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    Weird Portland Pub Tour

    Sip beer and hear Portland’s weirdest local legends

    4.8 stars• 46 reviews
    From$31/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2.5 - 3 hours

    Highlights

    Explore Portland’s quirky side on a walking pub tour packed with local stories. Visit neighborhood bars and start at Baerlic Brewing.

    • Meet your guide inside Baerlic Brewery + Taproom
    • Walk under 0.5 mile while you bar-hop
    • Hear stories of Bigfoot, UFOs, and Portland oddities
    • Visit neighborhood bars with lots of character
    • Plan to buy your own beer during the tour
    • Tip your guide if you’d like (15%–20% is customary)

    Things to know

    A government-issued photo ID is required (passport for international visitors). You typically won’t have time to order food until the final stop, about 2 hours in.

    Cancellation Policy

    No cancellations or refunds.

    FAQs

    Yes. This tour is for ages 21+.

    Bring a government-issued photo ID (passport for international visitors), walking shoes, weather-appropriate layers (such as a rain jacket), and a plan for a safe ride home.

    Plan to eat before or after. You typically won’t have time to order food during the tour; the final stop has food options available about 2 hours in.

    Meeting details

    Baerlic Brewing

    Experience provided by BeerQuest Walking Tours
    Experience provided by BeerQuest Walking Tours

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    $31.80

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    46 reviews•Google Maps

    BeerQuest delivers a solid combination of Portland history and craft beer sampling, with guides who clearly know their stuff. Otniel stands out in multiple reviews for being knowledgeable, personable, and thoughtful about pacing the experience. Madison, Tom, and Tiffany also earn praise for creating a relaxed, friendly atmosphere that feels more like exploring with locals than following a rigid tour script. The Weird Portland and Haunted Pub tours are the most popular options, typically including around six beer samples across two stops while weaving in quirky historical tales and local legends. Most visitors appreciate the two-hour format and find the walking manageable with plenty of breaks. The tours work well for both groups and couples looking to get acquainted with Portland's offbeat character. One reviewer did express disappointment about tour length and Shanghai tunnel access not meeting their expectations, noting communication challenges when trying to address concerns. However, the overwhelming majority had a great time, with many highlighting how accommodating the guides are, particularly when dealing with small groups or adjusting to different group dynamics. If you enjoy craft beer and appreciate local history with personality, this makes for an entertaining evening out.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We truly enjoyed the Weird Portland Pub Tour. Otneil is such a cool and informative guide. We learned so much about Portland while walking through these cool streets, great pubs, food cart pods, etc. Highly recommend this tour. So much fun!

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    Alan Diaz

    December 7, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We truly enjoyed the Weird Portland Pub Tour. Otneil is such a cool and informative guide. We learned so much about Portland while walking through these cool streets, great pubs, food cart pods, etc. Highly recommend this tour. So much fun!

    Photo of Alan Diaz

    Alan Diaz

    December 7, 2025

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