Sapporo Beer Museum

🏛️ Museums · 札幌市, 北海道 · ⭐ 4.3

The Sapporo Beer Museum offers a fascinating journey through the history of one of Japan's most iconic beer brands, with modern exhibition spaces and free admission to the museum area. After exploring the well-designed displays (with English translations available), visitors can sample fresh beers at the tasting hall or enjoy local cuisine at the adjacent Sapporo Beer Garden. Don't miss the unique souvenirs like beer jelly chocolates and the famous cheesecake available at the gift shop.

Visitor Information

📍 Address

札幌市, 北海道

🎟 Admission

Free (Premium tour ¥1,000)

🚉 Access

10 min walk from Higashi-Kuyakusho-Mae Station

🕐 Hours

Fri	1100 – 1800
Mon	1100 – 1800
Sat	1100 – 1800
Sun	1100 – 1800
Thu	1100 – 1800
Tue	1100 – 1800
Wed	1100 – 1800

🔗 Official

Official Website

💡 Tips for Visitors

The museum offers free self-guided tours with English translation papers available throughout, or paid guided tours for around ¥1,000. Beer tastings are purchased via vending machine (¥450 per glass or ¥1,200 for a three-glass set), though wait times can exceed 45 minutes during peak hours—consider visiting on weekdays or earlier in the day. The museum is about 30 minutes by bus from Susukino, and note that the route from the 3rd floor down involves stairs only, so wheelchair users should request staff assistance to enter via the 1st-floor beer hall entrance.