7 Historic Gems in San Antonio For Your Wedding

Whether you're a history buff, long for the glamour of a bygone era, or just want to celebrate in a place with stories to tell, you're in luck because San Antonio has a wealth of landmark wedding venues. From the infamous Alamo to a distillery boasting incredible architecture, you'll find spaces that are perfect for a grand affair or a cozy gathering.


The Witte Museum

San Antonio, Texas

Fab Features: a historic setting full of charm and elegance for your special day set along the banks of the San Antonio River adjacent to Brackenridge Park • outdoor options make for a beautiful, natural setting nestled under a canopy of large oaks in the Courtyard or tucked away in the privacy of the Texas Native Plant Garden • experienced event staff will ensure the details of your special day are executed to your expectations

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

Hotel Emma

San Antonio, TX

Fab Features: 19th-century brewery-turned-hotel with an ornate Renaissance Revival/Second Empire architectural style • The Courtyard boasts a one-of-a-kind fountain crafted from a former brass fitting, artful landscaping, and views of the San Antonio River • the beautiful Elephant Cellar faces the hotel's exhibition kitchen for a behind-the-scenes view of the culinary action

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

The Venue at Devils River Distillery

San Antonio, TX

Fab Features: gorgeous, historic San Antonio treasure just a block way from The Alamo and River Walk • incredible vintage architectural details enhanced by oversized teardrop crystal chandeliers, plus lounge furnishings, and gleaming distillery equipment • beautiful pre-prohibition style bar

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$ • $$$

The Spire

San Antonio, TX

Fab Features: built in 1884, this venue combines history with a chic-urban vibe for your celebration in the new St. Paul Square • utilize the chapel for a perfect reception venue, ideal location for your ceremony, or both • all-inclusive packages make planning your wedding a breeze

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$

Jack Guenther Pavilion at the Briscoe

San Antonio, TX

Fab Features: beautiful venue on the banks of the San Antonio River Walk with indoor and outdoor spaces that can be fully customized to fit any occasion • McNutt Sculpture Garden boasts majestic canopies of oak trees, colorful beds of native plants, a grand Italian pergola, and Western sculptures • a nonprofit, charitable organization serving to preserve and present the art, history, and culture of the American West

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$

The Alamo

San Antonio, Texas

Fab Features: 1836 battlefield and former Spanish Mission San Antonio de Valero • indoor and outdoor event spaces for large gatherings or a more intimate affair • Cavalry Courtyard is a versatile outdoor venue surrounded by majestic bronze status dedicated to Texas heroes

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$

Lambermont Events

San Antonio, Texas

Fab Features: historic European-style castle with crystal chandeliers, hand-carved woodwork, molded brick fireplaces, and rich hardwood floors • expansive park-like grounds perfect for outdoor celebrations • private estate feel in the heart of downtown San Antonio

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$


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