Reserve gorgeous venues for your luxury elopement with our editor's recommendations for elopement-friendly ceremony sites, plus three tiers of options for California honeymoon venues.
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CALIFORNIA
Where history, charm, and romance intersect, the San Francisco Bay Area sets an impressive scene for a luxury elopement. You can marry in the city, spend your wedding night overlooking the ocean, and honeymoon in wine country -- or do it all in reverse if you like. The point is, there are so many different destinations and beautiful backdrops to enjoy in NorCal that constructing a dream elopement may be as close to effortless as it gets. SEE COVID-19 TRAVEL UPDATES >
Airport: San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO)
High Seasons: December - March, June - August
Low Seasons: April - May, September - November
Time Zone: Pacific Standard Time (PST)
POPULAR AREAS & ATTRACTIONS
The iconic City by the Bay is a romantic and exciting destination overflowing with culture and charm. Fisherman’s Wharf, Ghirardelli Square, and Pier 39 are prime tourist and entertainment spots, while a bevy of posh hotels, restaurants, and scenic overlooks provide options for luxury elopement sites. Insider tip: San Francisco City Hall is famous for its palatial beauty, making it one of the top spots for elopements in the state. (Photo courtesy of San Francisco Travel)
BOCA RATON
Referred to as "the Beverly Hills of Florida," Boca Raton is
MONTEREY COUNTY
Home to some of California's loveliest and most intimate towns, Monterey County is known for its historic sites and unparalleled scenic beauty. Pebble Beach offers world-class golf and exquisite scenic drives; Carmel-by-the-Sea boasts quaint shops and restaurants straight out of a storybook; and Monterey proper features attractions such as Cannery Row, Old Fisherman's Wharf, and the world-famous aquarium that bears its name. (Photo courtesy of
San Francisco Travel)
PALM BEACH
REQUIREMENTS
QUICK GUIDE
BLOOD TESTS: None
PROOF OF AGE: Required
LOCAL RESIDENCY: Not Required
SAME-SEX MARRIAGE: Legal
WAITING PERIOD: None
SAN FRANCISCO COUNTY CLERK
City Hall, Room 168
1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place
San Francisco, CA 94102
415.554.4950
COVID-19 County Clerk Updates
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NAPA COUNTY CLERK
900 Coombs Street
Room 116
Napa, CA 94559
707.253.4247
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MONTEREY COUNTY CLERK
168 West Alisal Street, 1st Floor
Salinas, CA 93901
831.755.5041
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Complete a Marriage Application
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sources: SFGOV.org; countyofnapa.org; co.monterey.ca.us
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Reserve gorgeous venues for your luxury elopement with our editor's recommendations for elopement-friendly sites.
ELITE: Legendary properties including five-star hotels + resorts
EXCLUSIVE: Luxury + boutique five- and four-star properties
EXCEPTIONAL: Intimate, romantic hotels + inns of exquisite reputation
The Breakers
Elite
Open and taking reservations
One South County Road
Palm Beach, FL
888.727.1649
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Open and taking reservations
301 Australian Avenue
Palm Beach, FL
800.552.0335
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Open and taking reservations
363 Cocoanut Row
Palm Beach, FL
561.659.5800
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Open and taking reservations
1410 Georgia Avenue
West Palm Beach, FL
561.655.8932
Exclusive
Exceptional
Open and taking reservations
100 South Ocean Boulevard
Manalapan, FL
561.533.6000
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Closed until further notice
155 Hammon Avenue
Palm Beach, FL
800.521.5525
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Open and taking reservations
5 North A1a
Jupiter, FL
877.389.0571
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Open and taking reservations
295 Lakeview Avenue
West Palm Beach, FL
561.655.1454
Taking reservations starting 10/01/20
2800 South Ocean Boulevard,
Palm Beach, FL
561.582.2800
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Open and taking reservations
400 Avenue of the Champions
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
800.863.2819
Open and taking reservations
2842 South Ocean Boulevard
Palm Beach, FL
561.540.6440
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Open and taking reservations
365 South County Road
Palm Beach, FL
561.832.4009