If you love the city vibes of San Francisco and all the cool spots for photos, have you considered having a San Francisco City Hall Wedding or Elopement? Whether its a big wedding or an intimate elopement, you can do whatever you want at San Francisco City Hall. You could even rent the entire place to yourself on the weekend and throw the wedding of your dreams!

As much as I love traveling to San Francisco, it does comes with risks these days (sad but true!), so I brought my husband with me just to play it safe. We stayed the night near Fisherman’s Wharf at The Argonaut Hotel with views of the Golden Gate Bridge from our room. It was perfect and we had no issues. Then, we got up at sunrise for wedding fun! Highly recommend The Argonaut Hotel, everything about our stay was perfect and the staff was amazing!

Laura and Terry’s Wedding Day

Laura and Terry’s San Francisco wedding was a dream! They had a June wedding and the weather was perfect. The couple had a San Francisco City Hall wedding on the 4th Floor, but first they got ready at Four Seasons Embarcadero in San Francisco. Once the couple was ready, we proceeded with their First Look and private vow reading on the walkway overlooking the city. The views were epic and the photos turned out like Laura had imagined.. a dream!

After their First Look, we hopped in the trolley that took us all to San Francisco City Hall where the couple had their ceremony followed by their First Dance. San Francisco City Hall is a gorgeous building for photos, so we made sure to take advantage! The trolley took their guests to Wayfare Tavern and then came back and picked us up once we were finished with photos. We headed over to Wayfare Tavern where Laura and Terry were greeted by their guests. The reception proceeded with toasts, drinks, lunch, and cake cutting! Scroll to see Laura and Terry’s wedding day.

What Laura & Terry said..

“Kristin was communicative & easy to work with. She wanted to deliver based on my vision which I appreciated so much, worked with us on everything we wanted, & was flexible which made it easy for us. She was just as excited as we were for our wedding. Thanks Kristin for capturing our dream photos and all the feelings in our day!”

Elopement Photography and Planning Packages

Helping couples from all over the United States plan their dream elopement at San Francisco City Hall!

How much does it cost to rent San Francisco City Hall?

One Hour Weddings
One-hour Wedding package is $1,000, and includes private use of either the Mayor’s Balcony or a Fourth Floor Gallery for up to one-hour from Monday through Friday. The earliest ceremony beginning at 9:00 am and the latest beginning at 3:00 pm.

Two Hour Weddings
Two-hour Wedding package is $5,000. Includes exchanging vows on the Grand Staircase of the Rotunda. This package is offered on Saturdays only. The earliest ceremony beginning at 9:00 am and the latest beginning at 12:00 noon.

This is just for rental rates for San Francisco City Hall. Does not include additional costs that go into a wedding (attire, vendors, photography, videography, florals, makeup, caterers, dessert, transportation etc.)

How much does it cost to elope at San Francisco City Hall

San Francisco elopements are intimate, romantic, and are becoming more popular. Depending on the type of elopement ceremony you are looking for, the cost of eloping in San Francisco can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars.

Here are a few costs to consider:

San Francisco City Hall Elopement Photographer | $4,000+
San Francisco Elopement Planner | $2,000
San Francisco City Hall Rental Fees | $120-$10,000+ (Weekend, private wedding)
Marriage License | $120+
Officiant | $500+
Hair & Makeup | $500+
Florist | $500+
Lodging/Hotels (Per night) | $350+
Dinner for two | $300+

San Francisco Elopement Packages

We offer San Francisco Elopement Photography and Planning Packages so you don’t have to worry about finding an elopement photographer and an elopement planner separately. With our vendor recommendations, we arrange it all and make it easy for you!

I will guide you through your entire elopement process, planning, and photograph your special day. We will capture all the raw moments, emotions, and feels. Our most popular elopement package includes an intimate picnic where we can provide a picnic setting after exchanging “I do’s!” Picnics are customized to your vibe, I send a “Picnic Vibe Questionnaire” to all couples when booking. We can provide a champagne/sparkling soda toast, beer/wine toast, or heck, maybe you would prefer some ganja and snacks, either way, we got you covered (21 and over).

Elopement Photography and Planning Packages

People from around the world are drawn to San Francisco City Hall because of its stunning building. Let’s celebrate your elopement day together in the most beautiful place and I will capture all of it.

What do elopement packages include?

Elopement planning
Elopement Guide and Checklist
Timeline assistance
Easy communication – always available by text
Wedding day photo coverage
High resolution images
Online private gallery for download/viewing
Printing rights
Location scouting and research
Permit assistance
Vendor recommendations

Elopement package – add-on’s

Second-Shooter (my husband!)
Romantic picnic & toast customized to your vibe
Music set-up for First Dance
Couples Photo Session in your elopement destination

Couples spend an average of $5,000 with us for their San Francisco City Hall elopement or an elopement in other San Francisco locations.

Please contact me for my full Elopement Pricing Guide.

Some things to consider

Keep in mind that San Francisco City Hall is open to the public Monday through Friday. If you love the idea of getting married at City Hall, but don’t want the crowds or random people photo bombing your shots (happens ALL THE TIME, be ready!), you will want the Two Hour Wedding package, or you can rent Rotunda (grand staircase view) which are available Saturday’s only. San Francisco City Hall is not open to the public on the weekends so there you go!

Check out renting Rotunda – San Francisco City Hall Rental Rates.