14 Best San Diego Bachelorette Party Ideas: How to Plan and Where to Go

Sunshine, surf, and plenty of coastal charm make San Diego a superb destination for just about any occasion.

However, with equal opportunities for R&R as well as raucous partying, America’s Finest City holds steady as a premier bachelorette party destination. Keep reading to discover how to plan the perfect San Diego bachelorette party!

From picnics in the sand at Pacific Beach to popping bottles of bubbly on the scenic rooftop by STK, there are endless bachelorette party ideas to be uncovered in San Diego.

Cruise through the Bay as you soak in the city’s sparkling lights, or give your BFF a rollicking good time on a tequila and tacos tour.

However you choose to celebrate the bride-to-be, a bachelorette San Diego is in store! Keep reading for the best San Diego bachelorette party ideas!

Where to Stay in San Diego For Bachelorette Party

Stunning scenery, vibrant nightlife within walking distance, and quaint neighborhoods just overflowing with charm make this SoCal oasis a must-visit locale.

Pamper your tribe of feisty females with a luxurious stay in an amenity-filled full-service resort, or opt for a boutique hotel in the historic Gaslamp Quarter. 

Choose to get glam in downtown San Diego at Pendry San Diego, or hole up in a quaint inn just minutes from the city. With so many San Diego Hotels and Resorts to choose from, your bachelorette party San Diego will have no problem selecting the most sensational lodgings. As always, make your reservations without hesitation, knowing you are always guaranteed our lowest rates.

exterior of Kimpton Solamar Hotel at night with view of street in San Diego, California, USA
photo credit: Solamar San Diego via Facebook

Bachelorette Party Ideas San Diego: Beaches

Pacific Beach

Is your lovely bride-to-be all about that Vitamin D? Take a break from breakneck brunching and champagne toasting when you schedule some quality time at Pacific Beach for the bachelorette in San Diego.

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In warmer months, jump in the ocean at North Pacific Beach for a refreshing reprieve, or if it’s too chilly for a swim, explore the three miles of the boardwalk on foot or via bike rental.

Pack a basket of yummy snacks and fun card games and you’ve got one premier picnic. 

Wide shot of Pacifica State Beach at sunset with two surfers walking near the water in San Francisco, California, USA
photo credit: Ellis Coombs via Facebook

Mission Bay

Want to dive into a water wonderland? Set your sights on San Diego’s Mission Bay and be ready to experience over 4,000 acres of aquatic adventure.

Get your girl gang’s blood pumping with an hour or two of paddleboarding, jet skiing, or wakeboarding. More comfortable on dry land? Take to the streets to explore Mission Beach’s funky swimsuit shops, beach bars, and cafes.

For a full-on dose of old-school entertainment head to Belmont Park. Enjoy an afternoon of roller coasters, waffle cones, and rock climbing. 

Sunset at Mission Bay Park - San Diego, California, USA
photo credit: Barry Alman via Facebook

Eat, Drink, and be Marry

Rooftop by STK

Nestled in the Gaslamp district in San Diego California, STK San Diego provides ample space, awe-inspiring views, and one epic rooftop pool. Located on the rooftop of the effortlessly chic and stylish Andaz San Diego hotel, STK offers a swanky lounge space ideal for any female-focused get-together.

Pop that bubbly, and soak in the showstopping city views, specialty cocktails, and sublime shareable plates. Bless your bestie with bottle service, live music, and the city’s largest rooftop bar when you congregate on one of their plush lounges or daybeds.

Sip on a ‘tiki spritz’ or ‘hot mess’ cocktail as you tuck into mouth-watering appetizers like prosciutto prawns and fries, and pork belly banh mi. Inclement weather is no issue since STK boasts a fully retractable roof and walls.

Close up of the lounger are at The Rooftop at STK, wooden couched with white cousins and lamps on the back wall in San Diego, California, USA
photo credit: Andaz San Diego via Facebook

Upper East

An intimate VIP-like experience coupled with a buzzing rooftop bar scene? Yes, please! Sunbathe on a comfy chaise lounge as you sip an ice-cold glass of Chardonnay, or cozy up with a hot toddy by the crackling fire pit.

However you and your bride crew choose to enjoy Upper East at the Hotel Solamar, you are in for quite a treat. Snap endless selfies and be sure to capture the epic city skyline before you indulge in a round of artisanal cocktails and house-made charcuterie.

Splish splash by the pool, partake in outdoor games or upgrade your San Diego celebration by reserving a private cabana.

Brothels, Bites, and Booze Food Tour

Equal parts pub crawl and history lesson, the Brothels, Bites, and Booze Food Tour is an interactive and exciting way to imbibe and embrace history with your fellow lady gang.

Chow down on Gyro Greek quesadillas, fish tacos, and ice cream as you pull back the curtain on the Gaslamp Quarter’s fascinating history. Study the area’s landmark buildings, explore the infamous red-light district, and uncover the secrets of the ladies of the night.

From Prohibition-era gangsters to salacious scandals of the city’s seedy underbelly, this two-and-a-half-hour walking tour will have you begging for more. Quench your thirst with samples of craft cocktails, microbrews and more as you wind down your evening in the Stingaree District.

a group of people paying attention to a tourist guide 
photo credit: So Diego via Facebook

Bachelorette Things to Do in San Diego: Tequila, Tacos, and Tombstones Tour

Need to add some South of the border flavor to your bachelorette festivities? Save your boring bar crawls for another day when you book your Tequila, Tacos, and Tombstones Tour.

Meld your love of the paranormal with the potent punch of tequila when you strike out on foot for two and a half hours of Mexican cuisine, bone-chilling history, and cocktail sampling.

Travel back in time, as you experience education on the area’s colorful history ranging from the early Spanish settlements to the California Gold Rush.

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Appreciate Old Town San Diego’s rich heritage and ties to Mexican culture as you munch on mouthwatering mouthfuls of tacos and authentic homemade tortillas.

Toss back a few customary cocktails crafted with artisanal tequila, as you muster up the courage to brave the ghosts, graveyards, and restless spirits lurking in the Whaley House. The very locale was deemed one of America’s most haunted spots by the Travel Channel.

a group of people paying attention to a tourist guide 
photo credit: So Diego via Facebook

San Diego Club Crawl – Nightlife Party Tour

Load up on glitter and Red Bull, because tonight your clique of cuties is getting down! Take the guesswork out of club-hopping in the Gaslamp Quarter when you sign up for a San Diego Club Crawl – Nightlife Party Tour.

Celebrate your sexy bride-to-be as you spend four hours visiting some of the hottest bars and nightclubs in America’s Finest City. Show off your moves on the dance floor, play fun bar games, and take advantage of the sizzling drink specials and free welcome shot.

Meet fellow travelers, and get a feel for the bustling bar scene through your professional hosts’ tips and tricks. 

Luxury Private Wine Tasting Tour to Guadalupe Valley from San Diego

Wine not send your beautiful bestie off in sophisticated style? Prove your truly Maid of Honor material, when you surprise the bachelorette party with a full day Luxury Private Wine Tasting Tour to Guadalupe Valley from San Diego.

Sip, swill, and sample artisanal red, whites, and roses to your heart’s content as you live out your vineyard fantasies on this ten-hour tour.

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Let the smooth tannins of some of Mexico’s finest varietals bloom on your tongue, as you visit three distinct wineries and enjoy a succulent Baja Mediterranean farm to table lunch at Finca Altozano.

Revel in scenic stops at El Mirador, document the breathtaking bay views of Todos Los Santos and sample complimentary cheese as you inhale the flavorful bouquets of everything from Cabernet to Merlot.

View of a table full of people with wine glasses smiling for the photo on the Luxury Private Wine Tasting Tour to Guadalupe Valley in San Diego, California, USA
photo credit: Baja California Wine Tours via Facebook

Things to Do in San Diego for Bachelorette Party: Sublime Self Care

The Spa at Estancia La Jolla

Pamper your posse with a healthy dash of R&R when you reserve a very special spa day at Estancia La Jolla. Delight in the property’s lush gardens filled with palm trees and bamboo as you admire the Spanish Colonial architecture.

With nine treatment rooms, a saltwater pool garnished by private daybeds and cabanas, and a Eucalyptus steam room, your gaggle of girlfriends will want to carve out a whole day to enjoy the treasures of La Jolla.

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The treatments here focus on organic ingredients, and you can choose to glow up that complexion with a signature Estancia facial which uses micro-current, transdermal infusion, and LED light therapy, or soothe some tired muscles with a 50-minute Tension Tamer massage.

Be sure to pack that bikini as you’ll want to grab some rays by their sizable pool, post spa service treatment. 

View of the bath rum and massage room with two beds and lots of greenery surrounding it at The Spa at Estancia La Jolla in San Diego, California, USA
photo credit: Estancia La Jolla via Facebook

Mission Bay Resort Spa

Achieve the elusive mind, body, balance when you pencil in a day of holistic wellness and self-connection at the Mission Bay Resort Spa to your shortlist of bachelorette party ideas in San Diego.

This nationally ranked resort is an epicenter of relaxation, where your frazzled wife-to-be can choose from a diverse array of bespoke, luxury spa treatments. Quiet the mind with a meditation Himalayan salt table, or experience the extraordinary hydrating effects of a hyaluronic radiance facial.

Make your San Diego Spa Day unforgettable by springing for a full spa package. We love the ‘perfect day’ which features a 50-minute massage, a 50-minute facial, classic pedicure, and tasty spa lunch. 

Things to Do in San Diego Bachelorette Party: HunkoMania

We firmly believe that male strippers belong in every bachelorette party’s self-care arsenal. You are going to want to thank god for the chiseled specimens on deck at HunkoMania San Diego.

Lights, costumes, and more muscles than you can count! The magnificent performers of HunkoMania are back at it every Friday and Saturday night to make your last single lady fantasies come true.

Prime yourself for two hours of tantalizing stripping, dancing, and acrobatics as these men bring the fire. Like Magic Mike come to life, no bride can resist the sizzle or lap dances from a world-famous Hunk. 

View of a catwalk with women on either side of it with low light and a drag queen dressed in black talking to the crowd at Hunk-O-Mania in San Diego, California, USA
photo credit: Hunk-O-Mania via Facebook

San Diego Bachelorette Party Activities: Sightseeing & Cruises

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

Bright lights, big city! Illuminate your bachelorette activities in San Diego with a vibrant San Diego City Lights Tour. This one-and-a-half-hour tour will lead you through a captivating journey of the Gaslamp Quarter.

Pause for a moment to appreciate the vintage charm, Victorian architecture, and buzzing nightlife of this happening area.

Meanwhile, keep your phone or camera fully charged. You’ll be dying to document every inch of Balboa Park, the Coronado Bridge, and the lights of Tijuana Mexico.

Commemorate this festive occasion with one final stop to Coronado’s Ferry Landing. Seize this opportunity to immortalize the jaw-dropping beauty of San Diego’s skyline.

San Diego City Building during the evening.
photo credit: Hotel Iris via Facebook

Captain Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Safari

Inhale that fresh ocean air as you scour the Pacific for our planet’s most adorable marine life. Captain Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Safari is an epic excursion that will put you front and center with sea lions, whales, dolphins, and more.

Choose to hit the high seas in a high-speed catamaran. Or intimate Zodiac then cruise about learning all about the location’s diverse marine life.

Delight your ears with the dulcet sounds of dolphin and whale vocalizations when you utilize the hydrophones. Or imagine what it’s like to swim with these majestic mammals when you glimpse their underwater antics using Capt. Dave’s exclusive Eye-to-Eye Viewing Pods.

Your entire whale watching experience is packed full of expert narration, invaluable naturalist facts, and of course Mrs. Capt. Dave’s legendary Triple Fudge Brownies.

white whale watch touring boat full of people sailing at sunset with orange sky in background
Photo Credit: San Diego Whale Watch via Facebook

San Diego Harbor Cruise by Flagship

Searing sights, stunning Bay views, and sea lions! Life doesn’t get much better than a fully narrated San Diego Harbor Cruise by Flagship.

For over a hundred years Flagship has been thrilling tourists and locals alike with their informative and entertaining cruises.

Get the lay of ‘America’s Finest City’ when you opt for a one or two-hour cruise. Choose either the North or South Bay. Or combine both for the deluxe full tour experience. Savor iconic sights such as:

  • North Island Naval Air Station
  • Harbor and Shelter Islands
  • Naval Sub Base
  • Cabrillo National Monument
  • Coronado Bay Bridge
  • Point Loma

Don’t forget to pick up your free souvenir photo to commemorate your seaworthy bachelorette party in San Diego. 

Flagship cruise on water with San Diego skyline in background during sunset at San Diego, California, USA
photo credit: Flagship Cruises & Events via Facebook

Bridesmaid dresses, showers, and wedding favors, oh my! We know that planning the picture-perfect Bachelorette party can be a daunting task. 

However, one visit to the sun-kissed beaches, bustling rooftop bars, and sublime taco stands your bridal party will be cheering upon seeing all San Diego has to offer.

Savor every second of SoCal festivities and fun. Whether you are at a luxury La Jolla spa or sipping wine in the Guadalupe Valley. Or even sampling cocktails in the Gaslamp Quarter’s former red-light district. Your brilliant bachelorette San Diego ideas will wow Team Bride.

From saltwater-filled days of paddleboarding and jet skiing to downtown pub crawls and pool parties. There’s never been a better time to grab your girl gang and head to America’s Finest City for your bachelorette party location!

Did We Miss Any Great Bachelorette Ideas San Diego?

What will make the short list for your San Diego bachelorette itinerary? Tell us how you’re planning your bacherlotte party in the comments below!


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Written by Isis Maya Nissman

A New York native, Isis-Maya spent most of her professional life working in TV production until a vacation whisked her away to Central...


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