New York, NY, perhaps the world's most famous city boasts parkland at its heart which is iconic in its own right. Featuring in TV series and movies this landmark attraction provides a marvelous setting for a romantic marriage. There are many places inside the park from which to choose and there are sites where you can find information about them and all place bookings.
Near to 5th Ave. At 105th St., is one of the most desirable spots for weddings. The beautifully designed Conservatory Garden has three different European themed areas, featuring a fountain or a pool at their center. The Italian area has a lovely pergola and the English area has as its main feature a circular labyrinth; both are planted with delightful blooms and topiary.
The Ladies Pavilion is also extremely popular with wedding parties. It can be found on the west side between 75th Street and 76th Street. This picturesque Victorian style pavilion made from iron is near to The Lake. It takes you back to olden days where young ladies carried parasols and their young gentlemen walked with them arm in arm and soaked up the atmosphere of the vibrant city.
All the elements of nature come together at The Pond providing the perfect combination of peace and beauty. Ducks swim about on the pond while trees and flowers frame the lake with blooms and foliage. The Gapstow Bridge the background adds the feel of a Monet painting to an already idyllic scene. The Pond is located just inside the main entrance which is off 5th Avenue at 56th Street.
Once you have decided that you want to marry in Central Park, you will need to choose a suitable date. It is worth bearing in mind that you cannot erect tents or pavilions, so the weather will play a factor. Make sure to plan a backup location in case the weather is too bad. Once you have decided on the date you can go online to the location you have chosen.
Next you will need to think about how many guests are going to attend. Some of the locations have restrictions on numbers due to the size of the area and the maximum number in the largest area is 300. If you have more than 20 guests then you will need a permit from the Department of Parks and Recreation. This can be applied for online and will take up to 30 days to arrive. Your planner can help with this.
The only other paperwork required is your marriage license which is issued by the city clerk. There is plenty of information about this on the city websites and is necessary regardless of where you choose to marry. The license is normally issued on the spot at city hall but you must have it 24 hours prior to your marriage. There are companies online who offer their services to help arrange your special day at this amazing location.
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