Kissing at Waters Edge & Whale Kathleen Ballard Photography

Kathleen Ballard Photography 

Destination Weddings in San Juan Islands

Romantic ambiance, recreation, and natural beauty...the San Juan Islands are the perfect place to create special memories that will last a lifetime.

Get married outdoors at a resort overlooking the water, in a quaint church, on a boat or perhaps in two kayaks.  Regardless of what you have in mind for your special day, there's no better way to begin the rest of your life than in the San Juan Islands.

Share activities like sea kayaking, hiking, bicycling, whale watching, mountain biking, horseback riding, scuba diving, golfing, wine tasting and spa-ing.  And your wedding guests will love an excuse to visit the San Juans! 

Our complete and comprehensive information about the San Juan Islands will aid you in planning and fulfilling all your expectations for your special occasion.  The San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau specializes in various aspects of weddings and is waiting to help you plan your destination wedding!  To receive our Destination Wedding Planning Guide by mail call 888-468-3701 x1.

  • Marriage licenses can be obtained from the San Juan County Auditor's office, (360) 378-2161.
  • A three-day waiting period is required. Any license obtained in the State of Washington is valid for marriage in San Juan County. Ministers, priests and judges can preside over weddings.

For more information on destination weddings, honeymoons, anniversaries and renewal of vows click here.