13 of Charleston's Best Wedding Venues

Fab Features: an elegant waterfront estate set on the banks of the Ashley River • ceremonies in front of the beautiful 1786 manor home followed by tented reception on a lovely outdoor terrace • intimate celebrations inside surrounded by period furnishings and exquisite architectural details

Fab Features: a National Historic Landmark with sweeping views of the Ashley River • exchange vows beneath moss-covered, century-old oak trees • al fresco celebrations surrounded by manicured gardens and sculpted terraces

Fab Features: top-tier museum set in a beautiful Beaux Arts building rich with charm, nestled in the heart of the historic district • exchange vows under the opulent Tiffany-style art glass dome in the rotunda gallery or host your soiree in the classical garden • your guests can enjoy a private viewing of one (or more!) of the galleries

Fab Features: elegant, modern event space located in the heart of Charleston's Westside neighborhood • the Main Hall boasts clean lines, contemporary styling, a sophisticated neutral color palette, and massive windows that flood the space with natural light • celebrate on the velvety lawn, among mature, Spanish moss-draped oaks and thoughtfully landscaped native plantings

Fab Features: reimagined historic hotel with a variety of sophisticated, upscale event space • perched atop the main building, the Observatory and its Terrace boast sweeping views of the city and Charleston Harbor • chef-driven cuisine, plush guest rooms, and a rooftop pool enhance the experience

Fab Features: beautifully restored 1881 former cigar factory • the airy event space boasts historic wood columns, gleaming hardwood floors, and rustic brick walls • exclusive in-house caterer Mercantile and Mash provide a delightful array of options from passed hors d'oeuvres to carving stations and late-night bites

Fab Features: lovely yacht club inside the City Marina in historic Charleston • spacious Flag Room is flooded with natural light thanks to a vaulted ceiling, large skylights, and cathedral windows overlooking the waterfront • al fresco events on the deck and wraparound porch

Fab Features: former home of J.C.H. Claussen and Company • the interior is designed with wood columns, crystal chandeliers hung from beautiful white ceiling beams, and artfully laid exposed brick • the opulent bridal suite provides a private area to relax and get ready

Fab Features: picturesque waterfront clubhouse exchange vows on the covered porch or on the expansive lawn shaded by towering trees • tall, oversized windows flood the interior with natural light and the high ceiling is accented by the exposed metal beams

Fab Features: a beautiful and family-friendly resort on the shore at Isle of Palms • exchange vows on the white sand beach framed by swaying palms • the versatile event space can accommodate everything from formal events in the elegant ballroom to a relaxed fete by the pool or on the croquet lawn

Fab Features: lavish hotel located steps from the culture and class of historic King Street • the alfresco Observatory and Piazza offer expansive skyline views, while the elegant Crown Ballroom mesmerizes with dramatic 30-foot ceilings and arched windows • world-class accommodations alongside a plush spa, elegant dining options, and a rooftop pool with private cabanas

Fab Features: a historic single house was originally built in 1837 • the event spaces include an open-air piazza, dining room, sun room and courtyard • the menus incorporates the flavors and layered heritage of the coastal south in a refined, yet relaxed environment that reflects the building’s history

Fab Features: beautifully restored 19th-century house • designed with architectural details such as stately exterior columns, an elliptical fanlight with carved moldings, a Palladian window, and a stunning cantilevered staircase in the Grand Foyer • ceremonies beneath a 200-year-old oak on the Crescent Lawn, which wraps around a pineapple fountain

Venue: The Vendue