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Grand Rapids is celebrating 10 years as Beer City USA in 2022. Since winning that title in a nationwide poll, the city has won a bevy of additional ale accolades – including USA Today nods for America’s Best Beer City (2023, 2022 & 2021), Best Beer Scene (2017) and Best Beer Town (2014).
Quantity and quality make Grand Rapids the top choice of beer lovers. There are more than 40 craft breweries within a 30-minute drive and each of them produces a distinctly delicious lineup of liquid bliss. Scroll down for everything you need to plan your beercation!
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Make your Beer City beercation even more special with a behind-the-scenes look at some of the area’s finest craft breweries. Take a guided tour of multiple breweries to compare the handiwork of different brewmasters. Charter a party bike or trolley for a fun-filled group excursion. Or use the Beer City Ale Trail map to plot your own course among our 40+ breweries.
Explore the options below to determine your preferred touring method(s) – and consider booking a Hotel Beer Package to give yourself more time to try more beer!
Check out these stories (and the videos at the bottom of this page) to discover more fascinating takes on Beer City and its breweries.
Experience Grand Rapids with these Beer City Hotel Package options that include additional amenities, beer specials and other beercation fun!
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