A Savannah elopement may be the most quietly romantic ceremony you can imagine — Spanish moss hanging from centuries-old live oaks, intimate town squares lined with antebellum homes, and a historic district small enough to walk end-to-end. If you want to elope somewhere that feels like stepping into a Southern Gothic novel, Savannah is unmatched.
Best Savannah Elopement Venues
Forsyth Park
Forsyth Park is Savannah's most iconic green space — 30 acres anchored by the famous white fountain, with live oaks dripping in Spanish moss and azaleas blooming in spring. It's the most photographed location in the city and it lives up to the hype.
Davenport House
The Davenport House is a Federal-style mansion built in 1820, sitting in the heart of Columbia Square. It offers an indoor venue option with original period architecture and a manicured garden. Especially valuable for summer ceremonies when outdoor heat and humidity are intense.
Best Time to Elope in Savannah
March through May is Savannah's signature season — azaleas in full bloom in Forsyth Park, mild 70–80°F days, and Spanish moss at its most dramatic. Late September through November is the second peak after hurricane season ends. Summer is hot and humid; ceremonies are best in the morning or under the historic district's shaded oaks.
Georgia Marriage License (Chatham County)
Apply at the Chatham County Probate Court (located in Savannah's historic district) for a $66 marriage license. Georgia has no waiting period — you can apply in the morning and elope the same afternoon. Both partners must be present with valid photo ID and Social Security numbers. No blood test required. The license is valid statewide and does not expire.
Savannah Elopement Cost
Savannah elopement packages start at $1,275 at Forsyth Park and range up to $2,775 at the Davenport House. Every package includes professional photography, a licensed Georgia officiant, ceremony coordination, venue and permit fees, and edited high-resolution images.
Beyond the Ceremony
Savannah's historic district is entirely walkable — explore the city's 22 town squares, dine at The Grey or Husk Savannah, take a sunset ghost tour, or drive 20 minutes to Tybee Island for beach photos. Stay at The Marshall House, the Mansion on Forsyth Park, or a restored carriage house Airbnb in the historic district.
Start Planning Your Savannah Elopement
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