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Boston Brewery Tour Bus & Sprinter Van Rental
Boston's best taprooms are spread from the Seaport to Everett, Canton and East Boston, too far apart for a walking crawl and too many stops for rideshares. Book a private van or mini coach, pick your breweries, and nobody has to be the designated driver.
- Only RydScore 80+ operators
- Operator and USDOT number on every quote
- Free quote, no obligation
- Best for
- Birthdays, team outings, bachelor and bachelorette parties
- Group size
- 8–14 in a Sprinter, up to 38 in a mini coach
- Typical length
- 4–5 hours, 3 or 4 stops
- Book ahead
- Weekends in spring and fall fill first
How a Boston brewery tour works
- Pick 3 or 4 stops close together. Pairing nearby taprooms keeps more time for tasting. Good clusters: the Seaport and Fort Point (Harpoon, Trillium); East Boston and Everett (Downeast Cider House, Night Shift); Somerville (Aeronaut and neighbors); or a run south to Trillium's big Canton campus.
- Reserve tables for groups. Many taprooms ask groups of 10 or more to book ahead, and some limit large parties on Saturday nights. Check each brewery's group policy before you set the route.
- Your driver handles drop-offs and pickups. The van drops you at the door and waits nearby or loops back, so the group moves together and nobody is left behind at the last stop.
- Ask about drinks on board. Most operators don't allow open alcohol on the vehicle. If that matters to your group, mention it in your quote request so the operator can tell you their policy.
- Add a cider stop for non-beer drinkers. Downeast Cider House in East Boston is a crowd favorite and fits easily between Seaport and Everett stops.
Typical prices
| Vehicle | Seats | Total, gratuity included |
|---|---|---|
| Sprinter van | 8–14 passengers | $720–$1,030 |
| Mini coach | 24–38 passengers | $970–$1,560 |
| Motor coach | Up to 55 passengers | $1,100–$2,070 |
Typical totals for a 5-hour crawl, including 15–20% gratuity. Mini coaches and motor coaches have a 6-hour minimum. Based on our typical Boston rates; prices are estimates, not a binding quote. Your quote names the operator and confirms the exact price.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a brewery tour bus cost in Boston?
For a 5-hour crawl, a Sprinter van for up to 14 people typically runs about $720–$1,030 including gratuity, or roughly $50–$75 per person with a full van. Your quote confirms the exact price.
Which Boston breweries are best for a group tour?
Popular group stops include Harpoon in the Seaport, Trillium (Fort Point, Fenway and Canton), Night Shift in Everett, Downeast Cider House in East Boston, Sam Adams in Jamaica Plain, Aeronaut in Somerville and Idle Hands in Malden. Check each taproom's hours and group policy first.
Can we drink on the van?
That's up to the operator and state rules, and most don't allow open alcohol on board. Ask in your quote request and the operator will tell you their policy.
How many breweries can we visit?
Three or four stops fit comfortably in 4–5 hours with about an hour at each and short drives between.
Ready to plan your trip?
Tell us your date, pickup and group size. A vetted operator will send you a free quote, with their name and USDOT number on it.