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20 Amazing Places for Wedding Photos in Washington, DC

Washington Monument not included, because duh.

Written by Sarah Zlotnick
| Published on June 8, 2015
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There’s formal portraits at the venue, and then there are portraits at places like this. Did we miss anything major? Let us know in the comments!

1. Blind Whino

Photo by Pop! Wed Co.

This former church is now a non-profit arts and events space.

2. The steps of Meridian Hill Park

Photo by Amber Wilke

Pretty fountains and cascading steps for days. Added bonus: the nearby Josephine Butler Parks Center is available for ceremonies and receptions!

3. The Senate Fountain at the Capitol Building

Photo by Kurstin Roe Photography

There’s also the nearby Neptune Fountain.

4. Glen Echo

Photo by You Are Raven

We love this amazing, old-timey amusement park so much we set a whole photo shoot there.

5. The Dupont Circle Metro escalator

Photo by Maggie Winters Gaudaen

Sooo many opportunities to get creative with your pictures.

6. Nationals Park

Photo by Love Life Images

Bonus points if you can get a racing president in on the fun! For more info about weddings at the ball park, head here.

7. The DC Brau Brewery

Photo by Pop! Wed Co.

Wall murals, big vats, and ceiling-high stacks of cans make this a fun idea for beer-lovers.

8. The Jefferson Memorial

Photo by Katelyn James Photography

Pretty much every angle is a good angle when it comes to this national monument.

9. The “I See Something New Every Day” mural

Photo by Audra Wrisley

Located in Adams Morgan at the corner of Champlain Street and Kalorama Road, NW. Learn more about the work over at Washington City Paper.

10. The Metro

Photo by Sarah Bradshaw Photography

Any underground station will do.

11. Ben’s Chili Bowl

Photo by Kate Headley

Even though there are now outposts in Arlington and Reagan airport, you’ve got to hit the original on U Street.

12. Leo Villareal’s “Multiverse”

Photo by Amber Wilke

The light installation is more commonly know as the walkway between the East and West buildings of the National Gallery of Art.

13. U Street’s “Black Broadway” mural

Photo by Pop! Wed Co.

Located at 1344 U Street, NW. Washington City Paper has the full history.

14. Stairs at the East Wing of the National Gallery of Art

Photo by Robin Shotola Photography

Your photographer will love experimenting with the angles.

15. Chinatown’s Friendship Arch

Photo by Mollie Tobias

Another fun idea: ask your photographer to snap you mid-stride in the crosswalk.

16. Anywhere with Cherry Blossoms

Photo by Brooke Ellen Photography

When they’re blooming, the Tidal Basin is your best bet.

17. The DC War Memorial

Photo by K. Thompson Photography

If you’re looking for columns, this open-air Doric structure is a less crowded alternative to the Jefferson Memorial.

18. The Kennedy Center Roof Terrace

Photo by Mary Gardella/Love Life Images

Who could say no to sweeping background views of Georgetown and the Potomac River?

19. Union Station

Photo by Cicely Procopio Photography

Hanging lights (and unexpected photobombers!) make DC’s Amtrak stop a fun place to pose.

20. The Capitol

Photo by Bryan Blanken with Freed Photography

Otherwise known as the ultimate DC wedding photo backdrop.

On the hunt for an amazing wedding photographer? We’ve got a list of Washington’s best just for you!

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Sarah is the Editor-in-Chief of Washingtonian Bride & Groom, and writes about weddings, fashion, and shopping. Her work has also appeared in Refinery29, Bethesda Magazine, and Washington City Paper, among others. She is a Georgetown University graduate, lives in Columbia Heights, and you can find her on Instagram at @washbridegroom and @sarahzlot.

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