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Riggs Washington DC

Riggs Washington DC is a historic hotel in an urban setting where elegant weddings unfold across indoor and outdoor spaces, with outdoor ceremonies possible and an indoor backup plan in place.

Riggs Washington DC is a hotel destination wedding venue in Washington, United States, hosting 120 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$41,000 (our estimate).

Guests
120 standing
Venue website
Rooms
181 rooms
Venue website
Cost
About US$41,000 for 80 guests
Aisle estimate
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
Venue website
Getting there
DCA · about 15 min by car
Aisle estimate

About Riggs Washington DC

Riggs Washington DC is a historic hotel in an urban setting where elegant weddings unfold across indoor and outdoor spaces, with outdoor ceremonies possible and an indoor backup plan in place.

The property holds 181 guest rooms, from Standard King Rooms to Deluxe Family Rooms sleeping up to six, plus First Lady Suites named for Caroline Harrison, Louisa Adams, Ida McKinley and Angelica Van Buren.

Meeting and banquet space accommodates up to 120 standing, catering is handled in house, and wedding packages run from 265 to 300 USD (we estimate this is priced per person).

Parking is available on site, and Reagan National Airport (DCA) is around 15 minutes away by our estimate.

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My husband and I recently stayed at Riggs to celebrate a big family milestone! At check-in, we mentioned it was a special celebratory stay for us, and the team went above and beyond.

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Capacity

Standing reception
120 guests

Staying over

Rooms
181 rooms
Room types
26 listed

The ceremony

Outdoor ceremony
Yes
Indoor option if it rains
Yes

Money

A wedding for 80 guests
About US$41,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
Price
US$265 to US$300 per head
Included
Five Hours of Open Bar, Selection of Five Passed Canapés, Three Course Plated Dinner, Wine Service at Dinner, Wedding Cake from Jisoo Cakes and Tableside Coffee and Tea Service

House rules

Pets
Yes

Getting there

Nearest airport
DCA, 15 min by carAisle estimate
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes

The spaces

Event spaces
Banquet room
Reception indoors
Yes
Space for dancing
Yes
Indoors or out
Both
Setting
Urban, historic, elegant

The place

Historic building
Yes

Services

Coordinator on the day
Yes

Food and drink

In-house catering
Yes
Outside caterers allowed
No
Dietary options
Vegetarian and vegan
Bring your own wine
No
Bar on site
Yes

Venue highlights

  • 181 guest rooms, including family rooms for up to 6 guests and four First Lady Suites
  • Meeting and banquet space with standing capacity for 120
  • Outdoor ceremony option with an indoor backup space
  • In-house catering; packages include five hours of open bar, five passed canapes, a three-course plated dinner and wine service at dinner

Costs and booking details

Getting there
DCA · about 15 min by carAisle estimate

Guests fly into DCA.

Direct line
(202) 638-1800

Answered by the venue in local hours.

Questions about the venue

What is included in the wedding package?+

Packages include five hours of open bar, a selection of five passed canapes, a three-course plated dinner, wine service at dinner, a wedding cake from Jisoo Cakes, and tableside coffee and tea service. Pricing runs from 265 to 300 USD, which we estimate is per person. Details are published at riggsdc.com/weddings/packages.

How many guests can the venue hold?+

The meeting and banquet space holds up to 120 guests standing.

Can we hold the ceremony outside?+

Yes, outdoor ceremonies are possible, and the hotel also has an indoor backup space if the weather turns.

Do you handle the catering, and is there parking?+

Catering is in house, and the hotel has parking available.

Which airport should our guests fly into, and how do we reach the team?+

The nearest airport is DCA, which we estimate is around a 15-minute transfer. You can reach the hotel at +1 202-638-1800.

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Sources and booking notes

Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.

Venue wedding information

Sources for individual venue facts
  • Standing reception: 120 guests

    “Our 4,000 square feet of versatile, dramatic event space includes a rooftop with a wraparound terrace, views of iconic DC sights, and room to accommodate up to 120 guests for a reception.”
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  • Rooms: 181 rooms

    “Paying homage to the building’s legacy, each of the 181 guest rooms and suites are reminiscent of a private safety deposit box, while moments throughout the 5-star hotel draw on a narrative inspired by the golden age of banking.”
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  • Room types: 26 listed

    “First Lady Suite Caroline Harrison”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Enjoy the stunning views of downtown DC while running a successful business meeting, throwing an anniversary celebration or saying 'I do' in an elegant setting.”
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  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “At the crown of the building sits 2,500 square feet of indoor space and features a 1,500 square feet terrace with breathtaking panoramic views of the city.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Our wedding team is here to curate and execute a flawless and memorable day complete with unparalleled service and bespoke menus that you and your guests will always remember.”
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  • Outside caterers allowed: No

    “While Riggs must provide all catering and beverages, their staff will help you create the perfect menu based on your preferences that you and your guests will remember long after the table settings have been cleared.”
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  • Dietary options: Vegetarian and vegan

    “NOTE: Riggs is always pleased to provide a vegetarian or vegan option.”
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  • Bring your own wine: No

    “No BYO alcohol allowed”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “When the formalities conclude, keep the celebration alive with a chic after party at Silver Lyan, our award-winning cocktail bar hidden beneath the bank vaults.”
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  • Price: US$265 to US$300 per head

    “## 265”
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  • Included: Five Hours of Open Bar, Selection of Five Passed Canapés, Three Course Plated Dinner, Wine Service at Dinner, Wedding Cake from Jisoo Cakes and Tableside Coffee and Tea Service

    “Delicious menus, refreshing drinks, canapes, cakes and special wine selections are all included in our different wedding packages.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Pets are allowed under 35 lbs, charges apply.”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “* Valet Parking”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “- Wheelchair accessible”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass partitions allow for a standing cocktail reception and a seated banquet dinner in the space for a truly unique experience in one of the most luxurious wedding venues in Washington D.C.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “Afterward, guests are welcomed to Café Riggs Bar for signature cocktails and conversation, before returning to the Atrium, transformed for an evening of dining and dancing with Capital views.”
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  • Indoors or out: Both

    “Offering 4,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor space, Rooftop at Riggs features floor-to-ceiling glass windows and a roof enclosure with flexible sliding wall partitions allowing for an increase or decrease of your meeting size and setup.”
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  • Setting: Urban, historic, elegant

    “#### A luxury hotel in downtown D.C., enriched with history”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “Housed in the historic former Riggs National Bank, Riggs Washington DC offers a setting as storied as your love.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “From ceremony to celebration, our dedicated Wedding Event Producer will be by your side, ensuring every detail is flawlessly executed and every moment feels effortless.”
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