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.
(If you can’t get enough, see detailed info for all the California wedding venues on our site.)
Favorite 11 Northern California Wedding Venues | OG edition
These Northern California venues have been our steadfast partners in the wedding industry for over two decades. Through thick and thin, they’ve remained our true OGs, our original BFFs, and have been providing Here Comes The Guide couples with exceptional wedding experiences. We’re eternally grateful for their unwavering loyalty, and we're so proud to have stood by them all these years. Even after all this time, we'd say "I do" to them all over again if we could!
12 All-Inclusive Monterey Wedding Venues
One way to have a stress-free wedding is to go the "all-inclusive" route, and let your venue take care of most, if not all, the details for you. With its dramatic coastline, lush forests, and charming towns, Monterey offers a truly unforgettable setting for your wedding. The All-inclusive venues in this NorCal Coastal paradise take the hassle out of planning, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: celebrating your love with friends and family. Discover the magic of Monterey and Carmel with this guide to the most enchanting all-inclusive wedding venues.
Keep It Cozy: 9 Northern Sierras and Lake Tahoe Venues Perfect for a Small Wedding or Elopement
Planning a small wedding doesn't mean you can't make a big impression. Whether you're next to the water or above the treetops, these Lake Tahoe & Northern Sierra venues provide a gorgeous setting for your intimate celebration. Many offer elopement packages, too!
3 East Bay Wedding Venues with On-Site Lodging
Looking for an East Bay wedding venue with on-site accommodations? We’ve got you covered! These hotels not only provide great amenities for your guests, but they also serve as a convenient home base for sightseeing in San Francisco, wine tasting in Napa/Sonoma, and exploring everything else the Bay Area has to offer.
Big Day Savings: 8 Affordable Lake Tahoe Wedding Venues (Northern Sierras, too!)
Looking for the perfect Lake Tahoe wedding venue that won’t break the bank? Well look no further! From a rustic ranch in the Northern Sierras to a 12th-floor wedding chapel in the mountains to a beachfront terrace right on the lake --here’s a fab selection of places in and around the Lake Tahoe area that can help you stay on budget.
6 Cool Palm Springs Venues for a Guys Weekend Getaway
Planning a weekend getaway in Palm Springs with the just the guys? Whether it’s for a Bachelor Party, some serious outdoor fun, or just chillin' with your best dudes by the pool, we've got you covered. Some of our fave Palm Springs and Coachella Valley wedding venues have cool guy-friendly perks not to be missed!
Planning a small wedding? 7 Orange County venues that are perfect for an intimate gathering.
Think a small wedding can't be just as much fun as a large one? Think again! Small weddings can be a blast, and whether you want to celebrate at a chic hotel, in a private garden, next to the ocean—or even on it, Orange County offers an interesting mix of wedding venues for your intimate event.
21 All-Inclusive Bay Area Wedding Venues
Reduce the stress of planning your Bay Area wedding by hosting it at one of these all-inclusive venues. Many of them have stunning views (think vineyard, cityscape, and the ocean), PLUS they all offer full-service packages so you can hit the easy button when it comes to preparing for your big day.
Beautiful & Budget-Friendly Wedding Venues: 13 Affordable Bay Area Golf Clubs
With panoramic views of verdant fairways, picturesque hillsides, and glittering city lights, golf and country clubs are among the most popular wedding venues in the Bay Area—especially for couples without a lavish budget. From Napa to Santa Cruz to the East Bay, here are some scenic places where you can tie the knot without breaking the bank.
7 Fantastic Monterey Bay Wedding Venues with Ocean Views
Who doesn't love an ocean view wedding venue? These dreamy wedding spots capture photo-worthy panoramas of the blue Pacific as part of your special day.
Toes in the Sand! 5 Beach Wedding Venues on the Monterey Bay
Fantasizing about a genuine, toes-in-the-sand beach wedding experience along the scenic Monterey Bay? These venues could turn your vision board into a reality!
5 Affordable Pasadena Wedding Venues
Hoping to find an affordable wedding venue in Pasadena? You're in luck! With its rich architectural history, lovely gardens and cool style, Pasadena is home to quite a few places that will work with your budget. Here are a handful of our favorites...
6 All-Inclusive Santa Cruz Wedding Venues For A Stress-Free Event!
Not interested in too much DIY? Then pick a place that handles some of the main elements for you. These all-inclusive Santa Cruz area wedding venues not only help you press the easy button, they also welcome your personal touches and will make sure your celebration reflects your style and story.
9 Affordable Santa Cruz, CA Wedding Venues
With its small-town charm and laid-back sophistication, Santa Cruz, CA has become a sought-after wedding destination.
6 Delightful Downtown Sacramento Wedding Venues
Sacramento has been California's capitol since 1854, and its vibrant downtown area is home to some fantastic wedding venues where they take care of most of the details for you. From a historic 1890s mansion and turn-of-the century ballrooms to a waterfront riverboat and luxury hotel with a rooftop terrace, the city boasts a range of unique event spaces.
10 of the Most Captivating Winery Wedding Venues in Livermore and Pleasanton
The Tri-Valley is brimming with options for a wedding—or a weekend escape. You’ll love its Mediterranean climate (think sunshine most of the year) and celebrated wineries, as beloved for weddings as they are for their vintages. From Livermore and Pleasanton to the rolling hills of Sunol, you’ll find gorgeous settings, historic landmarks, sweeping vineyards, and venues for every style—all just 30 miles east of San Francisco. Here are some of the region’s most captivating winery wedding venues.
8 Great Los Angeles Wedding Venues for an Intimate Celebration
An intimate wedding can be just as fun and beautiful as a larger celebration—especially in and around Los Angeles. The City of Angels has plenty of wedding venues that are perfect for a smaller gathering and have something special to offer.
Big Day Savings: 5 Affordable Ventura County Wedding Venues
Ventura County embraces the best of the California lifestyle. It's a diverse destination that offers a choice of wedding venues that are much more affordable than their pricier neighbors (we're looking at you, Malibu and Santa Barbara!) to the North and South.
The Sky's The Limit! 5 Los Angeles Rooftop Wedding Venues
For spectacular views of Los Angeles' skyline and sunsets, rooftop wedding venues cannot be beat. From a 7th-floor penthouse to a 73rd-floor open-air Sky Deck, The City of Angels offers unique places that will take your celebration to a higher level—literally.
10 All-Inclusive Wedding Venues Near Riverside, CA
Let's get real: How much DIY do you actually want to do? If your answer is "not that much", consider a place that takes care of the details for you. As you check out this selection of all-inclusive wedding venues in Riverside County California, you'll discover that you don't have to sacrifice personal touches—in fact, these venues offer flexible and comprehensive event packages that make sure your celebration reflects your style and love story.
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