A behind-the-scenes Playa del Carmen brewery tour with craft beer tasting, street tacos, and a cold beer at a local taquería..
Discover a different side of Playa del Carmen on this brewery and tacos experience. Tour a local craft brewery, learn how the beer is made from start to finish, and taste two craft beers — then head to a neighborhood taquería for street tacos and one more cold beer, just like the locals do.
Tour Details
Price
Starting at MX$890 per person.
When Can I Go
Fridays
Duration
2 hours – Depart: 5 PM
Meeting/End Location
Chela de Playa Brewery. E Nte. 17, Mundo Hábitat, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R.
Group Size
Minimum 4 guests
Highlights:
- Complete guided explanation of the brewing process
- Visit a real local brewery in Playa del Carmen
- Learn how beer is brewed, fermented, canned, and prepared for distribution
- Tasting of 2 craft beers
- Street tacos at a local neighborhood taquería
- One national beer included at the taquería
What’s Included
- Guided brewery tour
- Full explanation of the beer-making process
- Tasting of 2 craft beers at the brewery
- Street tacos at a local taquería
- One national beer at the taquería
What’s Not Included
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
- Gratuities.
Important Notes
- Guests must be of legal drinking age to participate in the beer tasting.
- The beers offered during the tasting may vary depending on availability.
Cancellation Policy
- With Trip Protection: Cancel up to 1 hour prior to departure for a full refund.
- Without Trip Protection: Cancel or reschedule up to 48 hours prior to departure.
Important…
Our tours and packages regularly sell out year-round. To get your preferred dates and to avoid missing out, we highly recommend booking as soon as possible.
Tour Overview & Highlights
Behind the Scenes of Playa del Carmen Craft Beer
Learn the Full Beer-Making Process
Your guide will walk you through each stage of production, including brewing, fermentation, conditioning, canning, and preparation for distribution. It is a clear, engaging introduction to how craft beer is made, designed for both casual drinkers and dedicated beer fans.
Enjoy a Guided Craft Beer Tasting
The experience ends with a tasting of two Chela de Playa beers. As you taste, you will also learn about each beer’s style, flavor profile, and character, turning the visit into both a brewery tour and a compact craft beer tasting in Playa del Carmen.
A Local Experience Beyond the Tourist Circuit
For travelers looking for authentic things to do in Playa del Carmen, this brewery experience offers something different: local production, local flavor, and a closer connection to the city’s independent craft beer scene.
End the Night Like a Local
After the brewery, the experience continues at a neighborhood taquería where the real Playa del Carmen comes alive. Sit down for street tacos and a cold national beer in a spot locals actually love — no tourist traps, just good food, good beer, and good company.
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Cancellation Policy
With Trip Protection
Our highly recommended Trip Protection allows you to cancel or reschedule your tour at any time – for any reason – up to 1 hour prior to trip departure. You will be reimbursed for the FULL amount of each ticket, less the cost of trip protection and processing fees. You may opt in or opt out of Trip Protection (+15%) at the time of booking, either online or over the phone.
Without Trip Protection
You may cancel or reschedule your tour up to 48 hours before your tour’s scheduled departure to avoid fees or penalties. Refunds are not possible within 48 hours of your tour’s departure time, however, we will make every effort to accommodate rescheduling your booking to another date, if you so desire.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the price of the tour include the food and drinks?
Yes, the price you pay for any of our tours includes the food & beverages we offer you during the experience.
Are there vegetarian options?
Yes, we have vegetarian options on all of our tours. Please let us know in advance of any dietary requirements.
Are there gluten-free options?
Yes, we offer gluten-free options on the majority of our tours. Please inform us in advance of any dietary requirements so we can accommodate your needs.
Are there vegan options?
We currently do not have vegan options on our tours in general. However, we do offer dedicated vegan tours in Playa del Carmen and Tulum, where you can enjoy a variety of delicious plant-based dishes. For our other tours, we are unable to accommodate vegan diets at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope you will join us on our vegan tours for a wonderful experience!
How long is the tour?
Our tours normally last from 2.5 to 3.5 hours depending on the size and the pace of the group.
How far will we be walking during the tour?
The average total walking distance in our tours is about 1 mile (1.6 kilometers). This includes the stops we will make to eat and drink, which will give you the chance to rest from one spot to another.
What do I need to bring to the tour?
We recommend bringing:
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Comfortable clothing and walking shoes
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Hat or cap
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Sunscreen
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A reusable water bottle or thermos, especially during the summer months
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Some extra cash, for optional purchases such as additional drinks, restroom access, or small local expenses
Staying hydrated is essential, particularly in warm weather. Bringing a reusable bottle and some cash will help you stay comfortable throughout the experience.
Do you offer water / drinks during the tour?
Yes. Each guest receives one 500 ml (16 oz) bottle of water at the beginning of the tour.
We also include one stop with fresh juices or traditional flavored waters as part of the experience.
Any additional drinks or liquids beyond what is included can be purchased during the tour if desired.
Are restrooms available during the tour?
In most cases, restrooms are available at the locations we visit.
However, there may be moments during the tour when restrooms are not immediately accessible. In those situations, we may need to stop at a nearby location where restroom access requires a small fee, which is not included and must be paid by the guest.
This is another reason we recommend bringing a small amount of cash.
Do you cancel the tour if it rains?
Our tours are held rain or shine. We only cancel a tour if the government suspends all activities in the area due to, for example, a hurricane or any other threat.
