A Little White Wedding Chapel Wedding Photographer
The world-famous Las Vegas chapel where you can marry in minutes, from a classic indoor chapel to the original drive-thru Tunnel of Love.
A Las Vegas Strip landmark, built for speed
A Little White Wedding Chapel is one of the most recognizable names on the Las Vegas Strip’s north end, known for fast, affordable, no-fuss ceremonies rather than full sit-down receptions. Since the 1950s it has married walk-ups, elopers, and couples on a whim, and its guest book includes names like Frank Sinatra, Bruce Willis and Joe Jonas. It is built for the ceremony experience: pick a package, show up with a valid Nevada marriage license, and you are married in a matter of minutes.
This is a ceremony venue, plain and simple. It offers multiple settings under one roof and outdoors — most famously the original drive-thru Tunnel of Love, where couples say their vows without leaving their car, motorcycle or bicycle.
Facts compiled from the chapel’s official website (packages, chapels and drive-thru pages) and widely published photographer guides; prices and inclusions change, so confirm current details directly with the chapel.
The complete Little White Chapel planning guide
Capacity & spaces
Seated dinner — n/a (no reception or dining on site). Standing/cocktail — n/a (no reception space). Ceremony — about 10 guests in the main Little White Chapel; up to roughly 60 in the larger Amore Chapel; the drive-thru is for the couple and a few onlookers.
- Little White Chapel — the classic intimate indoor chapel for a traditional short ceremony.
- Amore Chapel — the larger chapel, with room for up to about 60 guests.
- Tunnel of Love — the drive-thru ceremony lane for the couple and a car, motorcycle or bicycle.
Pricing
Base packages start around $80–$150 and include the drive-thru or a short chapel ceremony; premium packages run up to roughly $700 and add Elvis performers, songs, flowers and the Pink Cadillac. Weekend and special-date surcharges, taxes and a service fee apply, and a minister tip is customary and usually not included.
Catering & bar
No on-site catering, bar or reception space. Outside food, alcohol and decorations are not permitted. This is a ceremony-only venue — couples host any meal, toast or party at a separate restaurant, hotel or reception venue afterward.
Rules & restrictions
- A valid Nevada marriage license must be obtained from the Clark County Marriage License Bureau before the ceremony.
- Arrive about 30 minutes early; ceremonies typically run 5–10 minutes.
- No outside food, alcohol or decorations allowed on site.
- Bring your own photographer if desired, but notify the chapel in advance (often about 14 days).
- Packages are generally non-refundable and substitutions are not permitted.
- A cash tip for the minister is customary and usually not included in the package price.
Getting ready, parking & access
Getting ready space — minimal; there is no full bridal suite, so most couples arrive dressed and ready. Parking — free on-site parking available. Load-in — very light; no vendor build-out since decor and outside catering are not allowed.
How to book
Book directly through the chapel’s website or by phone; reservations by phone or online are recommended, though walk-ups are part of the tradition. Choose your package and chapel or the drive-thru, then confirm your date and time. Get your Nevada marriage license from the Clark County Marriage License Bureau beforehand, and arrive about 30 minutes early. Weekends and holidays fill fast, so reserve popular slots ahead.
Photographing Little White Chapel
The chapel is a playground of classic Las Vegas iconography. The white steeple, neon signage and the Tunnel of Love arch give you unmistakable sense-of-place frames, and the Pink Cadillac is a photo magnet for fun, retro portraits. Because ceremonies are short, plan to capture arrival, the vows and a few staged moments efficiently.
Light is mixed: indoor chapels are tungsten-lit and compact, so a fast lens and off-camera flash help. Outdoors, the drive-thru and signage shine at dusk when neon reads against a deep-blue sky, making blue hour the strongest window for the signature shots. The whole property is small, so scout the tunnel, marquee and Cadillac in advance to move quickly.
Engagement sessions at Little White Chapel
The chapel’s neon and kitschy Vegas charm make it a fun, low-cost engagement or elopement-portrait backdrop, especially after dark.
Contact the chapel ahead of time to confirm photographer policy and timing so your session does not overlap a booked ceremony.
What couples love
- Fast, affordable and legally binding ceremonies with almost no planning required.
- The one-of-a-kind drive-thru Tunnel of Love, unavailable almost anywhere else.
- Elvis tribute options and the Pink Cadillac add a playful, quintessential Vegas twist.
- Rich celebrity and pop-culture history that makes the location instantly recognizable.
- Flexible, low-stress option perfect for elopements and spur-of-the-moment weddings.
Good to know
- It is a ceremony venue only; there is no reception, dining or bar on site.
- Guest capacity is small, so it suits intimate weddings and elopements, not large gatherings.
- No outside food, alcohol or decorations are allowed.
- Ceremonies are brief (5–10 minutes) and time slots move quickly, especially on weekends.
- You must secure your Nevada marriage license separately before arriving.
A typical wedding day at Little White Chapel
Frequently asked questions
Is A Little White Wedding Chapel a reception venue?
What is the Tunnel of Love drive-thru?
Do I need a marriage license first?
How much do ceremonies cost?
How many guests can attend?
Can I bring my own photographer?
Are Elvis ceremonies available?
How long does a ceremony last?
Can I bring decorations, food or alcohol?
Do you allow walk-ups, or is booking required?
Is parking available?
Can we get married any time of day?
Getting there & logistics
Nearby getting-ready hotels
- The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod
- Circa Resort & Casino (downtown)
- Golden Nugget Las Vegas
- The D Las Vegas
The history behind Little White Chapel
- Founded in the 1950s, it became one of the most famous quick-wedding chapels in Las Vegas.
- Its guest book includes Frank Sinatra, Bruce Willis, Britney Spears and Joe Jonas among many celebrity weddings.
- It popularized the drive-thru Tunnel of Love, an enduring symbol of Las Vegas wedding culture.