Full-Day Guided Beer Tour in Perth

Craft beer makes Perth easy to like. This full-day outing links five local breweries with a designated driver, included lunch, and coolboxes for bottles and cans, so you can focus on tasting rather than finding your way around. I like the chance to sample more than 25 beers and the small-group setting, capped at 22 people.

I also like the range of stops, from the 11-beer tasting at Two Up to the working brewery visit at Billabong Brewing. The main caution is the heat: a previous outing became uncomfortable as the day warmed, and beer plus hot weather is a demanding combination.

Key points at a glance

• Five breweries in about six hours: You get a broad look at Perth’s brewing scene rather than spending the day in one taproom.
• More than 25 beers: The tasting range includes 11 beers from Two Up Brewery, with plenty of local styles to compare.
• Billabong shows the brewing process: This stop adds a practical look at commercial beer and customer-made brews.
• A designated driver handles the route: Pickup and return are included, along with coolboxes for purchases.
• Lunch is included: On some weekend departures, Bright Tank Brewing Co may serve as the lunch stop.
• Guides shape the day: Andrew is praised for being helpful, while Carmel is singled out for making the tour especially enjoyable.

Five breweries, one easy day in Perth

This tour is built for people who want to taste widely without piecing together their own route. You start at 10:30 am at Perth Beer Tours, 378 Wellington Street, then travel by tour vehicle between five brewery stops before returning to the same meeting point.

The full outing lasts about six hours. That is long enough to create a proper tasting day, but not so long that the schedule takes over your entire visit to Perth. You are not simply handed a beer list and left to fend for yourself. A guide keeps the group moving, the driver takes care of the road, and coolboxes give you a practical place to store purchases.

The advertised group limit is 22 people, while the tour is also described as having a small-group feel with a maximum of 15. Either way, this is not a private tasting. The size may vary, so I would expect a social outing rather than a quiet, one-on-one brewery lesson.

That social side is part of the appeal. Beer tours work best when you are happy to compare notes, ask questions, and share a table with people you have just met. If you prefer complete freedom at each stop, the fixed schedule may feel restrictive.

The 11-beer tasting at Two Up

One of the strongest parts of the day is the stop at 167A Grand Boulevard, where you can experience the full range of 11 beers produced by the brewery. The address is given rather than a formal venue name, but the tasting itself is clear: this is the tour’s broadest single brewery sample.

Eleven beers is a serious amount of choice. You can compare lighter and stronger pours, different hop levels, and the brewery’s general approach across its range. You do not need to treat every sample as a full drink, but you should pace yourself. A long list of tastings can sneak up on you, especially when the weather is warm.

This stop is especially useful if you are new to craft beer. Instead of trying one beer and guessing what else the brewery makes, you get a wider picture. If you already know your favorite styles, the full range gives you a better chance of finding something worth buying for later.

The practical drawback is simple: an 11-beer tasting early in the day can set a fast pace. Eat breakfast, drink water when it is available, and avoid treating every sample as a challenge. The point is comparison, not endurance.

Billabong Brewing adds a look behind the beer

Billabong Brewing brings a different kind of interest. Here, you can taste beers made for the commercial market and see how customers produce their own brews on the premises.

That makes this more than a standard tasting room stop. You get a look at two sides of brewing: beer made for wider sale and beer produced by people using the venue for their own brewing projects. For anyone curious about how beer moves from recipe to finished drink, this is likely the most informative stop.

The visit lasts about 45 minutes, so expect an introduction rather than a long technical class. The information provided does not promise a full production tour or a hands-on brewing session. I would treat the stop as a compact look at the operation, paired with samples.

This is also a good point in the schedule for a reset. After a large tasting at Two Up, a shorter stop with a practical focus can break up the drinking. The exact order and time at each location may affect how the day feels, but the mix of tasting and brewing context is a smart feature.

Bright Tank Brewing Co in East Perth

Bright Tank Brewing Co is described as a Western Australian brewery in East Perth. On a weekend tour, it often serves as the lunch location, which gives this stop extra value.

Lunch matters on a beer tour. It is not just a pleasant inclusion, it helps you manage the day. Food gives you time to pause, talk with the guide, and make sensible decisions about further tastings. Since lunch is included, you do not need to spend time searching for a restaurant during the middle of the tour.

The available details do not specify the meal, so I would not book this expecting a particular dish. If Bright Tank is used as the lunch stop, you can expect the brewery visit and meal to be combined rather than treated as two separate activities.

The venue is described as being in East Perth, a useful change from the suburban brewery stops later in the day. It helps show that Perth’s beer scene is not limited to one type of setting. Some stops may feel more polished, while others offer a more working-brewery atmosphere.

Otherside Brewing brings a more experimental finish

Otherside Brewing Co occupies a warehouse brewery in the Western Australian suburbs. That setting gives the tour another change of tone. Rather than visiting five similar taprooms, you get a stop with an industrial, production-focused feel.

The brewery may not suit every palate. One assessment of the day found the final two stops less compelling, with Otherside described as too experimental for that person’s taste. That is useful warning, not a reason to skip the tour. Craft beer depends heavily on preference, and a beer that seems unusual to one person may be the most memorable pour for another.

Still, you should know what to expect. If you mainly want familiar lagers, easy-drinking pale ales, or classic pub beers, the final stop may test your comfort zone. If you enjoy unusual recipes and beer that takes a few sips to understand, you may appreciate ending on a less predictable note.

The 45-minute stop keeps it from taking over the day. You get a taste of the brewery without needing to commit a full afternoon to one style.

What the designated driver changes

The transport arrangement is one of the tour’s biggest practical advantages. Pickup and drop-off are included, and a designated driver handles the route between breweries. You do not need to choose between drinking and driving, organize a taxi between scattered venues, or keep checking public transport connections.

The tour also carries coolboxes for purchases. That small detail matters if you find a beer you want to take home. You can buy some of Perth’s local beer without carrying warm cans or bottles around all day.

The starting point is central at 378 Wellington Street, and the activity ends there. The tour is near public transportation, but the supplied details do not specify hotel pickup areas. If you need pickup rather than meeting at the listed start point, confirm the arrangement before booking.

Transport also keeps the group together. The trade-off is that you follow the guide’s schedule. You cannot linger at one brewery because you love its tap list, and you cannot leave early from a stop without affecting your own day.

Why the guide can make or break the outing

A beer tour needs more than a vehicle and a list of breweries. The guide sets the pace, explains what you are tasting, and helps a mixed group enjoy the day together.

Andrew is praised for being helpful, especially during the first three brewery visits. Carmel is singled out as a great guide who made the day. Those comments suggest that the human side of the tour is a major part of its success.

The experience has a social design. You meet other beer fans, share tastings, and move through the city as a group. That can be an easy way to make new friends, particularly if you are visiting Perth alone or want an activity with a built-in conversation starter.

The guide cannot control every factor. Beer preferences differ, and some stops may appeal more than others. A good guide can explain an experimental beer or keep the mood light, but cannot make every style suit every person.

Price, timing, and overall value

At $129.10 per person, the price needs to be judged against what is included. You get roughly six hours, transport, pickup and drop-off, visits to five breweries, more than 25 tasting opportunities, lunch, and a designated driver. You also have the chance to buy local beer and store it in the tour coolboxes.

That is a fair package if you intend to visit several breweries anyway. Organizing five stops independently would mean arranging transport, managing tastings, paying for food, and keeping track of opening times. The tour removes much of that work.

The value is weaker if you only want one or two breweries or if you rarely drink beer. You may find the number of tastings excessive, and you will spend much of the day following a beer-focused schedule. This is not a general Perth sightseeing tour with a few drinks added.

The tour is commonly booked 56 days ahead, which suggests you should not assume a last-minute place during a busy visit. Confirmation arrives at booking. Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the 10:30 am start. Poor weather or failure to meet the minimum number of participants can also lead to a date change or full refund.

Heat, pacing, and what to bring

Weather deserves serious attention. The tour requires good weather, and one outing became uncomfortable once temperatures rose above 30 degrees Celsius. The first two breweries were enjoyable in cooler conditions, but the combination of heat and repeated beer tastings made the later part harder.

I would check the forecast before committing. On a hot day, drink water, eat the included lunch, and pace yourself from the first tasting. You do not need to finish every sample to enjoy the tour.

The experience is not recommended for anyone with gluten intolerance. The provided details do not mention gluten-free alternatives, so you should not count on special arrangements unless the operator confirms them directly.

Wear clothing suited to a full day of moving between breweries and sitting with a group. The information does not promise air-conditioned transport or indoor seating at every stop, so a hot-weather forecast should be treated as a real consideration rather than a minor inconvenience.

Who should book this Perth beer tour?

I would recommend it to craft beer fans who want variety, transport, and a social day. It is especially useful if you are new to Perth’s brewery scene and want an efficient introduction to several different businesses.

It also suits solo visitors. The group format gives you an easy way to meet people without having to arrange your own company. Couples and friends may enjoy it too, particularly if each person wants to try different beers without worrying about driving.

I would be more cautious if you prefer a slow, independent schedule. Five breweries in six hours is a full program, and the tasting volume is substantial. People who dislike experimental beers may also find the final Otherside stop less appealing.

The biggest decision point is the weather. On a mild day, the route, food, and coolbox make the $129.10 price easier to justify. In extreme heat, the same schedule can become tiring.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want a structured introduction to Perth beer, enjoy trying many styles, and value safe transport between breweries. The best features are the broad tasting range, the included lunch, the Billabong brewing visit, and guides such as Andrew and Carmel who can give the day personality.

Skip it if you want only familiar beers, need a gluten-free experience, or prefer choosing each venue at your own speed. Check the forecast before booking, pace yourself, and think of the 25-plus beers as samples to compare, not drinks you must finish. For the right drinker, this is a practical way to meet local brewers, taste widely, and let someone else handle the road.

FAQ

Where does the Perth beer tour start?

It starts at Perth Beer Tours, 378 Wellington Street, Perth WA 6000, Australia.

What time does the tour begin?

The scheduled start time is 10:30 am.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately six hours.

How many breweries does the tour visit?

The tour visits five separate local breweries, with the opportunity to visit five or more breweries depending on the day.

How many beers can I taste?

You can taste more than 25 beers during the day. One stop includes the full range of 11 beers produced by Two Up Brewery.

Is lunch included?

Yes, lunch is included in the tour price. Bright Tank Brewing Co often serves as the lunch stop on weekend tours.

Is transportation provided?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off are offered, and a designated driver transports the group between stops.

Can I buy beer during the tour?

Yes. You have the chance to buy local Perth beers, and coolboxes are available on board for purchases.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not refunded.