CEREMONY/RECEPTION

Presidio Chapel

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San Francisco Wedding Venue
130 Fisher Loop, San Francisco Presidio
San Francisco, CA 94129
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Contact: Special Events
Phone: 415/561-5444
www.presidio.gov

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Why We Like This Place

On a forested hillside overlooking the bay, this elegant Spanish Mission-style chapel is an inspirational place for a wedding. Appealing architecture and panoramic views are only part of what makes the Presidio Chapel so popular. Couples also value the venue’s convenient location, secluded setting and affordability. And unlike many houses of worship, here you’re welcome to use your own officiant, musicians and cultural style.

In fair weather, gather for pre-ceremony socializing in the memorial garden, a flower-lined tiled patio that faces the Presidio grounds and the bay. This is a wonderful spot for photos, thanks to a stunning backdrop of Angel and Alcatraz Islands framed by sweeping branches of pine and eucalyptus. Here guests await the peal of the church bell summoning them to the sanctuary for the ceremony. Inside the chapel, a soaring redwood-beamed ceiling hung with wrought-iron chandeliers, twelve arched stained-glass windows, and heavy oak doors all contribute to a strong Old World flavor.

Adjacent to the sanctuary, the Mural Room feels like a long, glass-enclosed sun porch. It looks out onto the garden and hillside, but its most notable feature is the mural from which it derives its name. Painted by the same artist who created the famed Coit Tower murals, it depicts St. Francis at its center—a fitting picture considering the variety of wildlife that lives around the chapel and the fact that St. Francis is the patron saint of San Francisco and animals. The room makes a tranquil spot for an intimate reception or post-wedding mingling, while the bride and groom have their photos taken in the picturesque memorial garden.

Couples who get married in the Presidio Chapel often have their reception at one of several other venues within the Presidio. Many newlyweds also stay the weekend at the new Inn at the Presidio, a historic 1903 Georgian Revival-style building that has been remodeled into an elegant lodge. It features an inviting front porch with rocking chairs, a dining room, and an outdoor deck with a fire pit. The inn makes a great home base for exploring everything the Presidio has to offer, including miles of hiking trails, wild open spaces and public and cultural events.

Capacity

Ceremony

Reception/Special Events

Meetings

Max. Seated Indoors: 185
Max. Seated Outdoors: 0

Max. Seated Indoors: 0
Max. Seated Outdoors: 0
Max. Standing Indoors: 0
Max. Standing Outdoors: 0

Max. Seated: 0

CEREMONY CAPACITY: The chapel holds 150–185 seated guests.

EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: Receptions are not held on site. However, they can be hosted at a variety of other venues nearby.

Fees & Deposits

A nonrefundable $340 reservation fee is required to secure your date and will be applied to the total rental fee. The balance of the fee is payable within 6 months of the event date. A $250 insurance fee and a refundable $500 security deposit are due with the signed contract. The rental fee for ceremonies ranges $1,200–1,500 depending on the day of the week. Rehearsals are $150/hr. A surcharge may apply for use of the courtyard and/or events with food and beverages.

Availability

Year-round, daily, 7am–11pm.

Catering

BYO

Alcohol

BYO

Location Uses

Ceremonies

Services/Amenities

Catering: BYO, licensed and insured
Kitchen Facilities: no
Tables & Chairs: BYO or through caterer
Linens, Silver, etc.: BYO or through caterer
Restroom: limited wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: no
Bride’s & Groom’s Dressing Areas: yes
Meeting Equipment: n/a
Parking: large lot, free on weekends
Accommodations: Inn at the Presidio
Telephone: no phone
Outdoor Night Lighting: access only
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: no
Cleanup: renter
View: panorama of San Francisco and bay

Amplified Music

Indoors
Outdoors

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair Accessible

Site Views

Cityscape
Coastline
Garden Patio/Courtyard
Ocean/Bay
Panoramic

Venue Type

Church/Chapel/Temple
Historic/Landmark Building

Restrictions

Alcohol: BYO, server must be licensed and insured
Smoking: outside only
Music: amplified OK
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: required for aisle runner only
Other: no glitter, confetti, birdseed, rice or balloon releases; some decoration restrictions

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