Where to Tie the Knot (Or Renew Your Vows) in Sin City
Contrary to its reputation as a place where visitors are encouraged to let loose and unleash their wildest inhibitions, Las Vegas is also the wedding capital of the world. Tying the knot and renewing your vows are popular activities in Sin City. And with wedding season right around the corner, we’ve got all the best places to say “I do,” for the first time, or say it again, no matter what you and your partner may fancy. Here are our top ten picks (in no particular order):
- Just south of the famous Las Vegas Strip sits an exotic golf course paradise, Bali Hai Golf Club and its adjacent restaurant, Cili. Weddings here are simply Par-fect, offering an on-site wedding coordinator, indoor and outdoor special event spaces for receptions and ceremonies, a backdrop featuring perfectly manicured landscaping, complete catering services, dressing room, full bar and globally-inspired, yet approachable cuisine. http://www.ciliweddings.vegas/wedding-packages/.
- If you’re looking to tie the knot in a place that truly “rocks,” our pick is Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. The stunning location presents naturally carved Mojave Desert red rock formations and serves as a perfect spot for an outdoor wedding. Red Rock Canyon’s approved wedding spots include the Overlook with its stunning sunset views, the visitor center’s Amphitheatre for a more country, rustic feel and Red Springs featuring a wooden boardwalk for the perfect nuptial spot. Keep in mind you need a Special Recreation Permit. https://friendsredrock.org/weddings/.
- If you are seeking a vintage Vegas vibe, consider The Neon Museum, one of our city’s most distinctive venues. Sitting on two acres near downtown Las Vegas, The Neon Museum is adorned with neon signs from days gone by and is sure to deliver a wedding full of color, nostalgic vibes, plenty of Instagram-worthy angles and just the right amount of funk. This spot is only ideal for photo shoots and small ceremonies and cannot accommodate receptions. Email info@neonmuseum.org for more information.
- If you’re asking yourself “What would Joe Jonas do?” the answer is “have a shotgun wedding at A Little White Wedding Chapel!” Whether it’s sitting in a classic pink Cadillac and driving through the famous Tunnel of Love or having Elvis officiate your vows, this venue is not only memorable, it’s also surprisingly affordable. There’s even official merchandise, gown and tux rentals and bouquets to match to make your day complete. Contact one of their expert wedding coordinators for more details: iwedu@alittlewhitechapel.com.
- Let your wedding guests witness your love “bloom” at Springs Preserve, centrally located just minutes from downtown Las Vegas. The destination has earned international recognition as a place of natural beauty and features a Botanical Garden, trails and colorful landscapes, perfect for both indoor and outdoor weddings. Multiple packages are available. https://www.springspreserve.org/book/weddings.html.
- Because sometimes getting married symbolizes locking up the key to your heart for good, The Mob Museum in downtown Las Vegas makes our top ten picks. Known as one of our city’s most arresting venues, the museum is housed in the historic federal courthouse and former U.S. Post Office, where many of the city’s most wanted have been tried. Onsite wedding services include catering, entertainment, production and more. Popular packages include the Roaring 20s Wedding, featuring a Speakeasy-inspired ceremony, and the Married to the Mob, featuring a Courtroom ceremony and more. https://themobmuseum.org/events/private-events/weddings/.
- Take your love to new heights by exchanging vows on the tallest observation wheel in the United States, the High Roller at The LINQ Hotel & Casino. At its highest point, the High Roller hovers nearly 600 feet above the Las Vegas Strip, providing up to nearly 40 guests unparalleled views of the city. With 28 cabins, wedding packages include such options as VIP access to the High Roller Wheel House, suite rental, professional photography, hosted bar and more. https://www.caesars.com/linq/high-roller/weddings/packages.
- If you can’t travel to Venice, Italy for your big day, bring Venice, Italy to you! The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino, named the most romantic hotel in Las Vegas by USA Today, is inspired by many of the things that make the romantic city of Venice a popular global destination. The property features architectural replicas of Venetian landmarks and offers picturesque locations for saying, “I do,” such as the Palazzo Waterfall Atrium, a wedding chapel, the Weddings Bridge in St. Marks Square and our favorite – a white wedding gondola along the Grand Canal. https://www.venetian.com/content/dam/venetian/celebrate/weddings/Wedding-Packages.pdf.
- If you’re looking for utmost simplicity, ease and convenience when it comes to planning the big day, we present to you Viva Vegas Popup, a wedding experience that pops up wherever you decide! Most packages include courtesy limo transportation, rose bouquet, mini photo shoot, officiant or minister and of course, location of your choice. So whether you want to marry in front of the Welcome to Las Vegas sign, in front of the 7 Magic Mountains rock art sculpture just outside of the city, inside the famous Jackie Gaughan penthouse suite at the El Cortez, or in the comfort of your own backyard, Viva Vegas Popup is at your service. Explore packages here: https://www.702wedding.com/las-vegas-pop-up-weddings.
