The white sand beaches of 30A are stunning on any occasion, but there’s just something about a bachelorette party that makes them sparkle even more. It could be the excitement in the air before a wedding, or maybe the energy that comes with hanging out with your best girlfriends. Either way, your bachelorette trip is one you’ll remember for a lifetime.
30A is the perfect setting for a bachelorette getaway. We have the views, the sand, the shores, and delicious food, drinks, and events to explore during your trip. You can let loose at the bars here or enjoy a more quaint trip with activities like paddleboarding or simply sitting on the beach and watching the sunset.
Are you ready to see what 30A has to offer for your bachelorette getaway? We thought you’d never ask!
How to Get to 30A for Your Bachelorette Getaway
There are many ways to travel to 30A. If you live in the Southeastern United States, driving here may make the most sense. We’re only a five-hour drive from Atlanta and a seven-hour drive from Nashville!
Folks who live outside of a drivable radius have options, too, though. 30A has two main airports, Destin/Fort Walton Beach (VPS) and Panama City Beach (ECB). If you’re planning your bachelorette trip in Destin, Miramar Beach, or Santa Rosa Beach, we would fly into Destin. If you’re looking to party more toward Seaside, Rosemary Beach, or Laguna Beach, then PCB is probably your best bet. Both airports have a good selection of direct flights that will get you here in no time!
How Long Should My Bachelorette Party Trip to 30A Be?
Great question! Bachelorette parties can range anywhere from a single night to a long weekend. To get the most out of your time in 30A, we’d suggest spending at least two nights here—but the longer, the better! A three-day weekend is the perfect sweet spot for us.
Best Restaurants for your 30A Bachelorette Trip
Ah! It’s hard to narrow down the best restaurants in 30A for your trip. There’s a little bit of something for everybody along 30A, from absolutely delicious seafood spots to Instagrammable restaurants in Destin. Let’s narrow down some of the best choices by category.
Top Outdoor Dining Spots in 30A:
Enjoy the view at these incredible outdoor restaurants. Perfect for dinner, drinks, or both!
Pescado Seafood Grill & Rooftop Bar – Rosemary Beach ($$$)
Fish Out of Water
Location: WaterColor
Hours: Weekdays 11 AM – 10 PM, Weekends 8 AM – 10 PM
Surfing Deer
Hours: Monday–Saturday: 4:30 PM–9 PM
George’s at Alys Beach
Location: Alys Beach
Hours: Monday–Saturday: Lunch 11 AM–3 PM, Dinner 5 PM–9 PM
Bud & Alley’s
Location: Seaside
Hours: 8 AM – 8 PM, Daily
Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar
Location: Santa Rosa Beach
Hours: Open Daily 11 AM – 10 PM
Best Brunch Spots in 30A:
Whether it’s your first day in town and you want to start things off right or you’re a bit hungover from the night before, brunch is always a good idea. Here are our favorite places to eat brunch in 30A:
The Perfect Pig
Location: Santa Rosa Beach
Hours: Daily: Breakfast 8 AM–11 AM, Lunch 11 AM–3 PM, Closed 3–5 PM, Dinner 5–9 PM (Sunday brunch until 2 PM)
Pescado
Location: Rosemary Beach
Hours: Daily dinner: 4–10 PM (last seating 9:30 PM), Brunch Fri–Sun: 9:45 AM–2 PM (last seating 2 PM)
Cocktails only 2–4 PM daily
Blue Mabel
Location: Santa Rosa Beach
Hours: Wednesday–Monday, 3 PM–9 PM
Black Bear Bread Co.
Location: Seaside & Grayton Beach
Hours: Grayton Beach 7 AM – 3 PM, Seaside 7 AM – 5 PM
Where to Grab Drinks on Your 30A Bachelorette Trip
Looking for the best breweries and distilleries in 30A? Or perhaps you’re more of a cocktail person? Regardless, you can find a fantastic spot to wet your whistle here on the Emerald Coast.
Idyll Hounds Brewing Company
Location: Santa Rosa Beach
Hours: Mon-Thurs: 12 PM – 8 PM; Fri-Sat: 11 AM – 9 PM; Sun: 11 AM – 8 PM
Beach Camp Brew Pub
Locations: Grayton Beach & Destin
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11 AM – 10 PM; Fri-Sat: 11 AM – 11 PM
Distillery 98
Location: Santa Rosa Beach
Hours: Mon-Sun: 1 PM – 7 PM
Crabby Steve’s High Pointe
Location: Rosemary Beach
Hours: 11 AM – 7 PM, Tuesday-Sunday
Old Florida Fish House
Location: Santa Rosa Beach
Hours: Open Daily 11 AM – 3:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 10 PM
Activities to Explore during a 30A Bachelorette Trip
There are so many exciting activities to explore during a 30A bachelorette trip! Of course, you already have the most important ones covered—enjoying time out on the beach and indulging in all the delicious food our Emerald Coast culinary scene has to offer. That’s not all, though! Check out these other activities to round out your 30A bachelorette getaway:
- Enjoy a 30A Spa Day
- Go on a 30A shopping spree
- Explore a 30A state park like Grayton Beach and try water sports like kayaking!
- Embark on a sunset cruise
- Go on a 30A party bus!
Looking for even more guidance? Check out our Emerald Coast girls’ getaway blog for even more ideas!
Where to Stay on a 30A Bachelorette Getaway
9 Bed, 7.5 Bath Emerald Coast vacation rental Bellagio has a gorgeous oceanfront view and sleeps up to 20 guests, perfect for a bachelorette getaway in 30A!
When planning your bachelorette party, one of the most important components is deciding where to stay. This is often the most expensive portion of your stay, so you want to make sure you stay somewhere absolutely perfect and get some bang for your buck.
Of course, we must say that we’re a bit biased when we say that you should stay in one of our Benchmark Management vacation rental homes. But it’s true! There are so many incredible homes in our catalog, with a wide range of amenities ranging from gorgeous beachfront rentals to vacation rental homes with private pools. Traveling with many bridesmaids? No pronlem! Our large group rentals have enough room for the whole party! What could be more fun than lying with your girls next to the pool on a hot sunny Florida day?
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Wow! We knew planning a bachelorette getaway to 30A would be fun, but we had no idea there were so many exciting things to do and see in just a few days! It has us thinking about our next getaway…
If you’re also blown away by our 30A bachelorette getaway itinerary, you’re in luck! You’re in the perfect place to book your trip. So what are you waiting for?