Historic Streets & Modern Beats City Elopement in Boston MA $5,500

Historic Streets & Modern Beats City Elopement in Boston MA

  • Urban
  • Historic Architecture

Boston is a city where history, charm, and modern energy come together, and it makes for an unforgettable elopement backdrop. With this comprehensive Boston elopement experience, you’ll have every detail covered, from thoughtful planning to a full visual love story that captures the spirit of the city and the heart of your day. 

We’ll start the day with getting ready and a first look at one of downtown Boston’s boutique hotels. From there, we’ll head out on a city excursion that loosely follows the Freedom Trail. Your gallery will be filled with romantic and candid images of you strolling the brick-lined streets of Beacon Hill, wandering the lush greens of the Boston Public Garden and the Common and taking in the historic sights of the North End. You get to hit pause at any point on the journey for your intimate vow exchange, blending Boston’s rich history with moments that are uniquely yours.

The day will include a mix of travel styles to meet your needs, from taking the path by foot to soak in every detail or hopping on the T for a classic local experience. Each neighborhood we’ll explore offers a different vibe for your photos, from the grandeur of historic landmarks to the intimacy of tucked-away side streets, from the open air of waterfront parks to the buzz of urban life. Whether you want to keep the day fully walkable or mix in short rides between locations, the flow will be relaxed, allowing you to enjoy each spot without feeling rushed.

As your Boston elopement planner + photographer, my role is to make your elopement feel like an intimate escape created just for you. I firmly believe that the most authentic imagery comes when the couple feels completely at ease, so I’m here to provide you with a judgement-free zone to be who you want to be, say what you want to say, and feel how you need to feel in the moment. This is your wedding day, do whatever the fork you want. 

Guest Capacity
Guest Capacity
Up to 6
Package Location
Package Location
Massachusetts, New England
Hike Distance
Photography Coverage
10 Hours
Elopement Setting & Scenery
  • • 🌆 Urban
  • • 🏰 Historical / Architectural
  • • 🌸 Manicured Landscapes
Package Style / Vibe
  • • Fun / Intimate
  • • Minimalist / Low-Key
  • • All-Inclusive
  • • Dog-Friendly
  • • Hike Distance: 3+ miles
  • • Hike Difficulty: Easy
What's Included
  • Photography Included
  • • Up to 10 hours of documentary coverage
  • • Sneak peeks posted throughout the week after your elopement; final gallery delivery within 12 weeks
  • • Online gallery of images (approx 30-50 per hour of coverage)

  • Planning Support Included
  • • Bespoke and seasonally-relevant planning of your elopement day’s specific locations and timeline
  • • Date selection and guidance: crowd-avoidance, ideal timing, seasonal guidance
  • • Vow exchange in an iconic Boston setting
  • • Accommodations and vendor research and recommendations
  • • Marriage license acquisition guidance

  • Vendors Included
  • • Officiant: Option for Emma to perform the ceremony and/or legalize the marriage
NOT Included
  • • Transportation & Lodging
  • • Location permits (if applicable for certain Boston parks and landmarks)
  • • Additional vendors such as venue, catering, florist, pet-sitting, etc.
Additional Add-Ons
  • Video package: dedicated photo-only artist, social media reel, full length ceremony film, cinematic highlight film (+3000)
  • Second photographer (+$1000) 
  • Engagement session (starting at +$500)
Availability
  • Seasons Available: Spring, Summer, Fall
  • Minimum Notice Required: 2 months
Optional Notes & Customization
  • Couples who live out of state and not within driving distance of a Massachusetts town need to plan for a minimum of 1, non-holiday weekday that is NOT the day of their elopement to manage their marriage license process during Boston City Hall business hours.
  • Boston is a walkable city with ample public transit. Driving and parking can be very challenging, so couples who book this package need to be prepared to walk 3+ miles as part of their day and/or take advantage of public transit.
  • Couples should plan to spend a minimum of $500/night on basic accommodations, more for VRBO/AirBnB.
Package offered by:
Emma Thurgood - New England Elopements
Emma Thurgood - New England Elopements
  • Based In
    CT, serving MA, NH, RI and VT.
Travel Policy

A variable travel fee is applied to non-Connecticut elopements for all Journey package bookings. Full day bookings with the Wanderlust or Venture package do not have travel fees for New England.

Booking Terms

- 20% non-refundable booking fee of the after-tax package price due at contract signing

- Full balance due 30 days prior to elopement date; bookings with 3+ month planning timeline will split into two installments with a payment midway through planning phase

- Contract signed and payment made electronically

- Credit/Debit card accepted

- Sales tax applied as required by law

- Full gallery delivered within 12 weeks

Emma Thurgood - New England Elopements
Emma Thurgood - New England Elopements

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