Top 26 Coolest Wedding Venues in the United States

Malibu Rocky Oaks, one of the coolest wedding venues in the United States!
photo by Duke Images

Finding the perfect wedding venue is no small feat, trust us….soon after getting engaged you’ll ask yourself, “Where should I get married?!” The are so many wedding venues and everyone will have an idea of the perfect wedding venue for you….but you need to feel that the venue is right for you, so we’re here to help! You know us, we just love unique + rad wedding venues, so you came to the right source for the best places to get married!

Whether you’re looking to get married in a greenhouse, in a castle, up in a treehouse, at a rustic and refined barn, or possibly even at a summer camp—no location is too outside of the box! So let’s check out our list of the best places to get married (in no particular order)…

BTW….when you’re done checking out the venues below, be sure to read through our guide to help you plan the rest of your wedding!

26 Coolest Wedding Venues in the US

1. Haiku Mill in Maui, Hawaii

Haiku Mill Wedding Venue in Hawaii - one of the best places to get married
photos by Anna Kim (top), Chris J Evans (bottom right), + Leo Patrone (bottom left)

If you’ve dreamed of a destination wedding in Hawaii, but sandy beaches aren’t exactly what your thing, you’ve got to check out Haiku Mill. An ancient sugar plantation filled with old world elegance, this wedding venue features ornate, hand-picked treasures from around the world and is surrounded by fragrant jasmine and gardenia blossoms. The courtyard opens up to the beautiful Hawaiian sky—reminding everyone of the beauty of the island. We can’t get over the charm + uniqueness of the space and know your guests will be truly captivated by the romance of the setting.

We stopped by Haiku Mill during one of our trips to Maui and walked the grounds with the owner, Sylvia Hamilton-Kerr. Her guided tour, complete with stories of the property’s history, her plans for it and how she curated her collection of pieces and installations from places as far as flea markets across France made us love it even more. Truly a magical spot on a magical island and truly one of the best places to get married!

2. Treehouse Point in Issaquah, Washington

We can’t imagine a more unique (or fantastical) wedding venue to tie the knot than a real treehouse! Treehouse Point, conveniently located just 30 minutes from Seattle, is tucked away in a beautiful forest brimming with all of the beauty of nature that you can imagine. We love how the Treehouse offers overnight accommodations—can you imagine waking up in one?! Surely a one-of-a-kind experience for both you and your guests!

Love the idea of a treehouse but not for your wedding? We rounded up 18 magical treehouses to spend the night in! Perfect for a honeymoon or anniversary trip :)

3. St. John’s Bridge in Portland, Oregon

photos by Taylor Bartram Photography // see more from These Two Said Their Vows Under One of Portland’s Most Famous Bridges!

When it comes to finding the perfect wedding venue, are you ready to get creative and think a little outside of the box? It doesn’t get much more unique than, or romantic for that matter, getting married under one of Portland’s most famous bridges, St. John’s Bridge. Ever dedicated to the cause, the duo above camped out overnight (in the middle of winter!), to secure their spot at Cathedral Park… And it was 100% worth it! Sometimes a bit of exploring will help you discover one of the new best places to get married :)

4. Santa Lucia Preserve in Carmel, California

top photo by Liz Banfield | bottom photo by Sylvie Gil

Dream of a wedding ceremony among the Redwoods and then a reception in the most gorgeous barn you’ve seen? The Santa Lucia Preserve just might be your wedding venue! One word comes to mind when we see weddings at this venue, and that’s magical! There is something so dreamy about a wedding ceremony among those tall trees with your closest family and friends!

The Santa Lucia Preserve is a member-owned community and conservancy with a mix of estate homes, lodging, equestrian facilities, a private golf club and more. It is a breathtaking place to visit, and a popular choice for wedding ceremonies and other celebrations.

5. The Carlsbard Flower Fields in Carlsbad, California

Wedding at the Carlsbad Ranunculus Flower Fields
top photo thanks to the Flower Fields // bottom: Priscila Valentina Photography as seen in this Engagement Session in the Flower Fields

Dream of getting married amongst a field of colorful ranunculus flowers?! Well, you can do that at the gorgeous Ranunculus Flower Fields in Carlsbad, California. You’ll need to plan your wedding for when the colors are in bloom – so think mid-March to mid-April – and the colorful fields make the perfect spot for your wedding photos! The ceremony space overlooks the flower fields and they also have a barn for your reception that holds up to 200. This is surely one of the best places to get married for a flower lover!

6. Big Daddy’s Antiques in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California

Big Daddy's Antiques Venue for Wedding
photos by Mary Costa Photography (top, left + bottom right) + Martina Micko Photo (middle right) from this Funky Vintage-Inspired Wedding in Los Angeles // see more weddings from Big Daddy’s on GWS

Big Daddy’s Antiques in LA and SF is a one-of-a-kind retailer of antiques and reproductions from European, Asian, and North American markets. Fun for a day trip to stroll around, yes, but lucky for couples looking for a super unique wedding venue, they also hold weddings and have quickly become a sought after place to get married!

7. Valentine in Los Angeles, California 

valentine downtown los angeles wedding
top + bottom right by Geoff Rivers // couple photo by Casey Brodley from this Modern Meets Eclectic Wedding at Valentine

Built in the 1920s, the space has lived many lives during its century of use (a former hotel, brother, fish and oyster company, glass blowing space and more). Its varied history informed the reinvention of the space into a modern venue. From the dramatic greenhouse roof life to the eye-catching blue facade, there is no shortage of pretty vignettes here. One of the best parts of Valentine? How easily it can shift its dimensions: you can host an intimate gather for less than 100 people, or a large reception with up to 500 guests…..versatility is important when considering places to get married.

8. Vibiana in Los Angeles, California

vibiana los angeles wedding
photos courtesy of Rebecca Yale and Ro and Co. Events // see more weddings from Vibiana here

Vibiana is a wedding, events and performing arts venue located in the Historic Core of Downtown Los Angeles owned and operated by Los Angeles restaurateurs Chef Neal Fraser, Amy Knoll Fraser and their partners.

The City’s first Archdiocese Catholic cathedral, Vibiana has been beautifully transformed into a stunning full service event facility with an extensive dining and craft libations program. It’s located in the Historic Core of Downtown Los Angeles owned and operated by Los Angeles restaurateurs Chef Neal Fraser, Amy Knoll Fraser and their partners – so you know the food will be amazing as well! We love the all white ceremony space and with a Main Hall and Garden Courtyard, the versatility of Vibiana is endless, offering a beautiful customizable backdrop for your wedding!

9. Malibu Rocky Oaks in Malibu, California

malibu rocky oaks wedding venue
top photo: Duke Images | bottom photos: Little Boat Photography by Safeena Padder // see more Malibu Rocky Oaks features on GWS

And the most breathtaking wedding venue? How about getting married in the hills of Malibu on a helipad surrounded by vineyards?! We’ve been to Malibu Rocky Oaks and it is seriously as amazing as the photos. A wedding here will give your ceremony an amazing 360-degree view of the Santa Monica Mountains that makes you feel like you’re in the clouds! Follow the ceremony with dinner on long tables next to the pool…and you’re off to a wonderful start as a married couple and your friends and family will tell everyone about your day at one of the best places to get married!

On the hunt for an outdoor wedding venue in southern California? Our list of the Best Outdoor Wedding Venues from Los Angeles to Orange County.

10. Korakia Pensione in Palm Springs, California

KoraKia Pensione Wedding Venue Palm Springs
photos by Jenny Smith & Co.  | see all Korakia Pensione features on GWS

We’ve seen quite a few GWS weddings held at Korakia Pensione …and for good reason! The cool venue in Palm Springs boasts stylish rooms and vignettes with a distinct Moroccan + Mediterranean feel. Dating back to 1924, the restored romantic villa will whisk you away to the Mediterranean Sea…while still remaining in Palm Springs.

11. The Ice House in Phoenix, Arizona  

The Ice House wedding venue in Phoenix, Arizona is a cool place to get married
photo by Annie Ruby Photography

Looking for a place to get married in Arizona that includes a backdrop with wow-factor? Then The Ice House is the coolest (see what we did there?) venue for you! As avant-garde as it is historic, the space began operations in 1920 as an icehouse for the food industry! Now, couples can tie the knot within its refined, industrial walls.

12. Dunton Hot Springs in Dolores, Colorado

Dunton Hot Springs wedding venue in Colorado where you can take over the town for your wedding
photos by Paige Jones // from this Dunton Hot Springs Colorado Mountain Wedding // see more Dunton Hot Springs Weddings on GWS

If there’s one thing you have to know about Dunton Hot Springs, it’s that it’s actually a restored ghost town! Not only are the surroundings stunning, but you can rent the entire town for your celebration. Renting the town gives you exclusive use of all that Dunton boasts: the original Dancehall & Saloon, Bathhouse, The Pony Express Yoga Studio, The West Fork Boxing Gym, their very own open air chapel, two spa treatment cabins, and 12 luxury cabins—each unique in size, charm and character from the next. We say YES to that!

13. The Resort at Paws Up in Greenough, Montana

Resort at Paws Up wedding venue in Montana is a top tier glamping resort is an ideal place to get married for lovers of the outdoors
photos by Jeremiah & Rachel // see more weddings from Paws Up on GWS

For those who haven’t been to Montana, it’s one of the most well-kept secrets and breathtakingly beautiful places. Paws Up Resort provides a scenic backdrop for saying I Do with starlit skies and untouched wilderness. Since its claim to fame is the beauty of nature, any style or type of wedding will feel right at home in this stunning, picturesque setting. We love that they offer cabins and glamping for your guests as well as a ceremony outdoors, reception in a barn and rehearsal dinner outdoors by the creek.

We’ve visited several times and can attest that a few days of big sky country, outdoor activities + the tasty meals offered at Paws Up (as well as a stop at the spa) would be a great place to get married, as well as to rejuvenate any couple or guests!

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14. Spain Ranch in Tulsa, Oklahoma

Spain Ranch wedding venue in Oklahoma gives you the option of getting married in a black barn or a white barn
photos by Kailey Watson Photography 

Spain Ranch‘s new wedding venue outside Tulsa, Oklahoma is about to change everything you think you know about barns! The Black Barn is an intimate wedding venue (sitting on the same property as the equally as beautiful White Barn) and it’s the perfect setting for couples looking for a little something outside the norm. We’re talking matte black perfection!

Love the idea of a barn wedding? –> The 41 Best Barn Venues for Your Wedding

15. The Emerson in Dallas, Texas 

Emerson wedding venue in Dallas, Texas designed by Leanne Ford is a cute white chapel for weddings
photos by Mikayla Dawn Photography and Jeff Brummett courtesy of The Emerson

Do you imagine yourself getting married in a chapel…but looking for something with a more modern feel? The Emerson in Texas, just outside of Dallas, is classic yet chic and can serve as the background for some seriously bold designs. We’re all about those crisps whites in the chapel—designed by Leanne Ford—and all the room it has…up to 200 guests!

 16. Vista West Ranch in Dripping Springs, Texas

Vista West Ranch wedding venue in Texas is perfect for those seeking a rustic ranch vibe
photos courtesy of Vista West Ranch // see more Vista West Ranch on GWS

Fusing Austin chic with Hill Country charm, we love this wedding venue at Vista West Ranch for so many reasons and think it’s an adorable place to get married! The setting is a unique blend of rustic + bohemian, making it the perfect recipe for a romantic + memorable venue for stylish Texas couples. One of our fave things about this venue? Their wedding packages include all the important essentials, so you get to focus on the fun things, like food + décor!

17. The Meekermark in Magnolia, Texas

Meekermark wedding venue in Texas is an historic barn that would be a great place to get married
top photo by Katy Cox Photography // bottom photo courtesy of The Meekermark

The Meekermark in Magnolia, Texas is as unique as it is historic; the barn—built in the 1830’s in Canada, was taken apart, transported, and reconstructed on this beautiful 12-acre property in Texas. The beauty is in the details as it combines original hand-carved timbers, as well as modern design features. Created by a family team of photographers, there is certainly no shortage of stunning views and vignettes to snaps those dreamy wedding photos.

18. Thorncrown Chapel in Eureka Springs, Arkansas

Thorncrown Chapel wedding venue in Arkansaa is a beautiful glass cathedral and visually stimulating place to get married
photos above by Cottonwood Studios

Thorncrown Chapel is a beautiful glass cathedral in the woods of Arkansas—making it an amazing fit for our unique venue round up and an unforgettable setting for your wedding. The chapel may look cozy + quaint, but it seats up to 100 guests in its 6,000 square feet of glass (with 425 gorgeous windows!). We are in love with it’s one-of-a-kind, modern feel.

19. Planterra Conservatory in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan

Planterra Conservatory wedding venue in Michigan is a place to get married surrounded by greenery year round
photos by Blaine Siesser Photographer

Talk about an elegant garden setting! The Planterra Conservatory is brimming with lush foliage, a stunning glass ceiling (which on cloudless nights you can see the stars through!), and a slight European feel with its trusses and stone floors. If you’re looking to get married in a greenhouse, check out this list of Coolest Greenhouses to Get Married At in the United States!

20. Cedar Lakes Estate in Port Jervis, NY

Cedar Lakes Estate wedding venue in New York is the place to get married if you're seeking a camp wedding in the northeast
photos thanks to Cedar Lakes Estates // see more Cedar Lakes Estate weddings here

We love a good camp wedding here at GWS, but one thing we noticed after seeing a couple of them—some of our absolute faves took place at Cedar Lakes Estate! Cedar Lakes Estate (in the heart of the Hudson Valley) was once a 1920s summer camp and now it is perfect for those dreamy of a camp wedding! The space is as lovely as it is inviting—describe your wedding as Moonrise Kingdom inspired? This place is for you!  We love that you and your guests can stay on-site in cabins or the lodge! Pretty amazing, yes?!

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21. Terrain in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania

photos: Sarah Brookhart | planning/design: Fifty Shades of Planning | florals: Faye & Renee // see more weddings at Terrain Gardens

Yes, we’re talkin’ bout Anthropologie’s counterpart, Terrain. The Flagship terrain location, Terrain at Styer’s, is located on the historic site of J. Franklin Styer’s nursery, a Philadelphia landmark for over 100 years. With over five acres of everchanging blooms – in winter you can find holiday trees, twinkling lights, and a fire pit. The spring is colorful, the summer features greenery, and then the venue transitions to muted tones in the fall. It’s always changing and we love that! If you are passionate about food (I mean who isn’t?!!), you’ll love knowing that they work with local farms to source foods for each of the seasons.

22. Basilica Hudson in Hudson, New York

Basilica Hudson wedding venue in New York is a new place to get married with a lot of history and an industrial vibe
photos by The Portos // see more from this Stunning Geometric-Inspired Wedding at Basilica Hudson

Basilica Hudson, the newer wedding venue in Hudson, New York, was established in 2010 in a reclaimed 19th-century factory. Now serving as a non-profit multidisciplinary arts center, the venue represents a community of artists and musicians in the area. Oh, and since it is framed by the iconic Hudson River School and the Catskill Mountains, there is certainly no shortage of gorgeous views for wedding portraits.

23. Blackberry Farm in Walland, Tennessee

Blackberry Farm wedding venue in Tennessee would be a great place to get married in fall
photos by Jose Villa (top) + Natalie Watson Photography (bottom photos)

Tennessee plays host to one of our fave farm venues. The idyllic scenery and luxurious accommodations at Blackberry Farm will give your day a rustic, yet elegant, feel. The farm generates a range of heirloom produce + the farmhouse, built using reclaimed wood, is one of the property’s most noteworthy features. We can see why! It would make for a perfect backdrop for a stunning wedding. Don’t you think?

24. Race & Religious in New Orleans, LA  

Race & Religious wedding venue in New Orleans is such a New Orleans place to get married for locals and destination couples
photos by Shelly Anderson (top), Theresa Elizabeth Photography (bottom left) + Perla Martinez Photography (top right) + Tamiz Photography (absolute bottom right)

Known as New Orleans’ most distinctive location for weddings, Race & Religious can host up to 300 guests in its romantic historical compound. The unique indoor-outdoor space is comprised of two masonry homes built in the 1830s and provides a great backdrop filled with all that NOLA charm. To top it off, R & R would be the perfect place to get married if you’re considering a destination wedding because tell us one person who hasn’t mentioned wanting to visit New Orleans!

25. Greenhouse Two Rivers in Highlandville, Missouri 

greenhouse two rivers wedding venue
top photo by Zach and Rosalie | bottom photo courtesy of Two Rivers

 

Dream of getting married in a giant glass greenhouse? The Greenhouse Two Rivers makes for the most elegant setting to say I do! The greenhouse sits atop a breathtaking 20 acres with a pond and many picturesque views. You can have a ceremony indoors or outdoors and that greenhouse makes for some STUNNING photos!

Love the idea of a green house wedding? –> The Coolest Greenhouses to Get Married at in the U.S.

26. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens in Miami, Florida

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens wedding venue in Miami is the place to get married if you're looking for a bit of Europe in South Florida


top photos by KT Merry and bottom photo by Shea Christine // see more weddings at Vizcaya on GWS

Nope, your eyes are not deceiving you! Although it looks like a little slice of Europe, Vizcaya Museum & Gardens is conveniently located in the heart of Miami. A jewel among Miami’s skyscrapers, they say. It’s both beautiful + serene and would make a perfect backdrop for couples who want a wedding with a European feel if traveling abroad is not an option.

We hope you enjoyed this peek at our personal fave US wedding venues. While finding the right spot is definitely important, we all know there are plenty of ways to make your wedding unique wherever it may be located! Our number one idea for creating an amazing setting just about anywhere? Enlist Shelter Co. (seen below) to stage a whole pop-up lodging experience for your celebration wherever you find space! Their fully furnished canvas tents provide all the necessary amenities and are totally perfect for stylish glamping + festival weddings!

Glamping wedding with the Shelter Co allows you to create your own place to get married and rock it like a festival
top photo by Kindred Weddings from this wedding / bottom left from this festival wedding / others courtesy of the Shelter Co.

If you plan on using a nontraditional venue, be sure to check out 7 Things to Consider Before Booking a Non-Traditional Wedding Venue

So tell us, did you see a location on our list that caught your eye? Or did you already book one of these amazing venues? Tell us, and other couples why you hosting your wedding at a unique location is important to you! And if you are still looking for a rad venue, be sure to check out the Venues in the GWS Wedding Artist Guide!

If you own or run a rad location that didn’t make our list, let us know about it below. We’re always on the lookout for new venues!

Happy planning, friends and don’t forget to check out our guide to planning the best wedding ever!

 

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