Leave Your Heart In San Francisco: 15 Unique SF Wedding Venues You'll Love

San Francisco is famous for many things: iconic bay views, great parks, and more incredible restaurants per capita than just about anywhere else in the country to name a few. But it's also a prime destination for weddings, thanks to a wealth of unique venues. Here's a selection of standout options that run the gamut from landmark buildings to cutting-edge museums. And most of them are worth visiting even if you're not getting married here!


Chapel of Our Lady at The Presidio by Wedgewood Weddings

San Francisco, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Vintage Vibes

Glass Walls

Customizable Packages

Fab Features: historic non-denominational chapel outfitted with exquisite hand-painted rafters, Mission-style chandeliers and vintage pews • after exchanging vows, celebrate at one of the other Presidio venues, such as the Golden Gate Club or the Log Cabin • customize your package alongside the experts at Wedgewood Weddings

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Hotel Kabuki

San Francisco, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Japantown Setting

Boutique Contemporary Hotel

Unique Gardens

Fab Features: sophisticated retreat in historic Japantown blends beautiful Japanese design elements with a plush, contemporary vibe • the Sakura Ballroom boasts a shoji-coffered ceiling and view of the garden through a floor-to-ceiling window • the Imperial Foyer and Ballroom are adjacent to the gorgeous sunken garden

Catering: In-house
Price: $
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Bistro Boudin

San Francisco, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Fisherman's Wharf Location

Iconic Restaurant

Legendary Sourdough Bread

Fab Features: stylish bistro on the waterfront in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf • variety of chic event spaces ranging from private to semi-private, most with fabulous, unobstructed bay views • world-class menus paired with exceptional service

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Conservatory at One Sansome

San Francisco, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Beaux Arts Architecture

Glass Atrium

Open Plan Design

Fab Features: 1910 Beaux Arts gem that has been reimagined as a one-of-a-kind events space that retains its historic glamour while adding plenty of modern flourishes • the soaring glass atrium is clad in rich marble, with arched alcoves and a raised stage • prime downtown location makes guest access a breeze

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$
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Above The Rim at Chase Center

San Francisco, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Modern Design

9th-Floor Balcony

Waterfront Views

Fab Features: spectacular 9th-floor venue in the iconic Chase Center • say ‘I do’ on the luxe outdoor balcony • celebrate amongst floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the San Francisco skyline, the Bay waterfront, and surrounding piers

Catering: In-house, Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$$
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Swedish American Hall

San Francisco, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Arts & Crafts Design

Speakeasy Café

Affordable

Fab Features: historic 1907 landmark building with four beautiful Arts & Crafts-style halls • full-service options include delectable catering, craft cocktail service, top-tier lighting and sound systems, and more • the iconic speakeasy Café du Nord—accessed from the main level through a hideaway staircase!— is perfect for a unique reception

Catering: In-house, Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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The Hibernia

San Francisco, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Gilded Age Glam

Iconic Building

Penthouse & Roof Deck

Fab Features: iconic 1892 treasure features unique Neoclassical Revival-style touches, including a grand corner location, giant exterior colonnade, and famed verdigris domed entrance • the Main Hall boasts a soaring 30-foot ceiling, massive arched windows, and ornately gilded fixtures • historic San Francisco experience coupled with state-of-the-art amenities

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$
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Pier 27

San Francisco, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Industrial-Chic

Right-On-the-Water Views

Flexible Event Spaces

Fab Features: modern industrial-chic waterfront venue boasting floor-to-ceiling windows with steel, concrete and glass construction • the expansive two-floor open layout offers plenty of flexibility to match your vision, with industrial ceilings, large roll-up doors, and a bayside promenade • fabulous Embarcadero location

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$
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Luxe Cruises & Events

San Francisco, California

Venue Superpowers:

Choice of Luxury Yachts

All-Inclusive

One-of-a-Kind Perspectives

Fab Features: a fleet of six luxury yachts known for their white glove service • the Cabernet Sauvignon affords a spacious lounge deck, a dining deck for sit-down dinners or buffets, and an open-air sky deck for taking in the cityscape • well-appointed settings for dining, gorgeous wraparound views of the bay, and multiple menu options

Catering: In-house, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Four One Nine

San Francisco, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Rooftop Garden

Blank Slate

Contemporary Vibes

Fab Features: blank canvas event space with light wood accents, plenty of bright windows, and thoughtfully curated furnishings • a serene rooftop garden is a stunning natural oasis with a lush, living wall • the ceiling of the first floor is studded with skylights, creating an airy, contemporary vibe

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$
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City Cruises San Francisco

San Francisco and Berkeley, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Choice of Yachts

All-Inclusive

Unbeatable Skyline Views

Fab Features: affordable all-inclusive weddings on the Bay • their wide range of vessels include glamorous yachts to a replica of a turn-of-the-century coastal steamer • to-die-for views of SF skyline, bridges, and Alcatraz

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Pearl

San Francisco, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Rooftop Garden

Industrial-Chic

Eclectic Vibes

Fab Features: industrial-chic loft with 31-foot reclaimed cedar ceiling and skylights • the garden rooftop overlooks Dogpatch, the Bay and the Oakland Hills can be easily tented • amenities include full bar service with beer and wine on tap, a full-scale catering kitchen, extensive in-house lighting, and plug-and-play theatrical lighting capabilities

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Great American Music Hall

San Francisco, California

Venue Superpowers:

Rococo Glamour

Iconic History

State-of-the-Art Tech

Fab Features: alluring 1907 Rococo concert hall with a starry past • luxe décor includes marble columns, ornately gilded balconies and an elaborate frescoed ceiling • unique theatrical touches, like personalized marquees and state-of-the-art lighting and sound

Catering: In-house, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Foreign Cinema

San Francisco, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Artsy Vibes

Al Fresco Affairs

Top-Notch Cuisine

Fab Features: dynamic hotspot that combines art, film, and fabulous food, with several cool spaces for private dining • al fresco celebrations in the courtyard where films are projected on an exterior wall • the dishes draw on international influences and use fresh, seasonal ingredients

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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California Academy of Sciences

San Francisco, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Eco-Friendly

Cool Guest Experience

Creative Culinary Treats

Fab Features: world-renowned, eco-friendly natural history museum • variety of event spaces include an aquarium, a planetarium or a rainforest, and a living roof • cocktails in the elegantly columned Swamp, then move on to a gourmet five-course repast in the African Hall

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$
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