Chicago Craft Brewery Barrel Bus Tour
Overview
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3 hours 45 minutes
Mobile ticket
There’s never been a better time to be a beer drinker — and Chicago, with its thriving brewery scene and many destination-worthy beer bars, is the perfect city for suds lovers. Visit three of its craft breweries on this all-inclusive, 3.5-4hour tour, where you’ll get to tour one brewery production facility and enjoy copious samples of local brews. To keep things interesting, you’ll travel in a barrel-shaped bus. Morning and evening departure times are both available.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 21 years
Please note this experience has a minimum number of travelers required to operate. If the minimum is not met, you will be offered a tour at another time or a full refund.
Closed Toe Shoes required in order to experience the production facility tour at one brewery.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Barrel Run
We pick-up across the street from the Rainforest Cafe. Come up to The Barrel Bus and our Guide will get you checked-in.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
45-55 ounces of craft beer
Live commentary on board
Transport by climate-controlled barrel bus
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Brewery Tour
Visit 3 of the best breweries in Chicago!
Reviews
339 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It was an amazing...
linda m,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an amazing experience! Would recommend it for everyone who loves beer! Super guide and well organised
Awesome way to visit...
Laura R,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome way to visit different breweries without having to worry about directions, driving, or logistics; we had a great time and enjoyed a good selection of beer; our driver was a wonderful host; thank you!
A choice we'll made
Global17701648950,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We needed a last minute activity for a quick run up to Chicago. My son found this when searching for a brewery tour. The more we thought about it the more excited we got. Upon arrival, we got into A WHISKEY BARREL!!!! Ted was out tour guide. He was so nice and funny and told great stories to make the travel fun. We are so absolutely happy we did this. Ted said they mix up the breweries from time to time. We loved our selections. Perfect amount of time spent.
Fun time visiting breweries
Joseph A,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ted picked 3 great breweries for us to visit and had nice tidbits of information about each as well as facts about Chicago’s history with alcohol. Would recommend doing this experience to anyone that likes craft beer.
Fun, Cozy and Lively Spot
U3400UWcharlotteh,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Barrel Run is cozy and lively spot with a great neighborhood vibe. Barrel drive was fun and the craft beer selection is impressive, and the food pairs perfectly with the drink. Great place to fun and must visit for specially for beer lovers.
Do not hesitate! Awesome tour
W3565AZjenniferm,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Literally one of the funnest things we’ve ever done in Chicago! Highly recommend! All the breweries were amazing and the group got along great. Ted was our guide/driver and was fantastic!
We had a blast!! unique...
Hope C,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a blast!! unique transportation - so much fun! The stops along the way were awesome and the pubs were so welcoming! Great variety of beers and the host was terrific! Definitely recommend!
Awesome Brew Tour!
Jeff M,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We’re local to Chicago and this was an amazing way to visit breweries and meet people from al over the world who were visiting Chicago. Our guide Ted was exceptional and made the trip fun with local stories of the history of Chicago’s temperance and prohibition era. Highly recommend this for locals and travelers. This would make a great corporate team bonding event too.
Must do so much fun
Dieseldog2014,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This should be a must do when visiting Chicago it was so much fun driving around in a wine barrel and we met 2 of our now good friends while on this tour so even better
Fun tour in an awesome ride!
Gregory B,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a fantastic tour in a very cool ride! Our guide, Ted, was awesome and very knowledgable and brought us to three excellent breweries. We've done a lot of brewery tours and this one is definitely at the top of the list, well worth your time and more than worth the cost. Cheers!
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