Plate
$260
Hotel Avg
$345
Best Month
September
Airport Dist.
22km
Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in San FranciscoComplete guide for your wedding in San Francisco
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in San Francisco, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Iconic bay views and Victorian elegance. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 9/10 in romanticism, San Francisco offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, San Francisco 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 San Francisco
Main advantages
- Unparalleled views of the bay, iconic bridges, and historic architecture.
- Avant-garde gastronomy featuring Michelin-starred restaurants.
- High social tolerance and an extremely inclusive environment.
Points to keep in mind
- Extremely high prices and steep local taxes.
- Unpredictable weather with thick fog and cool winds even in summer.
The style in San Francisco
Dominant Style
Elegant Urban
Local Tradition
Photo shoot with the Golden Gate Bridge and transporting guests in a classic cable car
Weather month by month
Top Venues in San Francisco
San Francisco City Hall
Majestic Beaux-Arts building boasting one of the world's grandest domes.
The Olympic Club
Exclusive historic club with breathtaking forest and golf course views.
Presidio Golden Gate Club
Historic venue featuring immense windows framing the Golden Gate Bridge.
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 San Francisco
Precio medio: ~320€/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 San Francisco
Encuentra los mejores vuelos comparando cientos de aerolineas y agencias. Alertas de precio incluidas para que reserves en el mejor momento.
Búsqueda en tiempo real con Google Flights
Que hacer en San Francisco
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 San Francisco cost?
The average plate price is 240€. A full gala wedding for 100 guests ranges from 55,000€ to 100,000€.
How does 'Karl the Fog' affect weddings?
Fog can roll in suddenly in the afternoon. Indoor backup plans are highly advised for outdoor ceremonies.
When is the best weather season?
September and October are best, acting as San Francisco's late summer with sunny and warm days.
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Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
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