Summit Brewing Company Tour — St. Paul, Minnesota

Discover the Summit Brewing Company Tour in Minnesota

Located in St. Paul, Minnesota, the Summit Brewing Company Tour offers visitors a behind-the-scenes look at one of the Midwest’s most influential craft breweries. This guided experience takes guests inside an active production facility where classic and seasonal beers are brewed, fermented, packaged, and distributed throughout the region.

Why it’s special:
Summit Brewing Company helped define Minnesota’s modern craft beer scene. Visitors experience a true production brewery—larger than a neighborhood taproom—while learning how consistency, quality control, and tradition shape beers that have become regional staples.

History/Story of Summit Brewing Company

Summit Brewing Company was founded in 1986 by Mark Stutrud and quickly became one of Minnesota’s first modern craft breweries. Known for flagship beers like Summit Extra Pale Ale, the brewery played a key role in introducing craft beer to the Upper Midwest. Still independently owned, Summit continues to brew in St. Paul with a focus on balance, tradition, and innovation.

What You’ll See & Do on the Summit Brewing Company Tour

• Tour an active craft brewery and production floor

• Learn how malt, hops, yeast, and water are transformed into beer

• See brewhouse equipment, fermentation tanks, and packaging lines

• Understand quality control and recipe development

• Enjoy guided tastings of Summit Brewing Company beers

Hands-On Elements: Guided beer tastings and brewing explanations
Photo/Video Policy: Photography allowed in designated areas
Souvenirs & Extras: Taproom and shop offering beer, merchandise, and branded glassware

Pricing of the Summit Brewing Company Tour

Brewery tours are free of charge.
Beer samples are included for guests of legal drinking age.

Visiting information

Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
Format: Guided brewery tour with tasting
Schedule & Seasonality: Tours offered year-round on select days
Audience: Adults 21+, beer enthusiasts, tourists
Accessibility: Fully wheelchair accessible
Safety & Restrictions: Valid government-issued ID required; 21+ only
Languages: English
Group & School Visits: Limited group tours available by reservation
What to Bring/Wear: Comfortable closed-toe shoes; bring valid ID
Facilities: Taproom, restrooms, retail shop, parking
Closures & Downtime: Closed select holidays
Working hours: Friday 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Saturday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Nearby

• Mississippi River riverfront

• Downtown St. Paul

• Allianz Field

FAQs About Visiting Summit Brewing Company

Is Summit Brewing Company a working brewery?
Yes. Summit operates a full-scale production brewery in St. Paul.

Does the tour include beer tastings?
Yes. Free beer samples are included with the tour for guests 21 and over.

Do I need to reserve tickets in advance?
Advance reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.

Can I visit the taproom without taking a tour?
Yes. The taproom is open during regular hours without a tour ticket.

Is parking available on-site?
Yes. Free on-site parking is available for visitors.