California Wedding Venues Recommendations
California has so many unique wedding venues—and we have plenty of recommendations, depending on what you are looking for. Outdoor? Mansion? Garden? We share our faves here.
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We've Got You Covered: 14 All-Inclusive Orange County Wedding Venues
If you're short on time, short on funds, or you just want to be able to relax and enjoy your own event, then consider a wedding venue that offers all-inclusive packages. The following places do their best to take the stress out of planning your big day.
Sun, Sand, and Scenic Beauty: 3 Captivating Laguna Beach Wedding Venues
Perfectly situated between miles of sandy shoreline and picturesque hills, Laguna Beach offers plenty of scenic beauty. Pay a visit to this quaint town, and you'll also discover an interesting mix of wedding venues! Among its historic inns, waterfront hotels, restaurants, and exciting galleries, you're sure to find the right spot for your celebration—and you and your guests will enjoy staying a while to explore the area.
3 Idyllic Huntington Beach Wedding Venues
Ten miles of uninterrupted coastline, beautiful sandy beaches, an iconic pier, and epic surf breaks are only part of the draw of Huntington Beach. Add in golf clubs, waterfront hotels, and an easy, laid-back vibe and you've got a winning place for a SoCal wedding getaway.
The OC is Affordable!: 15 Budget-Friendly Orange County Wedding Venues
Orange County may have recently acquired a reputation for being high-end (thanks a lot, reality TV!), but don't fret—the region still has plenty of affordable wedding venues. Check out this list for proof that your budget and a beautiful wedding can harmoniously co-exist in The OC.
City By The Bay: 17 San Francisco Wedding Venues with Stunning Views
San Francisco is one of the world's most beautiful and romantic cities. Instantly identifiable by its distinctive skyline (who doesn't recognize the Transamerica Pyramid?!), iconic bridges, sparkling bay, and famous fog, it's a mecca for travelers from all over the globe. Not surprisingly, it's also a top destination for wedding couples, as it offers numerous venues with spectacular settings and breathtaking views.
Celebrating Al Fresco: 16 Outdoor Wedding Venues In and Around Sacramento
Whether you want to get married in the secluded wilderness or a hidden urban garden, you'll find these outdoor wedding options and more in and around Sacramento Gold Country. Wineries, flower-adorned inns, tranquil courtyards, elegant estates—they're all here and within an easy drive of the Sacramento airport and the Greater Bay Area.
Something For Everyone: 19 of Sacramento's Best Wedding Venues
Sacramento's got everything an engaged couple could want when in comes to variety—its rich history, modern urban center, and diverse surrounding geography mean a bountiful selection of venues ranging from cosmopolitan hotels to pastoral rural vineyards. Here's a sampling of a just few of our favorites.
California Capitol Gold: 7 Historic Sacramento Wedding Venues
It's hard to top Sacramento's rich and fascinating history—this is Gold Rush country, after all! Plus, it's one of the first areas settled in the state, and the longtime center of California's storied government. That means historic sites galore, from an opulent Victorian estate to a quaint vintage church.
Celebrating Al Fresco in Orange County: 13 Cool Places for an Outdoor Wedding
Blessed with fabulous weather, proximity to the coast, cool ocean breezes, and an abundance of large estates with gorgeous grounds, Orange County is a natural for outdoor weddings. So whether you want to celebrate right on the beach, up in the hills, or even in the middle of the water, here are some great venues to check out.
14 Irresistible San Diego Garden Wedding Venues
The romance of a garden wedding is something that appeals to everyone. Who isn't captivated by a gorgeous landscape with flowers, trees, fountains, manicured lawns, and meandering paths? You'll find all of those things and more among the garden wedding venues in the greater San Diego Area. Here are a handful that are well worth checking out.
Continue your search for the perfect outdoor venue with our list of the Best Outdoor Venues in San Diego.
Affordable Santa Barbara Weddings: 13 Cool Venues That Are Easy On Your Budget
Bounded by white sandy beaches and forested mountains, Santa Barbara has a temperate climate, tons of historic charm, and a vibrant culinary and arts scene. All this makes it among the most desirable (read: pricey) places to live—and to wed. But if your wedding budget is less than celebrity-size, don't despair! Here are 6 places where you can celebrate without breaking the bank (especially if you're willing to be a little flexible on the day of the week and the season).
17 Outstanding Outdoor San Diego Wedding Venues
San Diego is one of the top wedding destinations in the entire country. Its incredible weather, beaches, ocean vistas, and lush gardens make it hard to resist, especially for an al fresco celebration.
Happiness Is Calling! 17 Affordable San Diego Wedding Venues
Hoping to find an affordable San Diego Area wedding venue? Don't despair! From resorts and hotels to a historic ranch and county park, here's a selection of places that won't break the bank.
5 Great Places for Your San Francisco Rehearsal Dinner
San Francisco is a veritable smorgasbord of world-class cuisine, encompassing virtually every culture, culinary delight, and price point. But a rehearsal dinner is no mere meal—it's the introduction to your all-important wedding festivities. So we've put together a list of dining options with a combination of great food, cool style, and pretty fabulous views that will inspire you to make reservations.
17 Best San Diego Wedding Venues
Planning a San Diego wedding? From La Jolla and Del Mar to Coronado and North County, these standout venues span beach, garden, luxury resort, and all-inclusive options—with photos, capacities, and price ranges so you can zero in on your perfect spot, fast.
24 Woodsy Wedding Venues in Northern California
If you want nature, in the form of glorious trees, to play a role in your wedding, these venues could be just what you're looking for. From a cathedral in the forest created by a grove of redwoods to a canopy of spreading oaks aglow with bistro lights at night, they'll all add a woodsy beauty to your celebration.
27 Woodsy Wedding Venues in Southern California
Whether it's a single spreading oak, a dappled forest, or a majestic grove of redwoods, trees impart an irresistible beauty to a wedding. All of the Southern California venues we've highlighted below showcase Mother Nature's arborial handiwork, and any one of them might have just the outdoor setting you're looking for.
Leave Your Heart In San Francisco: 16 Unique SF Wedding Venues You'll Love
San Francisco is famous for many things: iconic bay views, great parks, and more incredible restaurants per capita than just about anywhere else in the country to name a few. But it's also a prime destination for weddings, thanks to a wealth of unique venues.
BIG DREAMS, small budget: 24 Affordable Bay Area Wedding Venues
Hoping to find an affordable Bay Area wedding venue? Don't despair! From historic mansions to enchanting redwood groves and everything in between, here's a selection of places that won't break the bank.
San Francisco Treasures: 6 Historic and Dazzling Ballroom Settings
The California Gold Rush brought people—and fortunes—west. Newly minted tycoons and industrialists flocked to San Francisco, anxious to show off their wealth, and by the turn of the century the city became known for its exuberant, extravagant architecture. Luckily, SF is still a treasure trove of these historic landmarks, hotels, and mansions—all of which offer spectacular ballroom settings for your wedding.
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