Walk Sanford’s east side with a BJCP-certified judge, sampling beers at three local breweries while hearing the city’s prohibition-era stories. Compact groups and curated pours make this an approachable, 90–105 minute urban walk.
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You step off the brick sidewalk in downtown Sanford and the city moves around you: clinking glass from a nearby taproom, a warm gust off Lake Monroe, and the low hum of a rail line that once ferried celery and merchandise. The tour threads three of Sanford’s core breweries — a homebrew shop, an 18-bbl gastropub, and the town’s first microbrewery — while a BJCP-certified beer judge narrates stories of temperance, bootleggers and the local industry that earned the town the nickname Celery City.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires standing and walking short distances over flat urban terrain.
Wildlife
History
Sanford grew as a rail and agricultural hub in the late 1800s—especially celery farming—and saw a turbulent Prohibition-era scene that included local bootlegging and clandestine breweries.
Conservation
The tour operates in a riverfront urban area where shoreline health matters; support local businesses that use sustainable practices and carry out recycling to reduce brewery and visitor impact.
Reserve your spot on the Sanford's Craft Beer and History Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring ID for beer samples
You will be asked to show government-issued ID at the first tasting; no ID means no samples.
Wear comfortable shoes
The tour covers short blocks on mixed sidewalks and occasional uneven pavement; flat, supportive shoes keep the focus on tasting.
Watch for afternoon storms
Summer thunderstorms can appear quickly — a light rain jacket or quick-dry shirt keeps you comfortable.
Complete the waiver before arrival
Organizers request an online waiver in advance to speed check-in; have it signed on your phone.
Government-issued ID
Required for alcohol service and age verification.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive footwear for sidewalks and short blocks between breweries.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated before and between tastings in warm, humid weather.
summer
Light rain jacket
Afternoon storms are common in summer; pack a lightweight waterproof layer.
summer