How to Throw a Bachelorette Party in Miami

If you’re a single girl in your twenties, you’re sure to attend a bachelorette party, or weekend, at some point. I’ve been to my fair share and even planned one. So I’ve taken what I’ve learned to put together this post on how to have your own pre-bridal bash in Miami. The gorgeous beaches and late night party spots mean it’s a good spot to spend a weekend with your gals.

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Where to Eat in Miami

You can’t go to Miami without getting dozens of restaurant recommendations from visitors and locals. There are both casual and fine dining options to choose from. If you will be visiting during a busy weekend or are traveling with a big group, consider making a reservation on OpenTable.

For breakfast

News Cafe was a favorite spot of the late Gianni Versace for its all-day breakfast and patio dining. It’s open 24 hours on South Beach so you can always get eggs benedict. Enjoy healthy acai bowls, smoothies, and matcha at the Instagrammable Dreamer Acai. Las Olas Cafe is known for its all-day breakfast and Cuban sandwiches. Grab some pasteles for your crew to enjoy while getting ready at the hotel.

For lunch

Food halls are great for bachelorette groups because everyone can get something different. Luckily there are multiple in Miami! The new TimeOut Market has stalls with cocktails, sushi, burgers, pizza, and gorgeous desserts. Similarly, St. Roch Market (related to the one in New Orleans) has a cocktail bar, vegan cafe, Israeli food, and coffee. Ceviche is a light lunch before a big dinner and My Ceviche is the best place to enjoy it with multiple locations around town.

For dinner

Located in the courtyard of The Confidante Hotel, Bird & Bone is known for its Nashville hot chicken and Key West shrimp tacos. La Mar is inside the Mandarin Oriental and has a stunning Asian-Peruvian fusion menu. For funky tacos like grasshoppers, visit Taquiza. There are also options like pork, chicken, and corn along with sides.

For brunch

Yardbird Southern Table & Bar serves Southern favorites like chicken and biscuits. Portions are large and cocktails come in Mason jars. The Local House has local fresh ingredients in dishes like avocado toast, huevos rancheros, and lox and bagels. It’s not the only drag brunch in Miami, but Palace is certainly the best. They have unlimited mimosas, tacos, burgers, and pizzas.

For more on where to eat in Miami, check out our guides on This Is My South and Eater Miami.

What to Do in Miami

Don’t plan too much during your time in Miami because most of us are there to relax. But pick one or two things to do on Saturday morning as a group.

For pampered bachelorettes

What’s better than starting your day with yoga? Free yoga on the beach! There is a free public yoga class at the 3rd Street Beach as well as those offered by the Lincoln Road Athleta store and at Wynwood‘s Concrete Beach Brewery. Just leave a donation for your instructor. Treat yourself to a spa treatment or therapy at one of Miami’s hotels. The Betsy has a rooftop space overlooking the Atlantic Ocean with natural materials like bamboo and stone.

For adventurous bachelorettes

Grab a Paddleboard SUP Rental with Instruction from Miami Beach Paddleboards for around $30 or even go at night with LED-lit boards. Adventurous types can visit the 1924 Venetian Pool in Coral Gables, which is $20 for day visits. Your group can even book a Boat Party in Miami Bay to party on the water like a local.

For artsy bachelorettes

Explore the trendy area known for its galleries and murals on a Wynwood Walls and Street Art Tour. The area also hosts monthly art walks. If that’s not enough, you can also visit one of Miami’s half dozen art museums that focus on different art movements and periods. The Bass, Perez, and Wolfsonian are just a few.

For nature-loving bachelorettes

Get outside to explore Miami and its surrounding neighborhoods. Miami Beach Botanical Garden is free to visit and a short walk from Lincoln Road Mall. It features over two acres of plants native to South Florida as well as those from around the world. Sculptures and artwork are spread throughout the grounds. If time allows, go on a 3-hour Everglades Tour from Miami, featuring one of the world’s most unique ecosystems.

Where to Drink in Miami

Let’s be honest: a lot of people come to Miami just to party. The all-night party spots and mega clubs make it a popular destination. But there is more than one type of way to imbibe in Miami. Just remember to drink responsibly. No one wants to be that amateur tourist.

For creative cocktails

The Broken Shaker at The Freehand is rated one of the country’s best cocktail spots. Imbibe one of their signature creations in the backyard vibe. Grab a table early as it becomes crowded quickly. Driftway has poolside drinks and cocktails under the watchful eye of the iguana mural. Sip on a frozen margarita or local beer. Mama Tried is located in downtown Miami and is great for both happy hour and a late night out.

For day drinking

Concrete Beach Brewery in Wynwood has outdoor seating and games. Their beers have a tropical flair like the Tropic of Passion passionfruit wheat ale. Gramps is another legendary Wynwood spot with live music and daily happy hour. You also don’t have to stay up late to experience the nightlife. The day club at Hyde Beach is a local favorite for bottle service.

For dancing and late night fun

The nightlife in Miami is the stuff of legends. The Miami Club Crawl and Bachelorette Party South Beach Miami Nightclub Package are great ways to get entry into the hottest spots like Nikki Beach for your crew. Basement Miami is part club, part bowling alley, and oddly enough, part ice skating rink.

They don’t open until 11 pm and are located inside The Edition. Ball & Chain in Little Havana is the best place for salsa dancing. Mac’s Club Deuce was a favorite of the late Anthony Bourdain, open until 5 am and with all-day happy hour.

Where to Stay in Miami

Accommodations are the most expensive part of planning a bachelorette party in Miami. But thankfully there are some stylish hotel options that are also affordable. Start out by picking a neighborhood where you’d like to stay that is relevant to the places you’ll be going. Most people will want to be in Miami Beach.

Life House Little Havana is in Miami’s Cuban neighborhood. This chic and modern guesthouse has a rooftop pool, cafe, and rooms with top of the line toiletries.

Freehand Miami is technically a hostel, but don’t let that fool you. Even the dorms are stylishly furnished with plush bedding and privacy curtains. They also have private rooms, a pool, and a bar and restaurant.

Generator Miami is part of a European hostel chain but is one of the first to arrive in North America. They have a swanky cocktail bar, private and dorm rooms, free WiFi, and a pool.

The Betsy Hotel is known for its arts and culture, owned by the son of a Pulitzer Prize-winner. It has a cozy library with live music, rooftop spa treatments, and an in-house coffee shop.

Circa 39 Hotel is a mid-range boutique hotel in buzzing Miami Beach and features brightly colored decor, tasty cafe breakfasts, and beach chair access. There’s also a pool and cocktail lounge.

The Catalina Hotel & Beach Club has small rooms but great amenities including a rooftop pool, daily guest happy hour, and beach chairs. They also have multiple in-house restaurants.

The Miami Beach EDITION is an Ian Schrager-designed chain hotel located on bustling Collins Avenue. The beach resort boasts ocean view rooms, an in-house spa, a restaurant by Jean-Georges Vongerichten, and an entertainment complex with a bar, bowling alley, and ice skating rink.

Vagabond Hotel is a vintage-inspired boutique hotel. Formerly a Rat Pack hangout, rooms have 1950s furniture, WiFi, and flat-screen televisions. It also has a pool, cocktail bar, and a restaurant.

Airbnb is ideal for a larger group. Rent an apartment or house in one of the funky neighborhoods like Wynwood or Little Havana. Use our link for a first-time credit.

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Additional Advice

Plan for an early night on Friday since everyone will likely be traveling. This is the perfect time to enjoy games and chill drinks. I found this wedding-style Cards Against Humanity (Cads Against Matrimony) that was a hit with the group. I printed it off at home and cut up the cards myself for free. At other bachelorette parties, we’ve done the game where you guess which pair of panties represents which guest and the bride keeps them all.

You can also create your own photobooth and use the Podo as your camera with help from Pinterest. Keep the party going with this awesome playlist from PopSugar. Pick up some custom temporary tattoos to keep your group together as well as some phallic paraphernalia online. Make a Snapchat filter to document your trip.

Take Lyft everywhere and don’t risk DUIs. Rent something fabulous from Rent the Runway if you want to feel extra hot since most people dress up in Miami. I would also bring a pair of extra shoes in case your feet hurt. Tieks are my personal favorite.