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
February
MEDIUM
20-26°C
February continues the warm and humid conditions, with average high temperatures around 26°C and lows of 20°C. Rainfall is slightly higher than January, averaging 105.73mm over approximately 7 days.
February continues the warm and humid conditions, with average high temperatures around 26°C and lows of 20°C. Rainfall is slightly higher than January, averaging 105.73mm 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
February offers warm weather with moderate rainfall. With decreasing tourist numbers, it's a good time to visit with less crowded venues.
February offers warm weather with moderate rainfall. With decreasing tourist numbers, it's a good time to visit with less crowded venues.
March
LOW
19-25°C
March sees a slight cooling trend, with average high temperatures around 25°C and lows of 19°C. Rainfall increases, averaging 136.08mm over approximately 9 days.
March sees a slight cooling trend, with average high temperatures around 25°C and lows of 19°C. Rainfall increases, averaging 136.08mm over approximately 9 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
March offers comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds. However, increased rainfall may affect outdoor activities.
March offers comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds. However, increased rainfall may affect outdoor activities.
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.
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
