From Brewery to Beach: How to Plan the Ultimate San Diego Brewery + Nightlife Tour

San Diego is a city of distinct “vibes.” You have the industrial-cool craft beer mecca of Miramar, the laid-back, salt-in-the-air spirit of Ocean Beach, and the high-octane glamour of the Gaslamp Quarter.

Usually, trying to hit all three in one day is a logistical headache involving expensive ride-shares and hours of lost time. But with San Diego Party Tours, you can bridge the gap between “Brewery” and “Beach” seamlessly.

Here is your blueprint for the ultimate 2025 San Diego tour.

Start your journey in Miramar, affectionately known as “Beer-mar” due to the massive concentration of world-class breweries.

Known for their heavy-hitting Speedway Stout and pristine West Coast IPAs, their massive tasting room is the perfect place to gather the group.

For those who love “murky” IPAs and sustainability-focused brews, this is a local favorite.

Start the music and crack open a few local cans on the bus while you head toward the coast. No need to worry about the 20-minute drive from the industrial parks to the ocean.

As the sun begins to dip, head west to Ocean Beach (OB). The vibe here shifts from industrial to eclectic and bohemian.

Head straight to their rooftop deck for a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean.

A flight of local ales while watching the surfers at the OB Pier.

Grab some famous fish tacos from South Beach Bar & Grille right down the street.

Once the sun is down, it’s time to trade the flip-flops for dancing shoes. Your party bus will be waiting right outside the beach bars to whisk you downtown to the Gaslamp Quarter.

A hidden speakeasy with live jazz and craft cocktails that sets a sophisticated tone for the night.

If you want a high-energy dance floor and bottle service, these are the crown jewels of San Diego nightlife.

Planning a “Brewery to Beach” tour is ambitious. Here is why doing it in a party bus changes the game:

San Diego can be hot in the afternoon and chilly by the beach at night. Your bus stays at the perfect temperature all day.

The 15-20 minute drives between these neighborhoods are usually “dead time.” On a party bus, the music stays up, the drinks stay cold, and the party never pauses.

Rolling up to a Gaslamp club in a sleek Mercedes or Admiral bus ensures your group gets noticed.

• 2:00 PM: Pickup & Head to Miramar (AleSmith).

• 4:30 PM: Depart for Ocean Beach.

• 5:00 PM: Rooftop drinks and sunset at OB Brewery.

• 7:30 PM: Board the bus (Time to change/freshen up!).

• 8:00 PM: Drop-off at the Gaslamp Quarter for dinner and clubs.