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Six Wedding Venues in San Francisco for Under $3,000

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Your wedding day is a time to splurge, which is never a problem in the Bay Area. But a complete breaking of the bank is not always necessary to create a glorious, memorable wedding day, as these six beautiful, unique, and (relatively) economical venues show.

Whether you and your beau crave the beauty of redwoods, a quirky and intimate setting, or the rich history of City Hall, something on our map will certainly strike your fancy. Have a favorite to add to the list? Let us know in the comments below.—Anne Jude Kiesow


*Prices are estimates based on party size.
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Fort Mason Center

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Both the firehouse and the conference center at Fort Mason are charming, relatively economical spaces for your nuptials. There's even a chapel on site. Fees start at $1,000.

Golden Gate Club

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This building provides glorious vistas, and has event spaces for rent starting at $750. Be aware that if you're planning a big all-day affair, the fee can go up to $7,000. But if one of the building's smaller rooms will work for you, the setting is stunning.

Haas Lilienthal House

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This venue gets our vote for best place to impress out-of-town guests. The Victorian home, built in 1886, is great for parties of approximately 90 guests. The space serves as a museum part time, so it's equal parts educational and entertaining. $2350-3400 ($250 rehearsal fee)

San Francisco City Hall

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San Francisco has one of the most spectacular city hall buildings in the country, and brides of all styles chose this famed backdrop for their big day. Ceremony options include the Rotunda, the 4th floor, the Mayor's balcony or a private ceremony room. Perfect for the no-fuss couple, expect to see many other ceremonies happening on any given day. $75-$4,000 for a Saturday package accommodating up to 200 guests.

The Box SF

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A former printing plant turned event space, The Box SF is an intimate, elegantly cool venue for events under 100 people. Huge tables seating 32 guests, made from 325 year old Chinese village gate doors, are the perfect way to connect with all your guests during dinner. $1800-$3000+.

Stern Grove Trocadero Clubhouse

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For the couple who rejoices in nature, look no further than Stern Grove. Say your vows under majestic redwoods and party it up in the Trocadero clubhouse. Perfect for a Bohemian bride. $710-$900 ($750 refundable deposit, in order to keep park pristine).

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Fort Mason Center

Both the firehouse and the conference center at Fort Mason are charming, relatively economical spaces for your nuptials. There's even a chapel on site. Fees start at $1,000.

Golden Gate Club

This building provides glorious vistas, and has event spaces for rent starting at $750. Be aware that if you're planning a big all-day affair, the fee can go up to $7,000. But if one of the building's smaller rooms will work for you, the setting is stunning.

Haas Lilienthal House

This venue gets our vote for best place to impress out-of-town guests. The Victorian home, built in 1886, is great for parties of approximately 90 guests. The space serves as a museum part time, so it's equal parts educational and entertaining. $2350-3400 ($250 rehearsal fee)

San Francisco City Hall

San Francisco has one of the most spectacular city hall buildings in the country, and brides of all styles chose this famed backdrop for their big day. Ceremony options include the Rotunda, the 4th floor, the Mayor's balcony or a private ceremony room. Perfect for the no-fuss couple, expect to see many other ceremonies happening on any given day. $75-$4,000 for a Saturday package accommodating up to 200 guests.

The Box SF

A former printing plant turned event space, The Box SF is an intimate, elegantly cool venue for events under 100 people. Huge tables seating 32 guests, made from 325 year old Chinese village gate doors, are the perfect way to connect with all your guests during dinner. $1800-$3000+.

Stern Grove Trocadero Clubhouse

For the couple who rejoices in nature, look no further than Stern Grove. Say your vows under majestic redwoods and party it up in the Trocadero clubhouse. Perfect for a Bohemian bride. $710-$900 ($750 refundable deposit, in order to keep park pristine).