Bachelorette Party Ideas in Seattle the Bride Will Never Forget

woman drinking a cocktail on a rooftop bar, one of the best bachelorette party ideas in Seattle

I’ve never had trouble coming up with bachelorette party ideas in Seattle. In fact, this is one of my favorite cities for hosting them. That’s because Seattle has everything you and your bridesmaids could ever want, be it a pampering spa day, splurging at the shops, or being outdoors.

Whether you’re all locals looking to celebrate, or you’re visiting and need a place to stay with a group, this guide will break down fun activities for you and your bachelorette party.

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Bachelorette Party Ideas in Seattle

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Rent out a spa

Renting out a spa for your bride is the perfect way to pamper them before the big day. Here are some of my favorite Seattle spas that let you reserve for a group:

The Ladies Room – Typically a silent, women-only spa, but anything goes for your party
Soak & Sage – Reserve the saunas, steam rooms, and cold plunge for groups of 4 or more
Spa Noir – Ideal for 3-8 people, with a heavier focus on skin treatments

The Ladies Room spa in Seattle — *Image courtesy of The Ladies Room*

Get beauty treatments together

If renting a spa will break the budget, fear not. You can still pamper your friends with a day of mani-pedis or fancy blowouts. Here are some deals I found on Groupon:

If those deals aren’t what you’re looking for, check out Swink Style Bar for blowouts or UrbanNailBox for eco mani-pedis.

Rent a party bus to go wine tasting

There are so many urban wineries in Seattle, especially around the SoDo neighborhood, that you could easily spend the day exploring them. Or better yet, rent a bus and spend the day tasting your way through the 100+ Woodinville tasting rooms.

Here are some companies offering wine tasting tours:

inside a modern tasting room, one of the best Woodinville wineries

Go on a brewery crawl in Ballard

If the bride is a beer nerd, take her on a brewery crawl through Ballard, AKA the beer capital of Seattle. There are more than a dozen breweries, each with a variety of ales and a host of food trucks to choose from.

Or break out of your comfort zone and book a ride on the Cycle Saloon. It’s a 16-person pedal-powered vehicle that’s designed to take you brewery hopping around Ballard.

Take in views from the water

If the weather is in your favor, one of the best ways to see Seattle is to get out on the water. You can book a boat cruise around the Seattle Locks or go on a 2-hour Seattle sailing harbor tour.

For a more low-key experience, rent out a floating wood-fired sauna from WildHaus, or if it’s a chilly day, rent a hot tub boat to cruise around Lake Union.

Attend a sultry cabaret, burlesque, or drag show

I’ve been to more bachelorette drag brunches than I can count, and I never tire of them. If you’re into cabaret or burlesque, check out The Triple Door, Pike Place’s Can Can Culinary Cabaret, or Julia’s on Broadway, home to Seattle’s longest-running drag cabaret experience.

For more extravagant experiences, check out Teatro Zinzanni, a cirque meets comedy and music experience. They take breaks throughout the year as they move to a new pop-up space, but the best part is the show changes with every turn over.

If food is the primary goal, savor a drag brunch at Dreamland Bar & Diner or catch a live show or musical performance at The Pink Door over some of the best Italian food in Seattle.

drag queen performing, one of the best birthday in Seattle idea.

Rent a room at a speakeasy or sexy bar

There are so many rooftop bars and speakeasies in Seattle, but most of us rarely make it a point to visit them. A bachelorette party is the perfect opportunity to book out a room at a new bar you’ve been eyeing.

I suggest stopping by Inside Passage, a quirky, underwater-themed tiki bar located inside Rumba rum bar. The drinks are served in comical glassware and the bar is just big enough to hold a small group of girlfriends. For rooftop bars, my go-to is mbar, a swanky, Middle Eastern restaurant meets cocktail bar.

People eating and drinking on a Seattle rooftop bar with Space Needle in the distance

Go on a bar crawl

Nothing says bachelorette party more than a bar crawl. I mean, bar crawls are fun for a reason, and what better excuse than a bachelorette celebration?

If you’re in Capitol Hill, I suggest snagging a reservation at Canon for their extensive spirits selection, then making reservations at Needle & Thread a speakeasy inside nearby Tavern Law. Then, head to The Unicorn for psychedelic carnival vibes and strong cocktails. End the night at Linda’s Tavern, a cowboy-themed bar with cheap drinks and delicious bar grub.

If you’re closer to Ballard, I suggest starting at the Hazlewood Bar for chic drinks on velvet plush couches, then going to Percy’s & Co. for some of the best comfort food in Seattle and Prohibition-era cocktails. End on a high note at King’s Hardware for some burgers and elevated dive bar vibes.

Go on a tour of the city

If you’re entertaining bridesmaids from out of town, what’s a better way to see the city than through a tour?

If you’re foodies, check out my self-guided food tours. In each, I cover different foodie neighborhoods and includes my top restaurants, plus alternates and tips on what to order and when to visit to get the most out of your experience. They’d be perfect for a crawl at your own pace without needing to stop the chatter like you would with a guided tour.

Self-guided Seattle food tour of the Ballard neighborhood

Ballard Tour

FREMONT TOUR

person diving fork into colorful layered cake from a restaurant on The Emerald Palate's self-guided Seattle food tour of the Georgetown neighborhood

Georgetown Tour

If you prefer a guide, check out these options:

Prefer something out of the ordinary? Here are some quirky non-eating tours:

person holding stack of 3 mini doughnuts from of the best Pike Place restaurants

Take a cooking or cocktail class together

Taking classes is one of the most underrated ways to spend an afternoon with friends. If you’re into food, The Pantry offers cooking classes and private dinners, or you can book a class with ambiance at Bella Luna Farms.

If you’re more into the dirty side of things, think gardening, beekeeping, or permaculture, visit 21 Acres in Woodinville and learn what it takes to maintain a sustainable green space.

Learn a craft together

Just like cooking classes, taking a craft class is a fun, wholesome friend date. Stir Up the Paint is a traveling paint and sip experience featuring local artists hosting at local wineries and bars.

I’ve participated in many events hosted at The Works, and they’re great about coming to you or a space you’re renting and teaching to a crowd. You can plant succulents, paint pottery, or even learn the art of sashiko mending. They also host The Bachelor watch parties!

Have a chef cook for your party at home

I’ve always wanted the excuse to book a private chef experience at home, and this seems like the perfect occasion. They’ll work with you to create a 4-course meal for up to 10 people. They provide all the ingredients and equipment, then clean up so you can focus on your friends.

Splurge on a fancy meal

How often do you get all of your friends together for an evening? Celebrate this rarity by splurging on a fine dining restaurant in Seattle. I’m partial to the Space Needle’s Loupe Lounge for cocktails and a scenic view if yor bachelorette party is during the off season when it’s open. Or try Ascend for their immaculate sushi and steak offerings, plus theatrical drinks. Sushi Kashiba is best for high-end sushi right in the heart of the market.

Try a new fitness class

Break out of your comfort zone with a fun fitness class, like this pole and boudoir dance class or this aerial yoga experience. If you’re into ballet or hip hop, check out the schedule at the Westlake Dance Center.

If you’ve never tried cat yoga, book a class for your group at the Seattle Meowtropolitan. They also have a cafe, and you can literally bask in a sound bath of cats. If you prefer dogs, there’s also Puppies & Yoga!

yogi petting a dog on a yoga mat — *Image courtesy of Pexels*

Go dancing

Celebrate your last night of freedom the old fashioned way, with some nightclub dancing! Here are some of my favorite nightclubs in Seattle:

Trinity – Two dance floors and a swanky Asian-themed cocktail lounge
Q – Bumping music with VIP table service
Neighbors Nightclub and Lounge – Capitol Hill’s longest running gay nightclub
Cowgirls Inc. – Pioneer Square’s country music hangout

Get good ‘ole fashion brunch

Brunch dates are the best dates, and that’s a hill I’ll die on. When it comes to bachelorette parties, they should always start or end with brunch. Here are some of my favorite brunch spots in Seattle:

Arthur’s – All-day cafe with Australian-inspired eats
The Whale Wins – European larder-style eatery from a James Beard-winning chef
Oddfellows – Aesethic as heck with brunch classics and cocktails
La Chingona Taqueria – Fun Mexican brunch spot with great drinks

person cutting into French toast at a brunch spot that's one of the best bachelorette party ideas in Seattle

Schedule a tarot or astrology reading

If you’re curious as to what the future holds for you and your pals, sign up for an in-person or virtual astrology reading from Jazmin, a Seattle astrologer.

Or book one of these psychics and tarot card readers:

Take the ferry to Bainbridge or Whidbey Island

If you have time for a weekend girls’ trip, hop on the ferry to Bainbridge Island or Whidbey Island for wine tasting or shopping. Bainbridge Island has tons of wineries and restaurants, plus a cute downtown sprinkled with boutiques.

Whidbey Island is Washington’s largest island and has its fair share of wineries, restaurants, and outdoor adventures like kayaking and whale watching.

If you don’t want to plan your trip, here are some tours on the islands:

Go on a yoga retreat

My sister and I often go on yoga retreats. I imagine doing this with a group of friends would make it an even better experience. iLa Yoga Studio offers two retreats in the fall and winter in Leavenworth at the Post Hotel and includes food and guided hikes.

Move Whole offers a yoga retreat on Orcas Island that includes daily yoga classes, guided journal prompts, and access to a gorgeous resort overlooking Doe Bay.

Yoga in the park, one of the best free things to do in Seattle — *Image courtesy of Seattle Yoga News*

Seattle bachelorette party itinerary ideas

One of the best bachelorette party ideas in Seattle is to spend a whole day or weekend together with your friends. If you only have one day in Seattle and want to see the city, here’s what I would do:

Sample food with my self-guided food tours in cute neighborhoods
Take this Seattle boat tour
Spend some time exploring Pike Place Market
Splurge on a fancy meal at Sushi Kashiba
Catch a sultry show at Can Can Cabaret
End with dancing at Trinity

For an itinerary more focused on pampering, spend your time like this:

Wake up with a fitness or yoga class
Get brunch at The Whale Wins
Soak at the Ladies Room, a floating sauna, or hot tub boat
Get mani-pedis and/or a blowout at a salon
Enjoy dinner and a show at The Pink Door
End the night at a speakeasy or with a bar crawl

woman enjoying a drink and views on an Argosy Cruise, a must do during a 2 days in Seattle itinerary

If you have 2 days:

If you can swing two days in Seattle, I’d use one of the itineraries above and do this on the second day:

Enjoy a drag brunch at Julia’s or Dreamland
Hire a bus to take you wine tasting in Woodinville
Book a personal chef to make you a meal at your home
Reserve a tarot card reading to enjoy over wine

Where to stay for a bachelorette party in Seattle

If you plan to stay overnight so you can fit in as many of these bachelorette party ideas in Seattle, here are some options. Each of these accommodations would be perfect for larger groups or close friends looking for a weekend of pampering. For more spots, check out my long list of cool places to stay in Seattle.

The Edgewater Hotel

website | 2411 Alaskan Wy (get directions) | neighborhood: Downtown | price: ~$229/nt | pet friendly

Hotel on the water with Seattle skyline in the background — *Image courtesy of The Edgewater Hotel*

The Edgewater Hotel is perfect if you want to be on the water and centrally located in downtown Seattle. Every room has the perfect view, and they have a range of suites that accommodate up to 2-4 people.

Book The Edgewater

Fairmont Olympic Hotel

website | 411 University St (get directions) | neighborhood: Downtown | price: ~$315/nt | pet friendly

lobby of the Fairmont Hotel in Seattle, a unique place to stay — *Image courtesy of Fairmont Olympic*

This is more of a splurge, but it’s so worth it if you’re group is looking to ball. The Fairmont Olympic is one of the top luxury hotels in Seattle, as evident from the pools, hot tub, afternoon tea service, spa, and hidden speakeasy. It’s also one of the best green hotels in Seattle.

Book the Fairmont Olympic

Thompson Seattle Hotel

website | 110 Stewart St (get directions) | neighborhood: Downtown | price: ~$353/nt | pet friendly

woman in a robe drinking coffee while on a staycation in Seattle overlooking downtown

I love staying at the Thompson whenever I’m enjoying a staycation in Seattle. You’re greeted with champagne upon check-in, and many of the rooms offer a scenic waterfront view. They also have one of my favorite rooftop bars and is within walking distance to all the best downtown attractions.

Book the Thompson Seattle

Vintage Seattle Gem

bright condo perfect to rent with a bachelorette party

This rental is suitable for large groups who wants to stay together in a house and keeps you in close proximity to some of Seattle’s coolest neighborhoods. Each of the bedrooms in this modern Capitol Hill home has a queen bed, and the multi-level design makes it easy to spread out. Plus the view is ideal and there’s plenty of private parking (which is a steal in this part of town).

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