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Join the Viking Brewery Tour in Douglas County, Washington - Book Your Food & Drink Brewery Experience
On this unforgettable 3-hour walking tour through Poulsbo-affectionately known as “Little Norway”-you’ll learn to think (and drink) like a Viking as you visit three local favorites: start with the interactive “pour your own sip” experience at The Sip, enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the brewhouse at Western Red Brewing, and finish with a ceremonial toast from a 4-liter Scandinavian longhorn at Valhöll Brewing; along the way you’ll sample four drinks, hear tales of Viking history, Norse mythology, and Poulsbo’s Nordic roots, and discover how community, craft beverages, and culture blend in Douglas County, Washington-non-alcoholic options are available at all stops, making this spirited Poulsbo walking tour a perfect choice for curious explorers and beer lovers booking an experience.
About this activity in Douglas County
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Sip through Poulsbo’s “Little Norway” on a spirited 3-hour walking tour that blends craft drinks with Viking lore and local history.
- Taste four beverages across three neighborhood favorites-begin with an interactive pour-at-your-seat experience at The Sip.
- Go behind the scenes at Western Red Brewing to see how their bold beers are crafted, then finish with a ceremonial toast at Valhöll from a 4‑liter Scandinavian longhorn.
- Enjoy a lively mix of Norse mythology, daily-life stories, and community anecdotes that bring the region’s Nordic roots to life.
Important Information
- Tour length: approximately 3 hours; you’ll visit three Poulsbo venues and sample four beverages (alcoholic or non‑alcoholic) included as part of the experience.
- What’s included: a prepaid pour at The Sip, one pint at Western Red, one pint at Valhöll, and a longhorn “pull.” Non‑alcoholic options are available at each stop.
- Accessibility & family friendly: the route and venues are wheelchair accessible, service animals allowed, and infants/small children may ride in a pram or stroller.
- Please note: gratuities for the guide are not included; public and wheelchair‑accessible transportation options serve the area.
Meeting Point
Meet your guide at The Sip in downtown Poulsbo-check your booking confirmation for the exact address and the recommended arrival time so you’re ready to start on time.
Includes
- Enjoy four beverages during the experience in Douglas County, Washington: a prepaid card valid at the sip, one pint at Western Red, one pint at Valholl, and a ceremonial pull from a Viking longhorn.
- Learn about Viking lore and history with an engaging, on-site interpretation that connects the tasting to regional storytelling.
- Take a backstage tour of Western Red Brewing to see behind-the-scenes brewing operations and hear local insights from the team.
Excludes
- You are responsible for tips and gratuities for the guide; these are not included.
Other
- Wheelchair accessible venue and paths so you can navigate the experience comfortably in Douglas County, Washington.
- Infants and small children can join the activity when seated in a pram or stroller.
- Service animals are allowed throughout the site.
- Public transportation options are available nearby to help you reach the meeting point in the area.
- Transportation options serving the experience are wheelchair accessible.
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible to accommodate a range of mobility needs.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels, making this a relaxed option for families and mixed-ability groups.
Customer Reviews
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Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
Kyle did a great job of making the tour fun, but also keeping the the Viking theme and making everything informational as well.
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We had a fantastic experience with our tour guide Kyle! We learned so much about Poulsbo and Viking history while enjoying some great locations, seeing behind the scenes at a local microbrewery, and drinking delicious beer. We went for a special occasion (birthday), and this tour was the highlight of our trip! Truly could not recommend this tour more. We are planning to put this tour on our list of awesome things to do when we have friends/family in town!
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Summary:
This tour was such a highlight of our Seattle trip! Poulsbo is already an amazing town, but doing the Viking Brewery Tour really gave us the full flavor of it. Kyle was the perfect guide — super knowledgeable, funny, and full of great history tidbits and fun facts. He even took awesome pictures of our group, which we really appreciated.
What makes this tour stand out is how unique it feels. You get a true sense of the town’s history and Nordic roots while also enjoying plenty of generous drinks along the way. We left feeling like we had discovered a hidden gem.
If you’re visiting the Seattle area, this is a not-to-miss activity. Between the history, the beer, and Kyle’s energy, it’s the best way to experience “Little Norway.” Highly recommend!
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You’ll enjoy a 3-hour walking tour that blends craft beverages with local Viking history. Visit three Poulsbo favorites-The Sip, Western Red Brewing, and Valhöll Brewing-while sampling four beverages (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and learning about Norse mythology and the town’s Nordic roots.
Yes. The experience is family-friendly: non-alcoholic beverages are available at all stops, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
You’ll hear tales of Viking history, Norse mythology, and daily life while exploring Poulsbo’s Nordic heritage, complemented by a backstage look at Western Red Brewing’s beer-making process.
The tour stops at The Sip for an interactive pour-your-own experience, Western Red Brewing for a behind-the-scenes brewhouse tour, and Valhöll Brewing where you’ll take part in a ceremonial toast from a 4-liter Scandinavian longhorn.
Yes. The tour is wheelchair accessible throughout, with wheelchair-accessible transportation options nearby and accessible areas and surfaces at each stop, so you can experience Poulsbo’s culture and craft beverages comfortably.
Your booking includes four beverages (a prepaid card at The Sip, one pint at Western Red, one pint at Valhöll, and a pull from the Viking longhorn). Tips for the guide are not included. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
