Plate
$215
Hotel Avg
$280
Best Month
September
Airport Dist.
10km
Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in MontereyComplete guide for your wedding in Monterey
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Monterey, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Wild Californian coastal beauty set among historic cypresses, rugged cliffs, and ocean breeze. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 9/10 in romanticism, Monterey offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Monterey has excellent leisure infrastructure (7.5/10) which guarantees your guests enjoy to the max before and after the banquet.
The best and worst of marrying in Monterey
Main advantages
- Spectacular coastline scenery with visually dramatic cliffs.
- Mild climate that avoids the scorching summer heat of the interior.
- Outstanding local seafood and wines from the Monterey wine country.
Points to keep in mind
- Thick morning coastal fog is common during peak summer months.
- High lodging costs for guests during busy weekends.
The style in Monterey
Dominant Style
Coastal Nature
Local Tradition
Intimate outdoor ceremonies under historic, wind-sculpted Monterey cypresses
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Monterey
Monterey Plaza Hotel
Elegant oceanfront hotel built over the bay with a scenic terrace.
Memory Garden
A historic colonial patio with adobe walls and wild roses in the old town.
The Perry House
Refurbished carriage house on a hill featuring harbor views and manicured lawns.
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 Monterey
Precio medio: ~260€/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 Monterey
Encuentra los mejores vuelos comparando cientos de aerolineas y agencias. Alertas de precio incluidas para que reserves en el mejor momento.
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Que hacer en Monterey
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 Monterey cost?
The average menu price is around 200$ per guest. A full wedding for 100 guests ranges between $35,000 and $65,000.
How does the weather affect a Monterey wedding?
Afternoon weddings are recommended to avoid morning fog. September offers the most consistent sunny and mild weather.
What are the legal requirements to marry in Monterey?
A marriage license must be obtained from the Monterey County Clerk, requiring both partners to apply in person.
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Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
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