Duration
3.5 hours
Munich · experience
Beer halls and breweries guided tour
A guided walk through Munich’s brewing history, with behind-the-scenes brewery access and two beers at the historic Hofbräuhaus.
3.5 hoursFrom €49
The experience
Behind the scenes at Germany’s oldest commercial brewery, finishing at the Hofbräuhaus.
A guided walk through Munich’s beer-hall district with behind-the-scenes access to Germany’s oldest commercial brewery, learning how Weissbier is brewed under the 1516 Reinheitsgebot purity law before tasting the result.
The tour finishes at the iconic Hofbräuhaus, founded in 1589 as the royal court brewery, where two complimentary half-litre beers and a food tasting are included as part of the visit.
Group
Group size confirmed with the option
Languages
Confirmed with the option
Format
Confirmed with the option
Meeting point
Marienplatz, Munich Old Town — exact spot confirmed at booking.
Pickup and drop-off
Confirmed with the option
Who this suits
A good choice when it matches the way you want to use the city.
- Beer-focused travellers wanting the brewing process explained, not just a hall to sit in.
- A structured first evening out rather than an unplanned pub crawl.
- Groups who want a genuine Hofbräuhaus visit alongside brewery history.
Itinerary
The route at a glance.
The guide and exact sequence are confirmed on the day. Times below are a useful indication of how this visit is normally structured.
- 1~1.5 hours
Brewery visit
Behind-the-scenes access and an explanation of the 1516 purity law.
- 2~2 hours
Hofbräuhaus
Two complimentary beers and a food tasting inside the royal court brewery hall.
What the visit includes
The practical detail before you choose a date.
Highlights
- Behind-the-scenes access to Germany’s oldest commercial brewery
- Two complimentary half-litre beers included
- A food tasting alongside the beer
- Finishes at the historic Hofbräuhaus, founded 1589
Included
- ✓ Brewery entrance and behind-the-scenes access
- ✓ Professional guide throughout
- ✓ Two complimentary 0.5-litre beers
- ✓ A food tasting
Not included
- • Further drinks beyond the two included
- • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Before you go
A few essentials for the day.
- Not suitable for guests under 16 years old.
- Available in German and English; confirm the language at booking.
- Intoxication during the tour is not permitted.