Scoping out the best wedding venues is super important. Where you choose to celebrate can make or break the day.
You’ll want your friends and family to ooh and ahh. It must provide a stunning canvas for the all-important wedding photos. And the food, drink, and ambiance needs to be “chef’s kiss”.
Well, we’re here to take the stress off your shoulders (you can thank us later). We’ve compiled 8 of the most magical wedding venues for all you Brisbane lovebirds out there.
Whether you’re after sleek and modern, whimsical, or rustic country charm… our list will please even the most discerning couples.
1. Crystalbrook Vincent
Crystalbrook Vincent is an uber-chic sustainable hotel located next to the Brisbane River.
They have purpose-built event rooms and fine dining to perfectly cater to your wedding day.
The outdoor terrace is a great pre-reception setting for your guests to enjoy canapes and the city skyline.
The rich, bold interiors, wall-to-wall modern artworks, and prime Story Bridge views will provide your wedding photos with stunning backdrops.
And when the party’s over, shimmy upstairs and stay overnight in a 5-star designer room.
2. Hampton Estate Wines
Hampton Estate Wines provides the perfect all-inclusive wedding venue nestled in the beautiful Tamborine Mountain region.
With lush expansive grounds and indoor and outdoor venues, you have several options to choose from to curate your day.
For the reception, they’ll serve up culinary delights crafted from exceptional local produce. And don’t forget their boutique, premium wines.
They also have convenient, on-site accommodation for you and your guests to take advantage of.
3. Calile Hotel
If you want to channel sophisticated Palm Spring vibes for your wedding then the Calile Hotel is the venue for you.
Centrally located on James St, the impeccable minimalist architecture and sleek interior design will make for jaw-dropping wedding photos.
You and the wedding party can prep for the day at the medi spa, then get glammed up in one of their luxury hotel rooms.
The Calile are experts in putting on a wedding soiree. Their team will help you to plan the perfect event, from catering to cocktails and event spaces.
4. Bundaleer Rainforest Gardens
The feel of a destination wedding on the doorstep of Brisbane is just what you’ll get at Bundaleer Rainforest Gardens.
You don’t have to travel hours into the hinterland for the rainforest wedding of your dreams. Just a short trip to Brookfield will take you to this natural oasis.
Exchange vows in the lush rainforest grounds. Then celebrate your nuptials at one of their reception venues. There’s even an alfresco option for you and your guests to dine under the trees.
5. Boulevard Gardens
Only 20 minutes from Brisbane CBD, Boulevard Gardens is a stunning purpose-built wedding venue.
Hold your ceremony under the Italian-style arbour in their exquisite gardens. Then choose from three different reception areas for celebratory cocktails, dinner, and dancing.
They offer convenient wedding packages to suit either small, intimate elopements or grand affairs. And you can choose from plated, buffet, and cocktail-style catering.
6. The Lussh
Built in 1925 and headed by the founder of the iconic Queensland-based fashion label, DISSH, Lussh is a one-of-a-kind venue brimming with opulence and authentic charm.
Located in Woolloongabba, Lussh boasts multiple spaces for ceremonies and celebrations, including sweeping natural cliffs, lavish dining rooms, dance floors, and intimate lofts.
With their wedding packages conveniently compiled in one place, their services are unparalleled. From catering to styling and planning, everything is prepared for you with the option for meticulous customisation.
7. Kooroomba Lavender Farm
If you’re after a whimsical wedding then the Kooroomba Lavender Farm is a must-see.
Say I Do in their architecturally designed chapel overlooking the Scenic Rim. And have your photo session in a lavender field with the rolling countryside in the background.
Your guests can take in the stunning views from the courtyard and dining room while they enjoy award-winning food and wine. And if they’re lucky, spot a kangaroo or two frolicking on the grounds.
They also have a wedding planning team to provide you with unlimited support.
8. White Chapel
Located in Kalbar, a small country town with plenty of charm, White Chapel provides one of the most picture-perfect wedding venues near Brisbane.
It doesn’t get much better than a historical chapel, fairy lights, cottage gardens, and a sunflower farm next door.
You’ll have 2 reception venues to choose from. The Black Hall is a bold, sophisticated monochrome venue. Or, for a more relaxed, rustic feel, go with the Barn.
They took home the top Australian Bridal Academy prize in 2021 for wedding ceremony and reception venues. So your wedding will be in good hands.
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