9 Wedding Venues With Views of The Potomac

From tranquil waterfront farms to elegant penthouses with panoramic views, you're sure to find your dream wedding venue along the Potomac River. So whether you want to go full-on glam at an elegant penthouse or keep it casual with a natural outdoor ceremony, check out our picks for some of the best locations to tie the knot with views of the Potomac.


Top of the Town

Arlington, Virginia

Fab Features: elegant penthouse with glittering chandeliers, a marble foyer, and a high-tech sound system • open-air terrace • panoramic views of DC monuments from floor-to-ceiling windows

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Hyatt Place National Harbor

Oxon Hill, MD

Fab Features: stylish, contemporary hotel set right along the Potomac River, with prime access to the area's top attractionsthe two modern, light-filled event rooms boast floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the river, flexible layouts, and a neutral color palette of cream and sea tones • spacious, sophisticated guest rooms offer views of the bustling waterfront

Catering: In-house
Price: $$
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The Woodlands at Algonkian

Sterling, Virginia

Fab Features: an elegant event space in the picturesque forests of Algonkian Regional Park • tie the knot outdoors underneath a warm wooden archway surrounded by tall trees and lush greenery • accommodate your guests in the well-appointed cottages along the Potomac River

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Woodlawn Farm

Ridge, MD

Fab Features: tranquil, centuries-old property along the Potomac River highlighted by the historic Manor House • exchange vows on the expansive lawn beneath old-growth boxwood trees, then celebrate in the large barn with its wraparound shaded deck • stay for the weekend in a cozy suite at the Manor House, Inn, or one of the Creekside

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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The Wedding Niche

Knoxville, MD

Fab Features: specializing in adventurous, off-the-beaten-path elopements • custom packages include complete planning services and just about anything else you can dream up, from drone photography to hair & makeup • hike the Appalachian Trail to a dreamy vista, or exchange vows under a canopy of trees on the 5-acre property

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Le Méridien Arlington

Arlington, VA

Fab Features: a chic property nestled at the edge of The Potomac and just minutes from D.C. attractions • host your ceremony in the sleek Vivaci Ballroom or Amuse Restaurant that feature understated, modern décor • dance the night away on the outdoor Terrace that offers spectacular views of the Key Bridge and Georgetown’s lights glittering across the river

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Lansdowne Resort

Leesburg, VA

Fab Features: luxurious resort in the heart of Virginia's Wine Country • the Bridal Terrace is bordered by trees and manicured flowers which frame a stunning view of the gorgeous river valley • celebrate in the light-flooded Terrace Ballroom, the rustic-chic Clubhouse Ballroom, or the relaxed, al fresco Pavilion

Catering: In-house, Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$
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The Osprey's at Belmont Bay

Woodbridge, Virginia

Fab Features: the riverfront clubhouse boasts a contemporary ballroom with a hardwood floor, a built-in bar, an inviting fireplace, and chandeliers that mimic natural candlelight • a flagstone pathway leads to a wooden pergola perched at the water’s edge • flexible packages can accommodate everything from intimate gatherings to elaborate celebrations

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Swan Point Yacht & Country Club

Issue, MD

Fab Features: a charming event venue with beautiful natural elegance • delight in stunning river views from the banks of the Potomac • exchange vows at the Creekside ceremony site with your reception to follow at the gorgeous clubhouse surrounded by magnolia trees and vibrant flowers

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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