If you’re about to tie the knot and are looking for somewhere to enjoy your final bash as a free and single man, with just about every kind of entertainment imaginable on offer, few places are better suited for your party than Vegas.
In fact, there’s so much to do that the biggest problem is likely to be deciding which options to go for – so to help, in this post we give you our top 17 picks for things to do on bachelor parties in Vegas.
Best Las Vegas Bachelor Party Ideas
1. Book a Suite
To set the tone for how you want things to go, the first thing to do when you arrive in Vegas is to check into your own luxury suite.
There’s almost no limit to how much you can spend on this, but if you’re willing to lay down several thousand bucks per night just for your room, you can expect amenities like a personal bar, a dining area, dedicated media and entertainment rooms, upgraded views, and more.
For example, for top-end luxury, you can opt for one of the opulent Chelsea Penthouses at The Cosmopolitan, which are built for guests who want a distinctive high-end resort experience. Another excellent option is a SKYLOFT at MGM Grand, which gives your group a more private and luxurious base before you head out.
Alternatively, look at large suites at places like The Signature at MGM Grand, Vdara, The Venetian, or The Palazzo if you want extra space without going straight to the most expensive penthouse tier.
2. Go on A Bar Crawl
One of the traditional and practically obligatory activities for just about all bachelor parties is to head out on a bar crawl.
Vegas is home to a huge range of bars to match all tastes, so you’re sure to be able to find more than enough watering holes to sink as many beers as you can handle.
A good tip is to leave the Strip and head to Downtown where you’ll find a large number of interesting and sometimes quirky bars – there are microbreweries serving high-quality craft beer, places with live music or DJs and just about anything else you could ask for.
If you want the night to run more smoothly, you can also book an organized bar crawl instead of making the best man plan every stop. This works especially well if your group is large or if some of the guys are visiting Vegas for the first time.
3. Go Clubbing
For those who want to spend a night on the tiles, you’ll be spoiled for choice in Vegas since Sin City boasts several veritable superclubs where you can dance to the sounds of top artists and world-renowned DJs till the early hours.
For example, Hakkasan, Omnia, Jewel, Drai’s, Tao, XS, Marquee, LIV, and Zouk are all venues worthy of hosting your last night as a single man. The exact DJ lineup changes by date, but Vegas clubs regularly feature EDM, hip hop, open-format DJs, and celebrity performers.
If you really want to push the boat out and make it a night to remember, you can also book a private table with VIP bottle service, living it up one last time before you tie the knot.
Here’s a tip though – don’t plan to hit an expensive, exclusive club on the same night as you do your bar crawl – because if you’re too smashed, you probably won’t remember much, and you might not even be allowed in.
4. Go to A Pool Party
Something else Vegas is rightly famous for is its wild pool parties, and if you’re in town to say goodbye to single life, it’s something you have to experience.
Among the best options are Encore Beach Club at Encore, Marquee Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan, Tailgate Beach Club at Mandalay Bay and Tao Beach at The Venetian.
Most offer cabanas or daybeds and bottle service for the full VIP treatment, allowing you to party throughout the day in style. Pool party calendars are seasonal and event-driven, so check the date before you build your bachelor weekend around a specific venue.
5. Play Poker
Of course, more than anything, Vegas has always been about gambling, so if you’re there for your bachelor party, you shouldn’t leave without trying your luck in the casinos.
Poker players will find no shortage of places offering tables with stakes to suit different budgets, although live poker rooms can change by casino and season.
If you think you can bluff with the best of them and possess nerves of steel, there are some high-stakes options in town – but if that sounds too rich for you, there are also plenty of games where you don’t stand to lose your life savings on a single hand.
And for those who don’t want to leave Vegas without trying their luck but who don’t know how to play poker, there are also endless slots, roulette tables, craps tables, blackjack games, and sportsbooks where you can join in the fun without risking more cash than you can afford.
6. Eat at A Buffet
For many, an essential part of the Vegas experience is to eat at one of the lavish buffets. Not every famous pre-pandemic buffet came back, but the best ones that remain can still be a great group meal for a bachelor party.
For an unsurpassed selection of delectable food items from around the world, head to the Bacchanal Buffet at Caesars Palace, an opulent buffet that offers a wide range of dishes for you to sample.
Alternatively, make your way over to Wicked Spoon at The Cosmopolitan for a more stylish buffet experience.
And of course, since it’s your bachelor’s do, you’ll probably also want a drink or two with your meal. Check the current drink packages before booking, because buffet drink deals, prices, and service windows can change.
7. Take in An Adult (or Non-Adult) Show
With it being a bachelor’s party, there’s a good chance you’ll be interested in a little titillation while you’re in town, and one option is to take in one of the spectacular Vegas adult shows.
For example, the provocative Absinthe in the Spiegeltent at Caesars Palace offers an intimate experience of impressive acrobatics, bawdy jokes and glamorous costumes.
Alternatively, the more explicitly sexy – but still just about acceptable as far as your conscience is concerned – the burlesque Fantasy show at Luxor boasts beautiful performers, dancing, comedy, and a late-night Strip show atmosphere.
However, while these shows are relatively innocent since they’re in no way “interactive”, we realize that some people might not be interested in such things just before their wedding day.
In that case, there are plenty of other shows in Vegas that aren’t even slightly naughty that you can check out instead, from Cirque du Soleil productions to comedy, magic, concerts, and sports.
8. Go to A Strip Club
On the other hand, if you’re about to get hitched, you may be of the opinion that you might as well make the most of your last days as a bachelor – and as they say, what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas – in which case, there are plenty of adult clubs to tempt you.
While lap dances and adult entertainment might not be something you’ll want to tell your fiancée about when you get home, a trip to an upmarket gentlemen’s club is seen as a must by many grooms-to-be.
There are plenty of venues to consider, and the sprawling Sapphire is likely to be near the top of many people’s list. Another popular option is Crazy Horse III, while Palomino is the only place in Vegas offering both full nudity and alcohol.
9. Drive a Supercar
Boys love their toys, so it doesn’t come much better than spending the afternoon test-driving some of the supercars of your dreams, one of the most popular bachelor party activities in Vegas.
Exotics Racing offers various supercar, karting or off-road packages and features vehicles such as Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Porsches, Audis and more for you to try.
Another option is the Dream Racing Driving Experience, which offers a similar range of supercars and allows you to test them out on the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, a track that plays host to NASCAR events.
10. Spend the Day Riding an ATV in the Desert
If you’re more into off-road driving and want to see a bit of the Las Vegas desert, take your party out on an ATV adventure.
You’ll get to experience the sand dunes and mountain scenery up close and personal as you zip across the rugged landscape on your own all-terrain vehicle.
While almost every visitor to Vegas samples the casinos, bars, clubs and restaurants, far fewer take the time to experience the surrounding desert – but the stark scenery is well worth making the effort to see, and an ATV tour is possibly the best way to do it.
Book early if you have a large group, and check whether transportation, helmets, goggles, taxes, fees, and damage waivers are included before comparing prices.
11. Take a Flight in A Helicopter
If you’ve never been in a helicopter, your bachelor party in Vegas is your chance to experience it for yourself, and several options are available.
One of the most popular choices involves a flight over the Las Vegas Strip by night, giving you the best possible view of Sin City in all its neon glory.
Alternatively, you can take a flight out to the Grand Canyon for unsurpassed aerial views of one of the world’s most breathtaking natural formations, something that you’re not likely to forget in a hurry.
Several companies offer helicopter flights over Vegas and the surrounding area, with other options, packages and itineraries also available.
12. Get Your Adrenaline Fix at The STRAT
For dedicated adrenaline junkies, a trip to The STRAT to experience the Thrill Rides is an essential stop on your bachelor party tour of Vegas.
Big Shot remains one of the most recognizable thrill rides at the top of The STRAT, shooting riders high into the air for a quick burst of tower-top adrenaline.
Insanity is another option when operating, spinning riders over the edge of the tower high above the Strip. The SkyJump is also available for those who want something even more intense than a seated ride.
X-Scream has historically been one of The STRAT’s best-known rides, but it is currently listed as closed. Check the official ride page before you plan around a specific attraction, because tower ride availability can change because of weather, maintenance, or operations.
Don’t worry, compared to married life, this will be a breeze!
13. See a Sports Game
An all-time classic – and wholesome – boys’ activity is to take in a sports game, and in Vegas, you can do so by cheering on the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena if hockey is your thing or the Las Vegas Raiders if you’re more of a football fan.
Depending on the season, you can also look for Las Vegas Aces basketball, Las Vegas Aviators baseball, UFC events, boxing, Formula 1 weekend events, NASCAR, or major soccer matches.
Even if no team is playing while you’re in town, there are still plenty of sports bars where you can catch a big match with your friends. And if you feel like placing a little bet on the outcome, there’s no shortage of sportsbooks in town either.
14. Go Hiking
For those who are less interested in partying 24/7 – or perhaps those who just want a break from all the craziness of Vegas to spend a little time close to nature – going for a day’s hiking in the surrounding area is a great alternative.
There are some excellent hiking opportunities in the vicinity of Las Vegas too. For example, Red Rock Canyon is only about 30 minutes out of town, making it easy to reach.
Other top picks include the Fire Wave Trail in Valley of Fire and cooler-season hikes around Lake Mead. Gold Strike Canyon is another classic adventure hike, but it is typically closed during the hottest months from mid-May through September, and temporary heat closures can happen outside those dates. Check current conditions before you send the whole bachelor party into the desert.
15. Relax in A Spa
Another option if you and your party want to escape from the chaos of Sin City for some relaxation and downtime is to book some time in a spa.
All the major resorts offer spa facilities and treatments, so the best option is probably to book into the spa at the resort where you’re staying. However, some of the best in town include the Qua spa at Caesars Palace and the spas at Wynn, The Venetian and Bellagio.
This is a great recovery plan for the morning after a late club night, especially if the group is starting to feel the bachelor weekend catching up.
16. Try Your Hand at Axe Throwing
For an hour or two of competitive fun with your buddies, make your way over to Axehole Vegas on Fremont Street to summon your inner lumberjack and show off your skills at axe throwing.
The experience starts with a quick lesson on what you’re supposed to do followed by a bit of practice – and then you’ll be unleashed to show what you’ve got.
Axehole also offers a rage room experience if you want to let off some steam by smashing stuff with the various tools and weapons provided – or perhaps save this one for after you’re married…
17. Go Paintballing
Another of the classic bachelor party activities is paintballing, and if you’ve never tried it before, your boys’ trip to Vegas is the perfect opportunity.
There are a couple of good companies offering paintballing in Vegas. For example, Combat Zone Paintball has paintball, gel blaster options, private events, and outdoor fields, allowing you to battle your friends for battlefield supremacy.
Paintball works best if your group wants something competitive and active before the night turns into drinks, dinner, and clubs. Book ahead for a bachelor party group, check the waiver rules, and confirm whether your package includes masks, markers, paintballs, air, and private-event space.
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So Much to Do from The Classic to The Quirky
Whether you’re looking to enjoy some of the classic bachelor party activities such as paintball or bar crawls or are more interested in quirky activities such as axe throwing – and not forgetting the clubs, casinos and shows – there’s plenty to keep you busy in Vegas.
In fact, there’s so much on offer that you’ll probably have trouble packing it all into a single short trip – but at least with our guide, you’ll know what’s available when you start planning.