Best Wedding Venues: Australia | NSW | QLD
Looking for the most beautiful wedding venues in Australia? This list of Australia's best wedding venues includes the 25 most beautiful places to get married from New South Wales on the east coast to the shores of Western Australia.
These amazing wedding locations are a combination of the most scenic wedding venues in Australia, plus destinations that offer a one-of-a-kind experience from fine dining at a chefs hatted restaurant to 3 day celebrations at 5 star resorts.
Amongst the world class wedding destinations below are private islands, heritage-listed sites, iconic landmarks and little-known places where A list Aussies have said "I do". From luxury wedding venues to affordable hidden gems, these dream locations cater to all wedding budgets and offer a vast choice of unforgettable wedding locations.
If you're looking for the best places to get married in Australia, these dream wedding venues come with jaw dropping views and an immersive, highly memorable wedding experience. Here are our top 25 wedding venues in Australia.
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1. The Cove Jervis Bay
- Location: Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay NSW 2540
- Capacity: 150+
- Accommodation: Sleeps 111
- Wedding Packages: BYO
Topping our list of the best wedding venues in Australia is The Cove, a private beach resort set on 3 acres of pristine white sand in the Booderee National Park. At The Cove, the entire resort is exclusively yours for two nights with beach cabins, a fun house and a luxury glamping village sleeping up to 111 wedding guests onsite.
This dream wedding location has a secluded beach & oceanfront garden for wedding ceremonies, a luxurious all-white reception hall and a gorgeous Mediterranean-style courtyard & outdoor bar perfect for cocktail or seated receptions under the stars. Starting with a welcome night BBQ and finishing with a recovery brunch, The Cove offers an unforgettable wedding experience.
2. Daydream Island Resort & Living Reef
- Location: Daydream Island, Whitsundays, QLD
- Capacity: 2 - 300
- Accommodation: Sleeps everyone
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Daydream Island is a world class wedding destination located at the iconic Great Barrier Reef. The Whitsunday's island is completely surrounded by picturesque azure waters and has the whitest sand beaches in the world. Just 30 minutes from the mainland by boat and accessible by helicopter, Daydream Island is an idyllic place to get married and honeymoon in the same place.
All inclusive wedding packages start at $4,500 for elopements and cater for weddings with up to 300 guests. All furniture, styling, catering & drinks are included with a choice of venues ranging from a beautiful glass chapel, secluded beaches, an oceanfront infinity deck, indoor & poolside function spaces and an underwater observatory.
3. St Joseph's Guesthouse
- Location: 1029 Saint Albans Road, Saint Albans, NSW
- Capacity: 100
- Accommodation: Sleeps 10
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
St Joseph's Guesthouse is one of Australia's most unique wedding venues. Rebuilt from the ruins of a 160 year old church, this 5 bedroom chapel now offers modern accommodation for 10 in the upper 2 levels and an intimate function space that seats up to 60 guests (or 100 standing) on the ground floor.
The original church bell still works and hangs over the front sandstone steps creating a beautifully romantic spot to say "I do". At the opposite end of the church is a spacious backyard with a plunge pool perfect for outdoor wedding receptions set against the dramatic sandstone facade.
4. The Woods Farm
- Location: Bayly Road, Tomerong, NSW 2540
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 120
- Wedding Packages: BYO
Nestled within 40 acres of woodlands just 5 minutes from the pearly white sands of Jervis Bay is one of the most sought after wedding destinations in Australia. The Woods Farm is always booked out more than 12 months in advance, with limited availability for the unforgettable 3 day weddings on offer here.
Hidden in the woods is an amazing open-air chapel accessed via a romantic 120 metre aisle of jasmine covered archways carved through native bushland. The property also has a luxe rustic reception hall and adjoining outdoor bar, and a village of glamping tents & cottages where all guests stay onsite. Sundays are well known for their poolside recoveries.
5. Fig Tree Park
- Location: Central Tilba, NSW
- Capacity: 2 - 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 2
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive/BYO
Sitting on a hill overlooking sweeping views of the ocean, the incredibly romantic Fig Tree Park brings outdoor European dining to the shores of the NSW South Coast. The perfectly manicured grounds of this elegant French style homestead offer a stunning backdrop for intimate wedding ceremonies and light up at night for ambient receptions under the stars.
Fig Tree Park offers all inclusive wedding packages for small weddings & elopements up to 50 guests and DIY/BYO packages for larger celebrations. Marquees are permitted on the property and the dining room of the homestead seats up to 50 guests should you prefer to host your reception indoors. Horse lovers will love having photos at the stables.
6. Tides Byron Estate
- Location: 290 North Teven Road, Teven, NSW 2478
- Capacity: 22 - 140
- Accommodation: Sleeps 22
- Wedding Packages: Tailored
Nestled on a 100 acre macadamia farm in the picturesque Byron Bay Hinterland is the 5 star wedding venue of Tides Byron Estate. This beautiful country property features a luxury 8 bedroom villa beside a fully furnished & licensed reception hall that both have stunning views over the macadamia orchard to Lennox Head.
Up to 140 guests can be seated in the hall or on the hall's outdoor terrace. For small celebrations of up to 40 guests the villa makes a beautiful wedding venue with poolside dining or cocktail style receptions overlooking the Tweed Coast. When hired together, the hall & villa provide a fun 3 day wedding destination inclusive of pre & post wedding events.
7. White Chapel & Black Hall Kalbar
- Location: 87 George Street, Kalbar, QLD 4309
- Capacity: 90
- Accommodation: Sleeps 8 (optional)
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
White Chapel & Black Hall are located on a quaint country block in Kalbar and have beautiful adjoining event spaces making it one of best places to get married in the world-renowned Scenic Rim region of Queensland. The heroes of the property are a modern all-white chapel with a neon backlit altar and a luxe Hampton's style wedding hall.
Connecting the chapel & wedding hall are manicured gardens, an expansive lawn area and a covered courtyard with an outdoor fireplace. The entire property is surrounded by a white picket fence creating an idyllic setting for an intimate and romantic country wedding. A luxe Airbnb is situated 10 doors down the road.
8. Goosewing Cottage
- Location: 1194 Mount View Rd, Mount View, NSW 2325
- Capacity: 20
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Elopement packages: $3,295+
Goosewing Cottage is a scenic little farm stay that specialises in affordable and all inclusive micro weddings in the Hunter Valley. Surrounded by lush farmland with views over rolling green hills, the property offers a private and picturesque setting to tie the knot with 2 - 20 guests (+ children).
Wedding packages start at $3,295 and are inclusive of an award winning photographer and a choice of professional celebrants. You get a beautiful wedding ceremony written specifically for you, all legals taken care of, a full set of high resolution wedding photos and witnesses if required. Optional add-ons include accommodation in two onsite cottages.
9. Chapel Hill Retreat
- Location: 36 Berambing Crest, Berambing, NSW 2758
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 34
- Wedding Packages: All-inclusive
Chapel Hill Retreat has 7 of Australia's most picturesque wedding sites spread across its 35 peaceful acres. The retreat is situated just outside of Sydney in the Hawkesbury Valley and overlooks the iconic hills & valleys of the world heritage Blue Mountains.
This all-inclusive wedding destination features a non-denominational chapel, a natural bush cathedral, a function room with an adjoining event deck and expansive lawns & gardens perfect for outdoor receptions. Ceremony-only & elopement packages are available, along with 3-day destination weddings with accommodation in 7 onsite cottages.
10. Midginbil Eco Resort
- Location: 252 Midginbil Rd, Midginbil, NSW 2484
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 150+
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Midginbil Eco Resort is the best place to get married in Australia if you're looking for a fun location where your entire guest list can stay onsite with no noise curfew. This secluded resort is situated in northern New South Wales on 400 acres of sub tropical rainforest and has stunning views over pristine National Park.
Amenities at the resort include 3 scenic wedding ceremony sites, a rustic wedding barn, open lawns for outdoor weddings or marquee receptions, a late night bonfire site, a village of safari tents that each have their own timber balconies, a swimming pool and tennis & volleyball courts.
11. Greystone Estate
- Address: 617 Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
- Capacity: 30 - 110
- Accommodation: Sleeps 32
- Venue Hire Cost: $18,400 inc 2 nights
- 25% mid-week discount
Greystone Estate is a 5 star private property to hire for luxury weddings in Australia's world renowned Hunter Valley wine region. The 10 acre resort-like property comes with 4 self contained dwellings including an 8 bedroom Hamptons-inspired residence with a private butlers pantry and BBQ area with swimming pool.
Also on the property is an open air all-white ceremony pavilion and a luxe all-white wedding hall. Black & white themed weddings work especially well in the two purpose-built spaces. There's plenty of open lawn area for outdoor wedding ceremonies & receptions plus the main house has a large function deck overlooking the picturesque grounds.
12. Mimosa Wines
- Location: 2845 Tathra-Bermagui Rd, Bermagui NSW 2546
- Capacity: 180
- Accommodation: Sleeps 13
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Mimosa Wines is one of our top 10 wedding locations in New South Wales owing to the incredible views from its chefs hatted reception venue and incredible dining experience. The architecturally designed restaurant features a huge glass wall that opens onto an expansive timber balcony overlooking the vineyard below and vast hectares of pristine National Park.
Venue hire of the 200 acre vineyard includes a fully furnished wedding ceremony on a romantic lily pond deck amid the vines, pre-dinner drinks in a Tuscan-inspired courtyard, a personalised menu by the chefs hatted restaurant and use of two self contained cottages.
13. The Old Dairy Maleny
- Location: 621 Landsborough Maleny Road, Maleny, QLD 4552
- Capacity: 90
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Set on 90 ridge-top acres with views over the iconic Glass House Mountains, The Old Dairy in Queensland's Sunshine Coast Hinterland is one of the most picturesque wedding locations in Australia. The property comes with two onsite cottages, one of which features an underground wine cellar & whiskey bar.
This extraordinary wedding destination features a viewing platform "The Lookout" for wedding ceremonies set against the jaw dropping backdrop, a working Bell Tower that rings out across the valley as you say "I do" and which makes a beautiful location for outdoor wedding receptions, and a warm & welcoming barn which has a grand fireplace.
14. Linga Longa Estate
- Location: 256 Cassia Road, Southampton, WA 6253
- Capacity: 300
- Accommodation: Glamping/Camping
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Linga Longa Estate is a magical wedding venue set in a private forest valley on the Blackwood River in Western Australia. The secluded 700 acre property is sought after for its enchanting forest cathedral which features thousands of fairy & festoon lights suspended over timber church pews.
In addition to the fairytale wedding ceremony spot Linga longa has a floating gazebo suspended over a private lake and a waterfront reception marquee with a timber deck and outdoor log lounge. A campsite with guest amenities and a kitchen provides onsite accommodation and a whimsical village of luxurious bell tents can be organised. No curfew.
15. Briars Conservatory
- Location: 653 Moss Vale Rd, Burradoo, NSW 2576
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 130
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Briars Conservatory is one of Australia's most elegant wedding venues for all-in-one celebrations in a luxe country setting. The light-filled reception space overlooks a beautiful a private lake and ceremony rotunda set on 15 acres in the Southern Highlands.
Beside the conservatory and within easy walking distance is a Lodge of the same name which guests are able to book & pay themselves. There's also a public Inn with private dining rooms suitable for a welcome night dinner, and where guests can partake in refreshments between ceremony & reception. The Inn has also been known to host an amazing after party.
16. Gabbinbar Homestead
- Location: 344 Ramsay Street, Middle Ridge, QLD 4350
- Capacity: 200
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The historic residence of Gabbinbar Homestead is one of Queensland's most aspired-after wedding locations and is situated on a quiet country property near Toowoomba. Event spaces inside the homestead include a library, drawing room, conservatory and grand ballroom which feature period chandeliers, timber floors and easy styling.
The homestead is surrounded by 150 year old gardens featuring a centrepiece open air chandelier pavilion. A giant Moreton Bay fig tree, hedges of jasmine, jacaranda trees and woodlands provide beautiful backdrops for wedding photos. All inclusive wedding packages provide luxury catering from getting ready to your grand exit.
17. The Pavilion Kiama
- Location: 2 Bong Bong Street, Kiama, NSW 2533
- Capacity: 80 - 400
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
It's the incredible oceanfront location that earns The Pavilion Kiama a place on our top 25 wedding venues in Australia. This light-filled function room has million dollar views over surrounding beaches to Kiama Lighthouse and is situated on its own private peninsula yet is less than a 5 minute walk to excellent local hotels.
Very affordable wedding packages are provided onsite by award winning caterers Culinarius who offer tailored menus for cocktail or seated receptions including the option for fun food stations. The Pavilion comes with a seperate entrance foyer, 2 beautiful waterfront sites for ceremonies right outside and a private bridal suite.
18. Woodburn Homestead
- Location: 410 Angas Plains Road, Langhorne Creek, SA 5255
- Capacity: 80
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12 + glamping
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
The open air stone chapel at Woodburn Homestead is one of Australia's most unique places to get married. The South Australian wedding venue was created from the ruins of what was once a barn and is set beside a rustic reception shed on 42 farming acres at Langhorne Creek.
Accessed via a gum tree lined driveway the property centres around an historic homestead which sleeps 10 guests plus a Coach House bridal suite that sleeps 2. Glamping for additional guests is easily organised, as are marquee weddings or dining under the stars.
19. Growwild Wildflower Farm
- Location: Alpine - Southern Highlands, NSW
- Capacity: 30 - 145
- Accommodation: Next door
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Growwild Wildflower Farm is an exclusive wedding venue that was taken over last year by a young couple who were married here themselves. Jane and Lukas now operate the beautiful grounds as a DIY venue.
The gardens feature 25 acres of native wildflowers, manicured lawns, beautiful garden paths, native bushland and wildlife. There are innumerable spots to get married within the garden rooms and a marquee, barn & courtyards for both indoor & outdoor wedding receptions.
20. Sydney Opera House
- Location: Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW 2000
- Capacity: 60 - 1,000
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The Sydney Opera House is the most iconic wedding venue in Australia, offering unparalleled views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and a birds eye view of the city's famous ferries coming & going from Circular Quay.
Wedding venues inside this world-renowned landmark include the incredible concert hall foyers, purpose-built function rooms and the Utzon Room which was designed & decorated to completion by original architect Jørn Utzon. Expect dramatic views of Sydney Harbour with floor to ceiling glass windows in all event spaces.
21. Mali Brae Farm
- Location: 562 Nowra Rd, Moss Vale, NSW 2577
- Capacity: 30 - 110
- Accommodation: Sleeps 2
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The 90 acre Mali Brae Farm is one of our favourite wedding venues as the family owned & operated farm is constantly being updated with new ceremony sites & photo backdrops. There's an amazing altar at rustic ruins, a weeping willow tree, a waterfront area on a dam and a dedicated ceremony shed perfect for all weather.
The Southern Highlands farm has two beautiful reception venues including a refurbished hay shed for weddings with up to 110 guests and a purpose-built function room for 30 - 55 guests. All inclusive wedding packages come with complimentary accommodation for two.
22. Goolawah Bush & Beach Retreat
- Location: 288 Point Plomer Rd, Crescent Head NSW 2440
- Capacity: 30 - 150
- Sleeps: 32 + camping
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Located near the beach and secluded within native bushland, Goolawah Retreat is a popular wedding destination with nature lovers. Hire of this 28 acre property comes with exclusive use for 2 nights with accommodation in 5 self contained units plus the option for additional guests to camp.
Onsite amenities include an open sided wedding pavilion that seats up to 90 guests and adjoins a rustic courtyard with overhead festoon lighting. Wide open lawns create the perfect location for festival style weddings with food trucks and drink vans welcome on the property. With no neighbours Goolawah Retreat has no strict curfew.
23. Ravensthorpe Guesthouse
- Location: Albion Park, NSW
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 14
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Under new ownership in recent years Ravensthorpe Guesthouse has been transformed from a beautiful Georgian Manor House to an exclusive wedding location with multiple reception spaces and luxury accommodation for 14 overnight guests.
The 3 acre country estate is surrounded by beautiful gardens and has a vine-covered chandelier rotunda for wedding ceremonies and a secluded courtyard and tennis court both usable as outdoor reception venues. Inside, private dining rooms, a light-filled conservatory and an adjoining marquee provide versatile event spaces for intimate weddings from 20 - 200 guests.
24. Stonebarn Weddings
- Location: Langley Road, Quinninup, WA 6258
- Capacity: 100
- Accommodation: Sleeps 16
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
In south west Western Australia nestled in a private corner of the Warren River is Stonebarn, a pretty wedding venue immersed in a nature wonderland. The 160 acre truffle farm offers luxury weddings over a 2 - 5 day stay and has 5 ceremony sites and 3 reception spaces with stunning views over lush native bushland, an expansive dam and a network of valley bush trails.
Venue hire includes exclusive use of the entire farm, all accommodation for 2+ nights including use of a private bath in the bush, and the freedom to invite all your own preferred suppliers.
25. Willow Farm
- Location: Berry - South Coast, NSW
- Capacity: 130
- Accommodation: Sleeps 10
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Every wedding at Willow Farm is completely different from the next and its this blank canvas versatility that makes the farm one of our favourite wedding places in Australia. Across the 160 acres are mowed fields that overlook picturesque paddocks and dams with several outdoor sites perfect for structural installations including marquees, tipis or Sperry tents.
Willow Farm has two permanent event spaces including a rustic entertainment shed sometimes used as a lounge or dance floor, and a yoga barn perfect for wet weather ceremonies. Venue hire includes exclusive use of the entire property for 2 nights with farmhouse accommodation.
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The Lodge Jamberoo
- Location: 406 Jamberoo Mountain Road, Jamberoo, NSW 2533
- Capacity: 300
- Accommodation: Sleeps 136
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Fancy hiring your own country hotel for the weekend with all your wedding guests staying in rooms that overlook a stunning outdoor swimming pool? This newly opened Lodge is situated near the Jamberoo Action Park just south of Wollongong in NSW and comes with 43 hotel rooms, a natural Pine Tree Cathedral and luxe wedding hall.
Three day weddings start with a relaxed welcome night dinner, your ceremony at the open air Pine Tree chapel, an indoor or outdoor reception in a space of your choosing, followed by a poolside after party. At the date of writing this gorgeous wedding destination has an amazing opening special of 50% off venue hire for select dates. See listing for details.
Leaves & Fishes
- Location: 737 Lovedale Road, Lovedale, NSW 2325
- Capacity: 2 - 300
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Set on 20 private acres in the Hunter Valley and secluded within lush tropical gardens and rainforest, Leaves & Fishes is a dream wedding venue for outdoor celebrations. The property has intimate event spaces for weddings with up to 25 guests, a glass-walled banquet hall overlooking a Roman Bath that seats 90 and a sunken garden that seats up to 300.
At the heart of Leaves & Fishes is a flowering Lotus Lake around which 5 luxury boat houses with balconies sit over the water. Three day venue hire includes exclusive property use for your ceremony, photos & reception, 2 nights accommodation for up to 12 guests and the option for pre & post wedding events onsite.
Hubert Estate
- Location: 1-3 Saint Huberts Road, Coldstream, VIC 3770
- Capacity: 225
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Hubert Estate has reimagined the idea of a regional wine destination bringing sophistication of the arts and innovative architectural design to the altar. Immersed in the Yarra Valley's lush rolling hills with Indigenous culture framing the walls, Hubert Estate delivers unforgettable weddings finished with the artful plating of signature dishes on elegant reception tables.
This modern foodie venue is located 45 minutes from Melbourne and features world-class facilities including an amazing grass amphitheatre that cocoons wedding ceremonies and naturally amplifies sound. The Hubert Gallery of Art seats up to 60 guests for intimate weddings while the larger function hall seats 175 or caters for 225 for cocktail receptions.
Chapter Place
- Location: 1 Pentridge Boulevard, Coburg, VIC 3058
- Capacity: 300
- Accommodation: Next door
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Chapter Place is a brand new Melbourne wedding venue set within the historic blue stone walls of the Pentridge Precinct. The heritage listed former prison site has undergone a stunning transformation, offering elegant weddings in the 160 year old bluestone chapel, courtyard and halls.
Grand reception venues at Chapter Place include The Long Hall which seats up to 100 guests on one long table under imposing high ceilings, arched windows and heritage stone walls. Function rooms are available for larger celebrations and an indoor & outdoor restaurant and wine bar for smaller weddings.
Goodwater Ridge
- Location: 879 Bald Knob Road, Bald Knob, QLD 4552
- Capacity: 40 - 90
- Accommodation: Sleeps 16
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
The brand new Goodwater Ridge is a purpose-built wedding venue on the site of original settlement at Blackall Range in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. The estate combines historic buildings, stone walled courtyards & gardens and a white-washed chapel to create a small European village atmosphere on 100 acres of remnant rainforest & picturesque farmland.
The property's beautiful wedding venues include a function room that seats up to 90 guests and which has an adjoining cocktail atrium, the chapel which seats 40 guests, and unique rustic ruins with concrete flooring suitable for long-table lunches.
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