Caleruega Church: Favorite Wedding Venue
One of the most favorite churches for weddings down south of Luzon can be found at Nasugbu, Batangas. They say that the Caleruega Church is so in-demand from would-be couples that you need to book a date a year ahead of schedule to get a spot. Sometimes, it’s even hard during peak season like June and December.
The Caleruega Church is still a bit off Tagaytay City and the road into the location is a little rough (talk about rocky, non-cemented and dusty road paths). Despite that, the panoramic view is just fantastic that it’s also the favorite location by most professional wedding photographers. There are only two wedding rites held every day — one in the morning and one in the afternoon. They management charges about Php15,000 for the use of the venue which does not include the donation to the parish priest for officiating the rites.
The church is actually small and can seat just over a couple hundred but the area surrounding it is quite large with greeny hills in all directions. They also have several medium to large reception halls that couples can rent to serve as venue for the after-ceremonial party.
Further down the hill, there’s a hanging rope bridge connecting to a larger garden and orchard which is always flocked by families and tourist for an afternoon picnic. On a regular day, visitors are charged a minimal entrance fee of Php20.
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Ryan » March 5th, 2008 at 7:09 pm
It does look like a nice venue for a wedding, but that whole a year in advance thing really throws me off. Does anyone know how much it costs to rent?
Abe » March 5th, 2008 at 11:44 pm
@ryan, as i mentioned in the post, it’s Php15,000 for half a day.
joan » March 6th, 2008 at 10:35 am
the place is just magical… peaceful….serene…. and just perfect…. if your planning your wedding doesn’t it take a year or so to plan a once in a lifetime event so its worth the wait…. and though its a bit pricey..but i tell you I’ve seen the place its wonderful …
anne » March 6th, 2008 at 11:57 am
it’s nice over there.. been there several times.. if your a thomasian, ul surely have ur retreats there in caleruega.. such peaceful place.
so intimate for wedding ceremonies..
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Ar-wee-der-yet » March 7th, 2008 at 1:48 pm
I agree. I attended 2 weddings already at this church.
charlie » May 8th, 2008 at 12:45 pm
its so nice! place is good.
do you guys have a contact number of Caleruega Church
thanks a lot!
jericho » May 28th, 2008 at 6:19 pm
How much is the rent for the reception area? and also the contact number? thanks
Rio » May 31st, 2008 at 12:38 pm
Hmm.. interesting! is this the place where you got married? ^__^ just asking, hehehe!
BTW,can you please give me some directions on how to get there?
Saw you the last photo and having second thoughts that.. it is you!! Thanks sylver err Abe!
gail » June 9th, 2008 at 12:39 pm
do you know any nearby hotels and for accomodation if i do my wedding there? and other venues
chi » July 1st, 2008 at 10:21 am
is there any nearby house for rent?
streetsmartchic » October 6th, 2008 at 3:25 pm
This is a great place.. now I know why I’ve meet couples planning to have their wedding here.. nice place…=)
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Tagaytay Catering » October 14th, 2008 at 10:44 am
Based on our own experience as a Tagaytay Wedding Caterer, Calaruega Church was famous here and abroad. Most of our clients had their ceremonies on this church.
Ragards!
anee » November 12th, 2008 at 7:13 pm
are simple wedding rites available in this church?
april » November 14th, 2008 at 2:33 am
pls. give me some listing of houses for rent near the church…for 20+ people to stay for 2 days n 2 nights.
thanks!
april » April 21st, 2009 at 4:30 am
doyou know whats the seating capacity for this church?
Anna » May 12th, 2009 at 10:13 am
hi!just want to know if the 15,000 will also cover the church only?or the venue only?just want to clear things out and is there a hotel or cottages where we can rent for a night or two?thanks.hope to hear from you soon.
jona » June 25th, 2009 at 12:31 pm
Hi! is 15K covers only the church? how about the reception?