Cannabis Tourism 2025 The Hottest Destinations and Experiences Around the World
Jordan Keller
Published on August 15, 2025
Jordan Keller loves breaking down cannabis news so everyone can understand what’s going on—without the boring politics talk. He’s been following the industry for years, writing about everything from legalization updates to the coolest new strains on the market. When he’s not covering cannabis, you’ll find him exploring new cities, sipping good coffee, or catching live music with friends.
Cannabis tourism in 2025 has transformed into one of the fastest growing travel trends People are no longer just looking for access to cannabis they want full immersive experiences that combine culture nature food and wellness From luxury retreats to city based adventures cannabis tourism is becoming a lifestyle choice for millions of travelers
In the United States Colorado continues to lead the way with Denver and Boulder at the top Denver offers one of the highest densities of dispensaries in the country along with guided cannabis tours tasting lounges and events Boulder blends its mountain town charm with a high number of weed friendly stays and easy access to local growers and product makers Portland Oregon is another favorite thanks to affordable lodging creative cannabis bike tours and lounges inspired by the coffee shops of Amsterdam Missoula Montana is becoming a surprise destination for budget travelers offering scenic landscapes and a growing number of dispensaries in a relaxed setting
California holds its place as the innovation hub of cannabis tourism Humboldt County offers farm tours where visitors can see the cultivation process from seed to harvest Napa Valley is blending cannabis with wine country through infused tastings and curated pairings Joshua Tree is hosting wellness retreats with yoga sound baths and carefully selected cannabis experiences designed for relaxation and creativity
Internationally Europe is heating up with Amsterdam remaining the most iconic city for cannabis culture Germany is attracting attention after easing its medical cannabis laws and expanding hemp travel Morocco is drawing visitors to the Rif Mountains where the traditional hash making regions of Ketama and Chefchaouen offer scenic views and cultural depth South Africa is embracing cannabis wellness retreats from Cape Town to Durban Malawi is making waves with its world famous Malawi Gold sativa attracting strain focused tourism Uruguay still stands as a global pioneer offering insight into one of the worlds first recreational legalization models
The boom in cannabis tourism comes from travelers seeking more than just consumption They want to connect with local culture learn about the plant and its history and pair cannabis with unique activities Destinations that combine cannabis with culinary adventures nature exploration and community events are seeing the most success Wellness has also become a major driver as more tourists seek relaxation stress relief and mindfulness through cannabis experiences rather than party centric trips
As legalization spreads and cultural acceptance grows cannabis tourism will continue to expand bringing new opportunities for destinations businesses and travelers alike Whether it is hiking in Colorado sipping wine in Napa lounging in a Moroccan mountain village or learning the art of cultivation in Humboldt cannabis tourism in 2025 is truly a global adventure