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Top Civil Ceremony Venues in San Francisco, CA
San Francisco has many beautiful event venues that reflect everything you love about the city. If you're planning a small, meaningful ceremony in SoMa or a big event in an elegant event hall in the Financial District, you will find a spot that you'll love. Picture restaurant venues with bay views, outdoor courtyards, and flexible packages—so you can focus on your vows while they handle the details. Use Tagvenue to find and book the best civil ceremony venues today.
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![Black Cat Bar + South Dining at University Club of San Francisco in Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBlack Cat Bar + South Dining
60 guestsUniversity Club of San FranciscoNob Hill, San Francisco, CALocated in the heart of San Francisco’s Nob Hill, the University Club of San Francisco is a venue designed for a variety of events, from weddings and parties to professional meetings. -
![Rooftop at The Newhall Nest in Financial District, San Francisco, CA]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop
50 guestsThe Newhall NestFinancial District, San Francisco, CAThe roof deck at Newhall Nest offers a flexible layout, perfect for accommodating 30+ guests for a variety of events. This unique rooftop space features premium amenities such as a commercial bar set up, Trager grill, attractive -
![Rooftop Terrace at BEI San Francisco - Trademark Collection in South of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CA]()
from $1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityRooftop Terrace
218 guestsBEI San Francisco - Trademark CollectionSouth of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CAAt BEI San Francisco, we believe great things happen in inspiring and inviting spaces. This 4,000 sq. ft. -
![Outdoor Garden Terrace at The Academy in Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA]()
from $450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityOutdoor Garden Terrace
25 guestsThe AcademyMission Dolores, San Francisco, CAThe Outdoor Garden Terrace is a unique space with a beautiful outdoor area and plenty of room to create your dream event. It has a gorgeous patio that is perfect for any occasion with a capacity of up to 60 guests. -
![White Swan Garden Terrace at White Swan Inn in Downtown San Francisco, CA]()
from $100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhite Swan Garden Terrace
20 guestsWhite Swan InnDowntown San Francisco, CALocated in the heart of the city, our small outdoor garden terrace is the perfect place for a small reception. French doors lead from our Parlor space out to small tables, greenery and statuary. -
![Crane Cove at Mission Rock Resort in Mission, San Francisco, CA]()
from $500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityCrane Cove
30 guestsMission Rock ResortMission, San Francisco, CACrane Cove is located upstairs adjacent to the main dining room, has sweeping views of San Francisco Bay, and offers the privacy of a curtain that can be completely drawn shut. -
![Main Hall at The Melody of San Francisco in Russian Hill, San Francisco, CA]()
from $350
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMain Hall
200 guestsThe Melody of San FranciscoRussian Hill, San Francisco, CA906 World is a historic church repurposed as a ready-to-use event venue suitable for receptions, weddings, meetings, conferences, performances, and gatherings. -
![Semi Patio at HardRockCafe in Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, CA]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi Patio
90 guestsHardRockCafeFisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, CAThe Hard Rock Cafe has been a popular place for people to enjoy fun, music, and food. The Semi Patio room in San Francisco is the perfect place for your next event. -
![Main Hall at Webster Hall SF in Pacific Heights, San Francisco, CA]()
from $3500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Hall
140 guestsWebster Hall SFPacific Heights, San Francisco, CAOur timeless Main Hall is a stunning venue that makes a statement for any event. With high ceilings, grand arched windows, and a stylish yet old-fashioned interior design, the hall creates an atmosphere that is both elegant -
![Showroom at Cobb's Comedy Club in Russian Hill, San Francisco, CA]()
from $2500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityShowroom
400 guestsCobb's Comedy ClubRussian Hill, San Francisco, CAThis incredible space is the perfect location to host your corporate event, private concert, wedding, reception or business meeting. With access to the world’s greatest musical entertainment, full service event production, -
![City Room at La Mar Cebicheria in Financial District, San Francisco, CA]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityCity Room
70 guestsLa Mar CebicheriaFinancial District, San Francisco, CAOnce the old ticket office to the Piers, the historic City Room sits along the Embarcadero on the left-hand side of the entrance to La Mar, offering casual cocktail receptions to a formal seated dinner. -
![Hall at The Great American Music Hall in Tenderloin, San Francisco, CA]()
from $9000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityHall
400 guestsThe Great American Music HallTenderloin, San Francisco, CALocated in the heart of San Francisco, The Great American Music Hall, with its rich history and grand architecture, is the perfect venue for a celebration you’ll never forget.
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Discover Affordable Civil Ceremony Venues in San Francisco
from $30
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Private Room
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HardRockCafe
Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, CA
The private party area at the Hard Rock Cafe is available for a variety of events. This room can be reserved for your celebration, birthday party, family reunion or just to meet up with your friends.
from $150
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Petite Salon
15
25
Petite Auberge
Downtown San Francisco, CA
Petite Auberge combines classic European charm with comfort, making it an ideal venue for hosting events like birthdays, reunions, or small weddings. Guests can enjoy artful decor, comfortable seating, and a welcoming ambiance
from $200
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Upstairs Private Room
120
120
Belden Express
Financial District, San Francisco, CA
Create memorable moments in a setting designed to impress your guests and bring your event vision to life!
from $200
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Main Bar and Dining Room
100
120
Belden Express
Financial District, San Francisco, CA
This dynamic space is ideal for dinner parties, upbeat happy hours, elegant receptions, productive business gatherings, memorable birthday celebrations, DJ-powered dance parties, and charming luncheons.
from $200
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Petite Patio
30
30
Petite Auberge
Downtown San Francisco, CA
The patio is a perfect place for a stand-up reception, elopement or small wedding. Natural light makes is a great venue for a photo shoot or product launch.
from $500
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Event Room
70
75
Iron Horse Cockatils
Union Square, San Francisco, CA
Welcome to Iron Horse Cocktails Event Area, a bar and event venue full of beautiful art furniture, stained-glass windows, and art on the walls. Relax in our atmosphere while enjoying the best drinks in town!
Host Your Dream Civil Ceremony in One of Our Best Restaurants
from $35
per person / per session
per person / per session
Inside Area
49
60
Al-Masri Egyptian Restaurant
Outer Richmond, San Francisco, CA
Indoor space at Al-Masri restaurant has an authentic Egyptian feel to it, so combined with delicious cuisine, it will help you to throw a great event. This beautiful space can comfortably accommodate up to 49 people, making
from $30
per person / per session
per person / per session
Entire Venue
270
550
HardRockCafe
Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, CA
The Hard Rock Cafe restaurants are famous for their eclectic décor and memorabilia. The Main Dining Area, with its original rock 'n' roll memorabilia and live music performances is perfect for special events, including parties
from $2000
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Bar Deck
60
Mission Rock Resort
Mission, San Francisco, CA
This space can accommodate up to 200 guests. 3) We offer the option of a full restaurant "buy-out" for up to 500 people.
from $3000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
120
120
Soma Restaurant & Bar
South of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CA
The restaurant is conveniently located within walking distance of the Moscone Center, Union Square, and Westfield Shopping Center. The perfect place for your next event!
from $18000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
80
130
Freekeh
Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA
Authentic Middle Eastern tapas restaurant in the heart of the Mission District serving delicious, halal, traditional foods from the Levantine region. Vegan and Vegetarian friendly also.
from $1000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
300
500
Cadillac Bar & Grill
South of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CA
The Cadillac Bar and Grill is a fun and festive place to host a birthday party, family reunion, wedding shower or reception, or even a bachelorette party!
FAQs about Top Civil Ceremony Venues in San Francisco, CA
In San Francisco, prices of civil ceremony venues average $2500 minimum spend per event. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in San Francisco, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $1000 | to $4500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $250 | to $750 | hire fee per hour |
| From $2500 | to $5000 | hire fee per event |
You'll find civil ceremony venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in San Francisco, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small civil ceremony venues | up to 70 guests | prices average $250 hire fee per hour |
| Medium civil ceremony venues | between 110 and 150 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large civil ceremony venues | over 200 guests | prices average $5000 hire fee per event |
You can choose from classic indoor spaces downtown to outdoor wedding venues in SOMA with breathtaking views of the Bay Bridge. You can also choose to hold your ceremony in private restaurants, the modern event halls in the Financial District, or in cultural landmarks like Bernal Heights Park with views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
