Explore a restored 19th-century Cincinnati brewery site, including underground lagering cellars
90 Minutes
Beer, Guided tour
Step inside the former Bruckmann Brewery complex to explore one of the most complete 19th-century brewery sites in the country. Walk through restored buildings and descend into the underground lagering cellars as you learn how this site evolved over time.
Ages 10+ only. Expect stairs, and the underground portion can be damp and slippery. Dress for weather; tours run rain or shine.
Full refund with 48 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Dress for the weather and bring an umbrella if rain is in the forecast. Wear proper footwear for exploring the former brewing complex and the underground lagering cellars.
Yes. You will climb multiple sets of stairs, and the underground portion can sometimes be damp and slippery.
Yes. Tours run rain or shine.
1660 Blue Rock Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45223
Cincinnati's brewing history runs deep, and these tours do a genuinely impressive job of bringing it to life. Guides like Kanah, Jack, Lisa, and Rory come up repeatedly in reviews, praised for their depth of knowledge and ability to keep groups engaged and entertained. The history spans architecture, brewing culture, and city identity, so there's real substance here beyond just bar hopping. The tours vary in focus, from the popular Built on Beer walking experience to the Bruckmann Brewery tour with its lagering tunnels and artifact collection. One thing worth knowing for those with mobility concerns: the Jackson Brewery cellar portion involves a steep staircase with quite a few steps, though skipping it is an option. For everyone else, it tends to be a highlight. Locals, first-time visitors, and history buffs all seem to get something meaningful out of the experience. The guides clearly take pride in what they do, and that enthusiasm comes through consistently across the different tours on offer.
We did the "Built on Beer" tour and Kanah was awesome! He was super knowledgeable and funny, and it felt like the tour flew by. The Jackson Brewery beer cellars are spectacular, and Northern Row is a great way to end the tour. Highly recommend!
Andrew Halt
May 17, 2026
We did the "Built on Beer" tour and Kanah was awesome! He was super knowledgeable and funny, and it felt like the tour flew by. The Jackson Brewery beer cellars are spectacular, and Northern Row is a great way to end the tour. Highly recommend!
Andrew Halt
May 17, 2026