BEER TOURS · LONDON
Good london beer tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 5 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.”
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.”
