8 Fun Ideas For An NYC Elopement
Here is our list of the best places to elope in NYC, each with a fun twist
We’re not called Eloping is Fun for the hell of it – we are genuinely all about eloping in New York in the most fun, authentic, and personal ways possible, whether you’re swigging champagne in the streets of DUMBO, Brooklyn or in a fancy gown on the steps of the New York Public Library
Dumbo or Brooklyn Bridge Elopement
Both locals and out-of-towners love stopping by the base of the Brooklyn Bridge in DUMBO since it absolutely delivers those classic skyline NYC views. If you live and breathe New York, or are a New Yorker at heart, we would love to plan your elopement right on the waterfront or on the bridge itself.
Sure, it’s a public place, but we can hook you up with a little spot where you won’t be disturbed, except perhaps by a jogger cruising past. DUMBO is also so good for photos – our planning guru and photographers know all the best spots with the best angles, from converted brick warehouses to historic cobblestone streets. DUMBO just screams NYC!
Make it extra: Party into the night at trendy 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge’s rooftop bar – or be a baller and rent out the whole rooftop for your celebrations.
Central Park Elopement
If you’re a classic romantic at heart, you’ll want to visit Bethesda Terrace, an arched walkway that brings majestic European vibes. We also love the Glen Span Arch in the northern end of the park, complete with a waterfall that just blows our minds every time.
Central Park might be touristy, but because it’s so large, we know a few hidden spots that are perfect for ceremonies and photos. For a full breakdown of our favorite wedding ceremony spots in Central Park, check out our Guide to Eloping in Central Park. It’s packed to the brim with great info, photos, and resources.
Make it extra: We can arrange for our onsite assistant to meet us at Central Park with a killer picnic basket for a post-wedding picnic celebration in the park.
New York Public Library Elopement
You literally can’t get more NYC than the New York Public Library, or NYPL. It was in Sex and the City, Ghostbusters, Breakfast at Tiffany’s An elopement at the NYPL is iconic and elegant. The white marble pops in your wedding photos, and your NYC elopement planning guru can help with all of the logistics of how to pull off a wedding at this million-dollar venue for free.
Make it extra: Jazz up the grand ol’ library with a pop of color – we’ll bring eco-friendly confetti and the camera; you bring the smiles.
Rooftop Penthouse Elopement
Keen for an private rooftop elopement in NYC? If you’re down to spend a few extra bucks, we can arrange a penthouse terrace apartment at the SIXTY LES Hotel in Downtown Manhattan or another epic location of your choosing. Privacy, comfort, and luxury, literally above the city? Damn fam, that’s an elopement with style!
Make it extra: A marriage works up an appetite, so let us bring in some fine dining, NYC style, so you can enjoy your first meal as a married couple in hella comfort.
Double Decker Bus Elopement
I know we promised fun… So one of our fave eloping in NYC ideas is a bit out there, but hear us out.
Let’s jump on a double-decker bus tour as it cruises around Times Square. If it’s just the two of you visiting from out of town, this is such a quintessential NYC experience and we guarantee you’ll get a raucous round of applause from everyone else on the bus after that first kiss.
Make it extra: How do you make an elopement fun on a bus? Go all out and splurge on a private buyout, bringing along all your buds – a micro-wedding on a bus is exhilarating and extra fun for photos.
Top of the Rock Elopement
Don’t look past a Top of the Rock elopement – the Top of the Rock Observation Deck, on top of Rockefeller Center, just oozes classic New York energy. From the sky-high views to the iconic binoculars, we’ve arranged more than a few elopements at this classic NYC spot.
Make it extra: From soaring above to the city to NYC’s best dive bar – let’s head to one of our favorite speakeasies for a dirty martini to celebrate your love.
Chinatown Elopement
We love spending time in Chinatown. Tons of awesome street art, pedestrian-only streets and secret alleyways to get lost in, and such vibrant energy – it’s ideal for couples who live and breathe the atmosphere of the city. We also can’t resist a black sesame or Chinese egg custard at the Chinatown Ice Cream Factory, because eloping works up an appetite. We will be there to capture all of those candid moments as you explore Chinatown together.
Make it extra: Nothing says love like explosions, so let’s set off some (small) fireworks and light up the night.
The Met Elopement
Just one of the world’s biggest and best art museums, no biggie. We know how to elope at the Metropolitan Museum of Art….and get away with it
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is such a cool place to elope and take photos, with its ornate appearance giving us European castle vibes.The Met is gorgeous in the daytime but also looks super romantic lit up at night, so you really can’t go wrong if you’re looking for a classic NYC elopement location.
Make it extra: Jump in a short cab ride over to the Plaza for High Tea at the Palm Court – and yes, champagne counts as tea.
We’re very serious about making eloping fun for everyone
Whether you’re a born-and-bred New Yorker or visiting the Big Apple from overseas. We’ll handle all of the details for you, so all you need to do is show up.
