Day Trips from Harrisburg
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The best breweries and craft beer destinations within driving distance of Harrisburg, PA. Taprooms, brewery tours, and beer gardens that are worth the drive. Real ratings, drive times, and booking links included.
12 breweries near Harrisburg
Back Mountain Brewing Company
Dallas, PA 18612
Just 1 hr 58 min from Harrisburg, 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.
Chestnut Hill Brewing Company Taproom
Philadelphia, PA 19118
Just 1 hr 45 min from Harrisburg, rated 4.9 stars by 125 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.
City Brew Tours - DC
Washington, DC 20004
Just 2 hrs 10 min from Harrisburg, 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.
Pickett Brewing Company
Baltimore, MD 21230
Just 1 hr 29 min from Harrisburg, rated 4.9 stars by 180 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.
Pipe The Side Brewing Company
Hampstead, MD 21074
Just 1 hr 15 min from Harrisburg, 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.
Audacious Aleworks Brewery - Fairfax City
Fairfax, VA 22030
Just 2 hrs 8 min from Harrisburg, rated 4.9 stars by 310 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.
Silver Branch Rockville Beerworks
Derwood, MD 20855
Just 1 hr 49 min from Harrisburg, rated 4.9 stars by 114 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.
Susquehanna Brewing Co.
Pittston, PA 18640
Just 1 hr 52 min from Harrisburg, rated 4.8 stars by 302 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.
Bearded Lady Brewery
Elizabethville, PA 17023
Just 38 min from Harrisburg, 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.
Meyers Brewing Company
Philadelphia, PA 19125
Just 1 hr 53 min from Harrisburg, rated 4.8 stars by 114 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.
Pagoda City Brewhouse Taproom & Lounge
Reading, PA 19611
Just 1 hr 6 min from Harrisburg, 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.
Pilger Ruh Brewery & Taproom
Pottsville, PA 17901
Just 1 hr 4 min from Harrisburg, rated 4.8 stars by 114 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 Harrisburg
What are the best breweries near Harrisburg, PA?
The best breweries near Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg?
Yes. Many breweries near Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg?
Absolutely. Several brewery regions near Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg?
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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