17 French-Inspired Wedding Venues in Louisiana

Are you dreaming of a wedding venue that features romantic French architecture in Louisiana? You’re in luck! We’ve compiled a list of the most magical locations that will make you feel like you've been transported to Europe with their rich history, old-world charm, and stunning French architectural details. Whether your vibe is a sprawling estate on the bayou or an iconic restaurant in NOLA's infamous French Quarter, you’re sure to find the perfect place for your très chic soirée here.



NEW ORLEANS



Marigny Opera House

New Orleans, LA

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Glam

Lawn Ceremonies

Fab Marigny Location

Fab Features: an architecturally stunning former church turned opera house • hold your romantic outdoor ceremony on the lush open-air lawn • celebrate indoors amongst the unique old-world charm

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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New Orleans Pharmacy Museum

New Orleans, LA

Venue Superpowers

Unique Museum

Rehearsal Dinner Options

Tropical Courtyard

Fab Features: classic Creole townhouse constructed in 1822 that served as the residence and apothecary for the first licensed pharmacist in the United States • located in the heart of the French Quarter and features a 19th-century tropical courtyard for you to say your vows • flexible options allow you to bring your own catering and make the event unique to you

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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The Elms Mansion and Gardens

New Orleans, LA

Venue Superpowers
48-Foot Grand Ballroom

All-Inclusive 

Imported Hand-Carved Marble Mantel
Fab Features: historical Garden District mansion built with the grandeur of New Orleans Italianate architecture • exchange vows beneath a white gazebo adorned with seasonal blooms • the interior impresses with elegant architectural details, jeweled windows, and period furnishings

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Peter & Paul

New Orleans, LA

Venue Superpowers

Historic 

Chapel

On-Site Accommodations
Fab Features: originally a chapel built in 1861 and restored to a hotel, the church still features original stained glass, bell towers, and choir loft spaces • located in the Faubourg Marigny, the city's eclectic hub for art, cuisine, and entertainment only a short walk from the French Quarter • multiple spaces and package options allow you to create an event unique to you 

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Beauregard-Keyes Historic House and Garden

New Orleans, LA

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Views

Private Setting

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: warm, beautifully preserved French Quarter mansion • elegant, vintage-laden interiors include a parlor, ballroom, library, loggia, and two galleries • intimate garden and courtyard strung with market lights

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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The Gallery Venue

New Orleans, LA

Venue Superpowers

Industrial

Central Location

Rehearsal Dinner Options
Fab Features: incredible venue located in the Warehouse District, steps away from the convention center and minutes from the French Quarter • stunning architecture features expose brick walls and original wooden beams • able to accommodate both large and small events 

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Arnaud's Restaurant

New Orleans, Louisiana

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Views

Elopements

World-Renowned Cuisine

Fab Features: a historic and romantic venue located in the heart of New Orleans • choose from 17 elegant ballrooms to host your elegant celebration • enjoy custom crafted menus featuring world-renowned Creole Cuisine

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Felicity

New Orleans, LA

Venue Superpowers

Historic

Affordable

Elopement Options
Fab Features: nondenominational chapel in New Orleans's Lower Garden District • revival architecture and vintage brick create a stunning background to say I do • options range from elopements to all-inclusive packages

Catering: In-house, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Terrell House Bed & Breakfast

New Orleans, LA

Venue Superpowers:

Serene Vibes

Historic Architecture

Intimate Atmosphere

Fab Features: a grand three-story Italianate stucco-over-brick mansion • picturesque ceremonies in the sprawling brick courtyard • the indoor double parlor provides a luxurious and romantic indoor component to your wedding reception

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Race + Religious

New Orleans, LA

Venue Superpowers: 

Unique, Historic Buildings

Bougainvillea-Lined Courtyard

Lower Garden District Location

Fab Features: stunning collection of lovingly restored historic buildings, including a three-story Greek Revival rowhouse and traditional Creole Cottages • al fresco celebrations in the bougainvillea-lined courtyard or beside a swimming pool area lit by gas lamps • meaningful details include the Peruvian tabernacle rescued from a bulldozed church and the original moldings and unvarnished staircases

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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The Gallery on Magazine

New Orleans, LA

Venue Superpowers

BYO Catering & Alcohol

City Views

Floor-to-ceiling windows
Fab Features: historic hidden gem located in the Garden District • the ballroom features high ceilings, hardwood flooring, ornate chandeliers, and original fireplaces • wrap-around porch encompasses the New Orleans charm

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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House of Broel

New Orleans, Louisiana

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Charm

Lush Courtyard

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: beautifully preserved 1850 Victorian Mansion and chapel • exchange vows in an intimate courtyard surrounded by lush landscape • the interior impresses with antique furnishings and charming period décor

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Marché

New Orleans, LA

Venue Superpowers

All-Inclusive 

Fantastic Location 

Rehearsal Dinner Options 
Fab Features: situated on the edge of the historic French Market in Dutch Alley • large windows bring the outdoors in and you can watch the iconic steamboats float by as you prepare to Second Line • enjoy delectable Creole Cuisine in-house 

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Antoine's Restaurant

New Orleans, LA

Venue Superpowers:

Iconic Restaurant

Opulent Décor

World-Class Cuisine

Fab Features: stylish private dining rooms accommodate events of all sizes • grand celebrations in the opulent, gold-accented Rex Room or the breezy Main Dining Room, which is outfitted with soft neutral tones and large windows framing views of St Louis Street • iconic restaurant boasting fabulous New Orleans cuisine

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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SOUTH LOUISIANA



The River Terrace

Baton Rouge, LA

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Views

Muesum

Outdoor Reception Options

Fab Features: located at The Shaw Center for the Arts in Baton Rouge • exchange vows on the rooftop patio with the Mississippi River in the background • choose between DIY or all-inclusive experience

Catering: In-house, Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Ponchatoula 22 Estates

Ponchatoula, LA

Venue Superpowers:

Waterfront Ceremonies

Romantic Elopements

Overnight Accommodations

Fab Features: a magnificent estate and ideal getaway tucked away in Ponchatoula • say "I do" with the glittering water views as your backdrop • celebrate with your loved ones in the alluring French Chateau style mansion

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Rip Van Winkle Gardens

New Iberia, LA

Venue Superpowers

Small Wedding Options

On-Site Accommodations 

Mansion

Fab Features: beautiful island idyll lush with 350-year-old oaks, semi-tropical gardens, and over 260 species of birds • the charming 1870 Victorian mansion, built by famed actor James Jefferson, is furnished with period paintings and rare heirlooms • say "I do" in the gardens, then celebrate beneath a breezy tent or inside the Orangerie

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