7 Beer Tastings & Tours in Portland That You Shouldn't Miss

Our small group Portland brewery bike tour takes you to the side of the river where the innovation has always been, to ride the quieter neighborhoods. On these tree-lined streets, explore the past and present of Portland's craft brewing culture. We'll start by introducing you to the city, weaving through the neighborhoods where breweries thrive and then doing a ride over the bridges into the city's center, along the river. We'll show you where the city's first big breweries began, and the fountain that once almost flowed with beer straight from the west's oldest brewery. Portland was a leader in the craft beer industry, and boasts more breweries than any city; whatever your beer love (sours? Craft barrel-aging? Belgians? IPAs? Fresh hops, dry hops, no hops?), there's certainly a brewery that made its name in that style. The tour in total is about ten miles, and we stop for beer at the end so you can choose whether to keep riding afterward or stay for a few more with your friends.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Use of helmet, Bottled water

Exclusions: Tips (always appreciated), We let you decide which beer to sample and how much you'd like!

Portland’s famous food carts are scattered all over the city's five (now six) quadrants, over 600 in total, in over 60 pods — collections of food carts! Let us put you on one of our lightweight, beautiful bicycles and guide you on a 8-12 mile (11-17 km) culinary experience through some of our best-loved chefs and makers, sampling everything from Oregon farm-to-table delights to snacks appropriate to late-night cravings. Our focus is on locally-owned businesses with a great story; we’ll take you to our favorites, many of which were important in creating the food cart scene as it exists today. Without these unique and passionate people, we may not have even half of what Portland offers to residents and guests alike. Expect flavors and fusions that tell not only a culinary, but also a cultural, tale. Bikes, helmets and plentiful food samples provided. We keep groups very small, so you'll have an intimate experience with your passionate guides!

Inclusions: Samples at every stop that will span the gamut from coffee, to breakfast-style snacks, to lunch, to a sweet treat at the end, Use of bicycle, Use of helmet, Bottled water

Exclusions: Tips (always appreciated)

West coast is the best coast! Visiting 3 breweries that represent the quality and innovation of PNW beer and why Portland has become Beer City USA.

Inclusions: Transportation on our beer themed short bus, Abundant beer samples, Snacks, All activities, Professional guide, Beer journal, Sampling glass, Pretzel necklace

Exclusions: Gratuity for your guide (recommended)

Experience Portland’s world-famous beer culture on this fun bike tour – the perfect way to explore this gorgeous city. Following your local guide on easy bike ride, visit several top-notch microbreweries such as Lucky Lab, Von Ebert, McMenamins, Base Camp, and Wayfinder to sample several beers, with all tastings included.

Inclusions: Local guide, Beer tastings at breweries, Use of bike and all necessary equipment, Pint of beer at end of tour

Exclusions: Gratuities

No visit to Portland Oregon would be complete without sampling the city's tastiest beverage - beer! Our experienced guides select the best breweries in town, and deliver you right to the doorstep of the craft brewery scene. After enjoying two unique breweries, this tour ends with a complimentary local micro-brew fresh off the taps in our bike shop!

Inclusions: Local guides, Bike, helmet, and rain gear (when raining), Free pint and pint glass upon return to the shop

Exclusions: Drinks at breweries (tasters recommend), Gratuities

Our small group Eastside Craft Brewery walking tour takes you to the side of the river where the hotbed of innovation has always been, across from downtown Portland in a neighborhood packed with breweries young and old. We'll head toward the river from our inner Eastside shop into an industrial neighborhood rich with food and art, exploring the past and the present of Portland's craft brewing culture. Portland was a leader in the craft beer industry, and boasts more breweries than any city; whatever your beer love (sours? Craft barrel-aging? Belgians? Wits? Imperial IPAs? Fresh hops, dry hops, no hops?), there's certainly a brewery that made its name in that style. All of these thrive in this neighborhood, where Around Portland Tours makes its home. The tour in total is 2-3 miles of walking, with just enough beer tasting so you'll know which stop you'd like to return to. We always keep groups very small, so you'll have an intimate experience with your passionate guides!

Inclusions: A few sample beers at every stop (4-8 ounces at each brewery), At one of the brewery stops, we'll order local favorite snacks for sharing

Exclusions: Gratuities -- gladly welcomed!

Uncover Portland’s dark side on this spine-tingling walking tour. Alive with restaurants and nightlife today, 100 years ago Portland’s Historic Old Town District was home to many less savory establishments – opium dens, brothels, and underground speakeasies. While locals avoided the city’s notoriously dangerous “North End,” unsuspecting sailors were often ruthlessly abducted. This rampant kidnapping earned Portland the reputation as one of the world’s most dangerous port cities in the 1800s. Our expert tour guides regale you with stories from this lawless period, including Portland’s most infamous criminals, their victims, and the ghosts they’ve left behind. Due to COVID 19, all guests and tour guides are required to wear masks during the tour. At the conclusion of the tour, guests will be treated to one beer at the Hubers, Portland’s oldest bar + restaurant. The tour is rated ‘mildly’ spooky and is a 50:50 mixture of wicked history and hauntings.

Inclusions: 6 beer samples (5 ounces each), Local Tour Guide

Exclusions: Gratuities