
Clues and Brews: Murder Mystery Beer Tour
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September 2026
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Is Clues and Brews: Murder Mystery Beer Tour worth booking?
Clues and Brews: Murder Mystery Beer Tour is a 4-hour experience in Providence, United States, from $95 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $95 per person
This isn’t just a brewery crawl. It’s a murder mystery van adventure through Providence where you and your fellow detectives will solve one of Rhode Island’s most fascinating historical crime while visiting some of the c
What you get
About this experience
This isn’t just a brewery crawl. It’s a murder mystery van adventure through Providence where you and your fellow detectives will solve one of Rhode Island’s most fascinating historical crime while visiting some of the city’s best breweries. Enjoy a craft beer flight at three brewery stops and a delicious pretzel along the way. Throughout the tour, you’ll uncover clues, solve puzzles, and follow the twists of a real 19th-century murder case that once dominated national headlines. Can you solve the mystery before the final round? Please note: A minimum of four guests is required for all tours to run. If less than four are booked, we’ll contact you the morning of to offer a full refund or rescheduling options
What's included
Included
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Providence
The PVD Tour Co van will pick you up at The Marriott Providence and take you to 3 local breweries. Along the way you will play mini games and solve a real-life Rhode Island based murder mystery.
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Providence
In the lobby
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
In the lobby
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Providence Tour Company
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Clues and Brews: Murder Mystery Beer Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A fun afternoon!
Dave was a fantastic tour guide! He was very friendly and knowledgeable about Rhode Island and Providence history. The brewery stops were all new to me, even though I'm local. Would definitely recommend whether your local or visiting!
Response from the operator: We are so pleased and honored by your review. David is one of our best and he love showing off the Providence and ensuring that guests have a good time. It is nice to know that we delivered and we hope to have you come along on another adventure very soon!
via Tripadvisor
Great time with Melissa our wonderful guide
We had such fun with this beer tour and murder mystery. Melissa was a great guide, lots of great stories and fun advice for restaurants and bars. We met Leah and John from MA, it was a great time. Highly recommend this tour!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review! Melissa is a gem and we are so glad that you enjoyed your tour with her. It's always fun to experience new things and meet some new people. We hope to see you again very soon on another one of our adventures!
via Tripadvisor
Fun mystery tour and tasty brews
Dave was a great guide, we had a fun time and all learned some new intrigue about RI history. Found a new brewery I’ll be going back to before long as well
Response from the operator: We are so pleased that you had a nice time on the tour and learned some history. David is a true gem and loves his job. Thank you for the high praise and we hope to see you again on another adventure!
via Tripadvisor
Weave some history into the mystery
Every part of the experience was fun. We really didn't know what to expect. We're local to the Providence area and we weren't sure if this would be all new to us or places and info we already knew. We were very pleasantly surprised! The van is very comfortable and our 2 guides, Dave and Bob, were terrific, weaving Providence history into the actual Providence murder mystery. We found this to make the game more fun - based on a true crime! Oh..and the breweries were all wonderful and welcoming...but we can't reveal anything more without ruining the surprise! ;)
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful 5 Star review of our experience. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the breweries, the stories and the game. We will pass along the praise to Dave and Bob. Please pass the word along and come join us again on one of our other adventures!
via Tripadvisor
Fun birthday event!
David was an amazing tour guide for this birthday adventure for my husband
Response from the operator: Thank you for your kind review. So glad that you had a wonderful time. Please join us for another adventure soon!!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Clues and Brews: Murder Mystery Beer Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Providence.
How much does Clues and Brews: Murder Mystery Beer Tour cost?
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Prices start at $95 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Providence usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Clues and Brews: Murder Mystery Beer Tour take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Providence is not rushed.
Is Clues and Brews: Murder Mystery Beer Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Providence, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Clues and Brews: Murder Mystery Beer Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Clues and Brews: Murder Mystery Beer Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Clues and Brews: Murder Mystery Beer Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Providence can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Providence and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Clues and Brews: Murder Mystery Beer Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Providence within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Providence?
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Providence runs Federal Hill food tours, gondola and river cruises, Brown and RISD campus walks, ghost tours through Benefit Street and WaterFire evenings in season. On Outty we rank every Providence experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Haunted History Walking Tour of Providence, Crime and Cuisine on Federal Hill, Discover Providence Guided Sightseeing Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Providence?
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May to October, with WaterFire lightings from May through November. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Providence?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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