Durham’s Best Brewery Tour

Savor Each Sip

From IPAs to Sours to Lagers and everything in between, you’ll sip your way through Durham’s brewery scene while trying curated bites along the way.

Three breweries. Three flights. One unforgettable afternoon in the heart of the Bull City.

Drafts of the Bull is a guided walking tour through Durham, NC's thriving craft beer scene — where locally brewed pints, great food, and the stories behind one of the South's most storied cities come together for a two-hour experience you won't forget. Visit three of Durham's best breweries, enjoy a tasting flight and food pairings, and discover the history that shaped this remarkable city along the way.

Your stops (Trinity Neighborhood Tour):

🍺 Clouds Brewing — We kick things off at Clouds, where a rotating lineup of creative, approachable beers sets the tone. Known for their welcoming atmosphere and consistently excellent brews, it's the perfect place to ease into the afternoon. Their pretzel bites and pimento cheese add the perfect touch.

🍺 Crank Arm Brewing — Next, we “pedal” over to Crank Arm, Durham's cycling-inspired brewery where the passion for craft beer runs as deep as the love for two wheels. Expect bold, creative beers and a vibe as unique as the Bull City itself.

🍺 Flying Bull Brewing — Midway through the afternoon, we stop at Flying Bull — a Durham original that embodies everything great about the local craft beer movement. Great beer, great people, and a story worth hearing. A special surprise here on your flight board - a cocktail tasting of one of their signature pours. The loaded tots are a welcome addition to this stop.

Tour details:

  • Duration: Approx. 2 hours (1-3pm), Saturdays and Sundays

  • Cost: $89

  • Group size: Up to 15 guests

  • Includes: Tasting flight + food pairings at our stops

  • Style: Relaxed walking tour — stops are close together and the pace is easy

Your stops (Downtown North Tour):

🍺 DSSOLVR — We kick things off here and things can get a little surreal. Asheville favorite DSSOLVR brought its psychedelic, art-filled taproom to the Bull City, and it's unlike anywhere else in town. From crisp lagers to wildly inventive fruited sours, every pour pushes the boundaries of what beer can be. Keep an eye out for the local artwork lining the walls — it's part of the experience.

🍺 Crank Arm Brewing — Next, we “pedal” over to Crank Arm, Durham's cycling-inspired brewery where the passion for craft beer runs as deep as the love for two wheels. Expect bold, creative beers and a vibe as unique as the Bull City itself.

🍺 Atomic Clock — We end things at Atomic Clock, where precision meets creativity. Founded by a brother-sister duo, this Warehouse District gem pairs meticulously crafted lagers and IPAs with one of the best brewery kitchens in Durham. The garlic fries with black garlic aioli and flaky empanadas are the perfect way to start the afternoon right.

Tour details:

  • Duration: Approx. 2 hours (2-4pm), Thursdays and Fridays

  • Cost: $89

  • Group size: Up to 15 guests

  • Includes: Tasting flight + food pairings at our stops

  • Style: Relaxed walking tour — stops are close together and the pace is easy

Whether you're a craft beer enthusiast, a Durham history buff, or just looking for a great afternoon out, Drafts of the Bull is the best way to taste everything the Bull City has to offer.