Brewery Experience with Beer Tasting and Optional Transport
Qawra, St Paul's Bay, Malta
Visit the 1950 Farsons Brewery, now transformed into a vibrant and dynamic hub. Take a self-guided tour and learn everything there is to know about Malta's leading brewers, ending with a beer tasting.
Brewery Experience at The Brewhouse, Birkirkara – Suitable for beer enthusiasts and history fans
This self-guided tour explores the historic 1950s Farsons brewery, Malta's leading brewery, located in Birkirkara. It is ideal for those interested in Malta’s brewing heritage and beer production.
Highlights
- Enjoy a flexible self-guided tour at your own pace
- Learn the history behind Malta’s most popular beer brands
- Explore the historic brewing hall and brewing process
- Sample a variety of freshly brewed beers
- Experience views from the rooftop terrace at The Cisk Tap
Description
The Brewhouse, once the center of Malta's most cherished beer production, has been transformed into a dynamic hub with functional and recreational spaces. Each area—from malt stores and open vats to chapels and copper kettles—tells part of its unique history, creating an engaging environment for visitors.
Guests are invited to explore the revitalized Farsons brewery through a self-guided tour that highlights the brewing process and the story of three entrepreneurial families who established Malta’s leading brewery. The tour reveals a legacy that continues to influence Malta’s brewing culture.
The experience includes beer tasting at The Cisk Tap rooftop bar, offering five freshly brewed beers alongside panoramic views. After the tour, visitors can shop for souvenirs at the Farsons Brandstore or enjoy food and drinks at The Brewhouse eateries (food and drinks are not included in the tour price).
Includes
- Entry ticket to the Brewery Experience
- Self-guided tour available in 7 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Maltese
- Sampling of 5 beers (100 mL each) for adults aged 17 and over
- Soft drink included for children and youths aged 12 to 17
- Pick-up and drop-off transfers included when selecting the transportation option
Excludes
- Pick-up and drop-off transfers if booking the ticket-only option
- Live tour guide
- Food
- Drinks not specified in the inclusions
- No drink included for children under 12
Important Information
- Beer is not served to guests under 17 years of age.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
- For ticket-only bookings, entry is valid any time between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM (last entry).
- For bookings including transportation, confirm pick-up location and time with the tour operator at least a few days before your visit; the displayed time on your ticket is the activity start time, not pick-up time.
- Return transfers are approximately at 4:30 PM.
- Transportation option is available every Saturday afternoon only.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours before the booked time for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring valid ID for age verification and choose ticket with transportation if you prefer convenient transfers. Weekends offer scheduled pick-ups, ideal for relaxed visits.
