Juneau Brewery Tours & Rainy-Day Shore Excursions — Best Craft Beer Tours, Pickup at the Cruise Docks!
If your cruise ship docks in Juneau and the weather turns soggy (it will, rain is common here), there’s one fail-safe shore excursion that keeps you warm, dry, and smiling: a Juneau brewery tour! Alaska On Tap specializes in 3-stop brewery tours with cruise-dock pickup at Peratrovich Plaza, curated beer flights, scenic photo stops, and stories from local guides, the perfect blend of indoor comfort and Alaskan scenery.
Why brewery tours are perfect for cruise passengers
- Easy to book, perfect duration (3.75 hours) and timed for cruise schedules. You’ll be back downtown well before your ship departs.
- Indoor tasting rooms and patios let you enjoy local craft beer even when it’s raining! Making this the ideal as a top rainy-day activity in Juneau.
- Small groups, local guides, and scenic stops (Brotherhood Bridge Mendenhall Glacier viewpoint, “The Whale” at Overstreet Park) mean great photo ops without the long hikes.
- Our local guides are more than drivers, they’re skilled storytellers trained to represent Juneau. They’ll teach you about local history and tell you what year-round life in Alaska is really like. Rain or shine, this is one of the best and most authentic ways to experience Juneau!
Top Juneau breweries you’ll likely visit
- Alaskan Brewing Co. — a Alaskan icon with award-winning beers.
- Devil’s Club Brewing Co. — Juneau’s most adventurous ales with experimental seasonal taps.
- Forbidden Peak Brewery — Auke Bay’s local favorite with a community-driven vibe.
What to expect on an Alaska On Tap Brews & Views tour
Two daily departures (seasonal). Tours are ~3 hours 45 minutes and include 3 curated craft beer flights, Barnacle Kelp Salsa with chips, round-trip transport between breweries, two scenic photo stops, and other light snacks. Pricing information is available on the tour page (book direct for best availability and to avoid third-party fees).
Private brewery tours & custom options
Traveling with a group or prefer a private tour in Juneau? Ask about private brewery tours, perfect for families, bachelor/bachelorette groups, reunions, and corporate groups visiting Juneau. Private tours can be tailored to timing, brewery selection, and photo stops.
Best rainy-day activity checklist for cruise passengers
1) Book the Brews & Views tour with Peratrovich Plaza pickup (arrive 10 minutes early).
2) Wear layers, Juneau weather is changeable. Tours run rain or shine!
3) Bring valid ID. Non-drinkers and kids 10+ may join their parents and guardians (non-alcoholic options available).
4) Want glacier shots? Keep your camera ready for the Brotherhood Bridge/Mendenhall viewpoint stop.
Why book direct?
Our site shows real-time availability for all dates and best customer support when plans change. The site shows exact tour times and meeting locations. Morning departures are at 10:45 am and afternoons at 3:30 pm from the Peratrovich Plaza.
Book the Brews & Views Tour – Cruise Pick-Up at Peratrovich Plaza
Juneau Private Tours & Group Bookings → Book Online, Email, or phone (502) 907-BEER
Local tips for cruise visitors
- If your ship has limited time in port, confirm your ship’s schedule before booking. If you need help doing this, send us an email! We offer an early and late departure to fit into almost every ship’s itinerary.
- Try each beer of our curated “flights” at each brewery to taste a range of styles. Even if you don’t love every sample, you’ll try some really interesting and uniquely Alaskan flavors.
- Light snacks are provided, but a solid meal beforehand (or at our first stop Devils Club Brewing) is recommended.
More Juneau Rainy-day activities:
- Visit the Alaska State Museum
- Take a short hike through the rainforest!
- Grab coffee or brunch at a local cafe
- Browse local art
- Learn about Southeast Alaska’s native heritage