If you’re looking for a weekend getaway with the girls for a Bachelorette Party, Door County is one of my favorite options in the Midwest! There’s so much to do so you can tailor your trip to the bride’s favorite activities. It’s for the low-key travelers, the adventure seekers, and the partiers! Really the perfect destination.
The cost here can very greatly but this one’s estimated at $400-$500/person. Is that a shock? The price of the first bachelorette party I went to was too! Now I have some idea of what to expect depending on the bride and location!
Plan Ahead!
Book Lodging Well in Advance
Summer is peak season in Door County. This means it’s the best time of year to go if you want to take advantage of weather, restaurants, and shops. But, it also means that things fill up quickly and hotels and vacation rentals are more expensive!
Sister Bay is a hot spot for bars, restaurants, and fun! Fish Creek or Egg Harbor are better for shopping and close to wineries, breweries, hiking and biking.
Consider Activities that the Bride Likes
Wine tasting? Ghost tour? Beach? Biking? Boating? Hiking? Eating? Spa? Shopping? Fruit picking? Art? Door County has. it. all.
If you’re considering doing a tour of some sort (I.e. kayaking tour, trolley tour, etc.), consider making reservations in advance so you’re ready to go the weekend of the party!
Make Reservations for Lunch and Dinner
Just as you would make a group reservation in a major city, you should also make a reservation in Door County! Again, summer will be crowded, and other seasons will have limited dining options.
Sample Schedule and Costs
Friday Afternoon/Evening : Arrive at Your “Home Base” :
- Get settled. Have a drink. Catch up!
- Prepare an easy dinner, charcuterie snacks, or order pizza from Wild Tomato for pick-up.
- If there are any gifts or games for the bride, Friday night is a great night to do this!
- Cook and eat breakfast. Or, stop for coffee and breakfast sandwiches at Blue Horse Cafe.
- Morning Activity Options:
- Rent Bikes at Nor Door Sports and Cycle and Bike through Peninsula State Park.
- If it’s raining: make your own art at Hands-On Art Studio.
- Pick up snacks from a local grocery store or bakery for a light lunch.
Saturday Afternoon:
- Sailing Cruise with Sail Door County. You can also do a sunset cruise instead if you’re doing a late dinner!
Saturday Late-Afternoon/Early Evening:
- Get ready for drinking and dinner!
- Drinking options:
- Winery (My favorite is Stone’s Throw. It’s worth it to opt for the more expensive wine tasting there. )
- Brewery
- Cider House
Saturday Dinner:
- Try a fancy farm dinner as your main event at Door County Underground! I haven’t tried it but it looks fun!
- Or make reservations for Parador (Egg Harbor).
Saturday Night Out:
- Bars with Live Music:
- Husby’s in Sister Bay
- Door County Brewing Co. in Bailey’s Harbor
- One Barrel Brewing Company in Egg Harbor
Sunday Morning:
- Check out of Vacation Rental.
- Brunch at Al Johnson’s or White Gull Inn.
- Quick hike at Cave Point County Park on your way out of the Peninsula.
Costs:
Lodging: $200/night for a hotel room – $1,000/night for a vacation rental. Summer is peak season, so book well in advance! Keep in mind the number of people you will have. Estimated: $600/night for 8 people x 2 nights = $150/person
Food at home: Variable. Estimated $30/person
Drinks at home: Variable. Estimated $20/person
Bike Rental: $30/person
Sail Door County: $50/person
Winery/Brewery/Cidery: $20/person
Saturday Dinner Out: Estimated $50/person at Parador, or $175/person for farm dinner
Drinks Out: $8-$13/drink x 3 drinks = $39
Brunch: $20/person
Transportation: Variable to individual
Total Estimated Cost per Person: $400 – 500
You may not be able to fit in all of the activities above. You may want to keep it chill and rent a super nice vacation rental and just spend time at the beach and winery. Whatever you do, enjoy Door County! Your Bachelorette will love it!
