Plate
$260
Hotel Avg
$345
Best Month
September
Airport Dist.
15km
Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in Santa MonicaComplete guide for your wedding in Santa Monica
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Santa Monica, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Coastal luxury, golden Pacific sunsets, and California sophistication. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 9.2/10 in romanticism, Santa Monica offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica
Main advantages
- Excellent mild climate year-round with no extreme heat.
- Immediate proximity to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
- Access to world-class wedding vendors and high-end catering services.
Points to keep in mind
- Very high costs for lodging and venue rentals.
- Highly crowded public areas with tourists, especially on weekends.
The style in Santa Monica
Dominant Style
Coastal Glamour
Local Tradition
Sunset photo session on the historic pier and sea-breeze cocktail hour
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Santa Monica
Shutters on the Beach
Iconic traditional American coastal-style resort, a celebrity favorite.
Hotel Casa del Mar
1920s historic elegance with a grand ballroom overlooking the sea.
The Jonathan Club
Exclusive private club right on the sand for super luxury beach weddings.
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 Santa Monica
Precio medio: ~320€/noche
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Vuelos a Santa Monica
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 Santa Monica
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 Santa Monica cost?
The average plate price is 240€. An elegant wedding for 100 guests can range from 55,000€ to 95,000€.
What is the best month to hold a wedding here?
September is the ideal month, offering warm late summer temperatures and clear skies with less marine layer fog.
How is transport for guests?
Very simple. Santa Monica is only 15 km from LAX and features excellent pedestrian infrastructure and abundant taxis.
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Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
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