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These DC Metro Area garden wedding venues are such a perfect combination of the best parts of both city life and nature. You may find your own hidden gem!

Top 10 Garden Wedding Venues in the DC Metro Area

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The DC Metro Area has some killer spots perfect for an adventurous elopement. These are a few of my favorites!

Where to Have an Adventurous Elopement in the DC Metro Area

Elopements, Wedding Venues

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couple sits under cherry blossoms at DC engagement session

The experience of discovering flowers in Washington, DC at springtime is magical. Here are my top recommendations for taking spring engagement photos in DC.

Best Washington, DC Locations for Flowers in Spring Engagement Photos

Couples, Washington, DC

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couple runs through sunset garden at Tudor Place Washington DC wedding

A wedding day is a simple wish to have intimate moments and enjoy your loved ones. At Tabard Inn and Tudor Place in Washington, DC–this wish was granted!

Tudor Place Washington DC – a Wedding Venue Fit to Capture Your Love on Film

Wedding Venues, Weddings

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couple cheers at cocktail bar engagement session

If enjoying a hidden cocktail lounge or speakeasy sounds like you two then capturing your engagement photos at cocktail bars in DC may be the perfect fit!

Cocktail Bars in DC for Speakeasy-Themed Engagement Session Photos

Couples, Wedding Resources

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A historic wedding venue and museum, Dumbarton House is a Washington, DC spot perfectly fit for smaller, more intimate weddings with garden party vibes.

Dumbarton House: Historic Washington, DC Wedding Venue Fit for a Garden Party

Washington, DC, Wedding Venues, Weddings

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couple stands in front of Capitol Columns at sunset engagement session

One of my favorite DC venues is without a doubt the National Arboretum. Here are the reasons why I recommend the National Arboretum DC as your wedding venue!

Insider Photography & Wedding Venue Guide: The National Arboretum DC Garden Beauties

Wedding Resources, Weddings

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Couple kisses at Hotel Washington Washington DC wedding

A love for DC can be the glue that holds your wedding together. This wedding was held at the Hotel Washington, a Washington DC venue perfect for DC lovers!

Hotel Washington: A Washington, DC Venue Perfect for Your Wedding Needs

Washington, DC, Wedding Venues, Weddings

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Couple walks underneath Hotel Washington sign

DC has an endless supply of wedding venues to cover every style imaginable. Here’s what I consider to be the best all-inclusive wedding venues in DC!

Best All-Inclusive Wedding Venues in DC to Fit Your Wedding Dreams

Washington, DC, Wedding Venues, Weddings

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Couple stands kissing in forest wedding

Get your wedding day taken care of from start to finish with an all-inclusive wedding venue. I wholeheartedly recommend the Iron Gate Restaurant DC!

The Perfect All-Inclusive Outdoor Wedding Venue: Iron Gate Restaurant DC

Wedding Venues, Weddings

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Couple poses with wedding bouquet and sunglasses at rooftop elopement

This couple planned an elopement quickly, with some plans that happened on the day! See how an amazing last-minute elopement is planned in Washington, DC!

How to Pull Off an Amazing Last-Minute Elopement in Washington, DC

Elopements, Wedding Resources

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Couple embraces at European Style intimate wedding in garden

If you’re looking for a European style wedding venue that you wouldn’t expect to be in and around Washington, DC —I’ve got the spots!

Hidden European Style Wedding Venues in Washington, DC

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