Did you know that Gatlinburg, Tenn., is considered the official honeymoon capital of the South? Love is always in the air in Gatlinburg. But for couples looking to wed at one of the many cute mountain chapels, the options can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming. With this in mind, we’ve put together this handy list. It features some of the best wedding chapels and Gatlinburg wedding venues for your upcoming wedding. The following rankings are based on online reviews, overall aesthetics, amenities and affordability. Tennessee requires couples to obtain a marriage license at the County Clerk’s office. Be sure to prepare in advance before you walk down the aisle and take those vows. Chapel prices are subject to change, always contact the venue for details.
- Sevierville County Clerk: (865) 453-5502
- Pigeon Forge County Clerk: (865) 908-6613
- Gatlinburg County Clerk: (865) 430-3404
1. Wedding Chapel in the Glades
Outdoor weddings are also available at this location. The “secret garden” and two waterfalls serve as a beautiful backdrop for photos. Built in 1998, The wedding chapel is located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It also features a country aesthetic surrounded by woodlands. Certainly, it’s a perfect setting.
The chapel can accommodate up to 45 wedding guests (wedding party included) and offers a variety of wedding packages, pricing depends on various add-ons. The venue offers a wide variety of packages and special offers. To find the best option for you and to request a quote, visit the website.
2. Chapel in the Glen
The Chapel in the Glen is the sister chapel to Appalachian Wedding Company. It is located in the country woodlands right next to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and features a rustic country aesthetic. Outdoor weddings are also available. The chapel can accommodate up to 45 guests (wedding party included).
Couples can customize any wedding package. Discounts are also available for all active military personnel. Higher-end packages include a candlelight ceremony with music, bouquets and boutonnieres, a ceremony DVD, toasting goblets and a two-tiered cake. All packages include photography services. Visit the website here.
3. Gatlinburg Chapel at Honeymoon Hills
The Chapel at Honeymoon Hills, which opened in 1999, is an award-winning venue with recognition in Best of the Knot, Wedding Wire Couple’s Choice Award and TripAdvisor.
The Chapel at Honeymoon Hills offers venue options including The Wedding Chapel, Gazebo, Creekside, Bridge over a Mountain Stream and a cabin wedding. Their largest venue is the Chapel, which can accommodate up to 40 guests. Guests also have the option to add a cabin rental to their package for an additional cost.
Wedding package choices range from $199 for a simple vow exchange with no photographs to the “Ultimate Wedding” ($1100) which includes a wedding ceremony, wedding photographer, video and your choice of venue. Reception packages are also available. For more information, visit the website.
4. Chapel at the Park (Cupid’s Chapel of Love)
Cupid’s Chapel of Love was a staple in downtown Gatlinburg for decades until it burned down during the fires in 2016. But never fear, their sister location, Chapel at the Park remains. Chapel at the Park even honors packages from Cupid’s Chapel of Love. And they have integrated the waterfall, a customer favorite from the old location, into their sister venue.
This Chapel is much larger than others on our list and can accommodate up to 70 guests. The 2-story waterfall outdoor venue can accommodate up to 20 guests, while their other outdoor venues accommodate six. Chapel at the Park Estate also offers a wide variety of packages from smaller more intimate ceremonies (starting at $389 to wedding ceremonies ranging from around $400 up to $16,900.
The Platinum Package includes portraits, flowers, video, spa appointments, formal wear rentals, live music, a three-tiered wedding cake, a groom cake, lodging, limo service, attraction tickets and a reception for a 3-hour dinner buffet for up to 50 guests. Discounts may be offered, so be sure to check the website.
5. Chapel in the Hollow
We are going to cheat a little on this one because it’s not technically in Gatlinburg. But if you are in the market for something truly special and don’t mind traveling just a bit outside the city, we highly recommend Chapel in the Hollow in Seymour, Tenn (roughly an hour outside of Gatlinburg). This outdoor-only venue maintains a perfect 5-star review on Google. And it offers couples a chance to elope in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Chapel in the Hollow is unique in that it is family-owned by a local photographer (which explains their beautiful Instagram account) and an ordained minister. The grounds have been cultivated with photography in mind, complete with a mini chapel and plenty of cute photo-ready nooks. If you enjoy the Smokies, it is hard to find a better location than Chapel in the Hollow, particularly for summer weddings.
And because it’s privately owned, guests can enjoy the best part of the Smokies without having to deal with tourists, strangers, permits or government regulations. The venue can be booked by the hour and offers additional services al la carte. The venue’s base price starts at $400 depending on the day of the week and time of year. Additional add-on services include a photographer, an officiant, a videographer and a coordinator. Larger packages run up to $5,000.
This venue can comfortably accommodate up to 25 guests. Special accommodations can be made for larger wedding parties, but guests are encouraged to carpool as parking spaces are limited.
6. Gatlinburg’s Little Log Wedding Chapel
Gatlinburg’s Little Log Wedding Chapel is the largest and the most often reviewed chapel on the list. This venue is located near Chapel in the Glen near the Gatlinburg Arts and Crafts community. The setting is lovely and there is a pond on the site.
The Little Log Wedding Chapel offers both indoor and outdoor ceremonies and can accommodate up to 100 guests. Packages range from just $399 for simple ceremonies or simple elopement to $3,999 and up for a larger wedding. The wedding package includes an ordained minister, candle service, toasting glasses, videography, a 3-tiered wedding cake, photography, a flower package and 3-night lodging in a mountain cabin.
Be sure to check the cancellation policy for each venue when making plans for your big day.
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