Ceremony Locations in Central Park
Eight spots we love
We've married couples all over Central Park. These are the places we recommend most — each one works beautifully for an intimate ceremony.
Ladies Pavilion
A Victorian cast-iron gazebo on the lake — our most-requested ceremony spot.
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Bethesda Terrace
The Angel of the Waters fountain — the grand heart of Central Park.
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Bow Bridge
The park's most photographed bridge — our essential portrait stop.
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Gapstow Bridge & The Pond
A stone bridge over The Pond — the classic NYC view, Plaza skyline behind the water.
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Wagner Cove
A hidden rustic shelter on the lake — the park's best-kept secret.
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Cop Cot
A rustic hilltop shelter with the room for the whole family.
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Shakespeare Garden
A flower garden between 79th and 80th — at its best in spring and summer.
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Dene Summerhouse
A hidden ivy-covered gazebo on a hilltop — Central Park's best-kept secret for elopements.
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Tell us your vision in the booking form — we’ll match you with the perfect corner of the park.
Check your date →Want the skyline in your photos?
Brooklyn Bridge Park weddings: the same stress-free elopement, another flavor — waterfront, skyline views, both bridges.
Read the guide →Good to know
- Across most of the park, small ceremonies (under 20 guests, no setup) don't need a permit.
- No chairs, tables, tents, amplified sound, alcohol, or decorations — and the park stays open to the public during your ceremony.
- We take care of the ceremony itself; if your spot needs a permit, we walk you through it.
- Weekday mornings are the quietest — weekends bring events, crowds and fellow couples.
- Check the park's event calendar before you set the date; a marathon or festival can fill your favorite spot.