Heaving with hops, and boasting some of the boldest bottles of beer, the surge in microbreweries has been second to none in this glorious city. But, where to begin? From pubs brimming with barrels, to fully-fledged ale adventures, check out our guide to the best brewery tours in London.
Last updated on 24th March 2023
@ Five Points Brewery and Taproom on Friday 7th April 2023 and 22 other Fridays
Fancy trying out some of the East End's best breweries? Now you can with a top-notch craft brewery tasting tour. Starting at Bethnal Green Tube Station, this fabulous event will not have everyone tasting bevvies from 4 of the best taprooms, but also learning some fun facts too.
@ Crate Bar & Pizzeria on Saturday 15th April 2023 and 5 other dates
Join beer expert, Jo, on a guided tour and beer tasting around some of the best microbreweries in Hackney. Expect to try some of the finest tipples in Crate Brewery, Howling Hops Brewery & Tank Bar and Old Street Brewery, before delving into cheese platters at Beer Merchants Tap.
Get to know some of the best pubs, craft breweries and taprooms across London venues with Ale Hunters' unique tours. You'll gain a whole load of new knowledge along the way, picking up tips and tricks while learning all about the brewing processes, with plenty of tasting opportunities.
Fancy learning how hoppy goodness is made? Look no further than The Wimbledon Brewery Tap. Learn everything you need to know about brews at its range of beer-fuelled events, such as a beer 'n' cheese tasting, followed by sports viewings.
If you like beer, you'll love the taproom tour and tasting the Five Points Brewing Company has to offer. Expect to hear how your favourite drink is crafted as well as a full-on history lesson. Afterwards, you'll get to try four different delicious types for a hoppy good time.
Boasting their own microbrewery right on-site, it's no wonder that Brewhouse & Kitchen's tour is popular among beer-lovers. Cavort around their copper barrels and get a taste for some of the finest craft in the business, as experts teach you all there is to know about the art of hops.
A working brewery in the heart of East London, Signature Brew Blackhorse Road, and its Haggerston taproom, are must-visits for any die-hard hopheads. Join one of their epic tours, or sip on a vast array of artisanal beers while enjoying some awesome live music.
Searching for a hoppy tour in Bermondsey? Then you're going to have to Mash Paddle Brewery. This fabulous venue will teach you everything you need to know in its classes and experiences, all while you quaff some of the tastiest pours.
Offering tastings and insider knowledge of where the magic happens from their on-site taproom, Battersea Brewery is a top-tier South London brewery tour. If you're feeling peckish, they also have a hearty range of grub on offer too.
Looking for a Bermondsey brewery tour? Make your way to Hawkes, London's first-ever cidery for their masterclasses. Get the lowdown on what it takes to turn the humble apple into your favourite beverage, and taste the spoils alongside freshly-baked pizzas.
If you're looking to try out some hoppy favourites, the BrewDog brewery tour in Camden is a great choice. Enjoy five of their top-quality third pints, which will be expertly paired with a selection of mouthwatering cheeses. Need we say more?
@ Brewery & Visitor Center on Various dates from Sunday 2nd April 2023
Head over to Greenwich, where Meantime Brewing Company is putting on one of the best brewery tours in the UK. What can you expect? You'll see all the processes that go into making pints, from mash tun to the finished product, before enjoying a guided tasting of four imbibes.
@ Small Beer Brew Co on Saturday 29th April 2023 and 3 other Saturdays
Get on down to Small Beer Brew Co. in South Bermondsey for a wicked brewery tour. Explore the cool kit and discover how this sustainable brand gets so much flavour into its low-ABV tipples. While you do so, you'll also tip back five lip-smacking liquid libations.
Based in Islington, Hammerton Brewery is a family-run craft beer business. Their regular tours include a fascinating hands-on lesson about the brewing process, an exploration of their sips and, of course, a thirst-quenching pint.
@ Camden Town Brewery on Various dates from Sunday 2nd April 2023
The Camden Town Brewery tour is undoubtedly one of the best in the biz, as they will be taking hopheads around their incredible factory to see first-hand how their lip-smacking beer is made. What's more, there'll also be a few samples up for grabs throughout.
If you're searching for a craft beer tasting in London, head to Kraft Dalston's tours and events. Make your way to their fermentation cellar and tip back 3 different half pints, all while being led by your in-house sommelier and expert, Helen.
