from $39

Oktoberfest-style walking brewery tour in Chicago’s Malt Row: three breweries, guided tastings, Chicago brewing history, and samples.

“Great beers with a super knowledgeable guide. Learned all about the Chicago brew scene, past and present. Great advice and recommendations on all our stops.”

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Chicago to Milwaukee Day Trip: City Tour with Miller Brewery

Chicago to Milwaukee Day Trip: City Tour with Miller Brewery - Harley-Davidson Museum: where American design turns real

Oktoberfest Walking Brewery Tour in Logan Square

Oktoberfest Walking Brewery Tour in Logan Square - Meeting at Palmer Square Park and Getting to the Route

5.Oktoberfest Walking Brewery Tour in Logan Square

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $25Best value

A $25 Oktoberfest-style walking brewery tour in Logan Square with three stops, beer-flight discounts, and Chicago brewing history along the way.

“It was both educational and fun. For someone who’s done several brewery tours, this one is unlike any I’ve done, giving you an intimate look into Chicago’s brewery scene.”

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Chicago to Milwaukee Day Trip with Brewery Tour & City Highlights

Chicago to Milwaukee Day Trip with Brewery Tour & City Highlights - Price and what you actually get for $125

6.Chicago to Milwaukee Day Trip with Brewery Tour & City Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $125

Chicago to Milwaukee day trip with beer and Harley options, Public Market bites, lakefront art stops, and easy guided transport.

“The Milwaukee Art Museum was a visual masterpiece—its stunning architecture and lakefront setting made for the perfect introduction to the city’s creative spirit. Inside, the collection was diverse and thoughtfully curated, with something to capture every kind of art lover. The Milwaukee Public Market was a lively and delicious stop. From artisan cheeses to fresh-baked pastries and handmade crafts, it had the kind of local charm that made it easy to lose track of time. I’d also like to highlight the exceptional service provided by our tour guide. He is knowledgeable, friendly, and kept everything running smoothly without ever making the day feel rushed. His insights added so much to…”

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Chicago Local Brewery Expedition with Homemade Guacamole

Chicago Local Brewery Expedition with Homemade Guacamole - Goose Island Beer Co. Start: Guacamole, Tortillas, and a 3-Beer Flight