Shakespeare Gardens

Behind fencing masked by foliage, the Shakespeare Garden at Golden Gate Park provides a romantic setting for a wedding tucked inside one of the most popular attractions in San Francisco. Upon entering the charming iron gate entrance, prepare yourself for a dreamy journey towards creating your own tale of love and devotion that puts the Bard to shame. When planning your nuptials, keep in mind that April is a popular time for weddings at the Shakespeare Garden because of the flowering crabapple trees.

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Highlights of the garden include an attractive brick wall, rustic sundial, endless photo opportunities, and two rows of trees that line a possible wedding aisle. Couples often save money on wedding décor because the garden provides an exquisite ambiance that needs no sprucing up. As far as public outdoor places go, the Shakespeare Garden is fairly private with a relaxing quiet that differs from other parts of the park. You will enjoy a sense of privacy while exchanging your vows. Since no amplified sound is allowed in the Garden, your music choices are limited to live musicians (such as a harpist), singers, or low-level ‘boom box’ music.

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• Location: Martin L. King, Jr. Drive and Middle Drive East
• Maximum Capacity: 200
• Ceremonies Only