Day Trips from Champaign
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The best breweries and craft beer destinations within driving distance of Champaign, IL. Taprooms, brewery tours, and beer gardens that are worth the drive. Real ratings, drive times, and booking links included.
12 breweries near Champaign
Herrmann Brewthers Bierwerks
Indianapolis, IN 46231
Just 1 hr 51 min from Champaign, rated 4.9 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
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
Just 1 hr 35 min from Champaign, rated 4.9 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
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
Just 2 hrs 1 min from Champaign, rated 4.9 stars by 223 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Emancipation Brewing Company
Fairbury, IL 61739
Just 1 hr 8 min from Champaign, rated 4.9 stars by 136 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Cypress Grove Brewing
Assumption, IL 62510
Just 1 hr 13 min from Champaign, rated 4.9 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Big Thorn Farm & Brewery
Georgetown, IL 61846
Just 53 min from Champaign, rated 4.9 stars by 129 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
White Oak Brewing
Normal, IL 61761
Just 54 min from Champaign, rated 4.8 stars by 195 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Hop District Community Brewing Co.
La Grange Park, IL 60526
Just 2 hrs 9 min from Champaign, rated 4.8 stars by 111 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Hop Butcher For The World
Chicago, IL 60618
Just 2 hrs 22 min from Champaign, rated 4.8 stars by 206 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Harbor Brewing Company
Lake Villa, IL 60046
Just 2 hrs 56 min from Champaign, rated 4.8 stars by 161 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Goose Island Taproom
Chicago, IL 60612
Just 2 hrs 11 min from Champaign, rated 4.8 stars by 1,152 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Lake Effect Brewing Company
Chicago, IL 60618
Just 2 hrs 16 min from Champaign, rated 4.8 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
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 Champaign
What are the best breweries near Champaign, IL?
The best breweries near Champaign 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 Champaign?
Yes. Many breweries near Champaign 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 Champaign?
Absolutely. Several brewery regions near Champaign 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 Champaign?
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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