Best Girls Trip Destinations in the U.S.
Looking for the perfect spot to plan your next girls trip? Whether your crew is craving a beach getaway, a foodie city, a wine country weekend, or a mountain escape, the U.S. is packed with destinations that are ideal for women traveling together.
We rounded up 40 amazing girls trip ideas across the country, organized by vibe, from big cities full of shopping and shows, to cozy small towns with spas and charm. Each destination includes the best time to visit, closest airport, what it’s known for, budget range, where to stay, and a catchy theme to set the tone for your trip. (Note: “Better For:” below refers to if a hotel or a rental is better for accommodations in that city.)
Big City Fun
Perfect for groups who want energy, shopping, nightlife, and plenty to do without ever running out of options.
New York City, NY
Vibe: Glamorous, nonstop energy
Best Time to Visit: Fall (great weather, fewer crowds)
Closest Airport: JFK, LGA, EWR
Known For: Broadway shows, shopping, rooftop bars, world-class museums
Budget Range: $ (hostels), $$ (boutique hotels), $$$ (luxury Midtown hotels)
Better For: Hotel (central for shows and shopping)
Theme: Broadway & Bubbly
Los Angeles, CA
Vibe: Stylish, sunny, and celeb-inspired
Best Time to Visit: Spring & Fall
Closest Airport: LAX
Known For: Hollywood, beaches, shopping, wellness scene
Budget Range: $ (Airbnbs near Venice), $$ (West Hollywood boutiques), $$$ (Beverly Hills luxury hotels)
Better For: Both
Theme: Stars & Spas
Chicago, IL
Vibe: Urban fun with lakefront views
Best Time to Visit: Summer & Fall
Closest Airport: ORD or MDW
Known For: Architecture tours, rooftop bars, incredible food scene
Budget Range: $ (downtown hostels), $$ (boutique hotels), $$$ (5-star city hotels)
Better For: Hotel (walkable downtown is key)
Theme: Windy City Weekenders
Dallas, TX
Vibe: Chic southern city with glam flair
Best Time to Visit: Spring & Fall
Closest Airport: DFW
Known For: Shopping, Tex-Mex, rooftop patios
Budget Range: $ (Airbnbs Uptown), $$ (boutique hotels), $$$ (luxury downtown hotels)
Better For: Both
Theme: Tex-Mex & Heels
Boston, MA
Vibe: Historic charm meets modern city
Best Time to Visit: Fall & Summer
Closest Airport: BOS
Known For: History, seafood, shopping on Newbury Street
Budget Range: $ (Back Bay hostels), $$ (boutique hotels), $$$ (luxury waterfront hotels)
Better For: Hotel
Theme: Lobsters & Laughs
Miami, FL
Vibe: Trendy, beach-meets-nightlife
Best Time to Visit: Winter & Spring
Closest Airport: MIA
Known For: Art Deco vibes, Cuban food, beach clubs
Budget Range: $ (South Beach hostels), $$ (boutique hotels), $$$ (luxury beachfront hotels)
Better For: Hotel
Theme: Salsa & Sunsets
Nashville, TN
Vibe: Energetic, music-filled, nightlife
Best Time to Visit: Spring & Fall
Closest Airport: BNA
Known For: Honky-tonks, live music, hot chicken
Budget Range: $ (budget-friendly dives), $$ (boutique hotels), $$$ (luxury downtown hotels)
Better For: Hotel
Theme: Boots & Besties
Austin, TX
Vibe: Eclectic, foodie, music-friendly
Best Time to Visit: Spring & Fall
Closest Airport: AUS
Known For: BBQ, Barton Springs, nightlife
Budget Range: $ (funky Airbnbs), $$ (boutique hotels), $$$ (luxury downtown hotels)
Better For: Both
Theme: BBQ, Beats & Besties
Las Vegas, NV
Vibe: Bold, over-the-top fun
Best Time to Visit: Spring & Fall
Closest Airport: LAS
Known For: Casinos, shows, world-class restaurants
Budget Range: $ (budget casinos), $$ (mid-strip hotels), $$$ (luxury resorts)
Better For: Hotel (Strip-based for easy access)
Theme: Glitz, Glam & Girls
New Orleans, LA
Vibe: Festive, soulful, food + music
Best Time to Visit: Spring & Fall
Closest Airport: MSY
Known For: French Quarter, jazz, beignets, cocktails
Budget Range: $ (guesthouses), $$ (Airbnbs in Marigny), $$$ (luxury French Quarter hotels)
Better For: Both
Theme: Beads & Beignets
Beach Escapes
Sunny getaways perfect for sand, cocktails, and easy relaxation.
Amelia Island, FL
Vibe: Charming southern beach town with a relaxed pace
Best Time to Visit: Spring & Fall
Closest Airport: Jacksonville Intl (JAX)
Known For: Quiet beaches, historic downtown, spas
Budget Range: $ (beach motels), $$ (Airbnbs), $$$ (luxury resorts like the Ritz-Carlton)
Better For: Both
Theme: Seashells & Spa Days
Key West, FL
Vibe: Laid-back tropical escape with nightlife
Best Time to Visit: Winter & Spring
Closest Airport: Key West Intl (EYW)
Known For: Duval Street, snorkeling, gorgeous sunsets
Budget Range: $ (guesthouses), $$ (Airbnbs), $$$ (luxury oceanfront resorts)
Better For: Both
Theme: Margaritas & Mermaids
San Diego, CA
Vibe: Laid-back beach meets city fun
Best Time to Visit: Year-round, especially summer
Closest Airport: San Diego Intl (SAN)
Known For: Beaches, tacos, breweries, Gaslamp nightlife
Budget Range: $ (Airbnbs in Mission Beach), $$ (downtown hotels), $$$ (luxury resorts in La Jolla)
Better For: Both
Theme: Tacos & Tans
Santa Rosa Beach / 30A, FL
Vibe: Chic Gulf Coast with boutique shopping and beautiful beaches
Best Time to Visit: Spring & Fall
Closest Airport: Destin-Fort Walton Beach (VPS) or Panama City Beach (ECP)
Known For: White-sand beaches, boutique shops, lively food scene
Budget Range: $ (small beach rentals), $$ (Airbnbs), $$$ (luxury beachfront homes)
Better For: Rental
Theme: Beaches & Boutiques
Santa Monica, CA
Vibe: Trendy coastal city with a mix of beach + LA energy
Best Time to Visit: Spring & Fall
Closest Airport: LAX
Known For: Santa Monica Pier, shopping, coastal dining
Budget Range: $ (retro motels), $$ (boutique hotels), $$$ (luxury oceanfront resorts)
Better For: Hotel
Theme: Poolside & Polaroids
Newport, RI
Vibe: Coastal chic with a sailing culture
Best Time to Visit: Summer
Closest Airport: Providence (PVD) or Boston Logan (BOS)
Known For: Mansions, sailing, seafood
Budget Range: $ (inns), $$ (Airbnbs), $$$ (luxury oceanfront resorts)
Better For: Both
Theme: Sails & Sangria
Martha’s Vineyard, MA
Vibe: Classic New England island charm
Best Time to Visit: Summer
Closest Airport: Boston Logan (BOS) + ferry, or MVY regional
Known For: Beaches, sailing, lobster rolls, lighthouses
Budget Range: $ (quaint inns), $$ (Airbnbs), $$$ (luxury seaside resorts)
Better For: Both
Theme: Clam Bakes & Cocktails
Cannon Beach, OR
Vibe: Coastal, artsy, and photogenic
Best Time to Visit: Summer
Closest Airport: Portland Intl (PDX)
Known For: Haystack Rock, art galleries, cozy cafes
Budget Range: $ (Airbnbs), $$ (boutique inns), $$$ (luxury oceanfront hotels)
Better For: Both
Theme: Sand & Selfies
Santa Barbara, CA
Vibe: Polished, coastal wine charm
Best Time to Visit: Fall & Spring
Closest Airport: Santa Barbara (SBA), LAX as backup
Known For: Ocean views, boutique shopping, wine tasting
Budget Range: $ (Airbnbs near Funk Zone), $$ (boutique inns), $$$ (luxury oceanfront resorts)
Better For: Both
Theme: Waves & Wine
Big Sur, CA
Vibe: Dramatic, unplugged coastal retreat
Best Time to Visit: Spring & Fall
Closest Airport: Monterey (MRY) or San Jose (SJC)
Known For: Clifftop views, scenic drives, retreats
Budget Range: $ (cabins), $$ (Airbnbs), $$$ (luxury resorts like Post Ranch Inn)
Better For: Both
Theme: Views & Vino
Wine & Foodie Retreats
Sip, savor, and shop in destinations made for indulgence.
Napa & Sonoma, CA
Vibe: Sophisticated wine escape
Best Time to Visit: Fall & Spring
Closest Airport: San Francisco (SFO) or Oakland (OAK)
Known For: Wine tasting, hot air balloons, vineyard tours
Budget Range: $ (Airbnbs), $$ (boutique inns), $$$ (luxury resorts)
Better For: Both
Theme: Wine Not?
Santa Fe, NM
Vibe: Artsy, cultural, desert charm
Best Time to Visit: Fall & Spring
Closest Airport: Santa Fe (SAF), Albuquerque (ABQ) backup
Known For: Art galleries, Native American + Spanish culture, spas
Budget Range: $ (casitas), $$ (boutique inns), $$$ (luxury spa resorts)
Better For: Both
Theme: Southwest Soul Sisters
Charlottesville, VA
Vibe: Southern wine country meets historic charm
Best Time to Visit: Fall & Spring
Closest Airport: Charlottesville (CHO), Dulles backup
Known For: Vineyards, Blue Ridge views, Monticello
Budget Range: $ (Airbnbs), $$ (inns), $$$ (luxury countryside resorts)
Better For: Both
Theme: Vino in Virginia
Hudson Valley, NY
Vibe: Cozy, artsy, countryside escape
Best Time to Visit: Fall foliage, Spring blooms
Closest Airport: Albany (ALB) or NYC train
Known For: Wineries, antique shopping, farm-to-table dining
Budget Range: $ (farmhouse rentals), $$ (inns), $$$ (luxury countryside hotels)
Better For: Rental
Theme: Cabernet & Cozy Nights
Portland, OR
Vibe: Quirky, foodie, outdoorsy
Best Time to Visit: Summer & Fall
Closest Airport: Portland Intl (PDX)
Known For: Breweries, coffee, waterfalls
Budget Range: $ (Airbnbs), $$ (boutique hotels), $$$ (luxury downtown stays)
Better For: Both
Theme: Brews, Views & Besties
Ojai, CA
Vibe: Wellness + wine in a valley setting
Best Time to Visit: Fall & Spring
Closest Airport: Santa Barbara (SBA), LAX backup
Known For: Spas, yoga, local wines
Budget Range: $ (Airbnbs), $$ (casitas), $$$ (Ojai Valley Inn)
Better For: Both
Theme: Wellness & Wine
Asheville, NC
Vibe: Mountain chic, artsy, brewery scene
Best Time to Visit: Fall
Closest Airport: Asheville (AVL), Charlotte (CLT) backup
Known For: Blue Ridge Parkway, Biltmore, craft beer
Budget Range: $ (cabins), $$ (Airbnbs), $$$ (resorts)
Better For: Rental
Theme: Brews & Blue Ridge
Savannah, GA
Vibe: Historic southern charm with a festive side
Best Time to Visit: Spring
Closest Airport: Savannah/Hilton Head (SAV)
Known For: Squares, ghost tours, cocktails-to-go
Budget Range: $ (rental homes), $$ (B&Bs), $$$ (luxury riverfront hotels)
Better For: Both
Theme: Sweet Tea & Secrets
Charleston, SC
Vibe: Charming, coastal southern city
Best Time to Visit: Spring & Fall
Closest Airport: Charleston Intl (CHS)
Known For: Historic homes, Rainbow Row, Lowcountry cuisine
Budget Range: $ (B&Bs), $$ (Airbnbs), $$$ (luxury inns)
Better For: Both
Theme: Charm & Champagne
Saratoga Springs, NY
Vibe: Spa town with shopping and horse-racing flair
Best Time to Visit: Summer & Fall
Closest Airport: Albany (ALB)
Known For: Mineral springs, horse racing, boutique shops
Budget Range: $ (Airbnbs), $$ (inns), $$$ (luxury spa hotels)
Better For: Both
Theme: Springs & Sparkle
Mountain & Western Adventures
For groups who love spas, luxury lodges, and a touch of the outdoors.
Jackson Hole, WY
Vibe: Western luxe meets rugged chic
Best Time to Visit: Summer & Fall, or Winter for skiing
Closest Airport: Jackson Hole (JAC)
Known For: Cowboy saloons, Grand Teton hikes, luxury lodges
Budget Range: $ (cabins), $$ (Airbnbs), $$$ (mountain resorts)
Better For: Rental
Theme: Cowgirl & Cocktails
Park City, UT
Vibe: Mountain chic with outdoor adventure and spa indulgence
Best Time to Visit: Winter (ski season & Sundance) and Summer
Closest Airport: Salt Lake City (SLC)
Known For: Skiing, film festival, spas
Budget Range: $ (condos), $$ (boutique hotels), $$$ (luxury resorts)
Better For: Both
Theme: Snow & Showtimes
Aspen, CO
Vibe: Upscale mountain glam
Best Time to Visit: Winter & Summer
Closest Airport: Aspen/Pitkin County (ASE)
Known For: Luxury ski scene, spas, fine dining, shopping
Budget Range: $ (condos), $$ (boutique hotels), $$$ (resorts)
Better For: Both
Theme: Slopes & Sparkle
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV
Vibe: Mountain lake getaway with year-round fun
Best Time to Visit: Summer (boating) or Winter (skiing)
Closest Airport: Reno-Tahoe (RNO)
Known For: Skiing, boating, mountain hikes
Budget Range: $ (cabins), $$ (Airbnbs), $$$ (ski resorts & lakefront hotels)
Better For: Rental
Theme: Peaks & Prosecco
Lake Geneva, WI
Vibe: Relaxed Midwest lake escape
Best Time to Visit: Summer
Closest Airport: Milwaukee (MKE), Chicago O’Hare (ORD)
Known For: Lake cruises, spas, boutiques
Budget Range: $ (Airbnbs), $$ (inns), $$$ (resorts)
Better For: Both
Theme: Lakeside Laughs
Hot Springs, AR
Vibe: Relaxing spa retreat with a historic twist
Best Time to Visit: Spring & Fall
Closest Airport: Little Rock (LIT)
Known For: Thermal baths, hiking, small-town charm
Budget Range: $ (B&Bs), $$ (Airbnbs), $$$ (resorts with spa access)
Better For: Both
Theme: Bubbles & Besties
Seattle, WA
Vibe: Hip, foodie, and coffee-fueled city with mountain views
Best Time to Visit: Summer
Closest Airport: Seattle-Tacoma (SEA)
Known For: Pike Place Market, ferries, craft beer, mountain views
Budget Range: $ (hostels), $$ (boutique hotels), $$$ (luxury waterfront hotels)
Better For: Hotel
Theme: Caffeine & Cocktails
Mackinac Island, MI
Vibe: Quaint, old-world charm with island traditions
Best Time to Visit: Summer
Closest Airport: Detroit Metro (DTW) + small plane/ferry transfer
Known For: Horse-drawn carriages, fudge shops, Victorian inns
Budget Range: $ (B&Bs), $$ (Airbnbs), $$$ (grand resorts)
Better For: Hotel
Theme: Fudge & Friendship
Sun Valley, ID
Vibe: Luxe mountain retreat with year-round activities
Best Time to Visit: Winter for skiing, Summer for hiking and festivals
Closest Airport: Friedman Memorial (SUN)
Known For: Skiing, spas, art scene, celebrity spotting
Budget Range: $ (Airbnbs), $$ (lodges), $$$ (luxury resorts)
Better For: Both
Theme: Spas & Snowcaps
Gatlinburg, TN
Vibe: Smoky Mountain getaway with wineries, cabins, and fun attractions
Best Time to Visit: Fall (leaf season) & Summer
Closest Airport: Knoxville (TYS)
Known For: Smoky Mountain National Park, moonshine tastings, quirky attractions, cozy cabins
Budget Range: $ (cabins and motels), $$ (Airbnbs), $$$ (mountain resorts)
Better For: Rental (cabins are perfect for groups)
Theme: Cabins & Cocktails
Ready to Plan?
Whether you’re dreaming of Broadway nights in NYC, wine country in Sonoma, spa days in Hot Springs, or sunny beaches in Amelia Island, these destinations make it easy to plan a getaway your group will talk about for years.
From budget-friendly Airbnbs to luxury resorts, there’s a perfect fit for every group of women and every girls trip deserves a catchy theme to match. So gather your crew, pick a spot, and start packing your bags. JUST GO SOCIAL!
