20 Intimate NYC Wedding Venue Ideas

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Hello, Lovebirds!

Are you and your partner planning an intimate wedding in NYC, but feeling overwhelmed by the endless options and big crowds?

Maybe you’re tired of scrolling through infinite wedding inspiration and feeling like nothing fits your intimate and unique vision.

You can stop the search and consider yourself rescued from the sea of cookie-cutter weddings.

I’ve compiled a list of unique and intimate ceremony ideas for the perfect wedding in the city that never sleeps.

Some of these ideas will make your special day stand out like a disco ball at a funeral.

Oh wait, that’s a very different kind of ceremony.

The point is, don't settle for boring, make your wedding day one for the books!

In this post, I’ll share 10 unique and intimate wedding ideas that will make your special day one to remember.

From rooftop terraces with stunning views to intimate parks hidden away from the hustle and bustle, we’ve got you covered. Don’t let the stress of planning ruin your special day – read on to discover the best intimate ceremony ideas and locations in NYC for you and your partner.

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20 intimate NYC wedding venue ideas to inspire you:

  • Manhattan:

    • Exchange vows on a boutique hotel's intimate rooftop terrace with city skyline views, then dine in style in the hotel's elegant dining room.

    • Say "I do" in Central Park's Cop Cot or Ladies Pavilion, followed by a reception in an upscale Upper East Side restaurant.

    • Tie the knot at a small, art deco theater in Manhattan, then raise a glass in a nearby speakeasy lounge.

    • Make it a private affair by renting a top restaurant's exclusive room.

  • Brooklyn:

    • Take in the city skyline from a small Brooklyn rooftop venue like W Loft, followed by a reception in a trendy neighborhood eatery.

    • Rent a charming brownstone and have a private chef cater your celebration.

  • Queens:

    • Say "I do" at a small, waterfront location such as Socrates Sculpture Park or Gantry Plaza State Park, then feast on seafood at a nearby restaurant or boat club.

    • Celebrate with views of the city skyline from a small rooftop venue, followed by a reception in a trendy restaurant.

    • Exchange vows at a serene beach or waterfront location like Rockaway Beach or Jacob Riis Park, then enjoy a seafood feast.

  • Bronx:

    • Have a waterfront celebration at Orchard Beach or City Island, then dine at a nearby seafood restaurant or boat club.

    • Tie the knot at a historic mansion or castle like the Bartow-Pell Mansion or Bronx County Courthouse, then dine in the gardens.

  • Staten Island:

    • Say "I do" at a small lighthouse, then sail away on a reception yacht with New York Harbor views.

Start your happily ever after with an intimate, unforgettable wedding in the city that never sleeps. These venues work perfectly for a vow renewal.


Robyn Walker

Hi I’m Robyn, a professional NYC marriage officiant and owner of Robyn Ashley Weddings. I love helping couples create personalized wedding ceremonies that truly reflect their unique love story. I pour all of my experience into every blog post on “The Love Blog”; I hope you find it helpful.

https://www.robynashleyweddings.com/about
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