Weekend guide

48 hours in Amherst, Massachusetts

A two-day route built from 5 independent listings on this hub — not a paid ranking.

  1. Saturday afternoon

    Settle in outdoors

    Start on the patio while the light is still good.

    Open Amherst Brewing Co / Hangar Pub and Grill →

    Brewpub

    Amherst Brewing Co / Hangar Pub and Grill

    Amherst, Massachusetts

    PatioKidsMusic
  2. Saturday night

    Stay out for the room

    Live music nights make this the later stop.

    Open High Horse Brewery and Bistro →

    Contract Brewery

    High Horse Brewery and Bistro

    Amherst, Massachusetts

    DogsPatioMusic
  3. Sunday midday

    Eat with the pour

    A calmer second-day stop before you head out.

    Open Hangar Pub & Grill →

    Microbrewery

    Hangar Pub & Grill

    Amherst, Massachusetts

  4. Sunday evening

    One more round

    Close the weekend at a highly rated independent taproom.

    Open Mcmurphy's Uptown Tavern →

    Brewpub

    Mcmurphy's Uptown Tavern

    AMHERST, Massachusetts

Planning FAQs for Amherst

How should I spend 48 hours in Amherst taprooms?

Start at Amherst Brewing Co / Hangar Pub and Grill, then High Horse Brewery and Bistro, Hangar Pub & Grill, Mcmurphy's Uptown Tavern. The route uses 5 independent listings in Amherst, Massachusetts.

What is the best dog-friendly taproom in Amherst?

High Horse Brewery and Bistro is a top dog-friendly taproom in Amherst. Look for the dog-friendly filter on this hub.

Which breweries in Amherst have outdoor patios?

Amherst Brewing Co / Hangar Pub and Grill, High Horse Brewery and Bistro, The Spoke list outdoor patio seating. Patio listings on Taprooms Near Me also cover fire-pit and heater nights.

Where are food trucks parked near Amherst taprooms?

Food-truck rotations are limited in the Amherst listings right now. Check individual taproom pages for tonight’s lot.

All 5 taprooms in Amherst →