Plate
$205
Hotel Avg
$260
Best Month
August
Airport Dist.
22km
Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in SeattleComplete guide for your wedding in Seattle
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Seattle, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Emerald charm between water, coffee, and mountains. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 8/10 in romanticism, Seattle offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Seattle has excellent leisure infrastructure (8.2/10) which guarantees your guests enjoy to the max before and after the banquet.
The best and worst of marrying in Seattle
Main advantages
- Stunning waterfront views, pine forests, and snowy peaks like Mt. Rainier.
- Fresh seafood dining scene and incredible local craft beers and Washington wines.
- Converted historic industrial venues that are very stylish and full of character.
Points to keep in mind
- Pacific Northwest rainy weather requires having a solid indoor Plan B at all times.
- High humidity levels can cause hair frizz issues.
The style in Seattle
Dominant Style
Industrial Chic
Local Tradition
Midnight specialty coffee bar and cocktail lounge overlooking the bay
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Seattle
The Edgewater Hotel
The only over-water hotel in Seattle, offering views of the Olympic Mountains.
Chihuly Garden and Glass
A magical venue surrounded by colorful hand-blown glass sculptures.
Sodo Park by Herban Feast
A historic high-ceiling barn crafted from century-old reclaimed wood.
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 Seattle
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 Seattle
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 Seattle
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 it cost to get married in Seattle?
The average plate price is around 190€. A standard wedding of 100 guests ranges between 38.000€ and 62.000€.
When does it rain the least in Seattle for an outdoor wedding?
August is the driest month of the year, featuring warm temperatures of about 24°C and very clear skies.
What is the vendor scene like in Seattle?
Highly professional, particularly famous for forest-themed/organic floral designs and custom local coffee catering bars.
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Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in Seattle
