Top Illinois Beer & Brewery Tours

Chicago dogs, deep-dish pizza, cupcakes and craft beer are all sampled on this half-day bike tour through the Windy City. Cover about 13 miles (21 km), following an informative guide at a moderate pace through Chicago neighborhoods. On the day tour, ride through Wrigleyville, Old Town, Lincoln Park, and Gold Coast. On the night tour, visit Gold Coast, Chicago’s Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain and Chicago’s Lakefront trail. Stop along the way at a popular downtown bakery, pizza shop, hot dog stand and two breweries for a taste of local flavors.

Stroll through downtown Chicago on this walking food tour. Visit Millennium Park, the Palmer House Hotel and other city landmarks. Taste quintessential Chicago foods such as deep-dish pizza, hot dogs, plus chocolates and pastry. All food tastings are included, and the tour covers an easy 1.5 miles (2.4 km) suitable for most fitness levels. Upgrade your tour to include three pours of local craft beer.

Learn about Chicago’s brewpub scene and taste different types of craft beer on this guided brewery tour. Visit unique breweries for craft beer samples plus an additional brewing production facility for an in-depth tour. Discover the science behind the brewing process, complete with step-by-step procedures, and enjoy plenty of beer samples throughout the tour. Round-trip transportation in a Prohibition-era-styled barrel bus is included.

Taste food from around the world on this half-day cycling and tasting tour of Chicago. Follow your biking guide through the Chicago streets, stopping for views of Chicago’s famous architecture as well as bites like Polish pierogis, locally made chocolates, and Mexican tacos.

Our tours are not only personable (due to small group sizes), but also create an immersive experience with our knowledge and expertise in street art. What better way to explore a new neighborhood but with a local artist in tow to give expert commentary on the vibrant history and culture of the Chicago Art Scene.

Experience a colorful side of Chicago history with this Gangsters and Ghosts Tour. With a historian as your guide, you’ll step back to the roaring 20’s, when the Chicago Loop was a hub for bootleggers, speakeasies, and gangsters like the infamous Al Capone. Visit onetime gangster hangouts and haunted sites like the Palmer House, Congress Hotel, and Death Alley.

Experience Chicago like never before on this small-group Segway tour. Visit Chicago’s ‘front yard,’ the beautiful lakefront and 57-acre Museum Campus. Glide along the fragrant floral paths to famous Buckingham Fountain. Then travel along the banks of Lake Michigan, past Monroe Harbor to the Museum Campus for a breathtaking view of the city’s iconic skyline. Guided Segway training plus the use of a helmet are included. Dress in weather-appropriate clothes with flat, closed-toed shoes.

Enjoy a unique creative outlet—and learn the ins and outs of graffiti and street art—during this hands-on urban art workshop. Pick from multiple class times, and make your own way to the Chicago studio. You’ll learn different styles and techniques from your instructors (including guest artists), can try out stenciling and spray-painting, and can even create your own work of art on canvas to bring home at the end of class.

An excellent choice for first-time visitors, this tour provides a comprehensive overview of the city and hits on both classic attractions and little-known sites. Beginning at the Chicago Theatre, work your way to the Chicago Pedway, an elaborate network of underground tunnels used by locals and commuters. Stroll the Chicago Riverwalk and the Magnificent Mile, then embark on a food tour to taste some of the city’s famous foods.

Experience Chicago like never before on this guided, 2-hour, small-group Segway tour. Visit popular Grant Park and see Buckingham Fountain’s breathtaking, evening light show, with an illuminated Windy City skyline as the perfect backdrop. Glide along the lakefront, then witness Chicago's weekly summer fireworks display at Navy Pier from a secret location. Guided Segway training plus the use of a helmet are included. Dress in weather-appropriate clothes with flat, closed-toed shoes.

Explore Chicago's buzzing food scene with a small group on this small group walking tour. Stroll around the 'Loop', stopping at hidden gems and hearing tales of the city from your guide. Taste classic Chicago foods, from deep-dish pizza to dipped Italian beef sandwiches.

Discover the adrenaline rush of skydiving without setting foot on a plane at iFly Chicago-Rosemont. Offered 9am to 10pm, you can easily find a session that fits with your busy schedule. Feel confident after a small-group training session, then head into the tunnel for your solo floats.  An instructor is present for both 60-second sessions to give you personalized instruction. Afterwards, take home a flight certificate to commemorate your adventure.

Enjoy Chicago’s only bus guided neighborhood pizza tour.  Eat like a local as you travel off the beaten path into Chicago neighborhoods to savor the best pizza.  Your local guide will teach you the science behind ingredient selection and baking as you sample slices from historic pizzerias.  In just a few hours, you’ll leave stuffed, and with an understanding of why pizza is such an important part of Chicago’s culture.

This four-mile bike ride mostly features biking on the scenic Fox River mixed-use paths where no vehicles are allowed. Along the way, we will make a few stops to learn about the area's rich history from the Native Americans, first Settlers, and prohibition days. At our stops at local Brewery icons Alter Brewing and Pollyanna Brewing, we will learn a little bit about each Brewery and their beer, and sample various beer styles. After biking our way to our stops, together we will head back to the starting point with a better understanding of the Fox Valley's thirst for outstanding craft beer. You can add a bike rental at the time of booking at an additional cost.

St. Charles, "The Pride of the Fox" has a vibrant Main Street shopping district featuring a wide range of mouthwatering eateries and delightful shops in historic buildings, each complete with their own distinct stories. Or tour includes a flight of 4-5 beers at 3 brewery stops, behind the scenes look at the brewing process and informative discussions on various beer styles. Along the way, learn some interesting facts about the history of the City. Tour stops include D and G Brewing, Pollyanna Brewing, and Alter Brewing.

Heading to Chicago? Maybe to a Cub game? Chicago has over 200 breweries and is becoming a beer destination. Why not hop on our Brews Mobile for a visit to 3 of the most popular brewery destinations in Chicago: Goose Island, Metropolitan and Revolution. Spend some time before and after the cruise to experience the Wrigleyville restaurant and bar scene, or take in a night game at historic Wrigley Field if the Cubs are playing at home.

Go for a scenic stroll through Chicago’s urban neighborhoods on this private tour accompanied by a friendly guide. Admire the oldest skyscraper and learn everything about the American dollar at the Money Museum at the Federal Reserve Bank. Tune into stirring vibes of Pilsen neighborhood, absorb the beauty of Mexican culture and then relax with a pint of special beer in the family-run brewery. · Discover one of the most diverse and artsy neighborhoods of Chicago · Enjoy dedicated attention from a personal guide · Learn more about the history of the American dollar at the Money Museum · Sample the best Mexican dishes in Chicago

This tour has something for everyone with stops at a winery, distillery and brewery. Ticket includes a tasting experience of 6 wines, samples of bourbon, rye and vodka, and a flight of 5 beers! Take the train out or drive over to the Geneva Metra Stationwhere we start our leisurely ride through the countryside west of the 'burbs in the comforts of our Brews Mobile bus. The tour includes stops at Acquaviva Winery, Whiskey Acres Distillery and Obscurity Brewery. Ticket includes a tasting experience of 6 wines, samples of bourbon, rye and vodka, and a flight of 5 beers!

A leisurely walk through historic Geneva while learning about traditional beer brewing methods with a personalized experience at three breweries to include a food/beer pairing and samples of beer at each location.

See what the excitement is all about on one of our most popular tours. Your ticket includes a flight of 4 beers, a personalized experience at each brewery, transportation on our Brews Mobile, and an expert tour guide. Our Saturday afternoon craft beer adventure includes Noon Whistle, Alter and Whiskey Hill breweries. Our Sunday adventure includes Noon Whistle, Afterthought and Elmhurst breweries.