If you're interested in finding out a little bit more about the brewing process and seeing, first hand, how we make your favourite brands, come along to one of our breweries for a tour.
Breweries in Australia where tours are available:
Breweries in New Zealand where tours are available:
XXXX Brewery
Cnr Black and Paten Street
Milton, Brisbane
Queensland, Australia
Tel: (07) 3361 7597
Email: xxxxalehouse@xxxx.com.au
Website: www.xxxxalehouse.com.au
When can I go?
Tours are held six days a week. Classic Brewery Tours run Mondays to Fridays at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm, with an additional tour on Wednesday evenings at 6pm and Saturdays at 12.30pm. Our Brewery, Beer and BBQ Tour is available on Wednesday evenings at 6.30pm, and on Saturdays at 10.30am, 11am, 11.30am and 12pm. Additional tours may be scheduled to meet demand. As limited spaces are available on each tour, bookings are recommended.
How much does it cost?
Classic Brewery Tour
Adults $22*
Concession $20*
Groups of 10 or more adults $20*
*Includes 4 glasses of beer to be enjoyed in the XXXX Ale House Bar.
Non-Drinking Adult $18
Under 18 years $15
Children under 10 years free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Brewery Beer & BBQ Tour
Adults $35*
Concession $33*
*Includes 4 glasses of beer to be enjoyed in the XXXX Ale House Bar.
Non-Drinking Adult $31
Under 18 years $28
Children under 10 years free when accompanied by a paying adult.
What will I see?
During your beer journey you will learn some interesting facts about beer, the legend of XXXX and its place in the Australian community and lifestyle. See the inner workings of the iconic brewery as you walk through the heart of the heritage site. Learn about the raw ingredients, the brewing process and see the action of the packaging line.
Other Information
Please make your bookings online at our website www.xxxxalehouse.com.au or phone our team on (07) 3361 7597.
Malt Shovel Brewery
There's always a lively calendar of events at the Malt Shovel. The range of events includes:
Meet the Brewers
Informal evenings at a pub, to meet the brewers and discuss a topic close to everyone's heart - the secrets of beer. You may even be lucky and meet one of James Squires' descendants.
Beer Dinners
A wonderful way to introduce friends to the culinary delights of matching beer and food. Always held in fine dining restaurants, Chuck and his team work with the chef to compose an entertaining and informative evening of dinner and beer tasting. More than 10 beers are handpicked for matching with the fine food.
Other Information
More details on all events at the Malt Shovel website: www.maltshovel.com.au.
South Australian Brewing Company
107 Port Road
Thebarton
South Australia, Australia
Tel: (08) 8354 8888
When can I go?
On a booking basis of 10 People or more on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays at 10.30am.
Prior bookings are essential.
The tour takes approximately 1.5 hours.
What will I see?
All the raw materials, fermentation cellars, the brewhouse, keg handling, canning and bottling lines.
How much does it cost?
$10 per head
Group bookings must be a minimum of 10 people (minimum payment of $100 per group).
Other information?
Visitors must wear closed, flat shoes for their safety. Children under 12 years of age can not be admitted. No cameras are allowed.
Swan Brewery
25 Baile Road
Canning Vale
Perth, Australia
Tel: 08 9350 0651, Monday to Wednesday, 9.00-3.00pm.
When can I go and how much does it cost?
Tours of the Swan Brewery in Canning Vale are held on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday at 10.00am or 12.00noon and Thursday (mornings only at 10.00am). Other suitable times can be arranged on request. Evening tours are open to the public on Tuesday at 6.30pm. The tour costs $15.00 per person and prior bookings are essential.
Tours are also conducted on Wednesday evenings at 6.30pm and are reserved for specialist fundraising groups. A minimum of 25 guests is required.
Other Information
Prior bookings are essential for all tours and can be made by phoning our Tour Office direct on 08 9350 0222.
Boag's Brewery
Boag's Centre for Beer Lovers
39 William Street
Launeston Tasmania
When can I go?
Tours are available on weekdays (closed public holidays and weekends)
How much does it cost?
BOAG'S DISCOVERY TOUR
Adults $18
Concession $14
Under 18 years $14
Family $50
BEER LOVER'S TOUR
Adults $25
Concession $22
Under 18 years $22
Family $75
What will I see?
During your beer journey you will learn some interesting facts about beer and the brewing process, as well as enjoying an educational tasting session.
Other information
Bookings are essential. Please visit www.boags.com.au
Lionzone
380 Khyber Pass Road
Newmarket
Auckland, New Zealand
Tel: (09) 358 8366
How do I book?
Phone: (09) 358 8366 or Email: bookings@lionzone.co.nz or visit our website http://www.lionzone.co.nz/.
When can I visit?
Tours daily commencing at 9.30am, 12.15pm and 3.00pm. Bookings recommended.
How much does it cost?
Adult $15.00
Child (5-15 years) (children under 5 are free) $7.50
Student/Senior Citizen (with ID) $12.00
Family (two adults and maximum of four children) $40.00
Adult Groups (minimum of ten adult visitors) $12.00 per ticket
Child Groups (minimum of ten children visitors eg: school) $6.00 per ticket
Student/Senior Groups (min. of ten student/senior citizens) $10.00 per ticket
What will I see?
LIONZONE offers an innovative, entertaining and educational beer experience where visitors will have the opportunity to see, touch, smell and taste the essence that is beer. Lionzone is situated at Lion Breweries, Auckland New Zealand - the home of Lion Red, New Zealand's biggest beer brand, and Steinlager, Lion's flagship international beer.
Speights Brewery Tour
200 Rattray Street
Dunedin, New Zealand
Tel: (03) 477 9480
When can I go?
Open everyday (excluding Christmas Day), bookings are essential
Monday to Thursday: 10.00am, 12.00pm, 2.00pm, 6.00pm, 7.00pm
Friday to Sunday: 10.00am, 12.00pm, 2.00pm, 4.00pm, 6.00pm
Other tour times available for groups bookings of 10 or more, by prior arrangement. Extra tours run during peak season.
Speight's Heritage Centre Shop
Open daily 9:30am to 5:00pm and until 7:00pm Monday to Thursday (open to the public)
How much does it cost?
Adult $19.00
Child (5-17yrs, under 5 free) $ 7.00
Student/Senior Citizens $16.00
Family (2 adults and maximum 4 children) $40.00
Alehouse Lunch Package, includes Speight’s tour and two course lunch $47.00
Alehouse Dinner Package, includes Speight’s tour and three course dinner $58.00
Please note that an adult must accompany children 15 years of age and under.