Wedding planning can be complicated, but we’re here to help.
Whether you’re after an intimate ceremony with close family and friends, or a large gathering of loved ones in a beautiful setting, you will find what you’re looking for on this list of the best wedding venues in NSW.
Crowne Plaza for pre-wedding pampering
Located in the Hawkesbury Valley just one hour from Sydney, Crowne Plaza is perfect for every style of wedding. With eight hectares of manicured gardens and a lakeside location for taking in a sunset, it doesn’t get more romantic.
There are three ceremony locations and six reception venues to choose from, including a non-denominational chapel, catering up to 130 guests. Each wedding package comes with a dedicated wedding specialist to ensure the day runs smoothly. Some featured offerings (dependent on the package) include a three-course dinner menu and five-hour beverage package, discounted accommodation for guests, free on-site parking and decorations.
Start your special day at the Villa Thalgo Day Spa with a range of luxurious packages featuring massages and facials designed to help you relax, and then retreat to your private room overlooking the Blue Mountains after a long day of celebration.
The Langham for a dog-friendly ceremony
With a central location only minutes from Circular Quay, The Langham is guaranteed to deliver a 5-star experience. There are three glamorous wedding venues to choose from, with a capacity up to 120 people, and each boasts floor-to-ceiling windows for views of the stunning Sydney skyline.
When you choose to have your ceremony at The Langham, you can expect a dedicated hair and makeup team and bridal treatments in The Day Spa. The hotel is also Sydney’s only 5-star pet-friendly wedding venue, meaning you can bring your furry friend along for their very own pamper program and seat at the ceremony.
The available wedding menu is extensive, and The Langham’s in-house pastry chefs are always happy to whip up something personal and incredible. All decorations, menus, seating charts and food will be taken care of by your wedding coordinator, and guests will receive discounts on nightly room rates. Whether you’re after an intimate reception in the Observatory Bar, or a fairytale setting in the Ballroom, your wedding will be a day to remember.
The lucky couple will also enjoy wedding-night accommodation in a Deluxe King Room, with an in-room champagne breakfast for two and a menu tasting to kick the honeymoon off early.
Lauriston House for a stunning historic venue
Built in 1887 and now a heritage-listed property, Lauriston House is perfect for any couple seeking a beautiful historic venue. Spend a romantic evening amongst chandeliers, open fireplaces, and a wondrous grand ballroom, or cheers to love on the outdoor terrace with views over the expansive gardens complete with rolling lawns, colourful flowers and a romantic gazebo.
Lauriston House offers a number of packages to take the stress out of the wedding planning process. The Ultimate Package includes a four-course banquet menu, cocktails on arrival accompanied by a live pianist, unlimited alcoholic beverages, a white ballroom dancefloor, and optional extras including fireworks, gelato carts and photo booths.
The in-house team of chefs are experienced in crafting the best dishes inspired by European and modern Australian flavours. They will even design a custom menu to suit your preferences and include a wine list to match.
Gunners Barracks for a wedding with a view
Another location with a historic feeling, Gunners Barracks is a charming Sydney wedding venue overlooking the harbour. The property was built in 1873, and now offers three exclusive ceremony locations, from the courtyard to the lawn and terrace, before you move indoors for the reception.
After a romantic evening like no other, you will dine on a personalised menu designed by Executive Chef Steve Clarke, who focuses on quality local ingredients and unbeatable flavours. You can also opt for extras such as whiskey bars, free-flowing cocktails and live music. No matter what you choose, your dedicated event coordinator will be with you every step of the way to make your dreams come true.
Loxley on Bellbird Hill for sprawling outdoor landscapes
If you’re looking for a rustic countryside feel, then Loxley on Bellbird Hill might be the perfect location for you. Set on an expansive acreage including gardens, ponds, and trees, you can choose to have your reception outdoors or in the reception room with timber-lined cathedral ceilings. Located only one hour from Sydney in the Kurrajong Hills, this site offers privacy and country-style beauty, ideal for that sense of serenity on your special day.
There are several packages to choose from. The Homestyle Share Package includes canapés and a share menu, a private DJ, tablecloths & napkins, decorations including rustic lanterns and tea-lights, and the romantic bridal suite at a discounted rate. Or, take your wedding to the next level with the Kauri Package, which includes canapes, a three-course alternating menu, a private DJ, a complimentary wishing well, a generous bar tab, one night stay in the bridal suite with a country-style breakfast for two, and so much more.
Loxely also provides several accommodation options, taking the stress out of a destination wedding and ensuring all your loved ones can attend.
Hunter Valley Gardens for a fairytale-themed wedding
For those seeking a wedding with a difference, the Hunter Valley Gardens certainly caters to the child at heart. Choose from ten themed garden spaces for youe wedding photography, including the Storybook Garden with your favourite childhood characters. Then say your vows atop a ten-metre waterfall, or at the Lake’s Walk Rotunda.
When it comes to the reception, there are six elevated spaces to choose from. The dedicated staff will guide you through every step of the planning process, with a range of packages to choose from. Some even include accomodation for the bridal party and guests, cocktails, canapes and decorations.
Your first dance will be set in the open-air amphitheatre, illuminated by fairy lights for the fairytale moment you’ve always wanted.
City Beach for beachside bliss
Located on the shores of City Beach in Wollongong, this function centre is an elegant combination of coastal views and modern interiors. A multi-award-winning wedding venue, City Beach offers two event spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows for a panoramic ocean backdrop, fairy lights, chandeliers and a white dancefloor.
After a beautiful ceremony on the shores of City Beach, head back to the function centre to party the night away. The dining menu here is designed by executive chef Paul Hamiltion, with sphoisticated cocktails and canapes or traditional plated mains – whatever suits your needs. The MAFS Exlcusive package includes a full dinner, drinks, private DJ and all your decor, plus his & hers cocktails on arrival.
Linton Gardens for tranquility and taste
Priding itself on the tranquillity of its six-acre garden property, Linton Gardens is the perfect backdrop for your special day – only one hour from Sydney in the town of Somersby. Set your ceremony in the 100-year-old church, or outdoors in the stunning heritage-listed Camilla Gardens, before enjoying a reception designed to suit your taste and budget.
The Gold Wedding Package includes a five-hour reception with a private retreat room for the bridal party (complete with complimentary champagne and canapés), a three-course sit-down dinner, and a premium drinks package. For even more sophistication, the Platinum Wedding Package inclues use of the private retreat room, three hours of canapes pre-reception, a three-course dinner, four and a half hours of drinks, with the option to add accomodation for you or the whole party.
Centennial Vineyards for a personalised wedding menu
Located just an hour and a half from Sydney in Bowral, Centennial Vineyards offers spectacular views of the vineyards and surrounding countryside. Whether seeking the rustic beauty of the restaurant or the simple elegance of the garden, the venue is flexible and dedicated to fulfilling your wedding wishes.
Every couple is invited to talk to owner and chef Robin Murray to design a unique menu, with plenty of packages deisgned to bring your special day to life. Think a private bridal room, guest parking, drinks and canapes on the patio, open fireplaces in winter, and private use of the restaurant. You can even book a recovery brunch for the next day, to keep the good vibes going.
Sydney Opera House for a show-stopping venue
What better way to celebrate your love than in Australia’s most iconic venue? With a variety of rooms to choose from, Sydney Opera House partners with the Trippas White Group to provide experienced wedding specialists for your perfect day.
Your reception can be hosted in the Yallamundi Room, with unobstructed views of Sydney Harbour through floor-to-ceiling windows, or in several more intimate performing arts spaces.
The five-hour seated wedding reception includes a Chef’s selection of capaes on arrival, a three-course dinner menu designed by renowned chef Danielle Alvarez, exclusive venue furnishings, placement of name cards & bonbonniere, and a wedding cake cut into petit fours. You can also add premium drinks packages and photography outside the venue’s iconic sails.
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