12 Magical Wedding Venues in Victoria

When it comes to wedding planning, no decision is more important than choosing your venue. It’s the backdrop for the big day, the host to your festivities and the scenery in your photos, which means picking the right one is crucial to achieving your wedding vision. Thankfully, there are only too many venues offering the lot – sumptuous grounds, immaculate service, beautiful food and a night to remember. All you have to do is figure out your dream location. Breezy beach ceremony or romantic winery ‘do? Picturesque farmhouse atmosphere or all-out city party? We’ve got you covered.

National Gallery of Victoria

It doesn’t get more iconic than the National Gallery of Victoria, a building rife with art and history that over a million people pass through each year. Guaranteed to be unforgettable, the NGV offers two spectacular spaces for receptions. First is the Great Hall, famed for its stunning stained glass ceiling by Leonard French and expansive floor space catering to epic celebrations. For more intimate receptions, the Garden Restaurant overlooks magnificent gardens and is framed by the city skyline, with guests accessing the space via a romantic private boardwalk.

Capacity: Garden Restaurant up to 120, Great Hall up to 500

180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne

The Wool Mill

This uber-cool warehouse conversion is a dream for lovers of urban minimalism. Hidden down a private laneway in the heart of Brunswick East, the light-filled space boasts soaring ceilings, modern white backdrops and grungy exposed brick walls that lend themselves handsomely for photos. The dual storey building contains several distinct spaces, including an “I do” room on the mezzanine, a grand feasting (and dancing) hall and a moody speakeasy bar for late night hijinx. Need a hand with planning? The Wool Mill also has a dedicated team of wedding planners that can hook you up with expert stylists, florists, photographers and more.

Capacity: up to 200 seated

161 Donald Street, Brunswick East

Greenfields Albert Park

Set beside idyllic Albert Lake, this picturesque waterside venue offers everything one could want for their special day. Endless green surrounds for photos, floor-to-ceiling windows drenched with natural light and phenomenal golden hour sunsets create an aura of afternoon magic before guests sit down to a wholesome yet delicious menu. Access is given to the entire venue including an outdoor deck and bar, cloakroom, private wedding suite, dance floor and a cosy fireplace for the cooler months.

Capacity: up to 150 sit down and 500 cocktail

Cnr Lakeside Drive & Queens Road, Albert Park

Dromana Estate

Everything great about the Mornington Peninsula – rolling green hills, tranquil vineyards and fresh air – are on show in the beautiful surrounds of Dromana Estate. Completely flexible to your needs, the venue can accommodate everything from quick elopements to extravagant affairs. Spaces include rustic chic stables lit by hundreds of twinkling lights, a luxurious homestead full of old world charm and a stunning outdoor wedding space surrounded by 100-year-old weeping willows and towering cypress trees.

Capacity: up to 250 seated

555 Old Moorooduc Road, Tuerong

Zonzo Estate

Forty-five sprawling acres of grapevines and greenery make up Zonzo Estate, a captivating winery in the Yarra Valley. Receptions here are joyful and laidback, with guests seated at long shared tables as they create lifelong memories and dig into delicious Italian food. There’s a variety of ceremony options too, from stunning outdoor gatherings to intimate nuptials in their architecturally designed, non-denominational chapel Cappella.

Capacity: up to 140 people seated

957 Healesville-Yarra Glen Road, Yarra Glen

Marnong Estate

This historic homestead overlooks Melbourne’s north, with spectacular views towards the Macedon Ranges. Over 500 hectares you’ll find a winery, sustainable farm, luxury accommodation and everything you’d want for your dream wedding. Ceremonies can be held in their secluded secret garden or sun-drenched atrium with vineyard views. For the reception, move across to the rustic woolshed for a relaxed evening, or head up to their swanky upstairs hall for breathtaking vistas all night.

Capacity: up to 200 seated

2335 Mickleham Road, Mickleham

Mewburn Park Estate

Tucked behind an oak tree-lined driveway in the heart of Gippsland, Mewburn Park is a working farm that radiates serenity. The expansive property offers many spaces to move between – you could hold ceremonies outdoors among the tranquil ponds or inside in their heritage listed stables draped in lights. Afterwards, guests can slowly make their way to the clear marquee for an unforgettable night of food, drink and festivities. Brimming with ‘farm charm’, guests will love seeing stars emerge above, and at the end of the night there’s onsite accommodation for the bridal party to catch some much needed rest in.

Capacity: up to 200 seated

5667 Traralgon-Maffra Road, Tinamba

Sault

Sault in Daylesford is known for being one of Spa Country’s best restaurants, but the 100 acre property on which it resides is also a highly sought after wedding venue. During the warmer months their manicured gardens are awash in lavender, sunflower and poppies that act as a colourful backdrop to photoshoots, while the private lake adds even more ambience. Get hitched in their cosy barn and chapel before celebrating with the region’s finest food and wine.

Capacity: up to 90 people seated

2349 Ballan-Daylesford Road, Sailors Falls

Collingwood Children’s Farm

Did you know that this inner city community farm also plays host to weddings throughout the year? Perfect for those after a relaxed vibe for their special day, the Farm sets everything up so that you can focus on mingling with your loved ones. Say your vows under their majestic oak tree, then get the good times going at the reception in their historic barn. Acres of gardens and paddocks are a photographer’s dream, and you’ll love knowing that your venue fee goes towards caring for animals, inclusivity programs and heritage conservation.

Capacity: up to 120 people seated

18 St Heliers Street, Abbotsford

Encore

For those after a dream beachside wedding, Encore’s prime position by St Kilda Beach is hard to beat. The luxurious venue features two private bridal suites, floor-to-ceiling windows, flexible room layouts and an outdoor terrace overlooking the beach. Port Phillip Bay acts as a flawless backdrop to ceremonies and receptions throughout the seasons, while some of the best catering in town will keep your guests happy.

Capacity: up to 270 people seated

10/18 Jacka Boulevarde, St Kilda

Brighton Savoy

Just metres away from the iconic beach boxes of Brighton is the elegant Brighton Savoy, a four star hotel and renowned wedding venue. Here they offer brilliant beach ‘back up’ wedding packages, where outdoor-loving couples can plan a sand-between-the-toes ceremony on the beach while resting easy knowing that in the event of inclement whether they have a back up venue ready to go inside. Receptions in their various function spaces are classic, classy affairs dressed to the nines by their top notch staff.

Capacity: up to 200 seated

150 Esplanade, Brighton

Portsea Hotel

Overlooking magnificent Port Phillip Bay on the Mornington Peninsula, Portsea Hotel is a spectacular venue for those who want the ocean to star on their big day. The day starts with a ceremony on the lawn, backdropped by endless blue. Afterwards, the newly refurbished Bertrand Bar upstairs offers stunning sunsets, uninterrupted views of the bay and stargazing at night during your reception. Open the windows for an outdoor feel on summery nights as guests dine on delicious modern Australian via canapés, three course meals or shared feasts.

Capacity: up to 110 seated

3746 Point Nepean Road, Portsea

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