Boston Wedding Guide

Boston Wedding

All year-round, Boston is a city that hustles and bustles with tourists. They come to see the many monuments, parks, and museums, including the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. This is one of the main reasons why couples planning a Boston wedding need to make reservations, book reception space, and secure other wedding professionals as early as possible.

The Liberty Hotel

Planning a Boston Wedding: Highlights of the City

Some of the very sights that tourists come to see in Boston are favorite wedding ceremony and reception spaces. With a variety of settings, delightful architecture, and onsite wedding services (in some cases) – a few of the attractions in Boston to consider when making wedding plans include the New England Aquarium, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and the Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park.

Planning a Boston Wedding:  Climate and Tourism by Season

For couples planning a wedding in Boston that involves a high number of out-of-town guests, keep in mind that the 'slow' tourist season is January through March. Many hotels offer discounted rates, especially on the weekends. The down side is that the weather tends to be rather unpredictable. To enjoy an outdoor wedding with moderate, pleasant temperatures, consider a spring or autumn affair, when the days are typically dry and sunny. Summers are hot with uncomfortable humid conditions.

Planning a Boston Wedding: Moneysaving Tips

A Boston reception location can take up a bulk of the budget, especially if you've set your sights on a popular or expensive space. However, there may be an opportunity to save money by holding the wedding on a Friday or Sunday, or during the wedding off-season.  Don't be afraid to ask for a discount and negotiate prices.

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Photo Credit: http://www.libertyhotel.com

New England Aquarium http://www.neaq.org

Harvard Museum of Natural History http://www.hmnh.harvard.edu