Palmetto Brewing Company Tour — Charleston, South Carolina

Discover the Palmetto Brewing Company Tour in South Carolina

Located in downtown Charleston, South Carolina, the Palmetto Brewing Company Tour offers visitors a behind-the-scenes look at one of the state’s oldest craft breweries. This guided experience takes guests inside a working brewery housed in a historic trolley barn, where beer is brewed in small batches and served fresh in the taproom.

Why it’s special:
Palmetto Brewing Company is Charleston’s first modern craft brewery. Brewing inside a historic building gives visitors a rare combination of industrial heritage and contemporary craft brewing, all in the heart of the city’s Upper Peninsula neighborhood.

History/Story of Palmetto Brewing Company

Founded in 1993, Palmetto Brewing Company helped launch South Carolina’s modern craft beer movement. The brewery originally operated in a former firehouse before moving to its current location in a renovated early-20th-century trolley barn. Today, Palmetto remains independently owned and continues to brew beer on-site while serving as a neighborhood gathering place.

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

• Tour an active craft brewery in a historic trolley barn

• Learn how beer is brewed, fermented, and packaged

• See brewhouse equipment and fermentation tanks

• Hear about the brewery’s role in Charleston’s craft beer history

• Enjoy beer tastings in the taproom

Hands-On Elements: Guided tastings and brewing discussions
Photo/Video Policy: Photography allowed throughout public areas
Souvenirs & Extras: Taproom and retail area offering beer-to-go and branded merchandise

Pricing of the Palmetto Brewing Company Tour

Brewery tours are free or low-cost, depending on availability.
Typical pricing ranges $0–$10, with tastings often included.

Visiting information

Duration: Approximately 45–60 minutes
Format: Guided brewery tour with tasting
Schedule & Seasonality: Tours offered on select days; schedule may vary
Audience: Adults 21+, beer enthusiasts, tourists
Accessibility: Fully wheelchair accessible public areas
Safety & Restrictions: Valid government-issued ID required for tastings
Languages: English
Group & Private Visits: Group tours available by advance arrangement
What to Bring/Wear: Closed-toe shoes recommended; bring valid ID
Facilities: Taproom, restrooms, retail area, street parking nearby
Closures & Downtime: Tours may pause during busy taproom hours
Working hours:

• Monday–Thursday: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

• Friday: 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM

• Saturday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM

• Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Nearby

• Upper Peninsula neighborhood

• Charleston City Market

• Downtown Charleston historic district

FAQs About Visiting Palmetto Brewing Company

Is Palmetto Brewing Company a working brewery?
Yes. Beer is brewed on-site in downtown Charleston.

Do tours include beer tastings?
Most tours include tastings for guests 21 and over.

Do I need to book tours in advance?
Advance booking is recommended, especially for groups.

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

Is this a good stop for a brewery crawl?
Yes. Palmetto’s downtown location makes it popular for brewery crawls.