The Best Places to Elope in New York City (That Aren’t City Hall)

Not everyone dreams of getting married under fluorescent lights at the City Clerk’s Office. If you're looking for something just as easy but way more romantic, New York has you covered. From skyline views to secret gardens, this city is full of ceremony-ready corners that make eloping feel like an actual moment.

Here are our favorite places to elope in NYC that are just as fast and low-fuss as City Hall — but a whole lot more special.

🌳 Manhattan

• The High Line
  Elevated, iconic, and full of industrial-meets-nature backdrops. Bonus points if you catch golden hour.

• Cop Cot, Central Park
  A rustic wooden gazebo that feels tucked away — even though it's right off 6th Avenue.

• Wagner Cove, Central Park
  For quiet, woodsy vibes with rowboats drifting past in the background.

🌉 Brooklyn

• Brooklyn Heights Promenade
  A timeless view of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty. It's hard to beat.

• Domino Park
  Think: waterfront views, city grit, and an elevated walkway that makes for killer photos.

• Prospect Park Boathouse Lawn
  Classic, green, and gorgeous. Plus you’re a short stroll from a celebratory drink at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden café.

🌅 Queens

• Gantry Plaza State Park
  Sunset stunner with long boardwalks, skyline vistas, and plenty of space to celebrate.

• Socrates Sculpture Park
  Artful and unexpected — perfect for a couple that wants something with personality.

✨ Bonus Picks

• Brooklyn Bridge (yes, on the bridge)
  Eloping with the city buzzing beneath your feet? It’s a vibe.

• Shakespeare Garden, Central Park
  Flowers, peace, and vintage charm. Peak spring here is hard to beat.

A Note on Permits

Some public spaces are permit-required; some are “guerilla-style” (aka, we go early, move fast, and don’t make a fuss). Cakewalk ceremonies are always low-impact, and we’ll help guide you toward the best option based on your vision and group size.