Starting at the Brewing Heritage Trail Sign at Findlay Market, this brewing history and architecture tour walks the western portion of the Brewery District, marveling at the many remaining 19th and early 20th century structures and sharing stories of those who built or doomed these brewing empires during beer's industrial revolution.

Tours include a visit into the subterranean lager cellars of the historic (non-operating) Jackson Brewery, as well as outdoor visitation to the Sohn/Mohawk Brewery, several Christian Moerlein sites, and the location of the Bellevue Incline. The Jackson Brewery cellars were excavated from the hillside under the brewery, so we enter from street level and there are no stairs to climb going in or out, making these cellars very accessible and the total walking distance of this tour is less than a mile.

At the tour conclusion, we stop in at a neighborhood taproom for a pint of local beer, included with each ticket!

Built on Beer Tour

Eat, drink, and be merry on our premiere 3-hour walking, cultural food tour of beautiful Mainstrasse Village located 5 minutes south of downtown Cincinnati on the banks of the Ohio River in Covington, Kentucky. Linger in the German village, soaking up the charm of European architecture, a glockenspiel, cobblestone streets and fountains. Indulge in local treats, such as Bavarian pretzels, beer cheese, chicken and waffles, pizza, a tasting of local craft beer and much more!
We promise you won't leave hungry! It's the perfect combination of dining in a charming and memorable setting with your own professional guide.Food servings are ample and equivalent to more than a meal.  This is an easy walking tour.
(Please note: Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate nut or food allergies, low carb, diabetes, gluten free, vegan or lactose free dietary restrictions).

Mainstrasse Village Food Tour in Covington KY

Food, culture, and history! It's all at Findlay Market! Findlay Market has been at the heart of the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood since 1852. See why this municipal market is now Cincinnati's most popular gathering place and the favorite destination for food lovers. Taste your way around the market during a 90-minute guided tour while you meet several market merchants and enjoy five samples. Tour also available for private groups. 

Cincinnati's Original Findlay Market Tour With Tastings

Discover the people and places that made brewing a cornerstone of the Queen City's history with a guided tour of our unique historical trail, featuring art installations and historical signage along the way! Beginning at the Hop On Trail Sign at Findlay Market, we follow the Brewing Heritage Trail along the eastern portion of the Brewery District, sharing stories of the workers, brewmasters, and beer barons from the 19th and early 20th century. Experience the places they worked, learn the dangers they faced, and the empires they built by producing America's best brews. 

Tours include a visit into the subterranean lagering cellars of the historic (non-operating) Schmidt Brothers/Crown Brewery, as well as outdoor visits to historic Hudepohl and Kauffman Brewery structures, and concludes with a pint of beer at Findlay Market. Those joining us in the underground cellar will need to be able to traverse a series of stairs leading in and out, but all guests have the option to remain topside.

Brewers & Barons Trail Tour

This is your shortcut to Cincinnati's best bourbon, beer, and wine stops—no map, no stress, no risk — and this tour raises a glass to where it all began.

From streetcar to sip, we show you the best bourbon, beer, and wine—and keep it safe, fun, and affordable. 

A truly great tour is about more than just food or drink—it's about the experience. The Cincy Bourbon, Beer & Wine Tour is a streetcar tour unlike any other downtown tour.

Unlike other companies that require booking a private tour, our public tours make it easy to enjoy all three spirits in one seamless experience.. Simply choose a date and join the fun.

Just as bourbon has grown far beyond Kentucky, Cincinnati is proudly sharing the story of its high-quality distilled spirits. At Riverside Food Tours, we believe a spirits tour should be more than hopping from place to place.

Our experience blends education, storytelling, and fun, so you leave with a deeper appreciation for Cincinnati's small local businesses.

Cincy Bourbon, Beer and Wine Streetcar Tour

The Cincinnati Streetcar is an easy way to travel from Findlay Market to the Central Business District. This comfortable, modern streetcar follows a route close to most major downtown attractions, and our tour allows guests to experience some of the locally-owned restaurants along the line. Our combination of local history, good food, and small groups makes this the perfect introduction to any Cincinnati experience. Tour also available for private groups.

Beer & Brewery Tours in Cincinnati

Built on Beer Tour

Mainstrasse Village Food Tour in Covington KY

Cincinnati's Original Findlay Market Tour With Tastings

Brewers & Barons Trail Tour

Cincy Bourbon, Beer and Wine Streetcar Tour

Cincinnati Streetcar Tour