The answer up front
Expect $1,275 to $2,775 for a Savannah elopement with us. Forsyth Park is $1,275 for the one-hour Getaway Plus and $1,675 for the two-hour Friends and Family; the Davenport House is $1,875 and $2,775, higher because of the Historic Savannah Foundation rental. Every package includes the venue, a licensed Georgia officiant, 100–200 edited photos, coordination and Chatham County license guidance. The Georgia license fee goes to the Probate Court separately: $36 with a premarital education certificate, $76 without.
How much do Forsyth Park and Davenport House packages cost?
| Package | Forsyth Park | Davenport House |
|---|---|---|
| Getaway Plus Up to 10 guests · 1 hour · 100–150 photos | $1,275 | $1,875 |
| Friends and Family Up to 20 guests · 2 hours · 150–200 photos | $1,675 | $2,775 |
What every Savannah package includes
- Venue access. Forsyth Park: no special-event permit and no seating; guests stand. Davenport House: Historic Savannah Foundation rental + museum staff coordination.
- A licensed Georgia officiant.
- A professional Savannah wedding photographer. 100–200 edited photos.
- Ceremony coordination.
- Chatham County marriage license guidance. Step-by-step walkthrough including the $40 premarital education discount.
- Historic-district logistics. Parking, walking routes between venues, post-ceremony recommendations.
What's NOT included
- Georgia marriage license fee: $36 or $76 paid to Chatham County Probate Court. $36 with premarital education certificate (six hours, recognized provider); $76 without.
- Videography (optional): $675 / $1,075.
- RAW photo files: $200 / $250.
- Florals, hair and makeup.
Savannah elopement vs. Savannah traditional wedding
Average Savannah wedding 2025 ran $30,000–$50,000:
- Venue (historic-district mansion, plantation, or hotel): $7,000–17,000
- Catering: $9,000–17,000
- Photography + videography: $4,500–8,500
- Florals: $3,500–7,000
- Music/DJ: $2,000–4,500
- Coordinator: $2,500–5,000
- Attire, hair/makeup, paper, transportation: $4,000–9,000
Why do couples choose Savannah's historic district?
- 22-square historic district and Spanish-moss aesthetic. Savannah was laid out in 1733 on a grid of 22 public squares, almost all still intact and ringed by live oaks draped in Spanish moss.
- Georgia's license process is simple. $36 with a premarital education certificate ($76 without), no waiting period, no blood test, same-day issuance.
- The historic district is walkable. Forsyth Park, Davenport House, Columbia Square, River Street, City Market, The Olde Pink House, Husk Savannah — all within 15 min walking radius.
How to book a Savannah elopement
- Pick venue — see Savannah packages.
- Submit inquiry. Confirmation in 24 hours.
- Planning call covers ceremony structure, license timing, premarital education discount, add-ons.
- ~30 days before: license application checklist. Both partners visit Probate Court.
- Ceremony day: arrive.
Related reading
- All Savannah packages compared
- Forsyth Park venue page
- Davenport House venue page
- How to Elope in Savannah
See every venue, guest limit and price on the Savannah elopement packages page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Savannah elopement cost in 2026?
All-inclusive Savannah elopement packages from Elopements Inc. range from $1,275 to $2,775, against a $30,000–$50,000 average 2025 Savannah wedding. Forsyth Park is $1,275 for Getaway Plus and $1,675 for Friends and Family; Davenport House is $1,875 and $2,775 because of the Historic Savannah Foundation rental. The $36 or $76 Georgia license fee is separate.
What does a Savannah elopement package include?
Every Savannah package includes the venue — Forsyth Park, which needs no special-event permit from us, or the Historic Savannah Foundation rental and museum staff coordination at Davenport House — plus a licensed Georgia officiant, a professional photographer delivering 100–200 edited photos, ceremony coordination, Chatham County marriage license guidance and historic-district logistics like parking and walking routes.
How much is a marriage license in Savannah, Georgia?
The Georgia marriage license costs $36 with a six-hour premarital education certificate or $76 without one. Both partners apply online, then come to the Chatham County Probate Court at a booked appointment with photo ID; the fee is paid to the court (cash, card with a 5% fee, money order or cashier's check, never a personal check), and Elopements Inc. cannot obtain the license for you. Georgia has no waiting period; licenses issue same day.
What is not included in a Savannah elopement package?
The Georgia marriage license fee — $36 with a premarital education certificate or $76 without — is paid directly to the Chatham County Probate Court. Optional add-ons are videography at $675 or $1,075 and RAW photo files at $200 or $250, depending on tier. Florals and hair and makeup are arranged separately.
How far in advance should I book a Forsyth Park elopement in Savannah?
Most Elopements Inc. couples book 6–12 weeks ahead; there is no special-event permit to wait on for Forsyth Park. Inquiries are confirmed within 24 hours, then a planning call covers ceremony structure, license timing and the premarital education discount. About 30 days out, both partners visit Chatham County Probate Court.