Visit New Zealand’s iconic Monteith’s Brewery
Greymouth, New Zealand • 
Must Do
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
12°C – 17°C, january in greymouth features pleasant summer weather with average temperatures ranging from 12, high crowds, peak season
12°C – 17°C, january in greymouth features pleasant summer weather with average temperatures ranging from 12, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair accessible; walking required; flat terrain.
Wheelchair accessible; walking required; flat terrain.
Value for money
Medium
Good experience, but prices could be a little lower.
Good experience, but prices could be a little lower.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Perfect Date
Couples loved the brewery tour! Great beer, good food, romantic atmosphere.
Brewery Delight
Informative tour and beer tasting. A must-do for couples visiting Greymouth!
Great Tasting
Visitors felt the beer tasting was excellent. Enjoyed the history and the beer.
Crowd Issues
Some couples found it crowded during peak season. Book ahead to avoid issues.
Overpriced Drinks
A few felt the drinks were slightly overpriced. Consider a tasting tray.
Lacking Privacy
Some couples felt the tour lacked privacy. Not the most intimate experience.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
In-depth experience
May contain spoilers
Watch curated videos from fellow travellers for a glimpse of what to expect.
Join a sampling session of signature brews at Monteith's Brewery
Discover the brewery’s heritage and evolution through guided tours
Explore behind-the-scenes brewing processes at Monteith's Brewery
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
December
HIGH
11-16°C
Warm temperatures with significant rainfall.
Warm temperatures with significant rainfall.
Open
Advance booking recommended due to high demand.
Advance booking recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
December marks the start of summer and the peak tourist season in Greymouth. Warm temperatures are accompanied by significant rainfall. Monteith's Brewery experiences high visitor numbers, so advance booking is recommended to ensure availability.
December marks the start of summer and the peak tourist season in Greymouth. Warm temperatures are accompanied by significant rainfall. Monteith's Brewery experiences high visitor numbers, so advance booking is recommended to ensure availability.
January
HIGH
12-17°C
January in Greymouth features pleasant summer weather with average temperatures ranging from 12.3°C to 17.1°C. The month experiences approximately 17mm of rainfall over about 5.2 days, making it relatively dry compared to other months.
January in Greymouth features pleasant summer weather with average temperatures ranging from 12.3°C to 17.1°C. The month experiences approximately 17mm of rainfall over about 5.2 days, making it relatively dry compared to other months.
Open
Due to high demand, it's advisable to book tours and accommodations in advance.
Due to high demand, it's advisable to book tours and accommodations in advance.
Recommended
January offers warm temperatures and longer daylight hours, making it an excellent time to visit Monteith's Brewery. However, expect larger crowds and higher prices. Booking in advance is recommended to secure your spot.
January offers warm temperatures and longer daylight hours, making it an excellent time to visit Monteith's Brewery. However, expect larger crowds and higher prices. Booking in advance is recommended to secure your spot.
February
MEDIUM
13-18°C
February continues the summer season with temperatures between 12.5°C and 17.6°C. Rainfall is slightly lower than January, averaging 14mm over approximately 3.5 days.
February continues the summer season with temperatures between 12.5°C and 17.6°C. Rainfall is slightly lower than January, averaging 14mm over approximately 3.5 days.
Open
Advance bookings are still recommended due to ongoing high demand.
Advance bookings are still recommended due to ongoing high demand.
Recommended
February offers favorable weather conditions with slightly fewer crowds than January. It's a good time to visit Monteith's Brewery, but early reservations are advisable.
February offers favorable weather conditions with slightly fewer crowds than January. It's a good time to visit Monteith's Brewery, but early reservations are advisable.
March
MEDIUM
12-17°C
March marks the beginning of autumn with temperatures ranging from 11.7°C to 16.8°C. Rainfall increases slightly, averaging 18mm over about 5.5 days.
March marks the beginning of autumn with temperatures ranging from 11.7°C to 16.8°C. Rainfall increases slightly, averaging 18mm over about 5.5 days.
Open
Availability is generally good, but it's still wise to check in advance.
Availability is generally good, but it's still wise to check in advance.
Recommended
March offers cooler temperatures and moderate crowds, providing a more relaxed experience at Monteith's Brewery. It's a suitable time for visitors seeking a balance between favorable weather and manageable crowd sizes.
March offers cooler temperatures and moderate crowds, providing a more relaxed experience at Monteith's Brewery. It's a suitable time for visitors seeking a balance between favorable weather and manageable crowd sizes.
How to get there
Taxi
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Bus
Car
Train
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
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required