If you want to learn more about our local beer scene in Portland, this is the tour for you. Leave your car at home, hop on the Max and attend this amazingly informational tour that will take you through the beer-making process and allow you to sample plenty along the way.

The Portland Brew Bus operates one weekly public tour, as well as private charters throughout the year.

Portland Brew Bus / Facebook The public tour starts at the DoubleTree Hotel at the Lloyd Center, making it easy to arrive on public transportation.

The four to five-hour tour takes you several different breweries throughout the trip.

Maxene H / Facebook While there will be plenty of time for sampling (included in the the tour cost), there is plenty to learn along the way as well, including a look at all the different things that go into beer to give it its unique characteristics.

While every tour is different, you will likely get a look into the process at one brewery where you can see a behind-the-scenes view of the the craft.

Portland Brew Bus / Facebook Some of the possible breweries that the tour stops at include Pyramid Brewing, Hair of the Dog Brewery, Hopworks Urban Brewery, Bridgeport Brewery, Widmer Brothers Brewery, and Tugboat Brewing, among others.

On your tour, you will learn the differences in the many types of beers (ales, lagers, porters, stouts, hefeweizens, kolsch and more), and why the ingredients are so important to creating a good brew.

Portland Brew Bus / Facebook Many of our city’s notable beer feats will be shared, including local records and firsts that have helped shape the beer industry.

Tour guide Jim Long will keep you entertained throughout the day with his vast knowledge of beer production and the Portland industry.

Portland Brew Bus / Facebook

And of course, at each brewery, there will be plenty of time for tastings.

Chris N / Facebook Each participant will receive a Personal Sampling Scorecard to keep track of their favorite beers from the tour.

This fun tour is a great way to spend a Saturday. The lively atmosphere allows for plenty of learning along the way, and you will simply love sampling the wide range of beers on the tour.

Portland Brew Bus / Facebook Because the tour takes place in production facilities, it is important to wear closed-toe shoes. Also, be sure to have a hearty meal before heading out.

The Portland Brew Bus’ weekly tour takes place on Saturdays at 1:30 pm. The cost is $45 and it includes transportation, tours, and samples. Reservations are recommended. For more information, visit the Portland Brew Bus.

Portland Brew Bus / Facebook

The public tour starts at the DoubleTree Hotel at the Lloyd Center, making it easy to arrive on public transportation.

Maxene H / Facebook

While there will be plenty of time for sampling (included in the the tour cost), there is plenty to learn along the way as well, including a look at all the different things that go into beer to give it its unique characteristics.

Some of the possible breweries that the tour stops at include Pyramid Brewing, Hair of the Dog Brewery, Hopworks Urban Brewery, Bridgeport Brewery, Widmer Brothers Brewery, and Tugboat Brewing, among others.

Many of our city’s notable beer feats will be shared, including local records and firsts that have helped shape the beer industry.

Chris N / Facebook

Each participant will receive a Personal Sampling Scorecard to keep track of their favorite beers from the tour.

Because the tour takes place in production facilities, it is important to wear closed-toe shoes. Also, be sure to have a hearty meal before heading out.

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