BEER TOURS · LONDON
Good london beer tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
You pedal through Soho and Piccadilly on a 15-person bike with an onboard driver and host or barista. Order drinks as you ride, enjoy music, take photos, and stop at local pubs or a chocolatier. The 1-hour trip suits a quick outing, while 2 hours gives you more time to settle in.
“Absolutely brilliant, Shady and Niamh were great hosts. Definitely recommend”
Spend about three hours with a local guide in London’s Bermondsey beer district, tasting seven beer styles from local, seasonal, IPA, and smoky stout selections. Guides such as Luke, Gary, and Sophie mix brewing facts with area history. The tour ends near London Bridge Station.
“Gary was great and took us to many pubs on the South Bank near Tower Bridge. We enjoyed the ale and tour of old brewing district.”
Join Paul and possibly Dave for a three-to-four-hour walk through Bermondsey’s Beer Mile. Visit five breweries, taste half pints or two-thirds, learn about brewing and English beer styles, and finish at The Kernel, where you can buy another drink.
“From the off the Paul and Dave were friendly and extremely knowledgable, not only the beer styles and how to taste, but also the breweries and the local area. At each brewery we tried a different style and tasting methods. A great way to spend a Saturday in London for a beer fan. Thanks chaps!”
Spend 3.5 hours walking through old London with a local English-speaking guide such as Alex, Becki, or Susannah. Visit Ye Olde Mitre, Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, and two other traditional pubs while tasting four drinks and classic bites. Expect history, conversation, and a snack-sized lunch.
“See a different side of London. Historical pubs with stories to tell about the characters of London past. Our tour guide, Shadow, was a wealth of information and created a fun atmosphere for all . We were a small group and got to know each other by the time we finished the tour. I'd highly recommend this tour to get a fell for old London. Beer and historical pub grub at each stop.”
Walk through Holborn and Fleet Street with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Ye Olde Mitre, The Old Bell Tavern, Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, and Ye Olde Cock Tavern for four drinks, four tastings, pub stories, and a traditional English game.
Join 3 Locks Brewing Company in Camden Market for 90 minutes of guided beer tasting and brewery access. You get a welcome beer, six tasters, beer in the brewhouse, a pour straight from the tank, and a final beer. Mick, Michael, and Shay may guide the session in English.
“A generous selection of beers 🍻 paired with expert guidance 🧑🏼🔬 witty remarks 🙃 and interesting insights into beer and the brewing process 🔎 🛁🌡️”
Spend about five hours visiting Maelstrom Winery, Bad Apple Brewing, and Cowbell Brewing with a private driver-guide. Tastings are included, pickup is available within 50 kilometers of London, and the route suits groups seeking a relaxed, alcohol-safe day out.
“Had a great experience doing the pedal pub experience in Grand Bend for a bachelorette party. I organized the event and it was easy to customize and add a trip to the Shake Ridge winery beforehand with the Wave staff. Overall I highly recommend.”
Meet Paul at The Five Points Taproom at 6pm for a three to four hour walk through four East London brewery taprooms. Taste included beer portions, learn how to assess flavour and brewing technique, and finish at Deviant & Dandy near Hackney Central.
“Took the Black Horse Road Brewery and Craft Ale bar tour with Friends and a few family members and had a thoroughly enjoyable stroll through the variety of beers available with expert analysis and commentary from Paul.”
Spend three hours tasting London beers across three or four venues, from a 17th-century taproom to Bermondsey Beer Mile. Your English-speaking guide explains brewing, tasting, IPA history, and local pub culture. Guides have included Luke and Dave, with about eight to nine samples, roughly three pints total.
“The craft beer tour was excellent. Our guide Luke was super informative and very friendly. He made it feel more like a group of friends hanging out over some delicious beers at some great pubs and breweries than an academic lesson on craft beer in London, although you do learn much of that history. I look forward to doing more tours with Luke and this group when I return to London.”
Join Mark for a 150-minute walk from Cannon Street Station to Leadenhall Market, stopping at four City of London pubs. Taste a beer at each venue, try traditional bar snacks, compare beer styles, and hear stories from three pubs that predate the Great Fire of London.
“Amazing! Mark was very intelligent and is an amazing host!”
Meet Mark or Joe near Farringdon Elizabeth Line Station for a two-hour walk through Clerkenwell. Visit three centuries-old English pubs and a modern craft bar, taste four beers, try British pub snacks, and hear the story behind the streets and buildings.
“cheers to our guides, Mark & Joe! Perfect balance of social time & learning about pub culture. Had a fabulous time!”
Join Paul for a 3.5-hour walk through Bermondsey’s Beer Mile, visiting four tap rooms from a group of leading breweries. Taste a half pint or two-thirds pint at each stop, learn professional tasting methods, and hear about local brewing and area history.
“Bewertung für die Biertasting Tour mit Paul: Ein rundum gelungener Nachmittag! Paul war authentisch, unglaublich fachkundig und hat die Tour individuell auf unsere Gruppe abgestimmt. Mit viel Leidenschaft und Insiderwissen führte er uns durch echte Londoner Pubs und ließ uns besondere Biere entdecken. Kein 08/15-Touristenprogramm – sondern echtes London, ehrlich und mit Charakter. Absolut empfehlenswert! Cheers🍻”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Five Points Taproom in Hackney for a working-brewery tour, a look at the brewhouse and packaging lines, and four one-third-pint tastings fresh from the tank. Stay afterward for discounted drinks and food.
“Nothing groundbreaking but still a nice brewery tour and tasting. Our host Bex was lovely!”
Join guide Chris for a 1 to 2-hour walk from Temple Station through St. Clement Danes, Fleet Street, and the City of London. Hear stories tied to Charles Dickens, Samuel Johnson, and Mark Twain while enjoying a drink at each pub. The tour is limited to 12 people and is for ages 18 and over.
“Chris was a terrific guide. We had a wonderful time exploring the pubs. Chris was very knowledgeable about beer and local history. Took us to a few amazing spots with some interesting history. The beers were great and I have a new appreciation for English ales and even IPAs. Highly recommend the tour and Chris. Cheers!”
Join beer guide Paul Davies for a 3 to 4 hour tour of four North London breweries. Start at Blackhorse Road, visit Hackney Brewery, Wild Card, Exale, and Signature Brew, and enjoy a half or two-thirds pint at each stop.
“The guide, Paul Davies was the best! Very interesting tour, nice environment. Great!”
