The Best Wedding Venues in Sydney for a Dreamy Day
From waterfront restaurants to inner city hot spots, here are the best wedding venues in Sydney.
Securing your wedding venue is a crucial part of your wedding planning. Once you choose the location, it will set the tone and style for the rest of the event. Whether you envision a grand celebration or a more intimate shindig, the good news is that getting married in Sydney means you have an endless array of stunning venues. The only problem is that sifting through them all can be a little overwhelming!
Just like finding the perfect wedding dress, choosing your venue should reflect both your and your partner's personalities. So consider this our wedding gift to you, as we've taken it upon ourselves to whittle down a selection of the best wedding venues in Sydney.
The Best Wedding Venues in Sydney 2024
The Boathouse Shelly Beach
The Boathouse Shelly Beach in Manly is one of the most popular wedding venues in Sydney, thanks to its "turn-key" approach to hosting your big day. This is a stellar option if you want to rock up and have everything taken care of on the day. The team here pride themselves on working closely with you to refine all the details from the menu to the drinks, and they can host intimate sit-down affairs for 60 people or cocktail events for bigger wedding parties (max 120 people).
The beauty of this location is, hands down, its breathtaking views of Shelly Beach. Get married on the sandy shores outside or rest easy knowing you have a wet weather backup within the venue too.
1 Marine Parade, Manly
State Library of NSW
For the book lovers, this is the perfect wedding venue. One of Sydney's best-kept secrets, our beloved State Library, where countless students come to cram for exams, is also home to an unforgettable wedding location with a literary twist.
The Library's historic Mitchell building is a stunning setting for wedding receptions of large or intimate design. Overlooking the Royal Botanical Garden and home to the prestigious Friends Room, Gallery Room, Shakespeare Room, and the Mitchell Vestibule, the venue's caterers, Laissez Faire Catering, can create the menu of your dreams to suit the size and style of your wedding.
1 Shakespeare Place, Sydney
Estate Vaucluse House
Why fly all the way to Europe to get married when you can just do it at Estate Vaucluse House? This breathtaking wedding venue, steeped in history and elegance in the Eastern suburbs of Sydney, is set within the lush gardens of the iconic Vaucluse House and looks like something straight out of Tuscany.
The venue has an on-site restaurant and combines classic charm with modern amenities, accommodating both intimate ceremonies and grand receptions. With tailored wedding packages and unparalleled catering and stunning location options — including an al fresco long lunch-style set-up, and a dining room — this is a truly unique wedding venue in the heart of Sydney.
69A Wentworth Road, Vaucluse
Rose Bay House
As far as waterfront wedding venues in Sydney go, Rose Bay House, which is part of the Boathouse Group, is one of the best. Situated on top of The Boathouse Kiosk and overlooking the sparkling shores, RBH offers spaces for both sit-down and cocktail-style events.
With a capacity for up to 80 guests, Rose Bay House promises an unforgettable experience for any occasion and has a comprehensive food and drinks menu curated by chef Natali Mikailoglu, which draws inspiration from Eastern Mediterranean flavours.
594 New South Head Road, Rose Bay
Bombora Pavilion
Bombora Pavilion, located on the golden sands of Queenscliff Beach in Manly, offers stunning ocean views and a contemporary yet relaxed setting for your soiree.
Recently renovated, the venue can host up to 250 guests for standing events or 150 for seated functions. Ideal for dancing, it features multiple event spaces, including a balcony with killer ocean views and a bar area. The professional team ensures a seamless planning process, making it a memorable location for any special occasion.
North Steyne and Collingwood Street, Manly
Chiswick
In the heart of Sydney lies Chiswick, a dreamy wedding venue that will look after every aspect of your day with love and care. You can get married on their beautiful grounds and celebrate inside the charming, rustic restaurant, which serves a delicious seasonal menu while enjoying outstanding service and stylish interiors.
Renowned chef Matt Moran’s 'paddock to plate' philosophy shines through in every dish. Head Chef Daniel Cooper crafts seasonal menus filled with fresh flavours from the kitchen garden, ensuring that your wedding day menu will be exceptional. To complement the culinary experience, head sommelier Georgie Davidson-Brown has curated a selection of sustainable and elegant wines from top Australian and international producers.
65 Ocean Street, Woollahra
Pilu at Freshwater
Set against the stunning backdrop of Freshwater Beach in Sydney, Pilu at Freshwater makes for an unforgettable day. Freshwater serves as a dazzling backdrop to get married, while Pilu's terrace garden also makes for a special setting for a more intimate ceremony.
The team offer tailored, flexible packages to suit your needs. The venue accommodates both smaller gatherings and larger celebrations, offering tailored packages to meet every couple's needs. While the location is a standout, it's the food that will steal the show.
As the only authentic Sardinian restaurant in Sydney, Chef Giovanni Pilu and his wife, Marilyn Annecchinni, never disappoint. You'll work closely with the team to lock in a seasonal menu, which is regularly updated to reflect what's in season. You can look forward to Sardinian ravioli filled with potato, pecorino, and mint with burnt butter and sage, roasted cauliflower, and burrata.
Moore Road, Freshwater
The Butler
Did you know one of Sydney's coolest restaurants hosts weddings? That's right, The Butler in Potts Point, known for its stunning city views and chic, tropical ambience, has three event spaces for your special day. You can also exclusively hire the entire venue for up to 150 people.
Situated in the heart of Potts Point, enjoy the garden-like setting with panoramic city skyline and harbour views. With its delectable, modern Australian cuisine and tailored service, you will not be disappointed with this as a wedding venue.
123 Victoria Street, Potts Point
Foys Kirribilli
With waterfront views and open-air seating on its deck, Foys is a much-loved Sydney wedding venue. With three unique spaces suited to a variety of celebrations, there's something for every wedding here. The main diner is ideal for large sit-down gatherings with access to the sunset balcony and stunning harbour views, while more informal cocktail-style weddings can also be arranged.
Contemporary Australian cuisines, such as fried baby squid, vegan tacos, and barramundi schnitzel, mean your guests will be more than fulfilled.
76 McDougall Street, Kirribilli
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