The 7 Best Places to Elope in the U.S.

November 7, 2017

As the New Year makes it’s way to the calendar, couples are leaning away from large celebrations and choosing intimate ceremonies with just a handful of loved ones, or for some, a party built for two. If you can get away with the pleas from your parents and the traditional rituals that many couples feel pressured to execute, the best places to elope in the U.S. can be particularly enticing. Though going abroad is always an option, it’s a trickier one to find marriage licenses and make your marriage official. Instead, you can decide to stay stateside, where you can choose the terrain that fits your relationship.

From seaside and atop a mountain to skylines and more, here are the best places to elope in the U.S.

Sunset Terrace at Chelsea Piers in New York, NY

The city never sleeps - and neither will you as you get excited for your upcoming elopement at this beautiful location, certainly one of the best places to elope in the U.S. Right on the Hudson River, the city spirals around you, but the peace you’ll feel in your soul as you exchange your vows will mask the sounds. Three of the walls feature floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing the sun to shine through and consider booking a boat tour around the New York City harbor post-kissing-the-bride (or groom).