Sample craft beer at several locally owned Chicago establishments during a 3-hour guided walking tour. Explore the Bucktown and Wicker Park neighborhoods on foot, stopping to learn about the city's historical architecture along the way. Visit bars dating back to the 19th century and enjoy tastings equal to four beers — with the option to book the tour without beer tastings, if you wish. Bonus: pair your brews with a Chicago-style hot dog!

3-hour beer walking tour of Chicago’s Bucktown and Wicker Park neighborhoods
Visit some of the city's coolest establishments, both old and new
Taste several beers, including Midwestern craft brews
Learn about Chicago’s immigration and beer history from a guide
Enjoy a hotdog with a beer pairing

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

This three-in-one walking tour combines beer tastings, neighborhood explorations, and Chicago history.

What's Included

Professional guide
Beer tastings (if option selected)
Hotdog pairing at one location

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities (optional)

Departure & Return

Departure Point

1925 W Cortland St
1925 W Cortland St, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Meet your tour guide inside of Lottie's Pub, located at 1925 West Cortland St, Chicago, IL 60622. It's about a half-mile walk north on Damen from the Chicago Transportation Authority ("CTA") Blue Line Damen train stop.

Departure Time

1:30 PM

Return Details

Wicker Park
Wicker Park, Chicago, IL, USA

What To Expect

Meet your guide in the heart of the adjacent Wicker Park and Bucktown neighborhoods, and set off on a 1-mile (1.6-km) walk to several beer establishments in the area. You’ll taste lagers and porters, many of which are Midwestern craft brews. In total, your beer tastings add up to the approximate equivalent of four beers.

Explore Beer Baron Row, inhabited by German beer barons during the late 1800s. Admire the fine architecture and hear anecdotes about Chicago’s immigration and brewery history. You’ll visit a 19th-century bar with an impressive beer list; pair your samplers with a quintessential Chicago-style hot dog, prepared by a family-owned restaurant in operation for more than half a century.

Pop into a bar you may recognize as 'Molly's' on the TV show Chicago Fire; visit a venue that combines craft beer with old-school video games; and check out an innovative space that features a butcher shop, restaurant and bar.

The 3-hour tour ends in Wicker Park, where you can continue to your evening in Chicago on your own.

Lotties Pub

Meet your guide in the heart of the adjacent Wicker Park and Bucktown neighborhoods, and set off on a 1-mile (1.6-km) walk to several beer establishments in the area. You’ll taste lagers and porters, many of which are Midwestern craft brews. In total, your beer tastings add up to the approximate equivalent of four beers. Explore Beer Baron Row, inhabited by German beer barons during the late 1800s. Admire the fine architecture and hear anecdotes about Chicago’s immigration and brewery history. You’ll visit a 19th-century bar with an impressive beer list; pair your samplers with a quintessential Chicago-style hot dog, prepared by a family-owned restaurant in operation for more than half a century. Pop into a bar you may recognize as 'Molly's' on the TV show Chicago Fire; visit a venue that combines craft beer with old-school video games; and check out an innovative space that features a butcher shop, restaurant and bar. The 3-hour tour ends in Wicker Park, where you can continue to your evening in Chicago on your own.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate

In the special requirements field at check out, please note if you have any food allergies
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Minimum age is 21 years
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Good beer! This is the one you want...

John M, Aug 2017

Good beer! This is the one you want to book if you are a fan of Chicago Fire as it starts at Molly's. Only downside to this tour is it is a little distance from the city of Chicago so you need transportation to get there. You do get a lot of beer on this tour, and a Chicago style dog to help wash it down. You are not rushed. Everyone was having a good time so this tour actually went over the 3 hours. Can't remember the tour guide's name but he was fantastic telling stories about each location, conversing with the guests on a personal level, and allowing everyone to have fun.

Are tour guide Glenn knew a lot...

Brynna S, Mar 2016

Are tour guide Glenn knew a lot about the different kinds of beer we tasted, how each brewery got started, and history of the area we toured. Our group was small so we got to go to our own pace. Glenn was very helpful at the end and help us all find places to go for dinner. Best tour I've taken!

I loved that our tour guide not only...

Brynna S, Mar 2016

I loved that our tour guide not only talked to us about the beers history but also the history of the area that we did our tour in. Glen knew a lot about the different kinds of beer we tasted and also how each brewery got started. We had a small group so we got to ask lots of questions and go at our own pace. When we were done Glen helped us figure out where to go next to continue having a great evening. Our group got along so well that we all decided to go out together for dinner. Best tour I have taken by far and would definitely do it again when I come back to Chicago.