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Day Trips from Bloomington: Breweries & Craft Beer

The best breweries and craft beer destinations within driving distance of Bloomington, IN. Taprooms, brewery tours, and beer gardens that are worth the drive. Real ratings, drive times, and booking links included.

12 breweries near Bloomington

Tarnished Hollow Brewing Co., Elwood, IN 46036

Tarnished Hollow Brewing Co.

Elwood, IN 46036

Just 1 hr 44 min from Bloomington, rated 4.9 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.

1 hr 44 min4.9 (27)Food & Wine$25 - $75

Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.

Butchertown Brewing, Louisville, KY 40206

Butchertown Brewing

Louisville, KY 40206

Just 1 hr 54 min from Bloomington, rated 4.9 stars by 101 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.

1 hr 54 min4.9 (101)Food & Wine$25 - $75

Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.

Myriad Brewing Company - Newburgh Taproom, Newburgh, IN 47630

Myriad Brewing Company - Newburgh Taproom

Newburgh, IN 47630

Just 1 hr 51 min from Bloomington, rated 4.9 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.

1 hr 51 min4.9 (61)Food & Wine$25 - $75

Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.

Guggman Haus Brewing Co. 46th Street Taproom, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Guggman Haus Brewing Co. 46th Street Taproom

Indianapolis, IN 46205

Just 1 hr 10 min from Bloomington, rated 4.9 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.

1 hr 10 min4.9 (35)Food & Wine$25 - $75

Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.

Herrmann Brewthers Bierwerks, Indianapolis, IN 46231

Herrmann Brewthers Bierwerks

Indianapolis, IN 46231

Just 57 min from Bloomington, rated 4.9 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.

57 min4.9 (64)Food & Wine$25 - $75

Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.

Afterburner Brewing Company, Terre Haute, IN 47807

Afterburner Brewing Company

Terre Haute, IN 47807

Just 1 hr 20 min from Bloomington, rated 4.9 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.

1 hr 20 min4.9 (93)Food & Wine$25 - $75

Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.

Kismetic Beer Company, Indianapolis, IN 46201

Kismetic Beer Company

Indianapolis, IN 46201

Just 59 min from Bloomington, rated 4.9 stars by 223 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.

59 min4.9 (223)Food & Wine$25 - $75

Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.

Creek Bottom Brewery, Oldenburg, IN 47036

Creek Bottom Brewery

Oldenburg, IN 47036

Just 1 hr 46 min from Bloomington, rated 4.9 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.

1 hr 46 min4.9 (49)Food & Wine$25 - $75

Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.

West Sixth NuLu, Louisville, KY 40206

West Sixth NuLu

Louisville, KY 40206

Just 1 hr 54 min from Bloomington, rated 4.8 stars by 269 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.

1 hr 54 min4.8 (269)Food & Wine$25 - $75

Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.

Atrium Brewing - Norton Commons, Prospect, KY 40059

Atrium Brewing - Norton Commons

Prospect, KY 40059

Just 2 hrs from Bloomington, rated 4.8 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.

2 hrs4.8 (48)Food & Wine$25 - $75

Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.

Bier Brewery & Tap Room, Indianapolis, IN 46220

Bier Brewery & Tap Room

Indianapolis, IN 46220

Just 1 hr 10 min from Bloomington, rated 4.7 stars by 221 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.

1 hr 10 min4.7 (221)Food & Wine$25 - $75

Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.

Fountain Square Brew Co., Indianapolis, IN 46203

Fountain Square Brew Co.

Indianapolis, IN 46203

Just 58 min from Bloomington, rated 4.7 stars by 264 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.

58 min4.7 (264)Food & Wine$25 - $75

Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.

Frequently Asked Questions About Breweries Day Trips from Bloomington

What are the best breweries near Bloomington, IN?

The best breweries near Bloomington include craft taprooms, production breweries with tours, and beer gardens with food. Check the cards above for top-rated spots with drive times and direct links.

Are there brewery tours near Bloomington?

Yes. Many breweries near Bloomington offer guided tours of their production facilities, often including tastings. Use the "Book Activities" button to find organized brewery tour packages that include transportation.

Can I visit multiple breweries in one day trip from Bloomington?

Absolutely. Several brewery regions near Bloomington have multiple taprooms within walking distance or a short drive of each other. Plan a designated driver or book a guided beer tour for the safest multi-stop experience.

What is the best time to visit breweries near Bloomington?

Breweries are great year-round. Summer and fall weekends are busiest, especially at spots with outdoor seating or beer gardens. Weekday visits mean less crowding and more time chatting with brewers.

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