Tour Foghorn Brewery and Distillery with tastings
Newcastle, Australia • INR 880 approx.• 
Underrated
UnderratedNewcastle, Australia
• INR 880Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Dec
20°C – 27°C, january in newcastle is warm and humid, with average high temperatures around 26, high crowds, peak season
20°C – 27°C, january in newcastle is warm and humid, with average high temperatures around 26, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Tour includes stairs and uneven surfaces; not suitable for wheelchairs.
Tour includes stairs and uneven surfaces; not suitable for wheelchairs.
Value for money
Medium
Mixed reviews, price seems fair for the experience.
Mixed reviews, price seems fair for the experience.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Fresh Brews
Couples loved the fresh beer and unique industrial atmosphere. Perfect for a date!
Great Ambiance
The warehouse setting provided a memorable backdrop for a relaxed afternoon. Highly recommend!
Informative Tour
Couples found the tour very interesting and the tastings were a great experience.
Inconsistent Service
Some couples reported the service was slow and not always attentive. Needs improvement.
Food Quality
A few couples mentioned the food quality was inconsistent. Not always up to par.
No Distillery
The 'distillery' aspect was missing. Just a brewery tour, a bit misleading.
Hours of operation
Monday
-
Tuesday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Friday
11:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
April
LOW
17-22°C
April marks the transition to autumn, with average high temperatures around 22°C and lows of 17°C. Rainfall averages 103.57mm over approximately 7 days.
April marks the transition to autumn, with average high temperatures around 22°C and lows of 17°C. Rainfall averages 103.57mm over approximately 7 days.
Open
Tours are available every Saturday at 2pm; private group tours can be arranged by appointment.
Tours are available every Saturday at 2pm; private group tours can be arranged by appointment.
Recommended
April offers mild temperatures and fewer crowds, making it an excellent time to visit. Some outdoor activities may be affected by rainfall.
April offers mild temperatures and fewer crowds, making it an excellent time to visit. Some outdoor activities may be affected by rainfall.
May
MEDIUM
14-19°C
May in Newcastle features mild temperatures with average highs around 19.4°C and lows near 13.6°C. Rainfall is moderate, averaging 45mm over approximately 12.8 days.
May in Newcastle features mild temperatures with average highs around 19.4°C and lows near 13.6°C. Rainfall is moderate, averaging 45mm over approximately 12.8 days.
Open
Tours are available every Saturday at 2pm; private group tours can be arranged by appointment.
Tours are available every Saturday at 2pm; private group tours can be arranged by appointment.
Recommended
May offers pleasant weather and moderate crowd levels, making it a suitable time to visit Foghorn Brewery and Distillery. It's advisable to book tours in advance due to limited availability.
May offers pleasant weather and moderate crowd levels, making it a suitable time to visit Foghorn Brewery and Distillery. It's advisable to book tours in advance due to limited availability.
June
LOW
12-17°C
June brings cooler temperatures with average highs around 17°C and lows near 12°C. Rainfall increases slightly, averaging 55mm over approximately 13 days.
June brings cooler temperatures with average highs around 17°C and lows near 12°C. Rainfall increases slightly, averaging 55mm over approximately 13 days.
Open
Tours are available every Saturday at 2pm; private group tours can be arranged by appointment.
Tours are available every Saturday at 2pm; private group tours can be arranged by appointment.
Recommended
June's cooler weather and lower crowd levels provide a comfortable environment for visiting Foghorn Brewery and Distillery. Booking tours in advance is recommended.
June's cooler weather and lower crowd levels provide a comfortable environment for visiting Foghorn Brewery and Distillery. Booking tours in advance is recommended.
July
LOW
11-16°C
July is the coldest month in Newcastle, with average highs of 16.3°C and lows of 10.8°C. Rainfall remains moderate, averaging 50mm over approximately 12 days.
July is the coldest month in Newcastle, with average highs of 16.3°C and lows of 10.8°C. Rainfall remains moderate, averaging 50mm over approximately 12 days.
Open
Tours are available every Saturday at 2pm; private group tours can be arranged by appointment.
Tours are available every Saturday at 2pm; private group tours can be arranged by appointment.
Recommended
Despite being the coldest month, July's moderate rainfall and low crowd levels make it a good time to visit Foghorn Brewery and Distillery. Advance booking for tours is advisable.
Despite being the coldest month, July's moderate rainfall and low crowd levels make it a good time to visit Foghorn Brewery and Distillery. Advance booking for tours is advisable.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Numerous bus routes service the area, with the nearest stop being "University House, King St", a one-minute walk away. Routes 11 and 13 stop near King Street.
Metro
Recommended
The Newcastle Light Rail (NLR) provides access, with the Crown Street Light Rail Station approximately 250 meters away (8-minute walk).
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber are readily available for door-to-door service.
Bike
Newcastle is bike-friendly, with bike parking on King Street and in Civic Park. The Foreshore bike path provides a scenic route.
Car
Driving is an option with access via the Pacific Highway (A1) and M1 Motorway. Street parking is available, but limited; off-street parking is nearby at Wilson Parking and Hunter Parking & Storage.
Walking
The brewery is centrally located and easily accessible on foot from the downtown area.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
