LondonHouse Chicago Wedding Guide
Few Chicago venues sit on real estate like this. LondonHouse occupies the landmark 1923 London Guarantee Building at the corner of Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive, directly above the river, facing the Wrigley Building, with the DuSable Bridge at its front door. For a wedding film, that means skyline in every direction, and a rooftop that has become one of the most photographed spots in the city.
LondonHouse Wedding Films
Watch two real weddings we filmed here:
Maddie & Brian’s classic celebration, with a first look at the famous rooftop Cupola.
Jessica & Dawid’s Polish-American wedding, from St. Hyacinth Basilica to the Juliette Ballroom.
The Spaces
The LH Rooftop spans three levels at the top of the tower, crowned by the iconic Cupola, the little temple on the 22nd floor that hosts the most dramatic first looks and elopement ceremonies in Chicago. Receptions center on the Juliette Ballroom, an elegant room that pairs with the hotel’s suites for getting ready; the Presidential Suite’s river views make morning preparations feel cinematic before the day even begins.
Ceremony Options
Couples marry on the rooftop with the skyline as witness, in the ballroom, or at one of the historic churches we regularly film nearby, with the hotel as home base. Our couples have paired LondonHouse with St. Hyacinth Basilica and with ceremonies onsite; either way, the building keeps the whole day within a few floors.
Photo & Video Locations
You barely need transportation. The DuSable Bridge, the riverwalk, the Wrigley Building, and Michigan Avenue are all steps from the lobby, and the rooftop delivers golden hour and blue hour without leaving the building. When couples do venture out, Olive Park and the lakefront are minutes away.
What a LondonHouse Wedding Costs
Based on the weddings we have filmed there, most LondonHouse celebrations land in the $40,000 to $90,000+ range all-in, depending on guest count, season, and rooftop use. Confirm current packages and minimums with the hotel’s events team; treat these as planning figures.
Filming Weddings at LondonHouse
We know this building’s rhythms: how the Cupola’s light shifts through the afternoon, which rooftop corners stay calm when the wind comes off the lake, and how to time a room reveal in the Juliette Ballroom. The elevator logistics between suites, rooftop, and ballroom reward a team that has done it before, and we have.
FAQ
Can you get married in the LondonHouse Cupola?
Yes, the Cupola hosts intimate ceremonies and elopements, and it is a spectacular first look location for larger weddings. It books quickly; ask the events team early.
Is the rooftop weather-dependent?
Partly. The rooftop includes indoor and outdoor levels, so there is always a covered plan. Chicago wind is real up there, which on film mostly means beautiful veil moments.
How many guests can LondonHouse accommodate?
The Juliette Ballroom suits mid-sized celebrations, with the rooftop spaces handling cocktail-style events; the hotel’s events team can match a space to your guest list.
Who films weddings at LondonHouse?
We do, from the Cupola to the last dance. Check your date →