Plate
$175
Hotel Avg
$260
Best Month
November
Airport Dist.
5km
Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in Key WestComplete guide for your wedding in Key West
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Key West, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. The tropical and bohemian paradise at the southern tip of North America. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 8.8/10 in romanticism, Key West offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Key West has excellent leisure infrastructure (9/10) which guarantees your guests enjoy to the max before and after the banquet.
The best and worst of marrying in Key West
Main advantages
- Relaxed, festive, and very welcoming atmosphere for all guests.
- Spectacular Caribbean sunsets serving as the perfect backdrop for the wedding.
Points to keep in mind
- High humidity that can impact hairstyles and formal wedding attire.
- Risk of tropical storms and hurricanes during the summer season.
The style in Key West
Dominant Style
Boho Tropical
Local Tradition
Wedding toast featuring authentic Key Lime pie and collective bicycle rides
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Key West
Southernmost House
Historic pink Victorian mansion situated right at the edge of the ocean.
Casa Marina Key West
Historic 1920s resort with expansive private beaches and luxurious facilities.
Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
Iconic tropical gardens surrounded by polydactyl cats and the history of the famous writer.
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
Alojamiento para tu boda en Key West
Precio medio: ~240€/noche
Los mejores hoteles para invitados y novios. Compara precios en Booking, Expedia, Agoda y más en una sola búsqueda.
Comparamos precios en +100 webs de reservas
Vuelos a Key West
Encuentra los mejores vuelos comparando cientos de aerolineas y agencias. Alertas de precio incluidas para que reserves en el mejor momento.
Comparamos +700 aerolineas en tiempo real
Que hacer en Key West
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 Key West cost?
The average menu per guest is €160. The total cost for a 100-person wedding usually ranges from €30,000 to €55,000.
What is the best time for a wedding in Key West?
November and December are ideal, as temperatures drop to comfortable levels and the hurricane season has ended.
What style of wedding fits best?
The ideal style is 'Boho Tropical', characterized by light attire, bright colors, and casual beachside ceremonies.
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Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
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