So you’re getting married soon and want to celebrate before the big day. Portland has plenty of bars, breweries, and waterfront tours to start the party! A bus charter and cycle venues are sprinkled in for an all-four-wheel adventure that will keep you on your toes during your bachelor party. Here are my top picks for the best places for a bachelor party in Portland, Oregon…
Top 3 Best Places For Bachelor Party
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Best For Beers on Wheels
Brewbarge Portland
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Best For Thrilling Boat Ride
Willamette Jetboat Excursions
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Best For Craft Beers
Breakside Brewery
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Brewbarge Portland
Brewbarge Portland is a great fun beer tour company in the form of a river cruise located in Downtown Portland.
River cruises last an hour and a half; you can bring your beer onboard. If you prefer, you can purchase beer from BrewStop, which is the check-in point.
Whether for a bachelor party, bachelorette party, or even a team-building activity amongst colleagues, Brewbarge is your destination for a good time and new beginnings.
The cruise boat can accommodate up to 14 people per excursion and costs $40 per person on Fridays and Saturdays and $35 per person on Sundays through Thursdays.
Pros
Great views of the city skyline
BrewBarge cruises are relatively affordable
Super fun and lively atmosphere
Barge offers great photo opportunities
Cons
21 and older only
Limited capacity
Reservations are required
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Pedal your way to a good time
Take in the sights
Facilities
Music System
Willamette Jetboat Excursions
Willamette Jetboat Excursions is a jet boat tour in the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) in the Hosford-Abernethy District.
Group tours can be booked with a minimum of 20 people; 50% of the book total is due at the time of booking, and the remaining half is due 30 days before the planned trip’s day. A 6% per person booking fee and a 1% Oregon State surcharge tax are added.
Jetboat excursions make great bachelor and bachelorette party activities. Tours can be a half-hour long, 1 hour, 2 hours, or 3 hours to explore the Portland Waterfront and Willamette Falls.
Pros
Offers 360s and bow dunks
Picturesque views of Portland waterfront
Narrated by experienced guides
Perfect for a unique party
Cons
Not suitable for medically unfit
Engines can be loud
Limited availability
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Take a jetboat tour
Learn about the history of Willamette River
Facilities
Affordable Tour
Breakside Brewery
I’m a big fan of Breakside Brewery which is located in the Northwest District and is a brewpub that serves craft beers and unique and upscale American bites. Besides their NW Slabtown location, there are five other Breakside Brewery locations throughout Oregon.
Take your bachelor party to Breakside Brewery for a great drink, delicious food, and many laughs. The brewpub has been rated as one of the best Portland breweries in the area because they brew their beer on-site using three 20 bbl fermenters and two 10 bbl fermenters.
Choose from burgers, fries, nachos, drumsticks, and more for food but I’d personally recommend the delicious Bavarian pretzels.
Pros
Chic taproom with a rooftop patio
Craft beers and American bites
List of cocktails wine and cider
Outdoor dining and private rooms
Cons
Some food items are higher priced
Can be loud
Busy street
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Take a brewery tour
Enjoy some fun games on the patio
Facilities
Dog-Friendly Patio
Shanghai Portland Party Bus and Tours
Shanghai Portland Party Bus and Tours is a bus charter located in the UPS Store in the Laurelhurst District.
Go on a wine or brewery tour for your bachelor’s or bachelorette party. Wine and brewery tours are to local wineries and breweries throughout the Mt. Hood and Willamette Valley area. You can choose your wineries or breweries or have a tour agent select an itinerary.
When you are a newlywed, consider rebooking this bus charter for wedding transportation between the wedding venue and reception venue (if they are two different places).
Pros
Custom upholstery and comfy seating
Great sound system and lighting
More than 50K songs in Karaoke
Perfect for fun parties and tours
Cons
Bus rentals can be expensive
Booked in advance
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Take a ride to the Columbia River
Sing your heart out with your friends
Facilities
Dance Floor
Birdie Time Pub and Mini Golf
Birdie Time Pub and Mini Golf mix a bar scene with indoor mini-golf in the Buckman District.
Choose from Bauman’s Loganberry, Portland True Brut, Seek out Raspberry Lemon (hard seltzer), and other options on the beer tap.
Pub grub includes traditional fries, sweet potato fries, tots, the Coop Burger, the Chipotle Bean Burger, thin-crust pizzas, wings, and more. Grab a drink and some delicious pub grub for a great time during your bachelor party! Catch sports games on their big-screen television as you have fun.
Before or after you eat, you can enjoy the indoor 9-hole mini-golf course or rent the golf simulator with 13 interactive simulation experiences.
Pros
Lively spot with big screens
Sports broadcast and golf course
Craft beer and pub grub
Fun atmosphere for a group outing
Cons
No delivery service
Noisy on weekends
Parking is difficult
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Try their state-of-the-art Golf
Enjoy a cold one in their Sports bar
Facilities
Dog-Friendly
Spirit of 77
Spirit of 77 is an upscale sports bar with arcade games, elevated bar food, and a massive television for watching sports.
Located in the Lloyd District, choose from bar eats such as nuts, chips and salsa, handspun pretzels, potatoes, burgers, fish tacos, and wings.
Choose from various beers, including Wayfinder, Heater Allen, Swift, and Double Mountain. Cocktails and wine selections include Freezer Martini, Margarita Pepino, Garden Mule, and the Old-Fashioned.
If you have a lot of people attending your bachelor or bachelorette party, you can choose the Lil’ Spirit private event (30 people indoors and 75 people for an outdoor event).
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Watch a live sporting event
Play some arcade games
Facilities
Free Games
Stag PDX
Stag PDX is a gay-friendly bar in the Pearl District.
There are many theme nights where you can participate depending on the day you go for your bachelor or bachelorette party.
Monday is SINdustry night, Tuesday is Amateur Night, and Wednesday is Urban/Hip-Hop Night. Thursday is Latino Night, then there’s Freaky Fridays, and there’s F**k Saturdays with Boyz, Bimbos & Bingo from 6 pm to 8 pm before the live performance).
Sunday Funday is from 4 pm to 8 pm, but there are usually brunch events in the late morning to the early afternoon that same day.
Pros
Chic and hip gay watering hole
Local spirits & creative cocktails
Stylish and rustic chic setting
Great variety of dancers
Cons
Delivery option is not available
Children are not allowed
Cover charge
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Enjoy Go-Karting with your friends
Enjoy the nightlife of Portland
Facilities
Live Music
BrewCycle Portland
BrewCycle Portland is a tourist attraction located in the Pearl District. Board the multi-seater “cycle” for a 2-hour brewpub excursion that involves three stops at local Portland pubs, where you can purchase beer at either of these stops.
Get your friends and family together for your bachelor party for a tour of Portland and delicious drinks to make it a night to remember! Different bikes can seat up to 14, 10, and 6 people, respectively, no matter how large or small your bachelor party attendees list.
Pros
Scenic views and unique style
Knowledgeable and friendly guides
Bikes are easy to pedal
Great for friends and family
Cons
On the pricey side
Children not allowed
Seats might be uncomfortable
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Enjoy the scenery while pedaling
Learn about Portland's beer culture
Facilities
Popular Attractions Tour
Eastside Craft Brewery Tour
Eastside Craft Brewery Tour is a 2-mile walking tour where you meet at the address below and explore the local breweries in the Eastside neighborhood.
Costing $55 per person, you can sample many beers that offer various tastes, colors, and brewing styles. Enjoy the waterfront views and the neighborhood art nearby as you sample beers and laugh with friends and family during your bachelor’s or bachelorette party.
If any of your bachelor party attendees are gluten- or wheat-free eaters, they can choose from cider options to enjoy the experience, too.
Pros
Beer samples at each brewery
Local snacks at one brewery stop
Discover your new favorite beer
Public transport available nearby
Cons
Tips are not included
Hotel pickup or drop-off
21+ only
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Try a variety of beers
Learn about the brewing process
Facilities
Service Animals allowed
Bend Half Day Cascades Lakes Kayak Tour
Bend Half Day Cascades Lakes Kayak Tour is one of the best places for a bachelor party in Portland because it’s a day spent on the water rather than at the usual bar scene, which makes it a unique choice.
Meet at the Bend, Oregon, address below at the Fred Meyers shopping center. Indulge in the beautiful views around Cascades Lakes. If you are not familiar with kayaking, a guide will be there to help you. If you’re lucky, you can become acquainted with some of Central Oregon’s local wildlife.
Distance from Portland — 3 hours, 26 minutes
Pros
Panoramic views of the mountains
Fun and unique lifetime experience
Led by experienced guides
Suitable for all skill levels
Cons
Pets are not allowed
Limited tour time
Can be physically demanding
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Take a break to swim or sunbathe
Soak in the panoramic views
Facilities
Kayak and Paddles
The 1905
The 1905 is a jazz club situated in the Boise District.
Known as “Portland’s best-kept secret,” you can enjoy pizza, cocktails, and other American food fares. Signature cocktails include the Sidewinder, Miles High, and the 1905 Manhattan. For entrees, choose from pasta, pizza by the slice, whole pizzas, or build-your-own pie.
Listen to modern updates to the jazz scene as you enjoy your bachelor party. Please purchase your tickets for upcoming live performances using their official website.
Pros
Modern hangout offering artisan pizza
Craft cocktails and live jazz
Unique cocktails and cool ambiance
Perfect for all pizza lovers
Cons
Entrance fee applicable
Small food portion size
Some delivery issues
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Try the artisan pizza
Enjoy a live jazz performance
Facilities
Great Jazz
Rialto Poolroom
Rialto Poolroom is a sports bar inside Hotel Alder in Downtown Portland.
Having an old-school flair, enjoy billiards, other bar games, a large television for sports streaming, and delicious and classic American-style pub dishes.
Their happy hour is during daily opening hours from 4 pm to 7 pm for reduced prices on select drinks and plates. Enjoy fresh food made daily in-house.
Host your bachelor party on the private balcony with at least 20 people to enjoy four large-screen televisions, a lounge area and couch, and 2 Brunswick tournament-style pool tables.
Pros
Old-school institution with vintage vibes
Serving classic American pub grub
Live music and trivia nights
Known for billiards and other games
Cons
Can be noisy
Limited seating space
Can be crowded
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Must try their burgers
Play some pool with friends
Facilities
Catering
Baerlic Brewing & Taproom
Baerlic Brewing & Taproom is located in the Hosford-Abernethy District.
This company earned the 2017 and 2018 Oregon Beer Awards Brewery of the Year, which is why it’s one of the best brewery destinations for a bachelor party in Portland.
Year-round beer selections include Dad Beer and Punk Rock Time.
Suppose you prefer to have your bachelor party at home rather than going to Baerlic Brewing & Taproom in person. In that case, you can still order kegs delivered to your home to receive that delicious Baerlic Brewing experience. Don’t forget to tip your drivers!
Pros
Extensive collection of beers
Indoor and outdoor seating
Decent price and a great location
Rock music playing in the background
Cons
Does not serve food
Gets noisy on weekends
No TV
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Attend an event they host
Take a beer tour
Facilities
Dog-Friendly
Karaoke From Hell
Karaoke From Hell is a karaoke band that plays every Monday in Downtown Portland and has been delivering musical entertainment to Portland for almost 30 years.
If you are interested in attending one of their events for your bachelor party, check their Facebook page to discover which venue they will play at next.
Message them directly on their Facebook page to get in touch with them to find out when they can play for your bachelor party if they do not have any upcoming events. There are over 700 songs you can request for the band to sing for you and your attendees at your bachelor party.
Pros
Fun and unique karaoke experience
Songbook of over 700 songs
High energy and crowd involvement
Perfect for weddings and parties
Cons
Can be crowded
Music is loud
On the pricey side
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Sing your heart out
Check out the band
Facilities
Free Internet
Loyal Legion Portland
Loyal Legion Portland is a bar located in the Buckman District.
With 99 beers on tap available to try, you have a medley of possibilities of what to drink with your meal of sausages or other global eats on the menu.
Athletic NA Run Wild IPA, Gateway Brewing Old #279 DIPA, and Loyal Legion IPA are just a few of the many beers you can try on tap.
For happy hour, signature cocktails include You’re Not My Supervisor! and Where’s My Drink? Pair your beer or cocktail with delicious dishes such as burgers, bavarian pretzels, fish and chips, house salad, bratwurst, and more!
Pros
Historic building with a chill vibe
Serves famous Oregon-brewed beers
Happy hours throughout the week
Lofi music playing in the background
Cons
No delivery available
Slightly expensive drinks
Can be loud noise inside
Nearby Attractions
Must Do Things
Order the smashed burger
Attend a special event
Facilities
Disability Accessible
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