12 Underrated Bachelorette Party Destinations In America, According To Visitors

It doesn't matter if it's June or January. No matter the season, cities like Scottsdale, New Orleans, Miami, and, of course, Las Vegas are packed full of soon-to-be brides donning skimpy white dresses and veils. For bachelorette parties looking for less crowds, cheaper bills, and more safety, that makes these cities less than ideal.

Luckily, across the United States, tons of other destinations make for memorable bachelorette parties, although they don't seem to have made the bridal guides quite yet. So, we studied bridal websites, bachelorette blogs, city guides, Google reviews, and more to find underrated spots for bachelorette parties that will give the bride a weekend to remember. These American cities are full of activities perfect for girls' getaways, such as hikes with scenic views, beautiful beaches perfect for grabbing a pre-wedding tan, happening bars with DJs and live music, and wineries and breweries making handcrafted beverages. Ladies, get ready to party.

With beach weather most of the year, affordable prices compared to cities like Miami, and a walkable downtown packed with bars, Clearwater is the perfect beach destination alternative for brides looking for some sun before their big day. One ideal way to get some sun, sand, and a few drinks is to book a tour with Cruisin Tiki's, a boozy cruise that provides everything bachelorette parties need to get the party started on the Gulf of Mexico. Or, for a more laid-back afternoon, groups can simply lay out on the sand at South Beach or Pier 60. No matter where you pull out your bikini in Clearwater Beach, it will be gorgeous anyway — this destination was named the best beach in the South by USA Today.

After a day spent catching some rays, bachelorette parties can enjoy their own bar crawl at Clearwater Beach's many beach bars with live music, dancing, tropical cocktails, and more — all within a short walk from one another. Some favorites include vibrant spots like Shephard's, known for its live music and dancing, and Jimmy's on the Edge, a rooftop bar. To nurse your hangover the next day, book a spa session at Tranquil Spa at Sandpearl Resort, a massive 12,000-square-foot spa offering facials, body scrubs, massages, and more. Or, for a more affordable, laid-back afternoon, book afternoon tea, complete with tea sandwiches, scones, and desserts, at Joseph's Tea Room.

Scottsdale is one of the most popular bachelorette party destinations in the United States. But if the bride wants those rustic Arizona vibes without the crowds, Sedona is the place. Here, bachelorette parties can enjoy the heat and hikes without seeing a bride every five minutes. One great way to kick off a bachelorette party in Sedona is with a Cathedral Rock hike. This popular hike may only be about a mile-and-a-half, but it's packed with red rock views throughout its 740 feet of elevation. The views from the top are astonishing, and it's also known as a vortex hike, which means energy here is spiraling from the ground and into the world, creating a spiritual, enlightening experience.

After the hike, kick back at Elote Cafe, an acclaimed farm-to-table Mexican restaurant with a killer list of tequilas and margaritas made with in-house mixers and pure agave tequila. Make sure you book this meal ahead of time — you can only eat here with a reservation, and reservations get snatched up months in advance. Another Sedona must-do is a Pink Adventure Tour. On these tours, you can explore pretty much anywhere you want in Sedona in an off-road escapade — all inside a pink Jeep. Or, for a more laid-back afternoon, check out the nearly dozen wineries on the Verde Valley Wine Trail, just a short drive from Sedona.

Bachelorette parties searching for surf and sea often head to San Diego, but they can find laid-back beach vibes, public art, a thriving beer and artisan coffee scene, and plenty of outdoor activities around the corner in Oceanside. A great way to see the beach is to rent a double Surrey cart or tandem bike from Wheel Fun Rentals and cruise down Oceanside Pier, a hub of activity with concerts and vendors. Come back after dinnertime to see the Pacific Ocean lit up here with luminous blue, which occurs due to the plankton that calls this area home. Or, get as close to the water as you can with a sail with Sailing Blue Water Charters, which offers private tours that often pass dolphins, whales, and more.

However, there's also lots to do in Oceanside away from the sea. In the downtown area, Bliss Tea & Treats offers afternoon tea, perfect for getting all dressed up with the girls and enjoying sweets, sandwiches, and tea. Bachelorette parties also love Seaside Flowers, where girls can design their own bouquets — including rare blue orchids and seashells. For an upscale dinner, book a table at MOPA Lounge, which offers a variety of upscale Italian cuisine alongside wine and cocktails. Or, opt for modern yet casual Craft Coast Beer & Tacos, a lively spot with authentic Baja-style tacos and nachos and homemade craft beer.

Napa Valley gets plenty of bachelorette attention, but Oregon's Willamette Valley is a wine destination that is likely new to most travelers. Even if it isn't, it has 700 wineries, so there's always a new winery to check out. Here, bachelorette parties can enlist an expert like A Great Oregon Wine Tour to be the designated driver and plan an itinerary with lunch and wines, starting at $210 per person. Some of the wineries that groups can explore on this tour include Archery Summit, a lack-back winery with views; White Rose Estate Winery & Vineyard, which has the look and feel of a traditional wine cave; and Beaux Frères, which features picnic tables near the vineyards for a front-row seat of the action.

For a high-end meal after a day spent perusing the valley's wineries, ōkta is a restaurant no foodie will forget. It's run by Chef Matthew Lightner, who hails from Michelin-starred New York City eatery Atera, and it offers a creative farm-to-table tasting menu inspired by all that grows in Willamette Valley. To top it off with something sweet, pick up dessert from Sprinkles of Joy Bakery, which bakes cupcakes, gourmet cookies, cinnamon rolls, macarons, doughnuts, and more. You can ride it off the next day on the Willamette Valley Scenic Bikeway, which runs parallel to the Willamette River and has incredible views and many scenic stops in quaint towns.

San Antonio is a big city (the seventh biggest in the country, according to the San Antonio Express-News) and that means views, color, shopping, history, culture, food, and beer. The San Antonio Riverwalk is the hub of it all, a 15-mile pathway that runs along the San Antonio River with endless shops, restaurants, and bars — as well as riverboats cruising past it all, making it one of the best riverfront towns in the country. For even more shopping, head to the Historic Market Square, the biggest Mexican market outside of Mexico with over 100 vendors.

At nighttime, the list of possibilities in San Antonio grows even longer. One popular spot for bachelorette parties is Howl at the Moon, a dueling piano bar that offers dancing and drink buckets. It has party packages just for bachelorette gatherings, like its Brides Gone Wild package, which includes a round of drinks, table seating, and a call down to the stage for the guest of honor. For more laid-back brides, San Antonio is also home to breweries like Blue Star Brewing Company, which has an outdoor space and live music, and Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling, which gives tours of its facilities as well as tasters of beer and whiskey. No matter the hour that the girls get peckish, Mi Tierra Cafe is open all day, every day, with filling Mexican eats.

For a weekend of partying in the south, Key West should be your destination. In this bustling city, bachelorette parties will find plenty of opportunities for a sip, such as at Dante's Key West Pool Bar & Restaurant, where DJs spin tunes as revelers hang out by the water with tropical drinks in hand. Plus, if you let the DJ know that you have a bride in tow, they're likely to give her a special shoutout.

For a whole night of bridal shenanigans, head to Duval Street, the center of Key West nightlife and home to plenty of bars like The Rum Bar, which, fittingly, has a colossal rum menu, and the Hog's Breath Saloon, which has an outdoor bar and live music. It all adds up to the perfect Key West bar crawl. To relax (and recover) from it all, book a boat to a Key West sandbar to catch some sun and swim in the warm waters of Florida.