Munich Beer Tasting Tour

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 5 more

I’m a Master Cicerone (1 of 28 in the world), former Brewmaster, Certified Sommelier and experienced operator of fun, educational beer experiences. I’m based in Montana, USA, and I love traveling to Germany and Belgium to share their amazing beer scenes with thirsty visitors!

We'll visit a huge beer hall for a tasting flight of Munich's classic beer styles, plus 2 more beer spots for beers, and enjoy Bavarian "Brotzeit" snack and a hot bratwurst mini and potato salad! The tour is in English (but I can speak a little German and French), and I offer written guides to Munich beer in Spanish, French, Italian and German.

This is a perfect experience for anyone who likes beer and culture, regardless of whether you're an experienced lager lover or just curious to taste why Munich beer is so special. You'll taste many different beers and 2 classic dishes, sample different barley malts, and learn tasting tips, beer science and history while soaking the sights of beautiful, beery Munich!

What's Included

Beer: 2 full size beers plus a tasting flight -- up to 1.5 L (50 fl. oz.) of beer per person in total
Substitute wine for beer at 2 of the 3 stops for a 10 Euro supplement payable during the event.
Food: An afternoon snack at a beer hall, plus a hot bratwurst mini and potato salad at a tavern.
Education:Guided tasting of 4 different Munich-style beers and have all your beer questions answered
No additional beer beyond the stated 1.5 L per person is included or allowed.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet at the Mariensaeule, the column in the middle of the Marienplatz topped with a golden Maria figure. I'll be on the north side of the column (the side that faces the Neues Rathaus/New City Hall).

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    We'll walk about 10 minutes to this gorgeous beer hall, Rich will offer the group a guided tasting of several essential Munich beer styles, and you'll also enjoy a classic Munich "Brotzeit" snack such as a soft pretzel with spiced cheese dip.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    After a 10 minute stroll, Rich will welcome you his favorite cozy beer and sausage house, operating since the late 1800s across from the famous Frauenkriche cathedral. You'll enjoy a half liter of Augustiner beer while sharing a platter of classic Nürnberger-style mini bratwursts with a side of potato salad or spätzle dumplings.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Viktualienmarkt

    After a 5 minute walk, we'll arrive at the Viktualienmarkt, Munich's historic outdoor food market. We'll stroll through it, witnessing the action, seeing the many edible wonders, and smelling delicious smells from the food vendors.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Right next to the Viktualienmarkt, we'll stop for a beer at the indoor or outdoor "standing bar" and patio of Giesinger Bräu, brewer of delicious pioneering craft beer styles as well as classic Munich lagers. Afterward, we'll walk 5 minutes back to the starting point at the Mariensäule, across from the Neues Rathaus or New City Hall in the Marienplatz.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Rich Higgins Beer Master

Tags

Half-day Tours
Beer & Brewery Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Seasonal
Small Group
Food & Drink
Spring Break

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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