13 American Rum Tours Worth the Detour

1.Key West Rum and Reggae: Reef Snorkel Adventure and Sunset Sail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 370 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59Our pick

Sail from 241 Front Street to a reef chosen for the day’s sea conditions, with gear, instruction, flotation aids, and reef-safe sunscreen provided. After 30 to 40 minutes in the water, enjoy rum punch, beer, wine, sparkling wine, reggae, and sunset views aboard a catamaran. You must know how to swim.

“The cruise was a lot of fun and family friendly for my husband, my grown kids, and me. I personally would not bring kids under 13 unless they are experienced snorkelers, but there were young children in the water.”

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2.Kō Hana Hawaiian Rum Distillery Tour and Tasting for One

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · 45 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $25Top rated

Spend about 50 minutes at Kō Hana Distillers in Kunia, where guides such as JJ, Emily, Andy, and Kaimana explain Hawaiian sugar cane and rum making. You will taste fresh cane juice, see the farm and barrel room, sample rum and barrel-aged products, and receive a souvenir glass. The tour is limited to 15 people.

“Great tour guide very friendly staff and knowledgeable learned alot about sugar cane and the rum. Did some tasting their honey is delicious recommend this one for rum lovers”

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3.St. Augustine: The Black Raven Rum Runners Pirate Show (21+)

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 120 reviews · 1h 30m · from $31

Set sail on the Black Raven for a 90-minute adults-only cruise on the Matanzas River. The English-speaking pirate crew performs rehearsed but unscripted comedy, stories, songs, and crowd interaction. Drinks are available from the onboard bar, but bring your driver’s license, arrive early for parking, and expect limited back support on the seats.

“I had an entertaining time. The was nice lively and entertaining! You can have fun even if you are no longer much of a drinker.”

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4.Guided Distillery Tour & Rum Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $15Best value

At Roulaison Distilling Co, owner Andrew or another distillery host leads a one-hour, small-group tour through the rum-making process. You’ll taste five rums, including possible limited releases, hear about New Orleans and Caribbean rum traditions, and browse bottles afterward. The distillery is off the main road, so plan your ride carefully.

“great tour and rum - insightful guide it was a fun and personable experience, would certainly recommend”

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5.Newport Sightseeing Boat Tour aboard Rum Runner II

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 65 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $44

Board the historic Rum Runner II at Bannister’s Wharf for a 75-minute narrated cruise around Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. You’ll pass a historic fort, waterfront estates, yachts, and other landmarks while the crew shares local stories. Captain Jay, Kerri, Nora, and other crew members have led recent sailings, though staff varies by departure.

“Great experience. Captain and narrator were knowledgeable kind and helpful. We just had a little trouble finding the place and thought we may miss. But luckily made it.”

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6.Guided Rum Distillery Tour and Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 44 reviews · from $15

At Roulaison Distilling Co., an English-speaking guide leads you through fermentation, distillation, and aging before five on-site rum tastings. Andrew has led some tours, and the owner sometimes guides the visit. Expect a one-hour, small-group experience for up to eight adults, with special-release bottles and a hard-to-find meeting point.

“The owner gave a very good tour around the facility explaining the process of how the Rum is made. We had a great time and would recommend it to anyone who likes Rum.”

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7.Bacardi Rum Distillery and Old San Juan Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · 4 hours · from $99

Begin at Plaza Colón with a one-hour drive through Old San Juan, passing El Morro, Ballaja Barracks, and the Capitol Building. Then cross to Casa Bacardi in Cataño for a guided Legacy Tour, rum-making stories, and one included cocktail. English-speaking guide Harry is the listed contact.

“The tour guide he was absolutely fun and friendly”

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8.Newport Scenic Sunset Cruise on Classic Boat Rum Runner II

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $50

Cruise Newport Harbor aboard the classic Rum Runner II for about an hour at sunset. You will pass a historic 1841 fortress, Castle Hill Lighthouse, Newport’s harbor, large waterfront homes, and the bridge. The open-air boat carries up to 48 people, with drinks for purchase and a marine bathroom onboard.

“Nice open air boat with friendly captain and first mate. Lovely tour of the harbor with some light info on the sights. Complimentary ginger ale or water if you do not purchase alcoholic drinks.”

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9.Rum & Cigar Tour With An Expert In Little Havana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $110

Walk Little Havana with a local guide such as Ariel, Robyn, Bethany, or Ria. You’ll taste Cuban coffee, rum, snacks, and possibly local sweets, then visit a cigar shop to watch hand-rolled cigars being made. The tour lasts about 2.5 hours, covers roughly half a mile, and begins and ends on Calle Ocho.

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10.Little Havana: Cigar & Rum Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 hours · from $112

Meet at the Bay of Pigs Monument for a two-hour Spanish-language walk through Little Havana. Watch cigar rolling, enjoy Cuban coffee, taste three premium rums and a mojito, and finish at Cubaocho. Guides including Hugo and Darine add history, local customs, and plenty of personality.

“Tour was excellent. I couldn’t recommend it more.”

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11.Li’l Havana: Two Family Shops Tour with Rum, Coffee & Pastry

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $30

Spend 75 minutes with an English-speaking local guide at two family-run Little Havana businesses. Watch cigar rolling, visit a Cuban guayabera and hat shop replica, hear stories of migration and political imprisonment, sample cafecito, pastry, and Caribbean rum, and take photos beside classic cars and murals.

“It was a great tour. Learned a lot about the history and the family. Our guide was great. There was a lot of fun.”

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12.Marathon: Rhum Runner Aqua Park Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2 reviews · 50 min · from $37

Spend 50 minutes on Rhum Runner, The Lagoon’s floating obstacle course in Marathon. You’ll bounce on floating trampolines, climb walls, slide through chutes, and race friends in an English-hosted session. Check in at Saloon Surf Shoppe at least 30 minutes early. Children must be at least 6 years old.

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13.The Original Cigar and Rum Tasting Experience in Little Havana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $232

In Little Havana, a private guide introduces you to tobacco growing, cigar rolling, cigar lighting, and Cuban rum. You’ll taste three rums, a mojito, Cuban coffee, juices, soda, and small Cuban bites, with cigars included. Christine has led the experience with warmth and strong subject knowledge.

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