Craft beer in Bogotá comes with stories. This 3-hour loop mixes a quick street game and real beer history, then feeds you pints as you go. You’ll also get a small group feel with up to 10 people, so the stops don’t turn into a chaotic pub crawl.

What I like most is how the tour connects beer to Colombia’s bigger shifts, walking through Colonial, Republican, and Modern eras. You’ll taste a tropical beer at Huitaca, then hit several other local craft spots, including a bar with a mini-brewery and a final place with a big selection like Casa Magola. One drawback to factor in: this is very beer-forward, and while you might find alternatives if you ask, some stops may not offer much besides beer.

Key highlights you’ll actually feel

• Tapazo warm-up game to break the ice fast with your group
• Beer history in context, tied to Colonial, Republican, and Modern periods
• Huitaca tropical beer pint, a fun flavor you won’t guess from the name
• Manigua and Medellin stops, where the vibe stays local, not only touristy
• A bar that brews their own beer, so you see the process at work
• Big final selection at Casa Magola, helpful if you want to compare styles

First stop: CRANKY CROC, then Tapazo to get moving

You meet at the CRANKY CROC hostel (Cl. 12d #346). That location matters because the tour is designed to get you social quickly, not just load up and walk.

Before any tasting, you start with Tapazo, a traditional Colombian game that works like a fast icebreaker. If you’re traveling solo, this is one of the easiest ways to stop standing awkwardly near a bar entrance and actually talk to people. With groups capped at 10, it also means your guide can pay attention to who’s keeping up and who needs help choosing drinks.

Practical note: wear comfortable shoes. The tour is short at 3 hours, but it’s still multiple stops on foot, and Bogotá sidewalks can be uneven.

The old house and the three eras of Colombian beer

Soon after the warm-up, you visit an old house tied to early Colombian brewing—specifically, the first beer brewed by a Colombian. This is the kind of start that makes the tastings feel purposeful. Instead of tasting randomly, you learn why beer culture developed the way it did.

Your guide explains three periods that shaped Colombia: Colonial, Republican, and Modern. The point isn’t to memorize a timeline. It’s to understand how changes in society, taste, and production likely affected what people drank and how beer shows up in daily life.

Why this matters to you: when you later taste different styles, you’ll have a mental framework for what you’re noticing—local ingredients, brewing influences, and why some flavors feel tied to place. Even if you’re not a beer nerd, the story turns the drinks into something you can talk about at your next dinner.

Huitaca brewery: tropical pint, plus a brewery stop that feels alive

After the history piece, you head to a local Huitaca brewery for a pint of tropical beer. This is the part where the tour changes gears from classroom-to-bar, and that balance is a big reason the experience works.

A brewery stop also helps you see beer as a process, not just a glass that appears. You’ll be learning while your hands are busy tasting, which keeps things fun and grounded.

One small warning: the included tastings add up. The tour includes a bottle of beer and five pints/glasses/samples in total, so you’re not doing tiny sips all night. If you’re sensitive to alcohol or you pace slowly, consider how you want to manage the middle and last stops.

Manigua and Medellín: tasting more than just one style

Next come two more craft beer spots: Manigua and Medellín. Both stops are about expanding your flavor range. You’re not just repeating the same beer at a different label.

This is also where you get a sense of what Bogotá’s craft scene feels like day to day. Some stops have a more tourist-friendly vibe; others feel like places locals choose after work. Either way, your guide helps you connect the “what” (what you’re drinking) to the “why” (how it fits Colombian culture).

If you don’t want to drink the strongest options, you’ll still be able to participate. But keep expectations realistic: this is a craft beer tour, and the default assumption is you’ll be tasting beer at most stops.

The trendy Bogotá bar and its mini-brewery moment

One stop is a trendy Bogotá bar that brews their own beer. This is a great mid-tour highlight because it gives you something visual and practical: you’re seeing a setup where beer is made or finished on-site, not just poured from elsewhere.

This is also a strong social stop. People mix here, especially if it’s around that after-work timing when Bogotá comes alive. If you’ve ever done tours where everyone watches the guide and nobody talks, this part usually breaks that pattern. Small-group tours make it easier for conversation to form around the beer choices.

Keep an eye on pacing. By this stage, you’ve already learned the history and tasted at least a couple styles. If you want to compare beers meaningfully, slow down a bit here and note how each one changes in flavor from one bar to the next.

The last stop: where a big selection helps you pick your favorite

The final destination is where the tour delivers the “choose your own vibe” payoff: one of the biggest craft beer selections in Bogotá. A review specifically points to Casa Magola as the ending spot, and it’s the kind of place where you can land on a favorite after tasting your way through the lineup.

This ending works for you because it gives a natural reset. You’ve already done the learning and most of the tasting. Now you can go back to what you liked—something fruity, something balanced, something darker—without feeling like you’re guessing blindly.

Some people love finishing strong; others prefer a calmer last round. Either is fine here because the selection makes it easier to find a beer that fits your mood.

And if you want non-beer options: the tour is primarily beer-based, but some groups reported being able to try other local drinks like chicha or aguardiente upon request, and guides helped non-beer drinkers find alternatives. Just don’t assume every stop will have the same options—ask early, and be ready for the answer to vary by venue.

Value and what your $58 really buys

At $58 per person for about 3 hours, the price is only “cheap” if you compare it to paying for everything yourself. The real value is what’s bundled:

• A live English-speaking guide
• A structured route through multiple bars and breweries
• Multiple tastings, including a bottle and five pints/glasses/samples
• Context and local conversation, not just a list of places

If you’ve ever paid for a couple craft beers in Bogotá, you know the costs add up fast. Here, the tour reduces your decision fatigue. Your guide also helps you order and understand what you’re tasting, which is where many food-and-drink tours earn their money.

Also, the small group limit (10 people) improves the experience. In bigger groups, you often spend half the time waiting your turn. Here, you’re more likely to get attention, better recommendations, and a smoother flow.

Who this tour suits (and who should choose something else)

This tour fits best if you:

• Enjoy craft beer and want to compare styles
• Like learning how food and drink connect to culture
• Want a social, not-stiff, evening plan before dinner
• Like the idea of meeting locals and fellow travelers without a huge crowd

It may be less ideal if:

• You want a heavy focus on non-alcoholic drinks
• You’re very pregnancy-sensitive, since the tour is listed as not suitable for pregnant women
• You prefer a quiet bar experience with no games or group interaction

Also, if you’re a light drinker, you’ll still be part of the group, but you’ll want to pace from stop one. This isn’t a “two beers and you’re done” format.

What to bring, and what to skip

Bring comfortable shoes. Since you’ll be moving between several spots, comfort matters more than style.

Skip pets and large bags. The tour lists no pets and no luggage or large bags. That’s a simple way to keep the group moving and avoid awkwardness at crowded entrances.

Should you book this Bogotá craft beer tour?

I think you should book it if you want more than beer-by-numbers. The strongest selling point is the combination: history + tasting + social energy. The Tapazo warm-up makes it easy to connect, the old-house origin story gives meaning to what you drink, and the ending spot with a huge selection helps you finish with something you genuinely like.

I’d hesitate only if you’re very non-flexible about beer. Even with possible drink alternatives, the tour is still built around beer tastings, and some venues may not offer a wide non-beer menu.

If your idea of a great Bogotá night is craft beer, conversation, and learning in a relaxed way, this is a very solid choice.

FAQ

How long is the Bogotá Craft Beer Tour with Tasting?

It runs for 3 hours.

Where do I meet for the tour?

You meet at the CRANKY CROC hostel at Cl. 12d #346, Bogotá, Colombia.

How big is the group?

It’s a small group with a limit of 10 participants.

What language is the tour guide?

The tour guide is English.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, it is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Are pets or large bags allowed?

No pets are allowed, and luggage or large bags are not allowed.

What should I bring?

Wear comfortable shoes.