17 Best Bachelor Party Destinations in the U.S for an Epic Weekend

It’s that time again! One of the guys is getting married. While tying the knot comes with a host of traditions, none of these are more legendary than bachelor parties. When a pal is saying goodbye to his single years, this is not the time for just any run of the mill send off. Whether it's a party at home, or a destination bachelor party; you have to go big. Luckily, the U.S. has it all, and you need not plan a trip abroad. From large cities to gorgeous beaches, there is no shortage of fantastic bachelor party cities. So which are the best bachelor party destinations in US? We thought you’d never ask! Dig in…

Las Vegas

Any party destination list would be obviously incomplete without Las Vegas, aka Sin City, aka the granddaddy of bachelor parties. So let’s start here. Sin city is undoubtedly the world’s leading adult entertainment capital. Las Vegas has everything from mild to over-the-top indulgences, including opulent hotels, casinos, magic shows, boisterous nightclubs, and out-of-this-world pool parties. All these can be found along the action-packed 4-mile strip, meaning you don't have to move around much if you don't want to. Let your budget and sense of adventure guide you. You will find many hotels at different budgets and can venture to Lake Mead for water sports or take a helicopter ride over the Grand Canyon. Really, your options in Las Vegas are only limited by your imagination.

Miami

Miami is mostly famed for its frantic nightlife, but there is so much more to that. Miami, Florida, has all the perks of beach culture, cheap eats, beach bars, fine dining, a growing art scene, and architecture that will blow your Instagram posts. You also never have to worry about the weather or carrying boots to the bachelor trip weekend as the weather stays lovely all year long in this party town. However, hurricane season is from June through November, so plan outside of these months if possible. Miami is a bi-lingual city, and while you make do with English only, it won’t hurt to brush up on a little Spanish. If you are like most people, you may want to set up along Miami beach. (Who wouldn’t want the views?). This is alright, but it will cost a pretty penny. If you would rather spend cash on other bachelor party activities, look for accommodations in the downtown district of Brickell. There will be plenty of affordable accommodations here, and it’s a short drive to most of Miami’s hotspots. Set aside a few hours to visit little Havana to explore Miami’s Cuban community. The Cuban community has contributed significantly to Miami’s music, food, and overall feel. The cigar shops, eateries, and coffee houses in Little Havana are well worth exploring. If you want to hit the dance floor till morning, South Beach is the spot.

Atlantic City

Atlantic City is the perfect trade-off if you want a Vegas-themed party, but Vegas is too far out, or you don't have the budget for it. Atlantic City is often referred to as a mini-Vegas, with much of what Vegas has to offer, though not as huge or flashy. This notwithstanding, Atlantic City has some great upsides worth considering. For one, most of the city’s top activities are concentrated around one location known as the boardwalk area. This makes the city much more accessible without a car or public transportation, and one of the top bachelor party destinations. It also has one up on Las Vegas: if you visit in warmer months, the beach can be right at your doorstep. On the other hand, Vegas is a desert, so a beach is totally off the menu. Just as in Vegas, Casinos in Atlantic City are open 24/7, and gamblers get a few drinks for free. There is also an active nightlife with clubs, strip clubs, music concerts, and comedy shows to sample. Swimming, kayaking or just chilling at the beaches can be a good comedown after a hard night of partying. If you want a more toned-down Vegas experience for your bachelor party , this is it. Only with a beach!

San Diego

If the harsh debauchery isn’t of Vegas and Miami isn’t up the grooms early (of his brides), consider San Diego as a bachelor party destination. This relaxed California city boasts a long, beach-lined coast setting the backdrop for an unforgettable boy’s trip. This city brings forth a hefty range of festivity options. You can hit the links, enjoy craft beer, cast a line, and explore the Gaslamp Quarter. This is a 16-block downtown area teeming with restaurants and bars. If food and drink mean the world to you. How about picking a starting point and going down the block, sampling whatever is available? Go easy to last longer, and make a game of who gets knackered first. Check out Ocean Beach for surfing lessons, immerse yourself in the bohemian vibe, and devour fresh tacos from the numerous taco stands. You can also go far North to a town called La Jolla and take in the beautiful coastline, surf, and take a history lesson from the town's museums.

New Orleans

Sometimes all you need is a unique blend of exciting nightlife sprinkled with some culture. If you are nodding your head to this, we have the perfect bachelor party destination for you: New Orleans! New Orleans is one of the most soulful cities in the country and is notable for its serious destination for live music. You will quickly get your fill of electrifying jazz, honky-tonk here. You can also opt for a good old traditional sloshfest on Bourbon Street. This city is also known for its haunted history, treasure troves, daytime boat rides, and, yes, the delicious food! And if you indulge in alcohol, it helps to know New Orleans has the best hangover food ever. Try out some gumbo, crawfish etouffee, po-boys, jambalayas, and beignet. If luck smiles at you, you might catch one of the many festivals in New Orleans. Whichever one you come across, it’s likely to be a treat. And whatever you do, spare some time for Bourbon street.

Myrtle Beach

How does a weekend of grits, barbeques, and shrimp sound? Myrtle Beach can offer that if this is right up the groom's alley. Myrtle Beach is often sold as a family vacation kind of place, but don’t let this description fool you, as there are loads you can get up to down there. Granted, you are unlikely to get the Miami nightlife scene, but you have options, including beachside bars, brewpubs, pool parties and many nightclubs to sample. You can also try fishing, get on the golf courses or have a relaxed, chilled-out time at the beach with plenty of tasty foods to chomp on. Suppose you want to up the tempo with some harmless adult fun? In that case, the Family Kingdom Amusement Park, the Oceanfront water park, the NASCAR racing experience, and the Myrtle Beach Adrenaline Adventures will present some unforgettable outdoor activities.

Key West

Before we get into why Key West, be warned that the logistics of getting here can be dicey but well worth it. Direct flights to Key West are available from a few cities, mainly in the country's eastern half. However, you can go to Miami and take a scenic drive from there. Now, off to the fun part. Key West makes for a unique bachelor party location because it blends relaxed tropical vibes, a party atmosphere, and a historic ambiance. In short, there is something for everyone. Here, you can enjoy warm gulf air, snorkeling, and kayaking by day and then sit back to tuck into freshly caught fish for dinner by night. You can visit historical nights for a quick cultural jab before hitting the nightclubs on Duval Street. The choice is yours. Accommodations are wide and varied, with huge establishments like the Opal Key Resort and Marina. There are also numerous boutique hotels if you don't want to go all fancy.

Lake Tahoe

We can't name top bachelor party destinations without a mention of Lake Tahoe. A nice, warm, cozy hotel won't cut it with a group of guys that enjoy the great outdoors. So what are your options? Consider Lake Tahoe as a bachelor party destination. Lake Tahoe has become a popular vacation spot for its scenic views, clear blue waters, and world-class recreation activities. For your group, a weekend of hiking, biking, snowboarding, and skiing might be the perfect way to usher your pal into marriage. Of course, these are dependent on the times of year you visit, so give this a thought when planning your escapade. In warmer months, the party is around the lake. You can also do hikes, zip lining, and mountain biking. When things get icy, Lake Tahoe boasts top-notch ski resorts, including Squaw Valley, Heavenly, and North Star. The area will also be awash with snowmobiling, snow tubing, and snowshoeing outfitters around this time of year. Whenever you need some downtime from the hard-hitting activities, you will have distilleries, casinos, breweries, and yummy eats to sample as you unwind and plan for the next excursion. You can also hire party boats or charter a sailboat for the day.

Chicago

The windy city is yet another destination that offers a little bit of everything. No wonder the city is a favorite spot for men looking to celebrate bachelor weekends in style. This Midwestern destination has a lot you can do, including sports events, boating, live music, museums, and bar hopping. Have we mentioned that Chicago is heaven for serious foodies? Well, it is. Be sure to try out as many eateries and foods as possible. There is a seemingly never-ending argument about where to find the best popcorn. Feel free to begin your analysis here. And its amazingness doesn’t end there: Chicago has 24 beaches and 28 miles of lakefront. You can hang out on the beaches, join a Chicago architectural river cruise, rent an electric boat, hit the night clubs, and get tickets for one of the many musical concerts in the city-the list is inexhaustible. Ever thrown an axe? We bet that sounds very manly. Look into that if you opt for Chicago.

Nashville

From the windy city and on to the music city. Naturally, Nashville first caters to music lovers with legendary music-themed spots like the Grand Opry and countless honky-tonks. Nashville takes the music theme further with its music themes museums like the Johnny Cash and the Country Music Hall of Fame museums. Once you have had enough of the live music venues, consider bar crawls, which are the traditional bachelor party activity. There are also multiple adult entertainment spots if you are looking for that kind of evening. To replenish, visit any of the numerous celebrity-chef-led restaurants in Nashville or local eateries and order hot chicken or barbeque, which are some of the city's staples. If you get one slow morning or afternoon, visit some of the whiskey distilleries for a laid-back tasting and much-needed bonding session.

Atlanta

Atlanta boasts one of the highest rates of tourists in the country. Not just that, but it’s often touted as one of the cities everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime. Atlanta is such a melting pot of fun experiences that it's almost difficult to figure out where to start. For music lovers, Atlanta has an enviable music scene with R&B and hip-hop at the heart of it. There is also some country music. You can time your visit to one of the city's top music festivals, including Shaky Knees, TommorrowWorld, and Sweetwater420 Fest. For foodies, you will find all the flavors of food and brew you can ever want. This includes everything from world class restaurants to high-end steak houses to delicious, homely southern fare. There are multiple brews as well, including the Old Fourth Distillery. Then the night owls: Atlanta will be quite the treat. It’s not called a party city for nothing, and Atlanta’s nightlife can only be described as legendary. Name it, nightclubs, comedy clubs, rooftop bars, strip clubs; it's all here. So is the odd celebrity if you are lucky. Want a slower tempo? There is an aquarium, a coca cola museum, and the Centennial Olympic Park. You can also immerse yourself in Atlanta’s rich civil movement history.

Austin

Sometimes you want to party at a location with an authentic small-city charm but have the big-city life should you want it. You know, like having your cake and eating it. This best describes Austin. Austin is the capital of Texas, and is aptly dubbed the ‘live music capital of the world’. Two things stand out here: beer and musical bands. Nestled in a big city with a small-town charm, these can be just what the groom to be and his boys need before the nuptials. But don't let the small-town charm of this bachelor party destination fool you. Austin has an uncountable number of draft beer breweries and bars. Just the right ingredients for a partygoer looking for a wild night or weekend out. On the flip side, it's also a fantastic food city for visitors that don’t want to party too hard. You get all culinary delights, from Tex-Mex favorites to barbeque and fancy farm-to-table fare. If you need an adrenaline rush, spare some time to drive to Lake Travis, which lies just outside the city. You will find all manner of boar rentals, jet skis, and even zip-lining.

Asheville

Asheville is an eclectic mountain city with great outdoors and a hipster culture. During the day, consider exploring the scenic outdoors and historical places. Some bachelor party games you can indulge in while out here are paintball, white water rafting, and brewery tours. Just so you know, the city has 26 draft beer local breweries, so you have more than enough places to check out. Remember to pack your beer hats, mugs, and other fun drinking paraphernalia, even if only for the groom. Go water rafting in the French Broad River near the city to get your blood rushing. At night, downtown is the best spot to be. Downtown Asheville transforms into a vibrant hangout for visitors and locals. Here, expect great music and strong drinks. This is the place to have the groom show up in his groom sash for a couple of free shots. Feel free to end the night with a couple of hours at the strip club, with a lap dance for the man of the hour. You can't party on an empty belly. There are no worries on this end, as you will find plenty of America's favorite comfort foods. There'll also be lots of accommodation options in Asheville from big names like the Holiday Inn to smaller boutique hotels. Don't forget: downtown Asheville is where the party is at!

Scottsdale

With some good cash to spare for a bachelor’s trip, Scottsdale, Arizona is sheer luxury. Pleasant weather almost year-round, clean desert air, world class golf courses, open spaces, and a whole bunch of outdoor activities. Scottsdale has been a favorite for people looking for time away to unwind and commune with nature. In recent years, however, more and more people have seen its potential for bachelor parties and trips, and this trend has really caught on. This is a city where you want to spend the bulk of your time outdoors. So plenty of golfing, hiking up Camelback Mountain, scouting for pool party locations, and catching some baseball activity if you time it right. Over the years, Scottsdale has also been the go-to for the retirement community. While this is still the case, the dynamics have changed over the years. So if you think the entire city goes to bed at 6 pm, think again! You will get a lot of daytime and nighttime partying most days of the week. In fact, the nightclubs and bars here go toe to toe with those in other cosmopolitan destinations. One thing, though, this is a desert city, so be warned that Scottsdale is an oven in the summer months. If this is the only time you can come out, be warned, and be duly prepared for the scorching sun.

Fort Lauderdale

This city is excellent for a party, whether you will be there for a weekend or a single night. Fort Lauderdale is only 30 miles from Miami and a good go-between for groomsmen who find the Miami party scene too heavy for comfort. Like in any other beach front bachelor party locations, they guys will likely want to take to the water. Diving, snorkeling, and Jet Ski rentals are worth considering. There are numerous gold courses in the city if you are looking for something even more relaxing. Once you are famished from the day's activities, settle down for a meal at the numerous eateries doting the city. You can then hit the party scene. While it can't be described as wild, you will have numerous options for bouncing clubs with bottle service and no-fuss dive bars. Cool, calm, sophisticated fun.

Denver

As far as bachelor party locations go, Denver is a gem. Denver; crazy mountain views, exceptionally good craft beer, legalized recreational marijuana, and every professional spot that comes to mind. What is there not to love? You really will be spoilt for choice of activities. You can go rock climbing, clay shooting, guided bike rides, axe throwing archery, explore the mountains, bowling, and watch a game at one of the stadiums. After you have exhausted yourself, sit back for a meal, some draft beers, and maybe some cigars at any of the funky spots in the city.

Grand Canyon

A bachelor party list is never complete without mentioning one of the most recognized wonders-the Grand Canyon. If getting sloshed is not your idea of a great time, maybe an adrenaline-packed trip will get the job done. The Grand Canyon has water rafting, scenic hikes, motor coach, jeep and biking tours, and chopper rides. You can also consider camping out here and taking one of the numerous guided tours. The Grand Canyon can seem a bit odd for bachelor parties, but knock it just yet.

Get Planning

With the bachelor party ideas on this list, you have no excuse for planning a lackluster bachelor. Share this list with the guys and take a vote. If you have time, you can combine two or three destinations; I mean, why not? So get to planning the guys trip early and have yourselves a jolly good time.