Brooklyn Brewery tour offers one of New York City’s most accessible craft beer experiences: free hourly tours every Saturday and Sunday from 1–6 PM in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. No reservations required—just show up and enjoy.

Tour Details

Cost: FREE (includes 2–3 beer samples)

Duration: ~30 minutes

Hours: Saturdays & Sundays, 1–6 PM (hourly)

79 N 11th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11249

L train to Bedford Ave (5-min walk)

Important Notes

All ages welcome on the tour walk-through.

21+ with valid ID required for beer samples.

Live music often plays in the taproom on weekends.

No reservations needed — first-come, first-served.

What to Expect

The Brooklyn Brewery tour begins with a brief history of the brand’s founding in 1988 and its role in revitalizing NYC’s craft beer scene. You’ll walk past the 30-barrel brewhouse and fermentation tanks while staff explain the brewing process.

After the walkthrough, you’ll receive 2–3 complimentary samples of core beers like Brooklyn Lager, East IPA, and seasonal releases. The spacious taproom features communal tables, local art, and often live music—making it a perfect weekend hangout.

Pro Tip from Michael Thompson

"Arrive by 12:45 PM for the first tour to avoid lines. The 3–5 PM slots get very crowded. Bring cash for the gift shop—they sell exclusive Brooklyn-only merchandise. Combine your visit with Smorgasburg (seasonal food market) just a 10-minute walk away!"

Nearby Breweries

Threes Brewing (0.6 miles)
Other Half Brewing (1.2 miles)
Five Boroughs Brewing (2.1 miles)

Williamsburg Highlights

Smorgasburg (Sat, Apr–Oct)
Brooklyn Bowl (live music & bowling)
Domino Park (East River views)