17 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.

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Tivoli Villa

Fallbrook, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Private Estate

Experienced Venue Management Team

Euro Vibes

Fab Features: beautiful estate perched atop edible olive & herb groves, with manicured gardens and stunning mountain views • handcrafted custom wedding packages offer fun extras like lawn games and lounge furniture • you'll be the only wedding on site, meaning you'll have the whole secluded spot to yourself

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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River Garden

Vista, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Backyard Vibes

Conservatory Atrium

DIY-Friendly

Fab Features: dreamy indoor/outdoor gated hideaway filled with lush gardens, waterfalls, mature trees, and water features • al fresco ceremonies under the expansive Pavilion Lawn or in the lovely Conservatory garden atrium • flexible open vendor policy and generous 12-hour rental time

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Estancia La Jolla Hotel and Spa

La Jolla, California

Venue Superpowers:

AAA 4-Diamond Resort

All-Inclusive

Gorgeous Garden Courtyard

Fab Features: fabulous resort encompassing 10 acres of romantic gardens minutes from the beach on the La Jolla cliffs • a sweeping staircase leads to the Garden Courtyard, a manicured lawn bordered with native foliage and magnolia trees • sumptuous event details and indulgent on-site amenities (like the full-service spa!) create an elevated resort experience

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Green Gables Wedding Estate

San Marcos, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Hilltop Estate

Tented Pavilion

Manicured Gardens

Fab Features: hilltop garden estate perched atop edible olive & herb groves • enchanting outdoor ceremony sites among the manicured gardens, ivy-covered arbors, fountains, and statuary • receptions beneath a chiffon-draped tented pavilion and thousands of bright twinkling lights

Catering: In-house, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Canopy Grove by Wedgewood Weddings

Escondido, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Modern Barn

Landscaped Grounds

Expert Planners

More Fab Features: purpose-built venue set amidst the rolling hills and citrus groves of Inland North County • celebrate in the luxury barn, which is outfitted with vaulted ceilings, polished concrete dance floor and a snazzy built-in bar • Wedgewood Wedding experts will help you build your own customized package

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Japanese Friendship Garden

San Diego, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Balboa Park Location

Authentic Japanese Gardens

Private Get-Ready Room

Fab Features: tucked away in historic Balboa Park, the garden’s lush trees and tall bamboo provide a uniquely intimate event space • authentic Japanese garden features include koi ponds, waterfalls, bonsai, cherry trees, and wisteria arbors • can accommodate everything from minimonies to grand celebrations in a variety of indoor and outdoor event spaces

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Los Willows Wedding Estate

Fallbrook, California

Venue Superpowers:

Private Estate

All-Inclusive Amenities

Garden Oasis

Fab Features: luxurious private canyon estate • exchange vows in a beautifully lit, treelined meadow, on a terrace facing the lake, or at a lakeside garden gazebo • upscale amenities like a full-service salon, gourmet cuisine, deluxe accommodations, and superb service—all for a surprisingly reasonable price tag

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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The Ranch at Bandy Canyon

Escondido, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Lodge & Patio

Late Night

Destination Weddings

Fab Features: rustic-chic destination venue set on 144 secluded acres in the mountain-ringed San Pasqual Valley • celebrate al fresco, or in a historic, tile-accented lodge with an outdoor patio and fireplace • 15 cozy cabins and cool Canyon Sky Domes offer plenty of sweet accommodations for your guests

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Circle Oak Ranch

Fallbrook, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Picturesque Ranch

All-Inclusive

Al Fresco Receptions

Fab Features: 13-acre ranch abounding with picturesque sprawling meadows • all-inclusive packages cover everything from catering and open bar to DJ services and coordination • exchange vows under the 500-year-old oak tree then host an al-fresco reception under the stars in the Spanish Courtyard or on the terrace beneath market

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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Ethereal Gardens

Escondido, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Rustic Reception Barn

Edible Gardens

Experienced Venue Management Team

Fab Features: "out of the box" vintage venue on 40 lush acres • exchange vows under a forged bent iron pergola in an open-air setting with climbing vines • al fresco celebrations surrounded by old-growth orchards and 100 acres of organic herb and vegetable farms

Catering: In-house, Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina

San Diego, California

Venue Superpowers:

Seaside Luxury

Marina Views

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: this lovely hotel blends the refreshing ambiance of a seaside refuge with the deluxe amenities of the finest resort luxury resort • stunning Harbor Island views encompassing the marina, waterway, and twinkling lights of the city • ceremonies in a lush garden courtyard or even aboard a yacht

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Park Hyatt Aviara Resort

Carlsbad, CA

Venue Superpowers:

Luxury Resort

Sunset Terrace

All-Inclusive
 

Fab Features: 200 lush acres of outdoor event space with resort accommodations • exchange vows in the palm-lined gardens • host your romantic sunset celebration in the pavilion or a sophisticated ballroom soirée

Catering: In-house, Preferred list
Price: $$$
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Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

San Diego, CA

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Lush Euro-Inspired Gardens

Cultural Weddings Welcome

Fab Features: award-winning coastal retreat set atop the bluffs of La Jolla, with sweeping ocean views • ceremonies in the French-inspired Parterre Gardens overlook the legendary Torrey Pines Golf Course golf course and the Pacific beyond • mingle with hors d'oeuvres on a breezy terrace as the sun sets over the sea, then dine & dance in one of the versatile ballrooms

Catering: In-house, Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Rancho Guejito Weddings

Escondido, CA

Venue Superpowers:

"Old California" Ranch

Farmhouse-Turned-Tasting Room

Historic Vineyards

Fab Features: incredible 1845 ranch with remarkable Old West history • the exquisite historic farmhouse-turned-tasting room serves as a unique backdrop for romantic al fresco celebrations • 23,000-acre estate is surrounded by lush vineyards, citrus orchards, avocado groves, and velvety green lawns

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Paradise Point - San Diego's Wedding Island

San Diego, California

Venue Superpowers:

Tropical Getaway

Multiple Event Spaces

Destination Weddings

Fab Features: 44-acre island overlooking sparkling Mission Bay • the property is made up of impeccably-designed ballrooms, verdant gardens, soothing lagoons, bayfront lawns, and sandy beaches • indulge in a bachelorette paddleboard or surf lesson party, cruise the bay on a sunset sail, or gather for s’mores at a bridal party bonfire

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Shadowridge Golf Club

Vista, California

Venue Superpowers:

Landscaped Gardens

Natural Light

Mediterranean Clubhouse

Fab Features: modern, Mediterranean-style country club and golf course • events begin with hilltop ceremonies nestled in an intimate garden, followed by receptions in the light-filled ballroom overlooking verdant fairways and hills through wraparound windows

Catering: In-house
Price: $
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Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens

Fallbrook, California

Venue Superpowers:

Picturesque Gardens

Heart-Shaped Lake

Gourmet Cuisine

Fab Features: sophisticated and secluded garden estate • the picturesque grounds are made up of tropical gardens, several waterfalls, and a heart-shaped lake • dine and dance the night away under the stars or beneath the elegant open-air pavilion

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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FEATURED SAN DIEGO AFFORDABLE OUTDOOR WEDDING VENUES

Whether your wedding is an intimate gathering or an elaborate affair, there's a Park in San Diego that can play host to your special occasion. Tour their unique event spaces to find the perfect location. Here's what awaits you:

 

• A country meadow that features an ancient wedding tree

• A Victorian garden beside a historic ranch house

• A hidden bluff surrounded by trees and flowering shrubs

• Gazebos nestled in secluded locations for a romantic and private exchange of vows

• Several indoor locations including a vintage temple, a spacious lakeside reception hall, and a restored ranger abode

• Dozens of customizable spaces; they provide a blank canvas & you bring the creativity

 

No matter the season, they're happy to assist you in booking the wedding of your dreams!




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