The good: I came here yesterday and was able to visit the chapel without any weddings going on. There were two folks inside maybe during meditation hour. The grass is picturesque and perfectly green. The view of Abalone Cove beach area was gorgeous. The grounds aren't huge but are very well kept and serene. My friend recommended I check this spot out. I'm a fan of 50s/60s architecture so it was super cool to see this glass marvel. I love how the 360 glass walls and ceiling allow natural light to come thru while also allowing you to still feel nestled in the trees and one with nature. It's really a spiritually smart way to meditate while being protected by an enclosure. I'm truly amazed by the ingenuity and design. The bad: There was so gardening and construction going on that made it more noisy and less serene. The fountain was stagnant but I loved the cool and retro triangular shape. I am unsure if it's always stagnant or if there's usually water shooting out of the middle. The interesting: There are engraved stones on the ground for both those who passed away but also those who got married. read more

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I have been wanting to visit this chapel for many years and finally today I got a chance to stop by while in Rancho Palos Verdes. I was in awe the whole time. How breathtaking is this place? It's truly stunning. I couldn't get myself to leave after walking around for a while. There was a baptism going on so I had to wait til it finished then I was able to walk into the little chapel and just sit there and pray. Pray for world peace, for health and prosperity. It has been really tough for a lot of people during the last three years. This is truly an amazing place to see while in Southern California. The views are unreal and the little chapel is truly stunning. I wish to be back as a guest to someone's wedding or baptism one day. read more

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We didn't come for a special event. We just came to see this beautiful piece of architecture... ... and were completely amazed. The indoor-outdoor thing is perfect. The chapel is intimate, despite having a cathedral effect. The view is incomparable. The parking lot is sizable. The entrance is free. read more

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It is a beautiful chapel with a fantastic view of Santa Monica Bay & the surrounding area. It is essentially all glass & a great draw to the community for tourism & weddings. Hopefully it will be able to reopen in September as planned but it is in a landslide area with constant movement & if the rains continue it will be very iffy. read more

This chapel is designed by the famous architect, Lloyd Wright. What a cute little chapel by the ocean!! It might be a small wedding here but definitely a memorable one. The view is just priceless. So quiet & peaceful. Many great photo zones at the place. Lots of visitors visiting daily. One of the landmarks at PV. The Parking: small parking lot (free) read more

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1/24/22 (visit date) Took awhile before I decided to write my review of this spectacular place, I just couldn't find all the right words to compose to paint the perfect picture. It's truly stunning to say the least, as most would agree, there aren't any words to fully describe the feeling of being there--YOU HAVE to be there to experience it for yourself to fully appreciate its beauty & splendor. There's ample parking, no need for reservations unless it's for a special occasion like a wedding. It's nestled among verdant pine trees & other plants, flowers & succulents. It's winter time so the rose garden is trimmed down. Towards the rear of the actual chapel are the engraved paving stones that create a path around the garden. Hexagon shaped paving stones ($500) adorn the path & more of the brick shaped paving stones ($400) where patrons have their names or dates of significance inscribed. Couples married at the chapel may opt to have this set to commemorate their nuptials there. I learned from the website that for wedding ceremonies at Wayfarers Chapel, a reservation fee of $200 is required & for wedding contribution amounts between $3,400-4,900. These are among the incidentals but let us focus on the more pleasant features of this fabulous place. If you find yourself in need of some time for reflection, this place offers carefully manicured grounds & places to sit to just be. Towards the front of the chapel, there are stone benches to rest & contemplate as you look around. The benches face the vistas of the Pacific Ocean-overlooking the serene & glistening waters below. Every now & then you will hear the church/chapel bells ring their pleasant sound. It is wonderful that the drive up to the chapel in itself is very scenic on a winding road. It's a nice stop & spot to wash away the hustle & bustle of life even for just a few minutes. The chapel is one of a kind, I believe, as I've never seen anything like it in the city of Los Angeles. Constructed of glass with fairly high ceilings, it allows the sun to shine its natural light through, spectacular! Simply beautiful & mesmerizing... Most days the chapel doors are open, except for the day I visited. That visit will be for another contemplative day...I am always in awe each time I visit. (today is Thursday 2/3/22) read more

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In Palos Verdes Peninsula, this is a beautiful place to spend a couple of hours. The views of the ocean are breathtaking. The architecture is intriguing, imposing, and peaceful to look at. The gardens are lovely. The smell of the ocean is in the air. I particularly enjoyed the memorial walk path. You do not need to be religious to enjoy coming to Wayfarers Chapel. Come to enjoy the beauty, peace, and tranquility. read more

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I recommend the visiting in this place. The Loyd Wright's son projected this church and it is destination weddings for many couples. Also, they use in films and series. Really beautiful! read more

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Stopped by on the way back from Abalone Cove, lots of parking was available and it was thankfully easy to find! The chapel is absolutely gorgeous with the glass ceiling and redwoods surrounding it. It's definitely smaller than I thought, but it is very beautiful. Outside the chapel, there is a grass area with some benches and you can see the ocean. Definitely recommend stopping by to take a look! read more

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Both inside and outside of the chapel is very breathtaking. Would love to come attend a service here one day, when I can. If you are near Torrance/Rancho Palos Verdes, make sure you pay a visit to Wayfarers Chapel. Parking is completely free and there are plenty of spots available. The view of the ocean from here is very nice and the scenery surrounding the chapel is amazing. read more

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ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING! The views are spectacular. The chapel, itself, is gorgeous. The chapel boasts 360 views of greenery and the ocean with its glass paneling and minimalistic wood framing. The altar is made of stone and in the steps, The Lord's Prayer is carved. The chapel is available to visit so long as there are no events/ceremonies occurring. There is a number to call on their website to ensure there are no events taking place on the day you are visiting. Use the website to navigate pricing for ceremonies and/or photo shoots and rules (like no flowers thrown by flower girls). *For those familiar with the Netflix series "Lucifer," this is the chapel he got married in. read more

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Stunning view! I enjoy walking through the path of fame until I reach the glass church. The view here is magnificent and you won't want to leave. I love that it's not too busy and I can take in the moment. read more

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Beautiful chapel! My friend got married here and it was the perfect location and good photo op. read more

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a nice chapel but too bad cannot see the inside. only open during the sunday service while i came far away. may be should come again next time. by the way, it is so peaceful here where you can see the sea and seriously, great area... read more

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This chapel and grounds have been always beautiful. It overlooks the ocean for spectacular views all around. Inside , the chapel itself was designed by the son of the famous Frank Lloyd Wright, also named Lloyd Wright. Its design evokes the tree trunks of the pines that surround it. Along the walls within are plants meant to bring the outdoors indoors. The stone walls are heated to keep the space quite comfortable. The glass walls and ceiling allow natural ambient lighting. Permits required to photograph for public use but I think private events are allowed to photograph as long as permits obtained. Absolutely no drones allowed. Handicap access is not ideal but there are areas with ramps built however none going into the chapel itself (my mom is not completely unable to climb a few steps but it would be a challenge for some who is not able to walk at all). Plentiful parking. There is a rose garden that is probably beautiful but it was raining hard today and we weren't dressed for the weather. Welcomes all people who are seeking quiet and solitude. Theses spaces make you wonder quietly and think about peaceful things. Details on the altar steps : carved into them are some of the words of the prayer "Our Father", intentionally missing a few words, the brochure states the prayer is meant to be a "dialogue " so you provide some of the words. It relies on donations to maintain the building. On this rainy day, several places within were leaking water. That's very unfortunate but also not unexpected for a building out In The elements. We were here for a very short wedding ceremony , it will surely be memorable for whoever visits. read more

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Nice place to visit. Beautiful church . Big parking lot. I visited there in the evening and it was not crowded. read more

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Such an intimate and romantic location. Recently visited for a friends wedding ceremony and it was really beautiful. The chapel only allows for limited seating but there are plenty of space for parking and grassy area right outside the chapel. There is also a cute little garden behind the chapel as well. The staff are really friendly. Don't forget to visit the gift shop. Restrooms are located right next to the gift shop. read more

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This place is magical ~ total wedding destination! I attended my beautiful dear friend's wedding here in November with unbelievable sunny weather overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It reminds me of Marin, Half Moon Bay, and Pacifica in many ways. It truly is a hidden gem of an intimate Chapel, the kind of wedding Chapel you only want your closest 5 friends (or less) and the rest are family to attend. The grounds are gorgeous and immaculate. It's also open to visitors, and I saw random families take pictures of the wedding party from afar, lots of oooohhh's & aaaahhhh's! I wouldn't have missed it for the world, and literally flew over from several States while visiting the in-laws to attend my dear friend's wedding (it was time to leave anyway j/k). I got to witness and be apart of my friend's most important/precious moment, as I witnessed the very first time the perfect couple met in SF. I've been hounding them to get married forever, and that was 10 years ago; it finally came to fruition. Onto making babies please - gosh, I'm so bossy! 'Til next time ~ happily ever after fireworks! read more

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We had our wedding ceremony here and our experience was simply outstanding. Here are some of the reasons why: - The staff at Wayfarer's were all very helpful. This includes the office staff and the wedding directors we interacted with. They were also very caring, which meant a lot to us and our familial circumstances. Everyone at Wayfarer's was pleasant and professional, and we appreciate them greatly. - This includes Michael Waring, the chapel music director and musician, who was amazing. He took our requests for transposing a couple relatively unpopular songs and transposed them to piano beautifully. His music performances during our ceremony were excellent, and made everything that much more special. - Our minister, Rev. Mary Cartusciello, was also fantastic. She demonstrated great care, patience, and understanding. My wife and I are not religious, so we were somewhat worried about getting pressured to do things that don't represent our style of faith/belief. But Mary put a lot of thought and effort into developing a non-religious, humanist ceremony that suited us and our partnership beautifully. She obviously cares most about the love between couples manifesting into a wonderful commitment, as opposed to marrying folks under her particular faith, and we appreciate that a ton. - And that openness goes for our whole experience of being married at Wayfarer's. They seem to accept and respect all who come to their chapel, so long as you do the same for them. It's wonderful. - Finally, and most obviously, the chapel and the grounds are gorgeous. Absolutely stunning. Pictures don't do it justice. We are so glad we had our wedding ceremony here! We highly recommend other couples give it a look, even if just to drop in and see the grounds for yourselves. read more

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Breathtakingly gorgeous view and architecture. This is a local landmark that every Angelino should visit.

I am so happy that I got to have my dream wedding at Wayfarers Chapel. The biggest blessing about having a COVID wedding is that the grounds are not open to the public due to the capacity restrictions. It was wonderful to not have to worry about having strangers in the background of our photos. If you want specific music like we did you can have it on your phone. We created a playlist with the songs we wanted and the music director had it cued up wonderfully. We had a 2pm ceremony on a Sunday and it was lovely! It has been a few weeks later and our guests are still talking to us about how amazing our wedding was. Thank you to Debra, our day of coordinator at the church, she was wonderful!! We also enjoyed our experience with our Reverend. The beauty of the church and the surrounding area will truly take your breath away. If you have the chance to get married here, don't hesitate. Book it immediately. read more

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We initially booked a wedding for July 2020 but had to postpone to June 2021 due to the pandemic. The staffs at reservations office made the rescheduling easy and were always helpful when calling with questions. The coordinators were great. Reverend Dave was great and we enjoyed meeting him before the wedding day. The Chapel is so beautiful. The chapel had restrictions to only 36 guests, which was a bummer at first, but we were so lucky that California had fully reopened before our wedding date and restrictions were lifted. We were able to have more people attend and our guests loved this place. I highly recommend if you are thinking of booking this for your wedding ceremony. read more

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This is one gorgeous chapel with breathtaking view of the ocean. The ceremony we attended was held outside and it was very picturesque but you can hear the traffic so perhaps inside the chapel would have been more intimate. They did have a time limit so that was the only negative I think. read more

The beautiful Wayfarers Chapel located in Rancho Palos Verdes California is a beautiful chapel overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Designed by the son of Frank Lloyd Wright,Frank Wright,this chapel is made almost entirely of glass and nautical type woods.Thousands of couples have "tied the knot" in this scenic location overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean in Rancho Palos Verdes. . . . #wayfarerschapel #ranchopalosverdes #wedding #marriage #californiasoul # californiadreamin #californiadreaming #waynesalvatti #photografxworldwide read more

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This place is gorgeous! Definitely a must see in Palos Verdes. The glass chapel itself is small but a gem of an architecture. I've been here twice and both times there was always some wedding-related events going on, as it seems like a popular spot for events and photos. There's also a small rose garden, fountain, and around the chapel are places you can see the ocean from up high. It only takes about 15-30 minutes to walk around it all and you get the beautiful architecture and ocean view in one stop! read more

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UNIQUE BEAUTIFUL CHAPEL Wow! What a beautiful all glass small chapel. The scenery is beautiful surrounding the chapel there is an ocean view on one side and a small garden. Be sure to visit the visitor center to read more on the history of the chapel and look at the pretty merchandise you can purchase. This is a beautiful place to visit if you're into hidden gems this is a must see when the architectural design of the chapel is unique. Maybe someday when I find my special person I may think of getting married here if I keep it small when its good for a small wedding. Getting to this place you will be driving on a curvy highway that overlooks the ocean the same highway that takes you to Donald Trumps Golf Course. This is a good place to feel serenity and peace even for a short moment you could just take a look for a few minutes to relax and distress looking at the ocean views or taking a stroll. read more

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The whole place is actually not very big. It takes only 10 minutes for one to see everything about this chapel (the building itself, the store... etc.). But still worth a short trip for their beautiful design. A friend of mine told me that the reservation if always full that you got to wait for an year for an one hour wedding. I'm not sure if this is true - maybe just kidding - but I'm totally with that if I ever have a chance to hold a wedding here. One little reminder: the road to this place is quite rough. Slow down and be cautious, especially when you travel with elders or young kids. read more

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Absolutely beautiful place even for non church person like myself. Beautiful sceneries, easy parking, I feel peaceful just sitting there and watch the sunset. Highly recommended place. read more

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Oasis of tranquility. Beauty exemplified. This has got to be the most beautiful chapel surrounded by and highlighting the beauty of nature I have ever seen. Meandering paths and even a visitors center with restroom are open to the public daily The grounds are sprawling with many opportunities to sit and meditate and soak in the majestic creation; a reminder that beauty like this doesn't happen just arbitrarily and that God's presence is in everything and everyplace. Love coming to this place to reflect, take a moment to catch one's breath and soak in beauty, or to just read a book. Also a great place to celebrate a special occasion such as wedding, baptism, renewal of vows. Located between Point Vicente Interpretive Center and San Pedro's Fort MacArthur on Palos Verdes Drive, don't blink. The entrance is easy to miss read more

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Breathtaking! Beautiful! Gorgeous! Every step of the grounds has a special connection to nature and it's spiritual surroundings. Love it here. My experience was good. The staff was polite although visitor center was closed and fountain was off however the grounds men that were there happened to turned it on for a few visitors which was pretty nice of them. Definitely will come back again. Pristine architecture. read more

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Absolutely gorgeous place to get married. It took my breath away the first time I saw it on a post and I always thought I'd love to get married there one day. When that day came I thought, oh it's booked because we wanted to get married in 5 months time. So I didn't think to call, well after failed attempts to many other places I decided to give a shot and they had one opening left the day we wanted to get married and I felt it was meant to be. And it so was. The day we made our first visit, which was my first time there, I teared up and new this was it. Not just the scenery but the energy is so beautiful! I am truly thankful we got to get married here. read more

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The chapel is very cute, occupies a small area, has good greenery, is surrounded by trees, and has abundant grass. You can chat and have a picnic here. The opposite is the sea, a very beautiful place. On the day I went there was a wedding, so the church could not enter, everything was so beautiful, thank God for all the beauty. read more

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I was on my way to see the Korean Bell of Friendship in San Pedro, CA, when my friend, Jennifer N. texted me and suggested that I visit Wayfarers Chapel. I had seen the sign for the chapel, and passed it, not knowing how special it was. I turned the car around, parked, and walked around in awe... I am so glad I saw and listened to Jennifer's text. She was right again! This place was fantastic!! The glass structure is man-made and it compliments the natural environment - the sky, the ocean, the land - it all comes together here in this place! The views, the architecture, the landscaping, the fountain, the sound of nature in the trees... it's awesome!! What really stuck me was a plaque that read, " Pause for a moment, wayfarer, on life's journey. Let these waters restore your soul and nourish your inner being." Next time, I will take the time and go on the self-guided tour. I briefly passed by the Points of Interest. I want to really focus and tune into the serenity and harmony here. And "pause for a moment..." read more

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"I wanted particularly to allow those trees and those trunks to be seen and the space beyond and into infinity to be observed, so those who sat in the sanctuary would perceive the grandeur of space out beyond and around them." -- Architect Lloyd Wright discussing his design for Wayfarers Chapel Set above the Pacific Ocean in a spectacular setting on the Palos Verdes peninsula, Wayfarers Chapel is an excellent example of Organic Architecture where Frank's son integrated redwood trees with the chapel's design. Now while there is a visitor center, this is indeed a working chapel and when not in use provides an outstanding area for meditation especially with the beautiful views of the blue sea complementing spectacularly the lovely grounds. Wayfarers Chapel is part of the Swedenborgian Church which as described on their website: "A forward-looking Christian denomination, the Swedenborgian Church was founded to help people be more open to the Lord's presence and leading, to facilitate the spiritual well-being of people, and to increase awareness of the new age in which we live. Since the beginning, The Swedenborgian Church has become a haven for seekers who share Swedenborg's quest for a religion that interconnects with all of life, and for a system that allows reasoned questioning of life's deepest religious issues. To this day, the Swedenborgian Church encourages inquiry, respect for differences, and acceptance of other traditions of life and religion." What struck me about their was on of their faith's basic tenets is "Truth is love in action. Actions performed out of love are genuine expressions in a physical form of what love means." Most religions and most people would be better served following such a course of action. Sad that not enough do... When on the PV peninsula, a must stop. Open 10-5 except when there are services, weddings, baptisisms. read more

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I got married at the magnificent Wayfarers Chapel on 10/22/21 at a 6pm sunset ceremony. Reverend Johnathan officiated our ceremony and customized it to our families faith traditions; he was wonderful. Our wedding coordinator Tracy was awesome! She organizes the ceremony and fine details to make sure the wedding goes off without a hitch, and it did! We had the sweetest intimate ceremony and were able to live stream it with our friends and family. They said it was very professional with multiple cameras getting different views. The music coordinator was great too, integrating our chosen songs into our ceremony. This chapel is more than beautiful views, it's beautiful memories. I had the best experience getting married here and can't wait to come back to reminisce in all the happy memories we created there. read more

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Beautiful chapel and Pastor Robert was absolutely delightful with the service for our loved one, honoring her as was desired... inclusive, lovely and honorable. read more

If nature and an amazing view is what you want for your wedding, this is the place. The chapel itself is gorgeous! The glass gives it the feel of being outdoors and you can see all the trees surrounding it. I went there with my dog and the staff was very friendly. I was allowed into the chapel with him and the garden but not in the gift shop. It was definitely worth my drive there! I even got to see a wedding take place. read more

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This is THE well known "Glass Church"! Outside the Glass, surrounds the chapel with beautiful trees. Above the trees, you can see the sky and the stars. The lighting from the candles and the lighting on the trees reflects through the glass and it's so pretty at night. The Landscaping and Architect will leave you speechless. Their web site said... "The setting, the ocean beyond, the trees, the glass, provides a sacred setting where nature and architecture unite to celebrate the presence of God."... I agreed! A very intimate, small chapel with the appeal as huge as you can ever imagine it, the Pacific Ocean. It was such a beautiful evening. I was lucky to be there to watch the sun set until night. The BREATHTAKING View of the of the Ocean, the garden of the trees, grass, were just incredibly gorgeous. We were there for our beloved J.R. Richards performances. (Lead Singer / Song Writer From the Band Dishwalla) In the glass chapel, we sat and literally can felt, the heart felt performance and the ambiance of this great evening!. The love was felt! I felt Lord's presence telling me this is how life is supposed to be.. This beautiful, this perfect! It was an incredible experience. I urge you to go and to visit it at least once if you haven't. A great place to do some thinking, soul searching, and of course to praise the Lord. It was romantic, a night about Love.. Wasn't there with the love of my life, but I was there with the Musician love of my life. :-)~ At one moment, I said to myself, " Lord, I am in Heaven?!" ahhhh.... read more

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Where do I even begin? We were truly blessed to have found the most breathtaking and majestic location for our intimate wedding. We got married at the Wayfarers Chapel last month and the whole experience was beyond perfect. It was magical! It was everything that we hoped for and more. My husband and I fell in love with the place when we first visited about a year ago. We both knew from the moment we set foot on the chapel grounds that we found our special place. The glass chapel was so beautiful!! We felt so in touch with God and nature as we sat on the pews and admired the stone altar, the sound of water flowing from the fountain, the blue skies, and the majestic trees. To top it off, there's the heart dropping view of the Pacific Ocean and the lovely garden as you walk around the natural sanctuary. It was so full of life and color! It was like a dream! We were so excited when we finally set our date and made our reservation! Our dream was slowly coming to fruition. Our wedding coordinator, Debrah was so sweet and accommodating. She made the whole process so smooth and easy from organizing our ceremony timeline to directing the wedding rehearsal. She's amazing and we love her. We are also grateful for our minister, Reverend Robert McCluskey for officiating our ceremony. During our conference with him, he made an effort to get to know us and prepared a solemn and spiritual ceremony that is personal and unique to us as a couple. Wayfarers Chapel and the great people behind it, truly made our wedding day so special! It was perfect and beautiful! Just like we dreamed it would be! It was so filled with love and celebration. We were so happy to have been able to share this moment with our friends and families in a location that now dearly holds a very special place in our hearts. We will forever be grateful!! read more

Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright's son, Lloyd Wright, Wayfarers Chapel is made mostly of glass to allow nature, namely pine trees, to add a natural presence to the sanctuary. A natural looking spring in the Chapel acts as a baptismal font while ferns grow inside the walls. The church sits on the cliffs looking out onto the Pacific with views of Santa Catalina Island. There's no admission cost, but it is good manners to at least donate something to help with the upkeep of this beautiful church. I would recommend at least 20 minutes here. read more

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