Sydney's Most Unusual Wedding Venues
Unique Wedding Venues: Sydney | New South Wales
Looking for a unique wedding venue in Sydney? Here are 20 unique wedding venues in Sydney that offer somewhere a bit different to tie the knot. From a rescued church Airbnb to outdoor venues on Sydney Harbour, the city offers an incredible choice of non-traditional wedding locations that ooze fun vibes.
Unusual wedding venues in Sydney surround the CBD with some of the city's most unique places to get married located on the urban fringe. Whether you're looking for an interesting ceremony site, a unique reception venue or an all-in-one location with your entire wedding day in one place, Sydney has a great spread of quirky wedding venues across its postcodes.
Featuring our favourite unconventional places to get married, here are the top 20 most unique wedding venues in Sydney.
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Top 20 Unique Wedding Venues in Sydney
1. Lords Estate Chapel
- Location: 313 Seven Hills Rd, Seven Hills, NSW 2147
- Capacity: 2 - 100
- Catering & Drinks: BYO
Lords Estate is the only private wedding chapel of its kind in Sydney and is a one-of-a-kind place to get married, plus makes an epic and unusual reception venue for weddings with 20 - 60 guests. The deconsecrated wedding chapel welcomes both civil & religious ceremonies of any denomination and is conveniently located off the M7 just 20 minutes from the heart of the Sydney CBD.
Surrounding the chapel are beautiful wild gardens where you can have photos after your wedding ceremony, and a gorgeous outdoor reception space suitable for seated dining or food truck catering. Behind the chapel at Lords Estate is a 19th century Vicarage that offers couples & their bridal party exclusive access to a heritage drawing room, whiskey parlour and formal dining room for getting ready, photos and a private dining experience.
2. The Loft at Jones Bay Wharf
- Location: 32 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont, NSW 2009
- Capacity: 250
- Wedding Packages: $130/pp+
The Loft is one of two unique wedding reception venues at the historic Jones Bay Wharf on Sydney Harbour and one of the city's only three-level event spaces. The interconnected levels within this dynamic function space offer a unique opportunity to create one-of-a-kind moments that won't be forgotten in a hurry, such as dramatic entrances, a fairytale first dance and fun guest entertainment.
The Loft comes with a private bar and an outdoor deck with views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge & city skyline, and can be furnished for seated dining with 130 - 180 people, or cocktail receptions with up to 250 guests. All inclusive wedding packages are affordably priced from $130 per person.
3. Berry Hill
- Location: 1832 River Road, Leets Vale, NSW
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 14 - 54
- Catering & Drinks: BYO
Berry Hill is a fun wedding destination set within 75 acres of wilderness just 90 minutes from the Sydney CBD and comes with a homestead & suite accommodation for 14 guests, plus an optional village of 20 fully furnished bell tents that guests are able to book & pay themselves.
Berry Hill's 3 day wedding package includes a fully set up wedding ceremony site on the banks of the Hawkesbury River, and all furnishings for your wedding reception set up by onsite coordinators. The unique wedding reception space features a river view marquee with permanent flooring and an adjoining outdoor area situated under romantic festoon lights.
4. St Joseph's Guesthouse
- Location: 1029 St Albans Rd, St Albans, NSW 2775
- Capacity: 10 - 100
- Catering & Drinks: BYO
Built from the ruins of a 160 year old church, St Joseph's Guesthouse is one of the most unusual wedding venues in Sydney. The hillside Airbnb has 5 bedrooms sleeping 10 wedding guests on the top 2 levels, a moody event space on the ground floor and a funky backyard function area with stunning valley views.
The award winning Guesthouse offers 4 day wedding packages priced at $3,500 - $7,500 depending on guest numbers, and with a plunge pool in the backyard and multiple indoor & outdoor event areas, is the ideal venue for hosting pre & post wedding events onsite.
5. Lindesay House
- Location: 1 Carthona Avenue, Darling Point, NSW 2027
- Capacity: 10 - 100
- Venue Hire: $6,535 - $10,385
- Catering & Drinks: BYO
No list of non-traditional wedding venues in Sydney would be complete without the harbour front gardens of Lindesay House which sit directly on the waters edge at Darling Point and offer the perfect location for private garden parties.
This heritage Sydney Harbour mansion comes with a weather-proof event space under a marquee style awning, internal use of a private dining room & drawing room and a manicured Paterre Garden perfect for editorial-style wedding photos. Lindesay House is best suited to day-time weddings & receptions concluding by 6pm however is licensed for up to 12 weddings per year with a 9pm finish time.
6. Growwild Wildflower Farm
- Location: 916 Old Hume Hwy, Alpine, NSW 2575
- Capacity: 30 - 145
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Growwild is an unusual wedding location on a working farm that supplies the Sydney Flower Markets with native wildflowers. The elegant & affordable destination features 25 spacious acres of wildflower plantings, manicured ceremony lawns and two distinct reception venues.
The property is surrounded by natural bushland and offers a unique opportunity to spot native Australian fauna and flora. Koala sightings are not unusual at this beautiful wedding venue which is also a registered sanctuary with the Wildlife Land Trust.
7. Exclusive Sydney Estate
- Location: Palm Beach, Northern Beaches
- Capacity: 100
- Wedding Packages: Please Enquire
This secret wedding location on Sydney's Northern Beaches is located on over 2,500m² of immaculate lawns and Balinese-influenced gardens. Situated on the waters edge and tucked away in the most exclusive area of Palm Beach, this little-known venue can be hired for wedding ceremonies and photos in the gardens.
The property has a private jetty for waterfront arrivals and departures and there is plenty of parking, easy road access and onsite amenities for guests.
8. The Vicarage At Lords
- Location: 313 Seven Hills Rd, Seven Hills, NSW 2147
- Capacity: 10
If your idea of a 'different wedding venue' is a private dining room hidden within an exclusive 19th century residence, you'll love The Vicarage At Lords. This one-of-a-kind reception space seats a maximum of 10 guests and comes with use of a drawing room for pre dinner drinks and a whiskey parlour to adjourn to after dining.
The Vicarage is nestled within the gardens behind Lords Estate Chapel where a myriad of photo opportunities include rose gardens, an urban meadow, fountain, and a heritage verandah & staircase. This truly unique reception space is catered by a private chef of your choosing and is furnished with period relics and historic family photos belonging to the current custodian Claire who will be your host for the evening.
9. Kirribilli Terrace
- Location: 51-55 Upper Pitt Street, Kirribilli, NSW 2061
- Capacity: 30
- Venue Hire: $1,000/hr
Uninterrupted views over the Sydney Opera House & Harbour Bridge make this private Kirribilli Terrace one of the rarest wedding venues in Sydney. The spectacular lawn has space to seat up to 24 wedding guests or can host ceremonies & cocktail events with up to 30 guests and comes as a blank canvas to style to your preference. The venue hire fee is $1,000 per hour and includes access to a kitchen for caterers and use of a marquee if required.
10. SOHO at Jones Bay Wharf
- Location: 32 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont, NSW 2009
- Capacity: 100
- Wedding Packages: $130/pp+
Inspired by a New York loft, SOHO is one of Sydney's funkiest wedding venues and being nestled within the historic Jones Bay Finger Wharf offers a prime Sydney Harbour location with luxe views and industrial vibes. This elevated dining studio comes with a waterfront terrace, seats up to 70 people and is particularly well suited to cocktail receptions for up to 100 guests.
11. Burnt Orange Sydney
- Location: 1109 Middle Head Rd, Mosman, NSW 2088
- Capacity: 200 - 250
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Built in the 1920’s, Burnt Orange is an historic and different spot for weddings nestled in bushland on Sydney Harbour. Located in an elegant mansion initially designed for the Mosman Golf Club, the balcony venue offers stunning views across the bay and lush native forest.
Wedding packages include exclusive use of the property including an outdoor garden area which you can hire for your wedding ceremony. There are two reception venues onsite, both featuring a charming country vibe unusual to the city surrounds. Expect fantastic views, excellent service and a unique menu.
12. Art Gallery Of NSW
- Location: Art Gallery Road, Sydney, NSW 2000
- Capacity: 116 - 300
- Wedding Packages: $185+/pp
The Art Gallery of New South Wales is one of Sydney's most exclusive wedding venues featuring a Matt Moran catered reception venue with views over Woolloomooloo and Sydney Harbour. Situated adjacent to the Royal Botanic Gardens and grand St Mary's Cathedral, The Gallery of NSW offers a trendy wedding location in the city's cultural hub.
There are two onsite event spaces that combined seat up to 188 guests and cater for cocktail receptions with 300 guests. All inclusive wedding packages range from $185 - $250 per head with a $5,000 venue hire fee (or $6,000 with onsite ceremony).
13. Willie The Boatman Micro Weddings
- Location: 75 Mary Street, St Peters, NSW 2044
- Capacity: 80
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Located in the old Taubman's paint factory in Sydney's trendy inner west, this micro brewery is one of city's most unique wedding venues. Willie The Boatman offers an intimate place for small weddings in its light filled 'Den', a versatile white walled space that can be set up for ceremonies, seated receptions (max 50) and cocktail parties.
The Den is beautifully furnished with lush greenery, rustic wooden furniture and an eclectic assortment of relics and offers a cost saving with minimal styling required. The building itself retains its rich industrial character and has plenty of parking outside.
14. Ovolo Woolloomooloo Hotel
- Location: 6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo, NSW 2011
- Capacity: 30 - 300 seated
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Ovolo Woolloomooloo is one of the most interesting hotels in Australia with some of Sydney's most unusual wedding venues inside. There is a non-denominational chapel with pink walls and pendant lights, spaces with pastel murals and copper pillars and moodily dark reception venues with original and rustic warehouse features.
To say Ovolo Wolloomooloo offered a very different collection of wedding venues would be an understatement. The funky decor of this experiential venue sets it apart almost as much as its menu options. Expect anything from fine dining to gum balls, fairy floss and snow cone machines.
15. Three Williams Cafe
- Location: 613A Elizabeth Street, Redfern, NSW 2016
- Capacity: 70 seated, 120 cocktail
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive from $110/pp
Three Williams Cafe is an intimate reception venue hidden below street level in Sydney's leafy inner city suburbs. The urban warehouse can be utilised for both your wedding ceremony and reception.
Surrounded by groovy eating houses and quirky local hangouts, this alternative wedding venue is welcoming of all celebrations and cultural festivities. Lebanese drummers and Vietnamese lion dancers are the norm at this affordable gathering spot.
16. Kittyhawk
- Location: 16 Phillip Lane, Sydney, NSW 2000
- Capacity: 110 seated, 175 cocktail
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Oozing old world charm, Kittyhawk is one of Sydney's most understatedly cool wedding venues. The CBD favourite is themed around the liberation of Paris in 1944, with dark and moody wood paneling on the walls and rich copper fixtures.
You will not need a styling budget at this unconventional wedding venue as the decor is the standout feature here. Wedding reception packages include French 'foodie' cuisine and the option to create signature cocktails.
17. University of Sydney
- Location: Science Road, Camperdown, NSW 2050
- Capacity: 10 - 500
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive via preferred caterer
Rich in heritage, the Great Hall and Refectory at the University of Sydney are two of the city's most unique places to get married. Adorning the walls in these two stately spaces are intricate tapestries, stained glass windows, rich embellished curtains and sky high ceilings.
The University of Sydney boasts beautiful grounds that offer a stunning backdrop for wedding ceremonies and photos from 20 guests to 500+.
18. Mejico NSW
- Location: 105 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
- Capacity: 50
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive from $170 per person
The less-than-ordinary reception venue Mejico, is a Mexican inspired restaurant located in the centre of the Sydney CBD. You can hire Mejico for your exclusive use and treat your guests to an immersive dining experience that includes everything from street snacks to tacos to guacemole smashed at the table.
Mejico also has the largest selection of Tequilas in Australia and offers tasting experiences that work well as hens and bucks style events.
19. Taronga Zoo Sydney
Location: Bradleys Head Rd, Mosman, NSW 2088
Capacity: 60 - 350
Wedding Packages: All inclusive
With its breathtaking views and wild inhabitants, Taronga Zoo is one of Sydney's most unique wedding venues. Located 12 minutes by ferry from the Sydney CBD, you can arrive by boat, ferry or road and get married overlooking the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Taronga Zoo's distinct venues include the iconic Bird Amphitheatre, concert lawns, a rooftop function space with skyline views and a ballroom and terrace. For wedding photos with a difference, have your portraits taken with friendly elephants and giraffes.
20. The Freedom Hub Ethical Weddings
- Location: 283 Young Street, Waterloo, NSW 2017
- Capacity: 100 seated, 150 cocktail
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive + DIY/BYO
The Freedom Hub is a unique warehouse space in Sydney's inner urban suburbs. Operating as a cafe during the day and events space in the evenings, The Freedom Hub is an unusual wedding venue in that 100% of profits go towards supporting people in Australia who have experienced modern day slavery or human trafficking.
Venue hire of the blank canvas reception venue starts at $4,000 and you can choose all inclusive wedding packages or BYO. The venue provides a list of ethical caterers and suppliers to choose from.
Unique Ceremony Venues
Sydney's most unique wedding ceremony venues include private estates & terraces in beautiful waterfront locations, drawing rooms in 19th century mansions, private churches & chapels that welcome both religious and civil wedding ceremonies, and hidden spaces in the heritage wharfs on Sydney Harbour.
The city also boasts several one-of-a-kind ceremony spaces in secret gardens, rustic barns and secluded bushland settings including a protected wildlife clearing where Koala's can sometimes be spotted watching nuptials from the surrounding gum trees.
Unique Reception Venues
The quirkiest wedding reception venues in Sydney are all non-traditional function spaces that range from converted industrial buildings to private gardens and Airbnbs.
Some of the more unusual venues to hire for wedding receptions in Sydney include a traditional-looking private chapel that offers a choice of exterior neon lighting, a hillside Airbnb built from the ruins of a Catholic Church, Sydney's main zoo, multi-level function spaces and outdoor reception venues located on Sydney Harbour and in wilderness settings just one hour from the CBD.
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