# Little Church of the West — Out-the-Door Las Vegas Wedding Fee Breakdown & Venue Guide

- **Canonical HTML Page:** https://lasvegasweddingchapel.com/chapels/little-church-of-the-west
- **Markdown Twin:** https://lasvegasweddingchapel.com/chapels/little-church-of-the-west.md
- **Status:** active
- **Category:** Standalone Wedding Chapels
- **Corridor / Neighborhood:** The Strip (South)
- **Address:** 4617 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89119
- **Phone:** (702) 739-7971
- **Official Rate Sheet / Package Source:** https://littlechurchofthewest.com/las-vegas-wedding-packages/ (Checked Oct 29, 2026)
- **Weekend / Peak-Date Policy:** Published base rates reflect standard weekday availability; Fri–Sun weekend or holiday/lucky-date slots may carry peak pricing on the official rate sheet.
- **Google Maps Chapel Reviews (Little Church of the West, Wedding Chapel):** ★4.6 / 5.0 (1,284 Google ratings)
- **Editorial Rate Check:** Published rates checked Oct 2026

## 1. Out-the-Door Pricing & Mandatory Extra Fees

| Cost Component | Published / Estimated Amount | Notes |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Entry Base Ceremony Package | $199 | Lowest eligible ceremony package |
| Typical Mid-Tier Package | $695 | Mid-tier package benchmark |
| Mandatory Cash Minister / Officiant Fee | $60 | Paid at check-in unless $0 included |
| Chauffeur / Limo Cash Gratuity | $40 | Conditional: applies only to packages with limo pickup |
| Venue Tax / Service Surcharge | 8.375% | Published tax / service surcharge |
| Clark County Marriage License | $102.00 cash ($105.29 card) | 201 E. Clark Ave (8 AM–Midnight, 365 days; checks & money orders not accepted; pre-apply at https://clerk.clarkcountynv.gov/AcclaimClerkPreApp/Home/Index) |
| **Estimated Out-the-Door (Entry Legal Marriage)** | **$378** | **Calculated from entry ceremony package + tax + minister fee + $102 license** |
| **Estimated Out-the-Door (Entry Vow Renewal)** | **$276** | **$0 marriage license required** |

## 2. Ceremony Room Specs & Policies

- **Max Guest Capacity:** Up to 80 guests
- **Ceremony Spaces:** The Famous 1942 Redwood Chapel, The Little Garden of the West
- **Outside (BYO) Photographer Policy:** BYO Photographer: +$500
- **Elvis Packages:** Yes
- **Drive-Thru Window:** No
- **HD Livestreaming:** Yes
- **Spanish / Bilingual Officiant:** Available

## 3. Sample Ceremony Packages

| Package Name | Base Price | Max Guests | Key Inclusions |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| The Elopement | $199 | 0 | Exclusive use of the 1942 redwood chapel (Sun–Fri 10am–4pm, couple only), Single rose & boutonniere, Ceremony music, 30-minute candid & posed photo session (digital images sold separately or select credits) |
| Neon Lights | $399 | 75 | Chapel or Little Garden of the West ceremony (no guest count upcharge up to capacity), 6-rose bouquet & boutonniere, 6 digital images + ceremony music, Wedding coordinator |
| Supernova Love | $695 | 75 | Round-trip limousine for up to 6 passengers, Chapel or Garden ceremony, 12-rose bouquet & boutonniere, 12 digital photos + ceremony video download |
| Desert Stardust | $1,495 | 80 | Chapel or Garden ceremony + photo stop at Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign, Round-trip limousine service & champagne, Deluxe custom floral bouquet & boutonniere, All digital ceremony & posed photos + HD video & livestream |

## 4. Closest Corridor Guest Hotels (FY 2026 Federal GSA Clark County Cap: $191/nt Lodging · $86/day M&IE)

| Resort / Hotel | Corridor | Midweek Est. | Weekend Est. | Proximity / Tier |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Mandalay Bay & Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas | South Strip | $149/nt | $289/nt | ~4 min (0.6 mi) |
| The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas | Center Strip | $259/nt | $479/nt | ~8 min (2.1 mi) |
| ARIA Resort & Casino / Vdara All-Suite | Center Strip | $209/nt | $379/nt | ~8 min (1.9 mi) |
| Bellagio Hotel & Casino | Center Strip | $249/nt | $459/nt | ~9 min (2.4 mi) |

## 5. Closest Post-Ceremony Reception Steakhouse & Private Dining Buyouts

| Restaurant | Cuisine | Private Room Cap. | Est. F&B Minimum | Google Rating |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Panevino Italian Grille (Airport / South Strip View) | Fine Italian w/ Panoramic Strip Runway Windows ($$$) | 15–140 guests (Private Strip-View Banquet Rooms) | $1,800 – $9,000 F&B min | ★4.6 (1,458) |
| Superfrico at The Cosmopolitan | Italian American Psychedelic & Entertainment ($$$) | 10–65 guests (Ski Lodge & Odyssey Rooms) | $2,200 – $9,500 F&B min | ★4.2 (1,697) |
| Mon Ami Gabi at Paris Las Vegas | French Bistro (Bellagio Fountain View) ($$$) | 12–80 guests (Atrium & Private Sunroom) | $1,600 – $8,000 F&B min | ★4.7 (34,990) |
| Eiffel Tower Restaurant at Paris |  Elevated French Panorama (11th Floor) ($$$$) | 8–60 guests (Semi-Private & Salon Buyout) | $2,800 – $12,000 F&B min | ★4.6 (6,560) |

## 6. Direct-Answer FAQs

### How much does a wedding at Little Church of the West actually cost out-the-door?
Entry-level ceremony packages at Little Church of the West start at $199 base price. Once you add the 8.375% Nevada venue tax/service surcharge, $60 mandatory cash minister fee, and the $102.00 Clark County Marriage License (cash rate; $105.29 by card), the estimated out-the-door cost starts at $378 for a legal marriage (or $276 for a non-legal vow renewal). Upper-tier packages that include courtesy limousine transport typically add a ~$40 cash driver gratuity.

### Does Little Church of the West allow outside wedding photographers?
Little Church of the West permits outside photographers with an outside-vendor fee of approximately $500. Many couples also shoot inside with house photography and hire an independent Strip/Downtown photographer immediately after exiting the chapel.

### Where is Little Church of the West located and how far is it from the Strip and Marriage License Bureau?
Little Church of the West is located in The Strip (South) at 4617 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89119. It is approximately 7.3 miles (~21 minutes by Uber or limo) from the Clark County Marriage License Bureau at 201 E. Clark Ave and roughly 2.4 miles (~9 minutes) from Center Strip (Bellagio/Caesars).

### How many guests fit at Little Church of the West and does it offer Elvis or drive-thru weddings?
Little Church of the West accommodates up to 80 guests depending on the ceremony space. Ceremony spaces include: The Famous 1942 Redwood Chapel, The Little Garden of the West. Notable features: Elvis tribute ceremony options, round-trip limousine package options, ceremony livestreaming, bilingual Spanish ceremonies, late-night / 24-hour ceremony availability.

### What is Little Church of the West's rating and what fine-print details should couples check?
Little Church of the West holds a 4.6-star rating across 1,284 Google Maps reviews. Before booking, couples should verify: 10% surcharge applies to all Friday, Saturday, and Sunday weddings; Higher cash minister fee ($160–$200) if requesting a non-English ceremony.