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Looking for the best waterfront wedding venues in Sydney NSW? Australia's iconic harbour city has many beautiful ceremony & reception venues in waterfront locations. From Sydney Harbour's foreshore to the Northern Beaches and Parramatta River, the city's many inlets, bays, rivers & beaches offer an enviable choice of amazing venues to hire for waterfront weddings.
Sydney's top waterfront wedding venues include stunning event spaces within world class landmarks, reception venues on historic wharfs & piers, luxury clifftop resorts, floating vessels (aka boats), beach wedding venues and exclusive chefs hatted restaurants. Sydney wedding venues also boast a handy collection of affordable wedding halls situated in waterfront locations such as surf life saving, rowing and yacht clubs.
If finding the perfect place for a waterfront wedding in Sydney feels like an exercise in stretching the budget, here's an insiders tip. South Sydney to Kiama is an affordable hotspot for beach wedding locations with several places in this region among the best waterfront venues in NSW. Similarly, Pyrmont near the Sydney CBD and Mosman near the Northern Beaches both offer a great choice of Sydney Harbour wedding venues with reasonably priced wedding packages.
Here are the top 25 waterfront wedding venues in Sydney. They are the most picturesque places to get married on the city's best beaches and waterways from Darling Harbour to Palm Beach and beyond.
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Top 25 Waterfront Wedding Venues in Sydney
1. The Wedding Pavilion
- Location: 2 Bong Bong Street, Kiama, NSW 2533
- Capacity: 80 - 400
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive from $125/pp
The Pavilion is among Sydney's best waterfront wedding venues due to the combination of its stunning beachfront location, affordable wedding packages and excellent catering. This beautiful venue has large windows with incredible views over the surrounding foreshore to Kiama Lighthouse and is a modern & light-filled space with a blank canvas palette.
A separate entrance foyer with its own bar can be closed off to the main event space and can be utilised as an indoor ceremony option. Outside are two waterfront ceremony sites both with stunning backdrops overlooking the ocean. For travelling guests there's plenty of accommodation within walking distance.
2. Taronga Zoo Sydney
- Location: Bradleys Head Rd, Mosman, NSW 2088
- Capacity: 30 - 350
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Taronga Zoo is one of Sydney Harbour's most iconic destinations and offers a unique setting for waterfront weddings overlooking the city and Harbour Bridge. Reception venues with water views include a rooftop function space, an elegant ballroom and a covered outdoor terrace.
Taronga Zoo has a wharf serviced by public ferries or private charters from Circular Quay allowing a unique wedding arrival by water. You can have photos with the zoo's wild inhabitants and get married in the amazing bird amphitheatre with Sydney Harbour as your backdrop.
3. Jones Bay Wharf Weddings
- Location: 32 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont, NSW 2009
- Capacity: 1,000
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
If you're looking for a grand reception space with incredible harbour views, Doltone House at the heritage-listed Jones Bay Wharf is one of the most beautiful waterfront locations for weddings in Sydney. The iconic destination houses 8 harbour front venues that cater for intimate weddings with 20 guests through to large cultural celebrations with 1,000 people.
Many of the finger wharf's harbour side venues come with private balconies overlooking the water, and there's a huge waterfront deck running the full length of the pier with views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge & city skyline. Situated within walking distance of the Sydney CBD, Jones Bay Wharf is easily accessible via water taxis, ferries, buses and light rail. There's also plenty of onsite parking.
4. Palm Beach Wedding Estate
- Location: Palm Beach, Sydney NSW
- Capacity: 100
- Venue Hire: $10,000
This prestigious estate on Sydney's Northern Beaches is now offering an exclusive opportunity to hire the waterfront garden for wedding ceremonies and photos. The Balinese-influenced grounds have over 2,500 sqm of premier lawns, gardens and tropical trees with easy access via road or beachfront jetty.
The private oceanfront location comes with onsite bathroom facilities and guests are welcome to enjoy drinks and nibbles in the gardens post ceremony however the garden is unfortunately not offered for receptions. All furniture & styling is best arranged via a wedding planner to do set up for you on the morning of your wedding.
5. Doltone House Darling Island
- Location: 48 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont, NSW 2009
- Capacity: 1,200
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
With views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and affordable wedding packages from $120/pp, Doltone House Darling Island is one of Sydney's most popular venues for waterfront weddings. The 3 designer reception spaces within this world class facility are conveniently located on the harbour's edge within walking distance of Circular Quay and the Sydney CBD.
For large waterfront receptions with 300 - 750 guests you'll want to book the main function room which can be partitioned to suit your guest numbers. A private outdoor promenade allows arrival by boat and is a beautiful spot to get married on Sydney Harbour.
6. Berry Hill
- Location: 1832 River Road, Leets Vale, NSW
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 14 - 54
- Catering & Drinks: BYO
Berry Hill is a beautiful destination for riverfront weddings near Sydney and is secluded within serene wilderness bordered by blue gum covered hills. This 75 acre property sits on the banks of the Hawkesbury River just 90 minutes from the CBD and has a waterfront ceremony site that comes fully furnished with all wedding packages, and a river view reception space with an outdoor dining area and permanent marquee.
When you hire Berry Hill for your wedding you get exclusive use of the property with accommodation for 14 guests in a renovated homestead and three elegant shed suites. A further 40 guests are able to book & pay for their own accommodation in a luxury glamping village that features up to 20 fully furnished bell tents.
7. Lindesay House
- Location: 1 Carthona Avenue, Darling Point, NSW 2027
- Capacity: 10 - 100
- Venue Hire: $6,535 - $10,385
- Food & Drinks: BYO
The best place for waterfront weddings in Sydney is arguably the private grounds of Lindesay House which sits directly on Sydney Harbour in the affluent suburb of Darling Point just minutes from the CBD. This iconic 19th century mansion was the suburb's first built residence and is surrounded by magazine-worthy gardens with spectacular views over the harbour's glistening water.
Inside, Lindesay House features small private dining & drawing rooms that offer a beautiful Victorian-era backdrop for getting ready and wedding photos. Outside, there is a marquee-style awning that seats up to 100 guests under shelter, however the real magic of this elegant venue is dining alfresco on the water's edge.
8. Kirribilli Event Space
- Location: 51-55 Upper Pitt Street, Kirribilli, NSW 2061
- Capacity: 30
- Venue Hire: $4,000 - $6,000
- Catering & Drinks: BYO
This private terrace lawn in Kirribilli is the perfect waterfront venue for micro weddings & elopements in Sydney, with a maximum capacity of up to 24 seated guests enjoying uninterrupted views over the Sydney Opera House & Harbour Bridge. Wedding packages are charged at $1,000 per hour and includes caterer access to an internal kitchen and use of a marquee if required.
9. Waterfront Marquee @ Taronga Zoo
- Location: Bradleys Head Rd, Mosman, NSW 2088
- Capacity: 250 - 600
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The grand marquee at Taronga Zoo is Sydney Harbour's most exclusive waterfront venue with stunning views of the Sydney Opera House & Harbour bridge, and seasonal availability between October-November each year when the marquee is custom built on the Zoo's concert lawn.
All inclusive wedding packages are catered by Trippas White Group and wedding ceremonies can be hosted at the iconic bird amphitheatre or new Savannah backdrop just a short walk away.
10. Sydney Opera House
- Location: Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW 2000
- Capacity: 60 - 1,000
- Venue Hire: $5,800 - $6,240
- Wedding Packages: $320/pp
The most iconic of all waterfront wedding venues in Sydney is the Sydney Opera House located at Bennelong Point near Circular Quay. Surrounded by water on all sides and with uninterrupted views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House offers a waterside wedding unlike any other, immersing guests in the ongoings of the harbour as iconic Sydney Ferries, cruise liners and boats sail past.
Australia's most recognised landmark has three water-view reception spaces under its sails, including the incredible concert hall foyers (availability dependant on concert events), the popular Yallamundi Function Rooms and the Utzon Room which is perfect for smaller weddings & ceremonies and was designed by original architect Jørn Utzon. All inclusive wedding packages are priced at $320 per person and there is a seasonal venue hire fee ranging from $5,800 - $6,240.
11. Watersedge Weddings at Campbell's Stores
- Location: 7-27 Circular Quay West, The Rocks, NSW 2000
- Capacity: 120 - 200
- Wedding Packages: $200+/pp
Watersedge at Campbell’s Stores is one of the more popular Sydney Harbour wedding venues owing to its amazing location in The Rocks precinct and its beautiful water views that take in the Sydney Opera House. Within the 3 storey heritage building are two reception venues on the harbour front which cater for cocktail weddings with up to 200 guests or 120 seated.
12. Manly Pavilion Weddings
- Location: West Esplanade, Manly, NSW 2095
- Capacity: 200 - 250
- Wedding Packages: $205+
Manly Pavilion is located in a grand heritage building on the iconic Manly Beach promenade and has easy accessibility via Circular Quay ferries with the public wharf just a few metres away. This iconic wedding venue features a grand ballroom seating up to 200 guests and is adjoined by a forecourt that offers wharf wedding ceremonies overlooking Manly Harbour.
13. Pier One Sydney Harbour
- Location: Walsh Bay, 11 Hickson Rd, Sydney, NSW 2000
- Capacity: 100 - 350
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
This popular Sydney Harbour wedding venue is located on a waterfront pier near The Rocks and sits directly under the Sydney Harbour Bridge with views to Luna Park. Pier One has two wharf ceremony sites and 3 water view reception venues to choose from including a glass style marquee with the best Harbour Bridge views in Sydney.
14. Pilu at Freshwater Beach
- Location: Moore Road, Freshwater, NSW 2096
- Capacity: 100
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Pilu is a Northern Beaches wedding venue that specialises in small oceanfront weddings at Freshwater Beach. The Sardinian restaurant has a small beachfront ceremony space in a courtyard style garden, and several private dining rooms with Hamptons styling that cater for water view receptions with 20 - 100 guests.
15. Clovelly Surf Club
- Location: Donnellan Circuit, Clovelly, NSW 2031
- Capacity: 100 sit down, 150+ cocktail
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Clovelly Surf Club is one of Sydney's most iconic venues offering beachfront weddings in the city's popular Eastern Suburbs. The reception venue and outdoor deck have panoramic views over the ocean and come with affordable wedding packages under $200 per person. Venue hire options are available for onsite wedding ceremonies.
16. Long Reef Golf Club
- Location: Anzac Avenue, Collaroy, NSW 2097
- Capacity: 140 - 250
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Long Reef Golf Club is a Northern Beaches venue that offers waterfront wedding ceremonies and receptions with amazing photo opportunities on the surrounding coastal headland. All function areas at Long Reef have beautiful ocean views to Manly Beach making the club one of Sydney's most popular venues for waterfront weddings.
17. Watsons Bay Hotel
- Location: 1 Military Road, Watsons Bay, NSW 2030
- Capacity: 350
- Accommodation: Sleeps 64+
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The Watsons Bay Hotel is an iconic Sydney Harbour wedding venue with 32 boutique hotel suites, a rooftop function venue perfect for cocktail weddings and a coastal-themed reception room with water views. The beachfront venue has a wharf at the door serviced by private boats and ferries and lots of beaches and waterfront gardens nearby for wedding ceremonies.
18. Jonah's Whale Beach
- Location: 69 Bynya Road, Whale Beach, NSW 2107
- Capacity: 122
- Accommodation: Sleeps 22
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Nestled above Whale Beach with a spectacular cliff top garden, Jonah’s is an exclusive-use resort offering seaside weddings for up to 122 guests. When you book Jonah's for your wedding you get 11 luxury suites for the night, a cliff top wedding ceremony with a spectacular ocean backdrop and your reception catered by the chefs hatted restaurant.
Venue hire requires a minimum of 80 wedding guests, booking of all onsite accommodation and suits budgets of $50k+.
19. St George Sailing Club Sydney
- Location: 2 Riverside Drive, Sans Souci, NSW 2219
- Capacity: 150 - 250
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive from $170/pp
St George Sailing Club is a South Sydney function venue located on the waters of Botany Bay. The venue has a private deck for wedding ceremonies or you can get married on the river bank. Inside, the coastal-inspired reception space is filled with light and seats up to 150 guests with sparkling water views over the bay. Package options include canapés, banquets, alternate plates and food stations.
20. Manly 16ft Skiff
- Location: East Esplanade, Manly, NSW 2095
- Capacity: 150
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Manly 16ft Skiff is a popular Sydney wedding venue located over the water on Sydney Harbour. Renowned for captivating sunsets and stunning water views, this all-in-one venue comes with an overwater atrium ideal for wedding ceremonies and indoor seating for up to 80 in the light-filled Harbour View Room.
21. Georges River 16ft Sailing Club
- Location: Sanoni Avenue, Sandringham, NSW 2219
- Capacity: 300
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Another 16ft Sailing Club is located in the southern suburbs near Sans Souci and with floor to ceiling windows surrounding the entire reception space is one of the best waterfront wedding venues in Sydney.
The Georges River Sailing Club is also one of Sydney’s newest event venues and comes with a dedicated functions manager and all inclusive wedding packages to suit all budgets.
22. Ripples Chowder Bay
- Location: Chowder Bay Road, Mosman, NSW 2088
- Capacity: 200
- Wedding Packages: $155 - $209/pp
Ripples is a popular Mosman eatery and waterside reception space inspired by the Mediterranean and set within an historic submarine minors' depot. Accessible via water taxi to Chowder Bay Wharf and with opening sides that lend an alfresco dining vibe to occasions, Ripples is an idyllic Sydney Harbour venue for waterfront wedding receptions.
Ripples can be found on the Taronga Zoo to Balmoral foreshore walk and is within walking distance of Clifton Gardens which offers a plethora of beautiful wedding ceremony & photo locations. All inclusive wedding packages at Ripples Chowder Bay start at $155 per person for a cocktail menu and range up to $209 per person for a 3 course menu with matching beverages.
23. Esplanade Events
- Location: 38 Gerrale Street, Cronulla, NSW 2230
- Capacity: 50 - 280
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Esplanade Events is a joint venture of two waterfront venues in South Sydney - the Cronulla RSL and local Surf Club. Popular function venue Soldiers on the Esplanade is located within the RSL and offers water views to Bate Bay and Cronulla Beach for weddings from 50 to 280 guests. The Surf Club has two modern event spaces on the oceanfront that seat 60 and 130 guests.
24. The Bathers' Pavilion
- Location: 4 The Esplanade, Mosman, NSW 2088
- Capacity: 150
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The Bathers' Pavilion is a beachfront wedding venue in the affluent Sydney Harbour suburb of Mosman. The function space and outdoor balcony have beautiful water views over Sydney Harbour and offers an elegant blank canvas well suited to romantic and coastal wedding themes. An ideal spot for beachfront wedding photos.
25. Royal Motor Yacht Club Broken Bay
- Location: 46 Prince Alfred Parade, Newport, NSW 2106
- Capacity: 50 - 200
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The Royal Motor Yacht Club is located at Newport Marina and has beautiful water views over Broken Bay. With the natural surrounds of Pittwater surrounding the venue and affordable wedding packages on offer, the club is one of the most popular all-in-one venues on Sydney's Northern Beaches.
26. Sergeants Mess
- Location: Chowder Bay Road, Mosman, NSW 2088
- Capacity: 50 - 350
- Wedding Packages: $180 - $220/pp
Sergeants Mess is located near Cliffton Gardens in Mosman and is one of Sydney's most popular places for a waterfront wedding as it has a beautiful ceremony space with tiered seating right next to the reception venue which both overlook Chowder Bay & Sydney Harbour.
Sergeants Mess is one of the few waterfront venues in Sydney where wedding guests can arrive by boat as it has a private wharf less than 5 minutes walk away. Sergeants mess is conveniently located near a plethora of beautiful spots for waterfront wedding photos including a beach, wharf and concrete piers.
Waterfront Wedding Venues Near Sydney
The Cove Jervis Bay
- Location: Ellmoos Road via Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay NSW 2540
- Capacity: 150+
- Accommodation: Sleeps 111
- Wedding Packages: BYO
The Cove is a beachfront wedding destination where up to 111 guests can stay onsite with you for the weekend. The 3 acre resort is located on its own private beach in Jervis Bay and has a luxe reception hall, beachfront ceremony garden and a beautiful fairy-lit courtyard perfect for outdoor receptions on the waterfront.
The Pavilion Kiama
- Location: 2 Bong Bong Street, Kiama, NSW 2533
- Capacity: 80 - 400
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive from $125/pp
The Pavilion is a waterfront reception venue located on its own private peninsula in the centre of Kiama. Within walking distance to hotels and with two free ceremony sites on the waters edge, The Pavilion is one of the most affordable and picturesque oceanfront wedding venues near Sydney.
Private Property Illawarra
- Location: 8 Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Stanwell Park, NSW 2508
- Capacity: 60
- Accommodation: Sleeps 18
- Venue Hire: $2,850+
This Victorian style private estate is located on the Stanwell Park headland and is one of the best waterfront wedding venues near Sydney if coastal views are on your priority list. From the dining room and backyard event space, 180° ocean views include the new Sea Cliff Bridge and the coming and going of ships to Wollongong Harbour.
Wedding packages start at $2,850 including 2 nights accommodation for up to 18 guests. Weddings are DIY & BYO with up to 18 guest able to be seated inside, or 60 in the backyard event space.
Audley Dance Hall
- Location: 2 Lady Carrington Dr, Royal National Park NSW 2233
- Capacity: 20-200
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
- Accommodation: Sleeps 5
Located in Sydney's Royal National Park, Audley Dance Hall weddings are secluded in nature with spectacular water views down the Hacking River. This riverfront wedding hall has been beautifully refurbished with huge windows overlooking the water and valley, and has a pier for wedding ceremonies on the river's edge.
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