Maryland and Virginia have become some of the best places for craft beer lovers. Both states have great brewery communities spread across cities, suburbs and rural areas that many people in the region have never fully explored. The challenge with a brewery tour is the same as a wine tour. You are there to enjoy drinks, but someone has to drive or keep booking rideshares between stops. That means at least one person in the group cannot fully enjoy the tour.
A limo booking solves all these problems in one decision. Everyone in the group can enjoy every stop fully without any stress about driving, parking, or rideshare delays. Your limo picks you up from home and takes you to your first brewery. It waits outside and whenever you want to move to the next stop, your chauffeur and limo are ready for you. After the tour is over your chauffeur takes you back home safely. No extra stress, no ride cancellation issues, just a comfortable vehicle for group transportation and enjoyment.
This guide covers the best brewery destinations in Maryland and Virginia, how to plan your tour and everything you need to know before you book.
Best Brewery Destinations in Maryland
Frederick, Maryland
Frederick is the best city for a Maryland brewery tour. In the downtown area there are some excellent breweries located close to each other. It is an ideal place for a group tour where you park your limo on the side and walk to explore all the breweries on foot.
Flying Dog Brewery
Flying Dog is one of Maryland’s more well known breweries that is known nationally. The raging Bitch IPA and Goldfish Pale Ale are here’s most famous beers. People visit here:
- Bold beer selections
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Outdoor seating
- Special tasting events
Steinhardt Brewing Company
This brewery is famous because it has a welcoming environment and creates a brewery with a local style. Most common beers here are IPAs, lagers, stouts, wheat beers and seasonal releases. People visit here for:
- Small-batch craft beers
- IPAs, lagers, and stouts
- Seasonal beer selections
- Relaxed taproom atmosphere
- Community events and gatherings
- Freshly brewed local flavors
Baltimore Area
Guinness Open Gate Brewery
It is located in Halethorpe, Maryland, and it is one of the most visited breweries here. It has a history of about 260+ years and has more than 20 breweries available for visitors to try. People visit here:
- Spacious beer garden
- Seasonal beer releases
- Brewery tours
- Large indoor taproom
Heavy Seas Beer
It is one of Maryland’s best breweries and has been producing beer for over 25 years. It is also located in Halethorpe near Baltimore. The taprooms offer tours and a wide selection of their nautical themed beer collection. The Loose Cannon IPA is their most famous beer.
- Bold craft beers
- Popular IPAs and ales
- Seasonal beer releases
- Brewery tours
- Spacious taproom
- Special tasting events
Best Brewery Destinations in Virginia
Port City Brewing Company
Post City is the gold standard of Northern Virginia craft beer. Their Optimal Wit, Essential Pale Ale and Monumental IPA are consistent award winners. The Alexandra taproom is large and gives you a full tour of the brewery if you want. People visit here for:
- Award-winning craft beers
- IPAs, lagers and porters
- Seasonal beer selections
- Spacious tasting room
- Brewery tours
- Community events and gatherings
Old Ox Brewery
Old Ox Brewery is located in Ashburn, Virginia and it is a favorite stop for most of the craft beer lovers. The reasons why it is famous are:
- Family-friendly atmosphere
- Indoor and outdoor seating
- Seasonal releases
- Food truck events
Pale Fire Brewing
Pale Fire Brewing is a well-known craft brewery in Virginia, located in Harrisonburg. It is known for its creative brewing style and wide variety of beers. The hoppy beers that are produced here are the best on the list at the national level. People visit here for:
- Creative craft beers
- IPAs and pale ales
- Seasonal beer releases
- Relaxed taproatmosphere
- Live music events
- Indoor and outdoor seating
Planning Your Brewery Tour by Limo
Choose Your Region First
Maryland and Virginia are both large states and cannot be covered in one day if you really want to explore each brewery properly. Pick one region and build your tour around it. If you want to start a tour from DC then the Northern Virginia region is perfect for your brewery trip. Frederick, Maryland is also at the same distance in the other direction.
How Many Breweries Should You Visit?
Three to five brewery tours is a comfortable range for a brewery tour day. You can visit more than five but cannot properly enjoy each one because the distance between breweries is large plus you get tired instead of getting relaxed by a trip. Choose carefully about the region and then the most suitable breweries that are not just good but also near to each other.
Add a Food Stop
Beer tasting without food is a bad idea for a full day. Most breweries listed above have food menus but if you have other plans like having lunch or dinner in a rooftop restaurant or waterfront restaurant then add a stop for food in your schedule.
Sample Tour Itineraries
Northern Virginia Half-Day Tour:
| Time | Stop |
| 11:00 AM | Port City Brewing, Alexandria |
| 12:30 PM | Lunch in Old Town Alexandria |
| 2:00 PM | Caboose Brewing, Vienna |
| 3:30 PM | Old Ox Brewery, Ashburn |
| 5:00 PM | Return to DC |
Frederick Maryland Full-Day Tour:
| Time | Stop |
| 10:30 AM | Flying Dog Brewery |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch in downtown Frederick |
| 1:30 PM | Idiom Brewing |
| 3:00 PM | Attaboy Beer |
| 4:30 PM | Optional fourth stop |
| 5:30 PM | Return to DC |
FAQs
How far are Maryland and Virginia breweries from Washington DC?
Northern Virginia breweries like Port City in Alexandria are 10 to 15 miles from DC. Frederick, Maryland is about 50 miles. Shenandoah Valley breweries near Harrisonburg are about 120 miles.
Do Maryland and Virginia breweries require reservations?
Most Maryland and Virginia breweries do not require reservations for standard visits, but a reservation is recommended for groups of eight or more people, especially on weekends.
How many breweries can you realistically visit in one day?
Three to five is the comfortable range for a full day. Three gives you proper time at each stop. Five is possible with efficient timing.
Is a brewery limo tour appropriate for a birthday or celebration?
Absolutely. Brewery tours are one of the most popular formats for birthday celebrations, bachelor parties and group outings in the DC area. The combination of interesting destinations and a luxury limo makes for a memorable day.
Can we bring the purchased beer home in the limo?
Yes. But let your car service know in advance if you plan to buy bottles or cans so they can confirm cargo space. Most vehicles have enough space for a few cases with passenger luggage.
Book Your Brewery Tour with AA Limousine and Sedan
AA Limousine and Sedan offers professional brewery tour transportation throughout Maryland and Virginia. Our drivers know the routes to major breweries in Virginia. They handle all problems related to logistics so you do not need to take any stress about navigation, driving and parking. You and your group just sit in a comfortable limousine and enjoy the travel as well as the breweries.
Our fleet for group travel includes Lincoln Stretch Limousine, Stretched Hummer Limousine and party buses. All these vehicles are the latest model and well maintained. They are cleaned, sanitized and inspected properly before every pickup. Our team plans the route of every trip by considering traffic on roads and peak hour traffic patterns so that you always arrive at your destination on time.
Reserve your brewery tour limo in Maryland or Virginia with AA Limousine and Sedan and enjoy the day without worrying about driving.