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 β€” 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:

🍺 Clouds Brewing β€” 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 β€” Next, we β€œpedal” 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 β€” Midway through the afternoon, we stop at Flying Bull β€” 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.

Between each brewery, we'll stroll through Durham's neighborhoods sharing the stories behind the city's transformation β€” from its tobacco and textile roots to its rise as a nationally recognized food, arts, and culture destination.

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 β€” 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.