Plate
$185
Hotel Avg
$205
Best Month
September
Airport Dist.
15km
Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in PhiladelphiaComplete guide for your wedding in Philadelphia
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Philadelphia, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Historic elegance and classic industrial charm. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 7.8/10 in romanticism, Philadelphia offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Philadelphia has excellent leisure infrastructure (8.5/10) which guarantees your guests enjoy to the max before and after the banquet.
The best and worst of marrying in Philadelphia
Main advantages
- Unique colonial and historic buildings that provide a classic aristocratic vibe.
- Considerably more affordable wedding costs than neighboring NYC or Washington D.C.
- Excellent walkability in the historic Old City district.
Points to keep in mind
- Humid and hot weather during July and August.
- Limited and expensive parking options for guests in the city center.
The style in Philadelphia
Dominant Style
Classic Historic
Local Tradition
Touring historic streets in a carriage and Philly cheesesteak late-night snacks
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Philadelphia
The Fairmount Park Mansions
Beautiful historic country estates preserved within the city's municipal park.
The Union League of Philadelphia
A grand private club of French Renaissance architecture in Center City.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Get married at the foot of the famous Rocky steps with unmatched artistic elegance.
Wedding traditions in United States
What a local guest expects to see on the wedding day.
Rehearsal Dinner
Informal dinner held the night before the wedding with close family and friends.
First Look
A private moment where the couple sees each other dressed up for the first time before the ceremony.
Legal requirements to marry in United States
Application steps, timing and paperwork for foreigners.
Civil authority
County Clerk's Office
Minimum notice
3 days
Witnesses per spouse
1
Key steps
- Apply for a marriage license at the local County Clerk's office.
- Submit passport, birth certificate, and affidavit of single status.
- Wait the mandatory waiting period (varies between 24 and 72 hours in some states).
- Solemnize the marriage with a certified officiant and register the certificate.
Extra documents for foreigners
If you do not reside in United States- Certified translation of the birth certificate if not in English.
- Apostilled decree of previous divorce (if applicable).
- Valid passport with visa or ESTA.
How to get there from United States
Main airports
Rail
Amtrak
Common departure points
Madrid · Barcelona · London · Paris · Frankfurt
Typical vendors in United States
What American couples ask most
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Alojamiento para tu boda en Philadelphia
Precio medio: ~190€/noche
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Vuelos a Philadelphia
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Que hacer en Philadelphia
Actividades para invitados que viajan a la boda: tours guiados, experiencias locales y planes para los dias previos o posteriores.
Cancelacion gratuita en la mayoria de actividades
Preparativos esenciales
Seguro de viaje
Imprescindible para viajar tranquilos
- Cobertura medica
- Cancelacion de vuelos
- Equipaje perdido
- Asistencia 24h
eSIM internacional
Internet sin roaming ni sorpresas
- Datos ilimitados
- Sin cambiar de SIM
- Activa al instante
- Cobertura en +190 paises
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a wedding in Philadelphia cost?
The average plate price is around 170€. A well-planned wedding for 100 guests ranges between 32.000€ and 52.000€.
What is the best month for a wedding in Philadelphia?
September is excellent because the summer heat subsides, the air is drier, and the autumn colors begin to emerge.
How do couples get their marriage license?
They must apply at the Register of Wills office. A passport and birth certificate are required, and there is a 3-day waiting period.
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Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in Philadelphia
