Day Trips from Charlottesville
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The best breweries and craft beer destinations within driving distance of Charlottesville, VA. Taprooms, brewery tours, and beer gardens that are worth the drive. Real ratings, drive times, and booking links included.
12 breweries near Charlottesville
The Brewery at Hopkins Ordinary
Sperryville, VA 22740
Just 1 hr 7 min from Charlottesville, rated 5.0 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.
Spruceberry Farm Brewing Company
Cumberland, VA 23040
Just 1 hr 11 min from Charlottesville, rated 5.0 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.
Timber Waters Brewery
Littleton, NC 27850
Just 2 hrs 42 min from Charlottesville, rated 4.9 stars by 141 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.
Coal Ridge Brewery
Stanley, VA 22851
Just 1 hr 17 min from Charlottesville, 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.
City Brew Tours - DC
Washington, DC 20004
Just 2 hrs 21 min from Charlottesville, rated 4.9 stars by 150 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.
The Alpine Goat Brewery
Weyers Cave, VA 24486
Just 53 min from Charlottesville, rated 4.8 stars by 107 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.
Richbrau Brewing
Richmond, VA 23223
Just 1 hr 9 min from Charlottesville, rated 4.8 stars by 254 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.
The Winery At Rapidan / WAR Craft Brewery Cidery Distillery
Rapidan, VA 22733
Just 53 min from Charlottesville, 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.
Barking Rose Brewing Company + Farm
Warrenton, VA 20186
Just 1 hr 20 min from Charlottesville, rated 4.7 stars by 126 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.
Old Bust Head Brewing Company
New Baltimore, VA 20187
Just 1 hr 33 min from Charlottesville, rated 4.7 stars by 487 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.
Audacious Aleworks Brewery
Falls Church, VA 22046
Just 2 hrs 6 min from Charlottesville, rated 4.7 stars by 309 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.
Dirt Farm Brewing
Bluemont, VA 20135
Just 2 hrs 9 min from Charlottesville, rated 4.7 stars by 973 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Breweries Day Trips from Charlottesville
What are the best breweries near Charlottesville, VA?
The best breweries near Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville?
Yes. Many breweries near Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville?
Absolutely. Several brewery regions near Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville?
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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