Gold Coast brewery tour from Brisbane: Three craft beers

Three breweries, six tastings, and the story behind Gold Coast's beer boom

A half-day brewery tour from Brisbane takes you by train to the Gold Coast, where you visit three local craft breweries with a live guide, taste six beers, and learn the histories behind the region's growing beer industry. Small groups keep the experience intimate while supporting the local community.

Step-by-step itinerary

Gold Coast Brewery Visits and Tastings

• Train ride from Brisbane to Helensvale
• Visit award-winning brewery and learn origin story
• Behind the scenes tour at Burleigh Brewing Co
• Sample six tasters at Burleigh Brewing Co

The experience

You start in Brisbane and take the train to Helensvale Station, about an hour from the CBD, where the tour picks you up and moves into the Gold Coast's brewery scene. The itinerary rotates through three craft breweries on the day you book, so the exact stops may shift, but you'll always get behind the scenes at working breweries rather than just sitting at a bar. One stop includes Burleigh Brewing Co, where you get six tastings and a look at how they operate.

A local guide leads the group through each brewery, walking you through the origin story and the beer-making process at each stop. The tour runs three to four hours total, and an air-conditioned vehicle handles the movement between sites. You'll taste new beers and hear why the Gold Coast has become a hub for craft brewing: the kind of detail that changes how you think about what's in your glass. Groups stay small, which means you're not herded through with fifty other people.

Wear closed-toe shoes and bring photo ID. You need to be 18 or older. When you book, note your pickup location in the special requirements field. The operator will confirm the exact meeting point. The train ride from Brisbane is part of the day, so factor that into your schedule if you're staying in the city.

What’s included

• Local guide leading the brewery visits.
• pickup and drop-off from your chosen meeting point.
• air-conditioned vehicle between the three breweries.
• six beer tastings across the stops.

Before you book

Days and timesWednesday to SundayDeparts at 13:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 18

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Hop On Brewery Tours

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want a guide walking you through three local breweries with tastings included, rather than navigating between sites on your own.

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Top questions

Can I get to the Gold Coast breweries without driving from Brisbane?

Yes. The tour includes a one-hour train ride from Brisbane CBD to Helensvale Station, where the air-conditioned vehicle picks you up and takes you to the three breweries. You return the same way.

What exactly do I taste at each brewery?

You get six tastings across the three breweries, and the guide explains the beer and the brewery's story at each stop. The itinerary rotates, so the specific breweries and beers change depending on the day you book, but you always visit working craft breweries on the Gold Coast.

How many people go on this tour?

Groups are kept small, and a minimum of four people is required for the tour to run. If fewer than four book, you'll be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

What happens if I'm not ready to drink beer all afternoon?

The tour is built around beer tasting, and food and drinks beyond the six tastings are not included. You're welcome to eat before or after, and the guide can point you to options on the Gold Coast.

Do I need to book a specific time, or can I choose when to go?

You pick your departure date and time when you book. The train ride from Brisbane takes about an hour, so the total time from Brisbane CBD to returning is longer than the three to four hours on the Gold Coast itself.