No Passport Required: 43 Top Destination Wedding Venues in the U.S.A.

Location: At the base of the Golden Gate Bridge on 75,000 acres of sunny national parkland.

Style: At this award-winning, restored Colonial Revival complex, you can exchange vows beneath towering eucalyptus trees with a stunning backdrop of the Bay and city skyline, followed by receptions that flow between an inviting terrace and its adjacent ballroom.

Accommodations: 142 rooms and suites split between Historic and Contemporary types.

Location: Set on a serene ridge overlooking Napa Valley.

Style: Historic restaurant/barn and grand 1867 Victorian on 12 scenic acres dotted with walnut, redwood, oak, fir, and fig trees, and offering amenities like a swimming pool and gym.

Accommodations: 14 chic cabins and Victorian houses.

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

Location: Set on 63 secluded hilltop acres just above Temecula.

Style: This luxe, sun-soaked Mediterranean-style resort boasts breathtaking views of the surrounding vineyards and Palomar Mountains from each of their al fresco venues, from the rose arbor to the lush vintner’s garden to the “sunken” courtyard, and a spectacular Grand Ballroom outfitted with a soaring, open-beamed ceiling and French doors that swing out to reveal a bougainvillea-draped patio.

Accommodations: 132 luxurious guest rooms and private villas.

Location: Set in a picturesque corner of the Napa Valley

Fab Features: gracious historic estate that blends Southern hospitality and California charm • romantic 19th-century mansion encircled by lush, blooming gardens and grassy oak-lined paths • ceremonies next to the vines, followed by cocktails on the Fairway Deck, a hardwood terrace shaded by a white canopy tent

Accommodations: Plenty of options for guests ranging from hotel-style rooms to family-size, cozy cottages.

Location: Nestled on an expansive beachfront property in Huntington.

Style: Relaxed, full-service resort presents an alluring choices of indoor and outdoor venues, from al fresco ceremonies with sweeping Pacific vistas to luxe reception ballrooms with classic columns and hand-blown glass chandeliers.

Accommodations: 517 spacious guest rooms and 57 plush suites.

Location: An hour south of Denver at the eastern foot of the Rocky Mountains.

Style: Extraordinary resort with window-lined ballrooms overlooking the majestic Rocky Mountains, Pikes Peak, and the iconic red rock formations of Garden of the Gods.

Accommodations: 56 club guest rooms and suites with striking views.

Location: An exquisite riverfront property 35 miles west of Denver.

Style: This Rockies hideaway boasts incredible mountain vistas and streamside paths, with multiple venue options for al fresco events, from the Shaker, an open-air platform tented with sailcloth, to the Highbanker Beach, a creekside lounge area perfect for cocktails and bonfires.

Accommodations: In addition to the cozy Claim Jumper Cabin (a perfect honeymoon suite), is the nearby Water & Stone Retreat, with 12 luxury stone riverfront cabins to host 30–50 guests.

Location: Across the street from Lafayette Square overlooking the White House.

Style: Historic home-turned-iconic hotel designed with period ceilings, working fireplaces, and warm wood tones and featuring panoramic rooftop views.

Accommodations: Luxurious 5-star accommodations with elegant furnishings.

Location: First of the fabulous Florida Key islands.

Style: A palm-lined drive leads to a tropical oasis boasting a secluded beach with white sand and sweeping ocean views, a lush tropical forest, and a luxe beach house.

Accommodations: Exclusive rental of Hidden Beach includes a beach house and guest house, with accommodations for 20–24.

Location: On the shores of St. Pete Beach, 30 miles west of Tampa.

Style: Glamorous Spanish-style treasure offering everything from beachside ceremonies to opulent oceanview ballrooms and terraces—plus Spa Oceana.
Accommodations: 277 guest rooms and suites.

Location: In the rolling hills of Lake County, just 30 minutes from Universal Studios and Walt Disney World.

Style: Tuscan-inspired event space with a grand ballroom, rustic cellar, and expansive Grand Lawn that overlooks Lake Siena... plus on-site restaurants, a championship golf course, and a full-service spa.

Accommodations: Beautifully equipped suites.

Location: on 3,000 lush acres near Adairsville, north of Atlanta

Style: Exquisite 1840s estate-turned-luxury resort offering al fresco celebrations among the manicured gardens or amid the 19th-century Manor House Ruins, and elegant indoor events in a charming alpine chapel or the fireplace-accented Georgian Hall.

Accommodations: 140 rooms and suites in the Inn and cottages.

Location: An hour north of Atlanta

Style: A unique, industrial-farmhouse-style event barn with a light-filled interior designed with a vaulted, exposed-beam ceiling and walls of windows on three sides that showcase the gorgeous surrounding scenery.

Accommodations: on-site cottages and nearby VRBO's.

Location: Remarkable private estate offers a secluded oasis just outside Hau’ula

Style: Beautiful estate set on lush tropical gardens with lush lawns that can comfortably allow for celebrations of all sizes, and their expert staff offers a wide range of services—from preferred vendors to lodging & transportation—to customize and curate your extraordinary event.

Accommodations: The on-site villa can house up to 35 guests.

Location: Nestled in a cove on the sunny (and dry!) Western side of the Big Island.

Style: Gorgeous toes-in-the-sand ceremonies are held on Coconut Grove under graceful palms or on the velvety oceanfront lawn at Turtle Pointe, followed by one-of-a-kind receptions lit with tiki torches and featuring delectable, innovative menus sourced from locally grown produce and sustainable seafood from nearby waters.

Accommodations: 540 guest rooms and suites with garden or ocean views.

Location: Set on Oahu’s beautiful North Shore.

Style: This exclusive oceanfront polo field offers spectacular backdrops for your celebration, ranging from the pristine ocean, lapping on the white sand shores, to a panorama of the majestic Waianae mountain range.

Accommodations: A handful of charming resorts and vacation rentals within a 10-minute drive.

Location: On the outskirts of He'eia State Park on Oahu, minutes from Honolulu.

Style: Lush, tropical garden setting with an open-air chapel and stunning views of the Ko'olau Mountains.

Accommodations: A variety of hotels and resorts in nearby Honolulu.

Location: Nestled on 1,500 lush acres along the Mississippi River just 30 minutes from Downtown New Orleans.

Style: This picturesque, countryside venue boasts open space, beautiful vistas, and total privacy, with ceremonies set on a swath of lawn against a backdrop of oak trees followed by cocktails and a reception in the climate-controlled Pavilion or the Stable.

Accommodations: 6-bedroom Mansion and honeymoon cottage, plus glamping cabins and lodges along the property's Stella Lake.

Location: Right in the heart of the French Quarter.

Style: Beautifully restored historic home with elegant indoor event spaces, a Parterre Garden, and a lovely courtyard strung with market lights that's perfect for intimate celebrations.

Accommodations: A myriad of luxury hotels and cozy vacation rentals steps away.

Location: Tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Style: Exchange vows in a natural woodland “cathedral” surrounded by towering pines, followed by cocktails served from a charming tipi and a delightful tented reception in the heart of the woods.

Accommodations: 14 tiny home-inspired cabins, each sleeping 2–4 people.

Location: 40 miles north of Boston.

Style: Romantic 1929 Art Deco, blufftop mansion that specializes in intimate events ranging from 30-50 guests with a variety of indoor and outdoor event venues that offer fantastic ocean views.
Accommodations: 26 guest suites total: 9 suites Oceanfront in our main Yankee Clipper building, 10 suites Oceanfront in our Quarterdeck House, and 7 suites across the street from the main building in our Historic Bulfinch House.

Location: Nestled in Sussex County of Northern New Jersey and a 1-hour getaway from NYC

Style: Mountain beauty meets warm sophistication at this resort, which boasts a luxury lodge, chic hotel, two country clubs, and plenty of indoor and outdoor wedding venues from refined ballrooms to lush gardens to shabby-chic wood pavilions.
Accommodations: 250 guest rooms and suites in the Grand Cascades Lodge, plus 3 additional unique hotels

Location: Nestled between Manhattan and Philadelphia on 15 verdant acres

Style: Spectacular manor designed after a classic French countryside estate with a private chapel, manicured gardens, and an opulent 17th-century-inspired ballroom.

Accommodations: luxurious guest rooms at the oh-so-chic Chateau Grand Hotel

Location: Set at 9,300 feet in the stunning Sangre De Cristo range of the Rocky Mountains.

Style: Host an intimate mountaintop ceremony or a spectacular alpine affair surrounded by friends & family with a breathtaking backdrop of snowy peaks, or embraced by the lush greenery of summertime in the mountains.

Accommodations: Choose from 3 premier slopeside lodging options that offer world-class amenities with fabulous Southwestern-inspired interiors.

Location: At the edge of Big Indian Wilderness in the Catskills, about 2.5 hours from NYC.

Style: This turn-of-the-century retreat, set on 100 idyllic acres of forest, streams, meadows, and fields, specializes in weekend weddings, with versatile event spaces, style, and catering options, ranging from down-home country barbecues to formal gourmet dinners.

Accommodations: A full spectrum of on-site lodging include B&B-style guest rooms, deluxe suites, luxury cottages, and glamping tents.

Location: Lower Manhattan at the southern corner of Central Park.

Style: World-famous hotel known for its legendary opulence and glamour, with stunning details like Art Deco crystal chandeliers that replicate those found at the Palace of Versailles.

Accommodations: Ultra-luxurious legacy penthouse suites, and elegant guest rooms and multi-room suites.

Locations: Idyllic retreat just 2 hours outside of NYC

Fab Features: private 172-acre natural reserve surrounded by lush forest • exchange vows next to a serene creek or nestled in the woods • rustic-chic celebrations in the barn with the expansive deck overlooking a tranquil pond

Accommodations: The spacious farmhouse accommodates up to 20 guests with potential arrangements for larger groups.

Location: nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains overlooking Lake Glenville

Style: This rustic farmstead getaway offers picture-perfect event spaces, including a hilltop pergola and the Chimney Pond Meadow, surrounded by neat rows of Christmas trees, and a stylishly rustic reception barn highlighted by Tuscan lights and globe chandeliers.

Accommodations: The on-site Farmhouse sleeps 16–20 adults, and the nearby village of Cashiers offers hotels, B&Bs, and other lodging options.

Location: In the Blue Ridge Mountains a little over an hour from Asheville.

Style: Striking 10,000-square-foot Scottish-inspired castle with three sprawling floors, multiple terraces and balconies, and an iconic tower, surrounded by verdant lawns and mountain vistas.

Accommodations: 33 vacation rental homes and condos five minutes away at Bear Lake Reserve, including one luxurious rental reserved exclusively for Castle Ladyhawke guests.

Location: 2 hours north of Asheville in the charming town of Highlands.

Style: European-style resort with multiple dreamy event venues, including an all-white wedding garden, an apple orchard, a rustic trout pond with fountain and bridal bridge, and the Orchard House, which boasts soaring pine wood ceilings and massive glass doors that open to lush English-style gardens.

Accommodations: Historic inn with 93 plush guest rooms and suites, along with stand-alone lodges, cottages, and estate homes—all less than 10 minutes from the event venue.

Location: South of the Great Smoky Mountains and Nantahala National Forest.

Style: Serene, private village situated on 54 acres, with romantic ceremonies in an arbor or a garden, on a covered bridge, beside a creek, or in an open-air pavilion.

Accommodations: Lodging for 90 between the main house, studio, and cottages.

Location: Between Gold Beach and Brookings on a 60-foot bluff overlooking the Pacific.

Style: Wed on one of three private beaches at this peaceful, secluded resort, which boasts on-site vacation homes with splendid ocean vistas, hot tubs, private decks, and beach access.

Accommodations: Charming on-site vacation homes can accommodate up to 45 guests

Location: Situated on the scenic Powell Buttes just outside of Bend

Style: Award-winning resort set on 1,800 acres that seamlessly blends rustic-chic elements with high desert style, picturesque landscapes and vistas, luxurious amenities, and fabulous year-round activities.

Accommodations: choose from the Ranch House suites and guestrooms to family (and dog!) friendly cabins.

Location: set in an alpine tree-lined canyon among the magnificent Siskiyoun Mountains.

Style: After saying "I do" on a spacious lawn, backed by a sparkling waterfall, toast with your loved ones on the al fresco dining deck, or in one of the rustic-chic event spaces.

Accommodations: 19 rooms, some of which include jacuzzi tubs, fireplaces, and patios!

Location: Situated on over 135 acres of the lushly wooded Pocono Mountains.

Style: Serene, all-inclusive Inn and Clubhouse nestled on the banks of a private lake, offering exquisite al fresco events on the rolling lawns, romantic receptions in the sun-drenched dining rooms, and delectable menus highlighted by locally sourced specialties.

Accommodations: 58 pristine guest rooms and suites in the Lodge are joined by multiple spacious rental homes with four to six bedrooms each. Most have the option of an included meal plan.

Location: Just a short drive from historic Charleston.

Style: Luxurious resort with versatile event spaces that cover everything from casual beachfront celebrations to elegant and formal receptions.

Accommodations: On-site rooms and suites, private condos, and beach house rentals.

Location: Gorgeous resort on 2,000 acres (including 3 acres of private beaches!)

Style: This relaxed, welcoming resort boasts a dazzling array of event spaces, from rustic, toes-in-the-sand ceremony spots to lavish ballrooms. We're particularly fond of the Shelter Cove Harbor Pavilion, with its unique peaked roof and breathtaking view of the Intracoastal Waterway.

Accommodations: Diverse lodging options for all your guests, including villas and multi-bedroom vacation homes.

Location: An hour east of Nashville in the Upper Cumberland Mountains.

Style: Luxurious lodge and resort boasting a sprawling mountaintop lawn with jaw-dropping views of Center Lake, a spacious, light-filled reception hall, and all-inclusive packages for a fairy-tale weekend wedding.

Accommodations: The spacious lodge accommodates up to 26 overnight guests.

Location: In the foothills of the Smoky Mountains outside Gatlinburg.

Style: Charming Victorian-style inn set on 60 acres of rolling hills, where you can celebrate al fresco with exquisite Smoky Mountain panoramas or move inside the Inn to the inviting dining room, where picture windows offer plentiful alpine views.

Accommodations: 12 guest rooms and 5 cottages sleep up to 42 people.

Location: Set in the heart of El Paso's vibrant downtown.

Style: Luxurious 1930s-era boutique hotel with a long track record of hosting magnificent weddings, boasting a blend of historic charm (as in the light-flooded Trost Ballroom) and contemporary style (like the cool 17th-floor rooftop bar), plus exceptional service from start to finish.

Accommodations: 130 modern guest rooms and suites.

Location: Along the Brazos River 25 minutes from Waco.

Style: Tranquil 550-acre retreat along the lovely Brazos River, with celebrations on its sandy banks, in a picture-perfect historic chapel or a shady Pecan Grove, or overlooking their palm tree framed ponds.

Accommodations: The Lodge sleeps 50, with additional lodging for 50+ in assorted cabins and homes.

Location: Situated on 20 creekside acres halfway between Houston and San Antonio.

Style: Wide-open spaces offer a perfect al fresco backdrop for oak-shaded ceremonies and sunset cocktail hours, while indoors, the airy modern barn boasts breathtaking chandeliers, and beautifully appointed dressing suites create a luxurious vibe.

Accommodations: 8 private King Cottages, a honeymoon suite, and plenty of RV hookups.

Location: Perched on 2,500 acres overlooking the classic New England Village of Stowe.

Style: Austrian-inspired mountain lodge with exquisite spaces that range from the outdoor concert stage to the elegant post-and-beam Mozart Room, fantastic on-site eateries, and endless outdoor activities.

Accommodations: 96 rooms and suites in the Main Lodge, 18 luxurious Villas, and 100 Guest House chalets.

Venue: Calamigos Ranch Malibu