Top San Diego Beer & Brewery Tours

Get to know the wide world of beer in San Diego's hip North Park neighborhood. You'll be guided by a local beer expert to learn about different styles of beer, how to properly pair foods and beer, what it takes to start a successful brewery, and the brewing process. We'll walk into about 3 or 4 craft breweries to taste local beers, have some snacks, and talk beer. This tour is open to anyone, beer nerds or not.

Explore some of the top highlights of San Diego with your or or two day trolley pass (depending on option selected) for the city’s Hop-on, Hop-off Trolley Tour. Choose your own adventure as you get on and off the trolley at any of the 11 included stops, covering famous sights including the Gaslamp Quarter, the San Diego Zoo, USS Midway and the Cruise Ship Terminal, Little Italy, and many more. This San Diego trolley tour also features live commentary from the on-board guide during your ride.

Step into the shadowy underbelly of San Diego’s Gaslamp District, where the city’s rowdy frontier and hushed prohibition days of the past collides with its glittering modern nightlife, and where more than a few restless spirits linger long after last call. On this 21+ Haunted Pub Crawl, you’ll raise a glass in some of the district’s most storied and spirited locations. Stop by the Montijo Building, once home to a furniture store with a chilling sideline in coffins and embalming. Pause outside The Fluxx Nightclub, where the music and lights conceal one of the Gaslamp’s darkest histories. Then, uncover the eerie legends of the Horton Grand Hotel, a Victorian masterpiece said to still host a guest who never truly checked out. This isn’t your average stroll through the Gaslamp - it’s an adults-only journey into the eerie, intoxicating history that shaped the district and the ghosts that refuse to be forgotten. Valid U.S. ID or passport required. Drinks not included.

Get ready for a bar-hopping adventure like no other as we celebrate in the heart of downtown San Diego! This is your chance to experience the best nightlife the city has to offer, with a curated lineup of vibrant venues and unforgettable experiences. Gather your friends and get ready to kick off the long weekend in style. We've handpicked the hottest bars in town, each offering unique vibes, signature drinks, and a lively atmosphere that will keep the party going all night long. Sip on creative cocktails and dance to the beats of top DJs as we begin the crawl at our first stop. Experience the electric energy and indulge in the incredible drink specials that will set the tone for an epic night of celebration. The fun continues as we hop from one buzzing venue to another, each offering its own distinct flavor and charm. Discover hidden gems, make new friends, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Encounter some of Earth's most magnificent creatures on a 2–3-hour whale-watching cruise in San Diego. The voyage departs right from Mission Bay, so you’ll be out into the open Pacific Ocean and looking for animals in just 10 minutes. Expert Guides and Naturalists on board help you spot whales and dolphins and learn about their lives in the deep blue sea.

Take in the highlights of San Diego Bay during a sightseeing tour by amphibious vehicle. Travel on both land and water, starting on the streets of Seaport Village and rolling down Harbor Drive alongside San Diego Bay. Transition into the water after departing Seaport Village. Cruise past the SeaWorld and Vacation Isle, experiencing the best of maritime San Diego on this fun and informative tour.

On The Gaslamp History Tour Pub Crawl you'll visit 4 historic pubs in San Diego's famous Gaslamp Quarter with an expert guide who will share unknown stories of San Diego while you enjoy local beers and craft cocktails amid the company of fellow travelers from around the globe. You'll learn the hidden history of San Diego from the city's early days as a sleepy military outpost to its rise as a major port. You'll hear stories of conquistadors, bootleggers, aviation pioneers, and much more. The Gaslamp History Tour Pub Crawl lasts 2 hours and 15 minutes and begins at the 400 5th St. Come laugh and learn over some beer. Cheers!

Step off the beaten path and discover the city’s best-kept secrets on this guided beer walking tour. Over the course of three tucked-away stops, you’ll taste 8 unique beers that showcase the area’s brewing creativity—ranging from crisp lagers to bold, hoppy IPAs and rich seasonal specialties. At one stop, you’ll even get to pour your own pint (yep, you’re the bartender now). And because great beer deserves great food, our second stop includes a taco of your choice to keep you fueled for the rest of the tastings! Each stop has its own vibe, its own flavors, and its own stories—making this the perfect way to sip, snack, and explore a few hidden gems with friends. At the end of the tour your guides will provide recommendations of other great places to try beer in San Diego. We are local to the area and can offer other suggestions as well! This tour is great for beer lovers both visiting San Diego or locals looking to get out and have some fun!

Hit the bars in Pacific Beach with a fun loving group when you book this group bar tour in San Diego. You’ll have plenty of friends ready to party with you. Your guide will take you to some of the best bars in the area, and you’ll get exclusive discounts on drinks at each location. Have a great night out with a group of fun adults.

Explore the connection between San Diego, California and Tijuana, Mexico on an afternoon craft beer tour. Your guide eliminates the stress of navigating through each city on your own: Head straight to popular watering holes and hidden gems for complimentary beer tastings. A small group size ensures a tailored experience and the full attention of your guide.

Discover San Diego’s highlight North Coast craft breweries—and enjoy a fun-filled and personalized way to explore—on this small-group, half-day tour. Following pickup, travel in a vintage VW Vanagon, with drinks and snacks provided. You’ll visit three area craft breweries, where you can indulge in a generous array of samples, relax, and learn more about the brewing process.

Spend the day exploring Tijuana’s culture and history on this guided tour from San Diego. You’ll make the most of your visit to this border town by traveling with a guide, who provides navigation and in-depth commentary. Highlights include the Plaza Santa Cecilia, the Tijuana Arch, the History Museum, the city market, Pasaje Rodriguez, and others.

Explore San Diego’s Downtown and Old Town sights in a fun and fast-paced way—on a self-drive GoCar tour. This sightseeing adventure takes the stress out of reading a map, as the car talks and shows you the way with its built-in GPS. Enjoy hearing stories as you explore the city’s most popular areas, including Old Town, Little Italy, Balboa Park, Downtown and the Gaslamp Quarter.

Crossing the Mexico-US border for excellent beer can sound enticing, but is it practical? This day trip to Tijuana makes it fairly easy, offering transportation from San Diego, lunch, and 3-4 flights of craft beer. Visit Avenida Revolución, the Millenium Arch, and one of Tijuana’s oldest breweries before drop-off on the Mexican side of the border.

Witness a San Diego sunset with a local craft beer in hand on this evening tour with a private guide. You and your private party will enjoy commentary tailored to your interests and visits to some of the city's top beaches. Your guide will be happy to play photographer as they share commentary on both the beer scene and the history of the city and its beaches.

Discover one of San Diego's best kept secrets, Barrio Logan, on this street food, art, and cultural tour. Not only will your guide take you to some of the best spots for local food and drink tastings, but you’ll also see some of the wonderful murals and hidden art spots, too. You’ll share this experience with a small group, so make friends and keep costs down, too.

Petco Park is known for being the home of the baseball team the San Diego Padres and this behind-the-scenes tour gives you access to areas of the park that you wouldn't be able to get if just visiting to watch a game. See exclusive areas such as the Press Box, the Private Luxury Suite, and the Major League Dugout, and learn about past players as your walk past the Hall of Fame areas.

San Diego has a great beer scene, and a fun way to explore it is by riding in a motorcycle sidecar. This is a private tour, great for family members, partners, and more. Helmets, goggles, blankets and safety gear will be provided, so know you’ll be in safe hands. After this tour, the rest of the day is yours to do as you please.

Explore the craft beer culture in Tijuana on an all-day excursion from San Diego. Motivated by famous breweries in southern California, Tijuana brewers have crafted excellent beers that you can explore. Your guide offers an overview of Mexico’s craft beer culture and its progression in Tijuana. Your excursion offers lunch, tacos, beer tastings, and round-trip transport from San Ysidro.

When visiting San Diego, take a trip south of the border to Baja California on a private tour that makes it easy to experience the culture and flavor of Mexico. Border crossing on your own can be tricky, and there is no direct public transit connection, but your private driver and guide will get you there easily and safely. Enjoy a coastal lobster lunch with margaritas or craft beer tastings, accompanied by live, authentic Mariachi music.

Make the most of your day in Puerto Nuevo by booking this tour which takes care of all the planning, and to some hidden spots, too. This is a group trip, where you and the other guests meet your guide on the US border, and cross together for ease. Then hop on your bus and relax until you get to the lobster extravaganza in Puerto Nuevo.