Built on Beer Tour

Cincinnati has a rich brewing history where crafting high quality beer was considered an art form. The buildings that housed these breweries were designed to reflect this passion, combining functionality with architectural elegance. On this tour, guests will explore the evolution of the brewing industry by examining the size, complexity, and grandeur of the city’s historic brewery sites. Beginning at the Brewing Heritage Trail’s Hop On sign at Findlay Market, we walk through the western portion of the Brewery District, taking in the many remaining 19th and early 20th century structures. Along the way, stories of the entrepreneurs, workers, and industrial shifts that shaped these brewing empires bring the city’s beer history to life.

Tours include a visit into the extensive subterranean lager cellars of the historic Jackson Brewery, which are easily accessible from street level with no stairs. Guests will also explore outdoor sites including the Sohn Mohawk Brewery, several Christian Moerlein locations, and the Bellevue Incline. The total walking distance for this tour is less than a mile, making it suitable for most visitors. This experience provides a unique opportunity to step inside historic breweries, admire the craftsmanship of their construction, and gain insight into Cincinnati’s role in the industrial revolution of beer production.