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If you’re planning a wedding at San Francisco City Hall, you probably have a lot of questions. As a photographer who’s documented hundreds of ceremonies in this stunning building, I’ve noticed that the same questions keep popping up online – many of them unanswered. So I’ve collected the most common – and sometimes a little […]

I Answer 24 Random Questions I Found Online About SF City Hall Weddings

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March 31, 2025

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complete guide to private 1 hour ceremony rentals at san francisco city hall

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San Francisco City Hall is a breathtaking architectural marvel that has become one of the most sought-after wedding venues in the Bay Area. Every year, thousands of couples choose to get married within its stunning marble halls, grand staircases, and ornate rotunda. But not all City Hall weddings are created equal! While civil ceremonies are […]

The Complete Guide to 1-Hour Private Ceremonies at San Francisco City Hall

March 10, 2025

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In this blog post and accompanying video, I hope to share with you everything you need to know about civil ceremonies at San Francisco City Hall. I’m a wedding photographer that’s photographed around 400 ceremonies specifically within this building, so I’ve seen a thing or two about how it all works. If you prefer to […]

The Complete Guide to Civil Ceremonies at San Francisco City Hall

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March 5, 2025

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understand whether a san francisco city hall ceremony is the right choice for you

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If San Francisco City Hall has made your shortlist of wedding venues but you’re still unsure if it’s the place for you, look no further! In this article and accompanying video, I’ll discuss the pros and cons of getting married in this iconic building. While I make my living shooting weddings primarily in this iconic […]

Is a San Francisco City Hall Wedding Right for You? The Real Pros & Cons

February 13, 2025

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In this article, I’m going to go over some pros and cons of having your first look at San Francisco City Hall specifically. First of all, if you’re not sold on the idea of a pre-ceremony ‘first look’, or you’re unsure what it involves, I’ve written a separate guide to first looks in general which […]

A wedding day ‘first look’ at San Francisco City Hall? Pros, cons and how to!

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August 8, 2023

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I’m delighted to introduce to you my favorite hotels in San Francisco that are fit for your the night before (and after) your San Francisco City Hall wedding ceremony! These primarily 4- and 5-star hotels are ideal in terms of their location, amenities offered and high standard of excellence. Whether you live in the Bay […]

27 best hotels to get ready at before your San Francisco City Hall wedding

January 31, 2023

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Getting married at San Francisco City Hall doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice personality or skip the special touches that make a wedding memorable. Whether you’re having an intimate civil ceremony or a grand private event, there are countless ways to transform your City Hall wedding from a simple ceremony into an unforgettable celebration. As […]

How to Make Your San Francisco City Hall Wedding Extra Special

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April 18, 2022

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You probably already know that the 4th Floor Galleries are available for private rental for wedding ceremonies at San Francisco City Hall. You are perhaps thinking of booking one of the 4th Floor balconies and want to get a little bit of info before doing do. First of all, welcome! I’m Zoe, one of the most […]

Your 2025 guide to 4th Floor Wedding Ceremonies at San Francisco City Hall

February 15, 2022

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If you’re looking for up-to-date information regarding wedding ceremonies at San Francisco City Hall, you’re in the right place! I’m a wedding photographer that shoots a large number of weddings in this iconic public building. I have a lot of updates, news and info to share with you, based on my knowledge and experience working […]

San Francisco City Hall Pandemic Wedding Updates 2022

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January 21, 2022

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set up at San Francisco City Hall for full buyout wedding

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Interested in having the whole of San Francisco City Hall to yourself for your Saturday wedding ceremony? Then check out Eduardo and Dieter’s September City Hall ceremony for full buyout inspiration! The San Francisco couple were kind enough to lift the lid on some of their planning experiences – so I’m going to share this, […]

San Francisco City Hall full buyout Saturday wedding

March 26, 2020

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Planning your San Francisco City Hall ceremony and need a guiding hand? In this article, I’m going to guide you through how to create the perfect SF City Hall timeline for your wedding. Because seamless, stress-free wedding days don’t just happen, they’re planned! There are numerous benefits to creating your timeline, no matter how casual […]

Timeline for San Francisco City Hall wedding ceremonies

Plan your timeline for your San Francisco City Hall wedding ceremony

March 21, 2020

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Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! I also commend you on your excellent taste – you won’t regret choosing San Francisco City Hall as your wedding venue. This iconic building, with its exquisite Beaux-Arts architecture and remarkable history, serves as a breathtaking and photogenic backdrop for your special day. This article will introduce you give you […]

How to Get Married at San Francisco City Hall (2025)

March 12, 2020

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Wondering where to have your reception after your San Francisco City Hall wedding ceremony? In this article, I’ll guide you through my favorite restaurants in San Francisco that are perfect for hosting a wedding day meal of any size. The 23 restaurants on my list all serve excellent food and will take great care of […]

23 Top Restaurants After San Francisco City Hall For Wedding Receptions

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March 10, 2020

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couple checking in at North Light Court, San Francisco City Hall for their Valentine's Day wedding

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Today I want to let you in on a little San Francisco City Hall inside knowledge on Valentine’s Day wedding ceremonies. City Hall doesn’t always publicize their special set-up for Valentine’s Day, so I’m letting you in on all the goss! 2020 was the 4th year that SF City Hall has instated the tradition, and […]

Valentine’s Day wedding ceremonies at San Francisco City Hall

March 3, 2020

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When you choose to get married at SF City Hall, you have a few different options open to you. One of the private areas that’s available for rent is the Mayor’s Balcony.  The Mayor’s Balcony is an elegant choice for couples that would like a little more privacy, a higher guest count and the chance […]

Mayor’s Balcony Weddings – San Francisco City Hall 

Mayor’s balcony wedding at San Francisco City Hall

February 15, 2020

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As a City Hall wedding photographer, I am sometimes asked about the official marriage vows that couples will be taking on their wedding day at San Francisco City Hall. When you get married at a courthouse or city hall, there isn’t an opportunity for personalized vows like at a regular wedding ceremony. At least for […]

Official San Francisco City Hall Civil Ceremony Wedding Vows

February 3, 2020

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What’s the best way of getting around on your San Francisco City Hall wedding day? Whatever you have planned on your big day at City Hall, you’ll undoubtedly need some form of transportation! In this article, I outline the 10 best transportation ideas to & from San Francisco City Hall. I also include some pros […]

10 transportation ideas for San Francisco City Hall weddings

10 ideas for san francisco city hall wedding day transportation!

January 4, 2020

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A city hall ceremony is always a wonderful idea, did you know sometimes civil ceremony slots are booked out for 2+ months, and the other option to rent an area costs $1,000+ and also books out months in advance? Is there a middle ground between the rental of an area and the typical 5-minute rotunda […]

Get married without a booking at space at SFCH

December 2, 2019

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Outdoor photo locations NEAR San Francisco City Hall for wedding photos! 10 great location ideas, all less than 3 miles from San Francisco City Hall

10 San Francisco portrait locations close to City Hall

Bride and groom posing with san francisco skyline at Potrero Hill Wisconsin & 20th Streets after city hall wedding

November 21, 2019

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2 grooms wedding ceremony at LGBTQ+ City Hall wedding on 4th floor

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I’m so excited to introduce this gorgeous LGBTQ+ City Hall wedding couple today on the blog! I know I say that every time but from the moment that Jake first reached out I knew this was going to be very special. Call me crazy but sometimes I just get a feeling about these things. The […]

Pride month 4th Floor San Francisco City Hall wedding ceremony

September 10, 2019

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I lead a team of Bay Area wedding photographers 👋🏾 I personally help you plan your wedding timeline so you can relax and savor your wedding day.

We blend an unobtrusive approach to capturing images with a directive way of capturing the posed shots of you and your guests.

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As a seasoned professional and true artist, I transform wedding moments into timeless memories, captured photojournalistically. 

In short, our images make memories last forever.

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