Even though Bronx County is the third most densely populated area in the United States, there are plenty of open spaces for you and your wedding guests to enjoy, whether you are visiting Pelham Bay Park, Van Cortlandt Park, or the Bronx Zoo, which is also one of the unique wedding venues that Bronx County has to offer. 

You can also explore Jerome Park Reservoir, Ferry Point Park, and Woodlawn Cemetery, which opened in 1863 and is one of the largest cemeteries in New York City.

While in Bronx County, make sure you visit the New York Botanical Garden, which is also a popular location for wedding photographs, ceremonies, and receptions. 

Bronx County is mostly located on the mainland, but is bordered by the Hudson River, the Harlem River, the East River, and Long Island Sound. 

Bronx County has diverse resources for you to take advantage of during the wedding planning process. You can find fresh seafood catering on City Island, treat your wedding party to a game at Yankee Stadium, or go shopping for bridal gowns at "The Hub," which is the retail center of South Bronx and located in the neighborhoods of Melrose and Mott Haven.   

You do not need to venture far to obtain your marriage license in Bronx County, as the Bronx City Clerk's Office is located in the Supreme Court Building that is accessible through the A, B, and D lines or the Bx1, Bx6, or Bx13 buses.

If you want to explore other parts of the New York City area, Bronx County is connected to Manhattan and Queens through numerous bridges and tunnels, including Robert F. Kennedy Bridge and the Throgs Neck Bridge. 

Bronx County has been a source of inspiration for many well-known television shows and books, including Summer of Sam, Becker, and The Old Neighborhood. 

As beloved as Bronx County has been for numerous people in popular culture, we are sure that it will become just as beloved to you as you experience your wedding in this unique section of New York City. 

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