The Ultimate Brewery Guide for Downtown Orlando, Florida

Are you looking for the best craft brews while visiting Central Florida? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Welcome to the ultimate brewery guide for downtown Orlando, Florida. The up-and-coming SoDo district has great options for craft brew connoisseurs. The downtown area has been buzzing with the rise of microbreweries, with new options popping up regularly.

You can spend an entire day just hopping between breweries, or you could even dedicate a portion of your trip to Central Florida around the brewery scene. One of the amazing features of the SoDo district is that you can hang at a brewery, then hop over a street or two to find shopping centers, a variety of restaurants, and outdoor activities. Everything you need in one convenient location!

The Best Breweries in Downtown Orlando

Here at The Delaney Hotel, we’ve narrowed down our brewery guide by selecting the best breweries in the SoDo area. Our top 5 breweries that hop enthusiasts and frequent beer drinkers need to visit can be found below.

1. Orlando Brewing: Orlando Brewing is a low-key brewery nestled within the SoDo district. The taproom boasts over 30 beers and is the only “organic” brewery east of Colorado. There are free tours Monday through Saturday, and each day of the week has its own unbeatable specials. There is plenty of parking and a quiet outdoor area to sip your brew and enjoy the weather.

2. Rockpit Brewing: Described as the rustic neighborhood Orlando brewery, this brewery is both family friendly and dog friendly. RockPit Brewing is a family-owned brewery with an ever-changing line-up of small-batch beers. Reviews describe the brewery as a cozy, neighborhood vibe with great beer and tasty food options.

3. Motorworks Brewing: Motorworks Brewing is a lively brewery in Downtown Orlando that boasts 24 craft beers on tap, 30+ cans and bottles, and a full liquor cocktail and wine menu. They serve delicious comfort foods to accompany your brew and encourage people to come and stay a while. Behind the building there is a large, dog friendly outdoor patio with lots of seating and games for patrons. Find yourself at Motorworks on a Wednesday for trivia night or a Friday for live music.

4. Hourglass Brewing: Hourglass brewing is a family-owned craft brewery in Central Florida. They are committed to creating unique selections of beer that cater to any person’s palate, and they pride themselves on working with local businesses and bands in the community to support their home-town. With all natural beer ingredients, this brewery is a must-see on any brewery tour of Central Florida.

5. Sideward Brewing Co: Sideward Brewing is a family-owned brewery, taproom, and kitchen located in Downtown Orlando’s Milk District. The 100-year-old warehouse has been renovated to create a fun environment where craft beer drinkers can come to try to constantly change the list of craft brews. With a full kitchen and covered patio, this is a great place to come relax after a long day.

The Best Downtown Orlando Breweries to Bar Hop

With all of the amazing options to choose from, how will you ever know which to go to?! It’s simple. You can try them all! All of the above-mentioned breweries are within a less than 10 minutes driving distance to one another. Of course, please do not drink and drive. There are plenty of Ubers and other cab companies who would be willing to shuttle you and your friends from place to place without breaking the bank.

To make the most of your craft brewing tour, start at Orlando Brewing, then make your way to RockPit Brewing only 8 minutes away. Follow RockPit with Hourglass Brewing 9 minutes up the road, then hit up Sideward Brewing Co. only 6 minutes’ drive away. Finish your tour 7 minutes north of there with Motorworks Brewing. If you’ve completed your brewery crawl and still want more, Motorworks Brewing leaves you in the perfect location to go out and enjoy the Nightlife of Downtown Orlando! Located close to the strips of bars, clubs, and other nightlife activities, it’s almost too convenient to enjoy!

The Best Luxury Hotel in Orlando

If you’re still searching for the perfect hotel to stay in during your trip to Downtown Orlando, Florida, come check out the Delaney Hotel. Located conveniently within the SoDo district, the Delaney is in the most optimal spot to stay close to the brewery scene. Featuring innovative designs in all of their rooms, guests can expect oversized rooms, walk-in showers, in-room tablets, digital concierge services, and so much more.

Come back to luxurious accommodations and fine American cuisine after a day (or night) out in the SoDo district. Whether you’re heading to Orlando for a relaxing weekend getaway or to see all the action-packed sights, you will find something for everyone in this thriving city, and especially at the Delaney Hotel! Contact us today for the best rates!