Girl's Getaway Itinerary
- STC Business Alliance
- May 9, 2022
- 4 min read
Updated: 5 days ago
Sometimes, all you need is a relaxing weekend away surrounded by all your best friends. That's why, for this trip, we're here to give you tons of ideas on how to plan the perfect Girls Getaway to St. Charles, IL. Keep reading below to get started!
Day 1
Head to Your Hotel
Photos Courtesy of @Rachelkawate
When you and your best gals arrive to St. Charles, the first thing you'll need to do is check into your hotel. There are 11 amazing hotels available for you and your friends to stay, guaranteeing that you'll find the perfect amenity to end the day at during this trip. To find the full list of hotels in St. Charles, please click the button below.
Paint and Sip
Photo 1 Courtesy of Pinot's Palette. Photo 2 Courtesy of Board & Brush
Get creative and bring home a keepsake! For the first activity, you and your friends will have to channel your inner-artist, as you'll be creating your very own painting at Pinot's Palette or making a unique decorative wood board at Board & Brush. At both spots, you'll have experts walking you step-by-step on how craft your masterpiece, and they even offer libations for sale at the studios so that you can sip while you make!
Savor Dinner
Photo 1 Courtesy of Osteria Trulli. Photo 2 Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography
For dinner number one during this Girl's Weekend, start with an amazing meal from Osteria Trulli with their wonderful selection of red and white pizzas, pastas and more! Plus, if the weather is nice, you can enjoy all of this on their outside patio. Afterwards, stop by The Beach Hut for a mini tropical getaway, and tasty drink, and to experience a great photo-op!
Day 2
Brunch and Mimosas
Photo 1 Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography. Photo 2 Courtesy of Brunch Cafe
Start day number two with brunch at one of the many cafe's in town. Whether the people in your party are looking for breakfast, lunch, or maybe even a mimosa or two, there are plenty of eateries to start your day off on the right foot, such as Alexander's Cafe, Brunch Cafe, and Tasty Biscuit Pancake House, to just name a few. Click below to find more cafes in town!
Relax at the Spa
Photo 1 Courtesy of Sage Healing Collective. Photo 2 Courtesy of Larimar Med Spa
The best part of taking a trip is to relax and rejuvenate. That's why, for your next activity, you and your friends are going to want to make a trip to a spa in town. From massages to saunas, St. Charles is your go-to town for all things relaxation. Stop by popular establishments in town like Sage Healing Collective, Larimar Med Spa, Oakbrook Advanced Aesthetics, and French Med Spa, to just name a few. To view more spas in town, please click the button below.
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End Your Evening with Pho
Photo 1 Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography. Photo 2 Courtesy of Pho Ly
For the last meal of the day, excite your taste buds with a flavorsome bowl of pho from one of the local establishments in town like Pho 95 or Pho Ly! You and your friends will have a blast trying this delicious Vietnamese cuisine, and if the weather is chilly out, you all will appreciate how well it warms you up!
Day 3
Grab a Morning Coffee
Photos Courtesy of Coroco Coffee
Start your last day with your girls by visiting Coroco Coffee for a delicious pick-me-up! This female-led coffee roaster has unbelievable both hot and iced beverages that are sure to get your day started on the right foot. Plus, you can snack on a tasty scone to satisfy that morning hunger.
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Go on a Shopping Spree
Photo 1 Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography
You simply cannot visit St. Charles without experiencing the amazing retail scene that this town has! Grab your girls and head out for an afternoon shopping spree! From an array of stores such as The Pep Line, trend + relic, Jeans & A Cute Top Shop, or Double Take Consignment, you'll have plenty of fantastic items to browse with your friends. Click below to browse more shopping in St. Charles!
Take St. Charles Home
Photo 1 Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography
Stop around town for some goodies you can take home with you. Pop over to Maple Leaf Coffee House for their renowned coffee beans, or stop by Broken Brix Homebrew Shop for a bottle of their award-winning cider!
Capture Memories
Photo 2 Courtesy of Drew Perl Fine Art Photography
A Girl's Getaway wouldn't be complete without getting some amazing content from your memorable time in St. Charles! If you're in search some photo-worthy spots, we recommend taking our Instagrammable Spots Tour, or our Mural Tour on the FREE Travel St. Charles App. Both of these tours are an exceptional way to find the most picturesque spots around town, and it may even inspire your followers to take a trip to STC, once they see just how fun it can be!
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