It's true. Boy's nights have turned into boy's weekends. Want to show your groomsmen a good time without everyone emptying their wallets? Here are some of the best bachelor party destinations that are surprisingly affordable. 

1. Nashville, Tennessee

Nashville has been recently deemed the latest "it" city. With a downtown full of bars and live music, you don't have travel more than a mile or two for a good time. Read: no car rental, just walking.

Benefits

• hardly any bars have a cover
• BBQ restaurants on every corner
• karaoke bars with plenty of song and liquid courage choices

Suggestions

• hotel near downtown, around $89/a night
• escape room game, 4-8 players, ranging from $68-$128
• eat at the famous Biscuit Love in Gulch 

2. Chicago, Illinois 

Experience a big city without the big price tag. The Windy City has some of the best food, nightlife, and outdoor activities that the Midwest can offer.

Benefits

• nearly everything is accessible via public transportation
• an assortment of breweries across the entire city
• plenty of games to attend, depending on what sports season it is

Suggestions

• downtown hotel, ranging from $57-$119/a night
• visit during the summertime (trust us)
• head to Lagunitas Brewery for a beer or three
• go see a baseball game at Wrigley or Guaranteed Rate Field

3. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

If you play your cards right, this spot is perfect for a beach bachelor party and it won't cost too much. With water and greenery near, there are plenty of water and land activities to choose from.

Benefits

• sand, surf, and seafood
• there's always something exciting happening on the boardwalk
• you can get a hotel right on the beach

Suggestions

• beachfront hotel, prices ranging from $49-$109/a night
• spend a morning or afternoon at the golf range
• drink lots of blended cocktails, you deserve it 

4. Atlantic City, New Jersey

Want to get the traditional Casino experience without having to pay the Las Vegas prices? Head to Atlantic City for your bachelor party. This beachfront town is known for two things: casinos and saltwater taffy, and we recommend you dip into both.

Benefits

• an assortment of casinos, nightclubs, and pool parties
• right by the beach for plenty of water activities
• casual dining and upscale restaurants all over the boardwalk

Suggestions

• a hotel near the water, with prices ranging from $47-$115/a night
• spend the night at a comedy club
• take a day trip to see the Absecon Lighthouse

5. San Diego, California

Head to the place where it's summer year-round, like sunny San Diego. This beach town has activities that will suit your vibe, where you want to relax, explore, or both.

Benefits

• right near the shore
• you can rent a boat for a day of fishing or just cruising
• visit Gaslamp Quarter for nightlife, a 16 block district located downtown

Suggestions

• book a hotel near the water, prices ranging from $62-$112/a night
• head up the coast to Mission Bay for some water sports
• book a harbor cruise to see the best land and sea sights, about $15 a person

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