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Weddings at Bethesda Terrace and Fountain

Bethesda Terrace is located in the middle of the park at 72nd Street and is the heart of Central Park. Bethesda Fountain is the focal point of the Terrace, with a large circular pool surrounding the Fountain. The statue in the Fountain faces the Terrace itself, which includes a tunnel under the road with majestic stairs on each side. The Terrace literally goes over and through the hill, blending seamlessly into the surrounding landscape.

Nature first, second, and third — architecture after awhile.
— Calvert Vaux, co-designer of Central Park

The ornate area under Bethesda Terrace is frequently filled with acoustic musicians and singers. The arches and tiled ceilings make this a great spot for a wedding ceremony. Other spots for wedding ceremonies include the lakefront (North side of the Fountain), on the stairs, and right in the open area between the Terrace and the Fountain. This area is typically the most crowded spot in the park, and many times you will see numerous bridal portraits taking place simultaneously.

Under the Terrace – Christmas Eve Morning by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Under the Terrace – Christmas Eve Morning :: Steve Worth

Group Photo – All the Guests by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Group Photo – All the Guests :: Steve Worth

Large Group with Guitars by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Large Group with Guitars :: Steve Worth

Dipping the Bride by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Dipping the Bride :: Steve Worth

Rings, Hands, and Flowers by: Kira Yustak — Bethesda Terrace, Rings, Hands, and Flowers :: Kira Yustak

Candid Portrait Bride and Groom by: Kira Yustak — Bethesda Terrace, Candid Portrait Bride and Groom :: Kira Yustak

Brides congratulating each other by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Brides congratulating each other :: Steve Worth

Bride and her Dad share a moment before the Procession by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Bride and her Dad share a moment before the Procession :: Steve Worth

Terrace Wide View by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Terrace Wide View :: Steve Worth

Bridal Portrait in front of the fountain by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Bridal Portrait in front of the fountain :: Steve Worth

Bethesda Fountain by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Bethesda Fountain :: Steve Worth

Bride Walks Down the Aisle by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Bride Walks Down the Aisle :: Steve Worth

Kiss during Ceremony by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Kiss during Ceremony :: Steve Worth

Red and White by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Red and White :: Steve Worth

Under the Terrace by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Under the Terrace :: Steve Worth

Wayward Bubble by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Wayward Bubble :: Steve Worth

Brides leading the way! by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Brides leading the way! :: Steve Worth

Walking toward the Terrace by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Walking toward the Terrace :: Steve Worth

Vows beside the Lake by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Vows beside the Lake :: Steve Worth

Bride and Groom next to the Fountain by: Kira Yustak — Bethesda Terrace, Bride and Groom next to the Fountain :: Kira Yustak

Bethesda-Terrace-featured-image by: Steve — Bethesda Terrace, Bethesda-Terrace-featured-image :: Steve

Bridal Party casually on the Fountain by: Kira Yustak — Bethesda Terrace, Bridal Party casually on the Fountain :: Kira Yustak

Kissing in Front of the Stairs by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Kissing in Front of the Stairs :: Steve Worth

Ceremony in Progress from Terrace View by: Steve Worth — Bethesda Terrace, Ceremony in Progress from Terrace View :: Steve Worth

If you are interested in having your wedding at Bethesda Terrace, please have a look at our package, tips for planning your wedding in Central Park, and contact us to check availability for your date!