Washington DC has many historical and stunning wedding venues. Whether you are visiting Washington DC for the first time or you live in or around the district, there are many venues that will make you feel like you are seeing this place for the first time. Here are four of the best wedding venues to think about when tying the knot in DC.

Spanish Steps

If you’d like to get married outside, this is a simple venue that can be turned into something amazing. With beautiful landscapes and architecture, take advantage of the warm spring weather in DC and get hitched on the Spanish Steps. Leaving the busy city in the distance, this is a peaceful place to get married and you won’t have to wait on a long list for your venue to become available. If after the wedding you want to book a venue for your reception, DC catering can take care of the food, so you don’t need to worry about it.

President Lincoln's Cottage

If you want to get married in a place of historical value or are a huge history buff, you may want to get married in a place many will never forget. This cottage was home to the famous President who aspired to make America the best it could be. The cottage is both a place of greatness and can be made into a romantic and pretty wedding scene. This is a perfect venue for outdoor gatherings, so you can marry and have your wedding party here too. At night it can be turned into a romantic wonderland, with fairy lights and an outdoor bar.

The Mansion on O Street

If you haven’t heard of this famous mansion in DC, it is about time you checked it out. This spectacular mansion is great for weddings and the afterparty, and with themed rooms and seventy hidden doors, this is a wedding venue with a difference. Let your guests explore and take in everything this mansion has to offer. It also has hotel rooms, so you and your guests can stay the night; no need to think about getting home at the end of a long day.

Constitution Gardens

This is a very scenic place to get married, with the Washington Monument standing proudly behind you as you say your vows in front of the Potomac River. You will need to apply for a special wedding permit to get married here, so check out the government website for more details. With the scenery and monument behind you, this is certainly different to a church wedding and is a wedding people will remember for a long time. The best part is that you can re-visit your wedding venue for free and come back to the place where you confessed your love for each other in front of your friends and family.

There are many more hidden gems within Washington DC that you can choose to marry in. Good luck on your big day! 

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