There’s nothing quite like a Baltimore elopement – it’s a city brimming with history, color and vibrancy, iconic locales, and dreamy Inner Harbor views.
I had the chance to capture Michaela and Achu’s elopement on a houseboat in the Inner Harbor, which is a truly unforgettable setting. Inspired by their day, I wanted to share more one-of-a-kind places to elope in Baltimore, each offering a unique backdrop for your day.
Read on to find your perfect Baltimore elopement location.
Eloping in Baltimore
Before you check out the different elopement venues I’ve included in this blog, I wanted to give you a quick overview of how to get your marriage license in Baltimore. This is a simple but essential part of planning your elopement.
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Here’s what you need to do to get your Baltimore marriage license
Maryland marriage licenses are issued by the city or county clerk’s office, which is where you’ll need to go to apply for your license. In Baltimore, the marriage license fee is $85.00, and you can only pay with cash.
You have to go to the circuit court in person to apply for your marriage license. When you apply for your marriage license, only one of you needs to be present to apply for it. You’ll need each person’s full legal name, address, age, state and county of birth, social security number, and birth certificate.
As soon as you’ve applied, the clerk will review your application and then give you three papers: the original marriage license, the official copy, and the clerk’s copy. You must have your ceremony within six months from when the marriage license was issued.
To make sure you have all the information you need and to begin the application process, it’s best to visit the Baltimore Circuit City Court’s website, which you can access here.
Where to Elope in Baltimore
Baltimore has some truly spectacular and unique places where you can elope! Here are some potential venues you could choose from:
On a Houseboat in the Inner Harbor with FLOHOM
Imagine saying “I do” right in the heart of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor and having incredible views of the downtown skyline. If that sounds like a dream come true you have to check out FLOHOM.
With FLOHOM you can have an immersive waterfront experience, elevated hospitality, and fully enjoy everything the Baltimore Harbor has to offer.
Hotel Revival
Hotel Revival has an art-deco-inspired design and offers you gorgeous views of the city skyline. They have some different spaces you can choose from in the hotel, and one of the most noteworthy is the Garden Room.
The Garden Room has a private rooftop and views of Mount Vernon and downtown Baltimore. It also has charming bistro string lights and lots of natural light—perfect for that intimate city feeling when you elope in Baltimore.
Rawlings Conservatory
The Rawlings Conservatory is a greenhouse-style structure where you can plan an indoor or outdoor elopement. It’s a historic conservatory within one of Baltimore’s largest gardens.
You can tie the knot amongst the stunning flora or in the beautiful outdoor gardens. This is another venue with several different spaces you can choose from, such as the Orchid Room or the exotic Tropical House.
Mt. Vernon Square
Mt. Vernon Square features a variety of historic buildings and cobblestone streets that serve as a unique backdrop for your elopement. You will need to apply for a permit if you want to have your celebration here. To apply for the permit, you can go here.
Sagamore Pendry
Sagamore Pendry is a stylish and elegant building in the center of historic Fells Point. This venue is a photographer’s dream, as it offers many incredible spots for couple portraits, such as the eye-catching red-carpeted staircase or the modern glass facade along Thames St.
Woodberry Kitchen
Woodberry Kitchen is a gorgeous, intimate space with twinkling string lights overhead and full-length windows that let in lots of natural light. The venue creates a cozy and warm atmosphere the moment you enter.
It’s set inside a beautiful, historic mill and has original brickwork with elegant design touches, such as French doors that open onto a tented patio and curved brick archways. Also, it has a grand staircase that is perfect for creating an unforgettable entrance and for your couple photos.
Artifact Coffee
Artifact Coffee is another historic mill building, and the atmosphere is incredibly romantic. Just because it’s a coffeehouse doesn’t mean that that’s all there is to this venue.
This building is stunning both inside and outside, with its exposed stone walls, unique characteristics, and decor. The patio area is perfect for your elopement ceremony.
Queer Baltimore Elopement on a Houseboat in the Inner Harbor
Michaela and Achu planned a stunning elopement on a houseboat in the Inner Harbor with FLOHOM! They had a colorful celebration with incredible views of the water and vibrant wedding florals as the backdrop for their celebration.
The ceremony just included Michaele and Achu and their officiant, making it special and intimate. At the end of their ceremony, they both sprinkled colorful confetti in each other’s hair, and we wrapped up their wedding with some photos next to the harbor and on the boat.
While their elopement was simple and intimate, their colors brought so much personality and uniqueness to the day. Bright pops of red, yellow, and orange really stood out against the backdrop of the city and filled the day with so much love and joy. It was truly such an honor to be a special part of their day!
Now You Know Where to Elope in Baltimore
I hope that you found this guide on different places to elope in Baltimore helpful! Baltimore is known as Charm City, and for good reason.
If you plan your elopement here, you definitely won’t be disappointed. You’ll find plenty to do, from the museums to the history and culture. You’ll also encounter beautiful scenery, and I’m certain you’ll fall in love with the waterfront views.
Now, all you need is the perfect photographer to capture your Baltimore elopement. I would love to be your partner in letting your imagination run wild. Nothing is too over the top in Baltimore! You can click here to learn more about my wedding photography services, or you can head over here to reach out and chat about your vision for your wedding!
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