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Get Married at SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove) Self-Book Venue Guide
Here's exactly how to get your permit, what it costs, and what to expect, from the Our Little Wedding team.
San Francisco · Self-Book Venue Guide
Can you get married at SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove)?
Yes. A SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove) micro wedding is one of the most rewarding self-book ceremonies in San Francisco, you handle the permit, and the setting does the rest. Capacity is up to 50 guests.
The garden is inside Golden Gate Park, so plan 20 extra minutes for parking, especially on weekends.
In brief
SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove) micro wedding: book it yourself with a permit, keep it to 50 guests or fewer, and bring everything in. We can coordinate the permit, the vendors, and your day if you’d like a hand.
The Details
What to know
Capacity
Up to 50
Guests for an intimate ceremony at SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove). We usually recommend 20–30 for the best experience in this kind of setting.
How to book
Permit required
Contact the Garden's events team at sfbotanicalgarden.org/visit/weddings. Micro-ceremony floor rates start around $1,150; larger space rentals from $2,000.
Good to know
Bring it in
The garden is inside Golden Gate Park, so plan 20 extra minutes for parking, especially on weekends.
Ceremony spaces
On the land
The Garden of Fragrance and the California Native section are the most popular ceremony spots.
How to book
How to book SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove) for your ceremony
The exact process, sourced from the permit office and verified by our team.
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Step 1
Contact the Garden's events team at sfbotanicalgarden.org/visit/weddings. Micro-ceremony floor rates start around $1,150; larger space rentals from $2,000.
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Step 2
The Garden of Fragrance and the California Native section are the most popular ceremony spots.
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Step 3
Admission fees for guests are included in event rental. Caterer must be from the Garden's approved list.
From the Team
Things the permit office won’t tell you
OLW tip
The Japanese Garden section is not available for private ceremonies but the paths around it make gorgeous photo backdrops post-ceremony.
Where to go for dinner after
A couple of favorites near SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove) for celebrating once the ceremony’s done.
Nopa
Late-night neighbourhood bistro, large communal table option
15 min drive from the Garden
Souvla
Modern Greek, Hayes Valley, great for groups, no private room but semi-private seating
18 min drive
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Questions
SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove) wedding questions, answered
Do I need a permit to get married at SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove)?
Yes. Contact the Garden's events team at sfbotanicalgarden.org/visit/weddings. Micro-ceremony floor rates start around $1,150; larger space rentals from $2,000.
How many guests can I have at SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove)?
SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove) accommodates up to 50 guests for a ceremony. Our Little Wedding recommends keeping it at or under 50 for a comfortable, intimate micro wedding at this site.
How far in advance do I need to book SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove)?
Permit processing at SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove) typically takes several weeks. We recommend starting the process at least 6–8 weeks before your date, or earlier for peak summer weekends.
What can I bring to SF Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove), chairs, decor, flowers?
The garden is inside Golden Gate Park, so plan 20 extra minutes for parking, especially on weekends. Check with the permit office for the current list of allowed and prohibited items for your specific date and location.
You found the spot. Now let's make it happen.
Want us to coordinate the permit, vendors, and your day?
Our packages start at $4,500 for up to 10 guests. You make the calls, venue, photographer, caterer. We coordinate everything else, from the paperwork to the walk-through.
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SF Botanical Garden photo: Daderot, via Wikimedia Commons (CC0)
