ADELAIDE WEDDING VENUES

Whether you are planning your wedding at the beach to watch the setting sun or looking for a wedding venue among the vineyards of South Australia. Probably the most important part of planning your wedding will be selecting the perfect location or site of your wedding ceremony and reception venue. Until you book a wedding venue it is really hard to plan other wedding details.

After years of experience as wedding photographers here in Adelaide, we have been to many of these venues and have accumulated a vast knowledge of amazing locations to get married. Our hope is that this list helps you go on to plan your perfect wedding day.

Here is a useful list of some of the very best wedding reception venues, wedding ceremony sites and best wedding venues Adelaide has to offer.

 

A USEFUL LIST OF ADELAIDE WEDDING VENUES SORTED BY LOCATION TYPE

 

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ADELAIDE WEDDING VENUES NEAR THE SEA

For the beach lovers planning a wedding by the sea. Here is a list of the best beach wedding venues located in Adelaide / SA. They are all very close or nearby the beach side and all its beauty.

 

Beach Huts, Middleton

These unique vintage beach huts with their village style atmosphere surround a lawn which may also be hired as your wedding venue. Located a stone’s throw from Port Elliot this adorable site can be complemented with a booking in the Blues restaurant for your reception.

Brighton and Seacliff Yacht Club

On the water's edge, overlooking the turquoise ocean, the Brighton and Seacliff Yacht Club seats up to 140 people. The event space will provide a beautiful beach side sunset on your wedding.

Brooklyn Farm

Located where the countryside meets the sea, Brooklyn Farm is a beautiful Adelaide wedding venue located on the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula near Myponga Beach – not to be missed!

Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia

Close to Port Adelaide this venue seats 110+ people and offers panoramic views of the marina.

Eat at Whalers 

Encounter bay, near Victor Harbor will set an impressive scene for your wedding. With seating for 140 people and on-site accommodation at the bluff resort apartments, this would suit parties scouting out of town Adelaide wedding venues.

Esca Glenelg

This luxurious beach side restaurant in Glenelg make a great choice for a venue by the sea.

Glanville Hall

Hard to place in this list of Adelaide wedding venues, Glanville Hall is county style manor house backing on to a golf course, located two streets from the Semaphore coastline. 110 seated guests.

Glenelg Golf Club

One of the most popular of Adelaide wedding venues, Glenelg Golf club is located 5 minutes from the beach. 180 guests.

Glenelg Pier Hotel

This waterfront Adelaide wedding venue seats up to 170 people, stare at the iconic Glenelg coast from the balcony as you celebrate. This location also has rooms for guests available.

Largs Pier Hotel

One of the Adelaide wedding venues located on the Esplanade. North of Semaphore, Largs Bay sites The Largs Pier Hotel which hosts up to 120 guests and is opposite Largs Jetty.

Looking Glass Garden

Another entry on the list of Adelaide wedding venues which offers countryside and sea. This country garden located in Marino is a perfect natural setting to be married in.

Palais Hotel

This friendly beach-side hotel straddling the Esplanade at Semaphore has beautiful views over the water. It also holds four function spaces catering for parties of 25-400.

Partridge House

In the heart of Glenelg, this coastal Adelaide wedding venue caters for up to 75 people. The historic building with its beautiful garden is only a ten-minute stroll away from the beach.

Royal South Australia Yacht Squadron

Relax by the water at this marina location at Outer Harbour. It houses multiple venues for marriage ceremony and receptions, seating up to 160.

Seacliff Beach Hotel 

Located on the Esplanade at Seacliff, this wonderfully positioned Adelaide wedding venue has sea views and will cater for up to 100 people for a reception dinner.

St Kilda Beach Hotel 

For those looking for a northern beach style reception venue this may be the place for you. It has beautiful views over the water and seats up to 180 for dinner.

Stella Restaurant 

Conveniently located at Henley Beach, this restaurant is one of the Adelaide wedding venues at the coast yet still easily accessible. There is no room hire charge and they can seat parties of up to 110.

The Grand Ballroom

The Grand Ballroom is exactly that – grand. This is one of the larger Adelaide wedding venues hosting parties of up to 500. Located in Fulham Gardens, this venue is close to Henley Beach and West Beach.

The Lakes Resort Hotel 

Glorious views over West Lakes and plenty of onsite accommodation, this Adelaide wedding venue can host up to 250 guests.

The Surf Club Cafe

For small to medium sized casual wedding celebrations the Surf Club Café, is one of the Adelaide wedding venues right on the beachfront. Situated at West Beach it boasts stunning sunset views over the sea.

PERFECT ADELAIDE WEDDING VENUES, BEAUTIFUL RECEPTION SITES, AND CEREMONY LOCATION IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA

 

ADELAIDE WEDDING VENUES - HILLS AND COUNTRY VIBES

Do you dream of hay-barns, weddings in vineyards or luscious gardens for your wedding ceremony? Or perhaps a reception venue away from the Adelaide CBD? If so, browse through this collection of dreamy country wedding venues in South Australia.

Alere Restaurant

Located in Flinder’s University at Bedford Park, this restaurant opened in 2016. With a maximum seating capacity 150 start your marriage off with an incredible sunset view from this second floor venue.

Al-Ru Farm

Get married in the stunning grounds of Al-Ru Farm with rose-gardens, woodlands and a nearby lake. One of our favourite Adelaide wedding venues, located near One Tree Hill will up to 250 guests with a marquee.

Anderson Hill 

One of our favourite of the Adelaide wedding venues, this winery is set on a hill has stunning views of the surrounding area. With a cosy fire pit, lawn and vineyards this is a beautiful location for small to medium weddings in the Adelaide Hills.

Anlaby Homestead

Located near Kapunda, 1 ½ hours drive north of Adelaide. This historic homestead is surrounded by beautiful gardens and even has a peacock aviary. 80 people max seated capacity.

Auchendarroch House and Tavern

This beautiful house and tavern located at Mount Barker seats up to 140 guests for a marriage in a historic building.

Barn 1890

This restored barn is situated on a 3 acre property near Willunga is well suited for wedding parties with a rustic twist.

Barossa Chateau

Perfect for weddings with a vintage flavour the Barossa Chateau has a beautiful antique collection and seats up to 300 – suitably classic.

Barristers Block

Based in the Adelaide Hills, Barristers Block with its several acres of lush lawns and vineyards sites a rustic hay shed suits 30-180 guests and convenient villa for hire.

Bremer Farm

Out toward Lake Alexandrina, Bremer Farm was built by the first settler in the 1800’s. On f the most historic Adelaide wedding venues, this suits wedding s with a country vibe and seats medium to large parties.

Brooklyn Farm

(see beach side category)

Carlton Club

Set of 300 acres of rolling Adelaide hills, this site is a beautiful choice for countryside wedding. Seats 130 people.

Clare Country Club

The Clare Valley Country Club has great views over Inchiquin Lake and the golf course. This resort has rooms, tennis courts and can accommodate 10-220 people.

Chapel Hill 

McLaren Vale based vineyard Chapel hill is a beautiful wedding location that will seat up to 90 people and has been hosting Adelaide weddings for over 100 years.

Carrick Hill

This Beautiful house with its magnificent and elegant gardens in Springfield just south-east of the city. This Adelaide venue seats up to 200 wedding guests.

Chateau Tanunda

Built in the late 1800's, this Barossa winery is an exquisite choice for a classically-deluxe wedding location. Seating up to 350 this is one of the largest Adelaide wedding venues located in the Barossa Valley.

Currency Creek Winery

Idealistic winery with impressive views, located in the Fleurieu Peninsular overlooking the Tookayerta Creek makes this an unmissable Adelaide wedding venue.

Collingrove Homestead

A magnificent building reminiscent of an English country manner, Collingrove Homestead was built by John Angas and located in Angaston, Barossa, this is one of the finest country Adelaide wedding venues.

Coriole

One of our favourite country wedding venues in McLaren Vale. Coriole is a family owned winery in Mclaren Vale with impressive vineyard views. It makes for a truly stunning wedding venue.

Flagstaff Hill Golf Club

Another of the Adelaide wedding venues set among the luscious golf lawns, Flagstaff Hill Golf Club in Aberfoyle Park seats up to 50-200 guests for your ceremony and reception.

Glen Ewin Estate

The location offers to venues for your wedding. Based near Inglewood in Adelaide, Glen Ewin Estate will host up to 400 people among their 12000 fig trees.

Deviation Road

Run by wine makers Hamish and Kate Laurie, this 50-hectare property is linked to South Australia's first female wine maker. Based in the Adelaide Hills this wedding and reception venue will host up to 280 people for your wedding celebrations.

Golding Vineyard Adelaide Hills

Full of charm and character, with its barn, lawn, stunning courtyard and views this is one of the truly photogenic Adelaide wedding venues located in the Hills. 

Hanhdorf House Wedding

One of Hahndorf's boutique Adelaide wedding venues - This site will comfortably suit up to 50 guests.

Hentley Farm

Located in Seppeltsfield, seating 44-100 guests, Hentley Farm's 150 acre vineyard make a great choice for your wedding in the country.

Howard Vineyard

Stunning family owned vineyard in the Adelaide Hills suits those choosing Adelaide wedding venues and locations with a country feel.

Inglewood Inn

This inn location set among the trees offers a natural wedding setting in the surrounding gardens - you may also set up your own marque.

Jacob's Creek Retreat 

Boutique vineyard accommodation in the Barossa Valley, this suits those seeking Adelaide wedding venues in wine country.

K1

Stunning views over the lake and vineyard in the Adelaide Hills, K1 by Geoff Hardy is a prestigious location for your wedding ceremony and reception.

Kingsbrook Farm 

Seating up to 200 guests in their permanent marquee or 90 in the Orangerie, Kingsbrook Farm in Goolwa offers stunning vineyards and beautiful lawn.

Kingsford Homestead

One Adelaide's many country wedding locations, this beautiful private property makes for an unforgettable location. One of favourites, this wedding venue will seat up to 300.

Lenzerheide

Directly south of the city, this is one of the country style Adelaide wedding venues which is easily commutable. Lenzerheide will suit smaller parties as it seats 51 guests.

Longview Vineyard

True to it's name with excellent views and a wide wood beamed reception hall. Longview Vineyard easily lives on the list of perfect Adelaide wedding venues.

Lyndoch Hill

Located in the Barossa Valley, this stunning venue is for lovers of roses. Seating up to 80 people and onsite accommodation available.

Marybank

Seating between 50-100 guests, this cute farm, bed & breakfast, and wedding venue is based in Black Hill bordering on the national park.

McCracken Country Club

Situated in Victor harbor, McCracken Country Club has landscaped gardens and views of the golf course. Suited to 180 guests with onsite accommodation.

Middlebrook Estate

Located in the rolling hills of McLaren Vale and caters for up to 150 guests on your wedding day - a great wedding location!

Nepenthe

Named for an Egyptian drink described in Homer's Odyssey, this wedding venue is situated in the Adelaide Hills.

Mount Osmond Golf Club

With extensive skyline views over the Adelaide CBD, this well-established golf based wedding and reception venue will seat up to 150 people.

Mount Lofty House

Possibly the biggest and most well-known of the wedding venues in Adelaide. Mounty Lofty House will easily accommodate medium to large weddings.

Oasis Gardens Function Centre

Located South East of Adelaide near Strathalbyn, this family run function centre has beautiful ground and their function room, The Deck, can seat up to 75.

Oliver’s White Hall

This heritage listed property in McLaren Vale has beautiful lawns and gardens, and was originally part of a large stable complex. Their barnyard style function space, The Chaff Shed, can seat up to 80 guests and is a versatile space that can be personalised to suit any theme.

Paxton Wines

A popular family owned winery in McLaren Vale. This wedding venue is only a ten-minute drive from Moana Beach and caters for 50-200.

Penny's Hill

A versatile McLaren Vale wedding venue with many event spaces to choose from. It suits small gatherings through to large weddings and is surrounded by beautiful vines and paddocks.

Renmark Club

Further afield near Berri on the Murray River, this glorious riverside location seats up to 160 people and allows you to arrive to your wedding by boat.

Seppeltsfield 

This Adelaide wedding venue is able to host large functions up to 500. The picturesque winery is a great choice for a wedding the Barossa Valley.

Serafino Wines

Beautiful and popular, Serafino Wines in McLaren Vale is surrounded by beautiful vineyards and even has its own lake. It has multiple function areas to choose from, seats up to 220 guests, and has onsite accommodation.

Silvestri's 

In Claredon, this sandstone villa is set on a private estate with manicured gardens. Choose between the ballroom and dining room seating 130 and 40 people respectively.

Stangate House and Garden 

This heritage property in the Adelaide Hills is home to beautiful camellia gardens and plays host to marriage ceremonies. The gorgeous gardens are a beautiful backdrop for your wedding photography.

Tally Ho Lodge

Turn back time at this turn of the century lodge near Inglewood with its beautiful gardens and Victorian style gazebo. This is a family run business specializing in cocktail reception after your marriage is performed at the gazebo.

The Cedars

With its history as an artist’s home and studio, the Cedars is a beautiful and creative location for your wedding. Located near Hahndorf, the tranquil gardens are often used for wedding ceremonies

The Farm – Barossa Function Centre

Gorgeous grounds, a splendid lake and excellent quality onsite catering, this Barossa Valley wedding venue hosts many weddings ranging from small intimate affairs to large extensive parties.

The Lane 

Have a ceremony on the lawn and a reception in the restaurant all overlooking the vines at The Lane. This 70-hectare vineyard and winery is located in Hahndorf.

The Lime Cave 

Hidden away on the Maxwell Estate in McLaren Vale, The Lime Cave is probably the most unique of the Adelaide wedding venues. Dug out in 1916 this secret limestone cave could be the perfect venue for those looking for something a little different for their wedding reception. As it is somewhat of a secret you will have to contact the winery and ask them to disclose more information.

The Manor Basket Range

One of the best new wedding venues in Adelaide, the Manor Basket Range is a historic estate which was built in 1928. Before its multi-million dollar refurbishment The Manor was known as Camelot Castle and to this day is one of the most unique wedding venues in the Adelaide Hills.

The Old Mill, Hahndorf 

Catering for 20-400 people, this is a popular Hahndorf wedding venue. Onsite accommodation available and in the heart of a historic South Australian town.

The Oval Estate

A 20-acre property in McLaren Vale with gorgeous views over the hills. Perfect for an outdoor ceremony and will cater for40-150 guests.

The Rendezvous Experience

This Adelaide wedding venue situated in the Adelaide Hills is stunning for an outdoor marriage and marque reception. It has magnificent views, waterfalls, groomed lawns, fountains, and rose gardens.

The Summit Mount Lofty 

Arguably the best view over the beautiful city of Adelaide can be seen from Mount Lofty. Imagine having that as the backdrop while you get married. The well-known restaurant at the summit can seat up to 120 guests for a reception dinner.

The Vines of Reynella 

This is one of the beautiful Adelaide wedding venues located at a golf club. The Vines Golf Club is a beautiful place for a wedding on the course and inside can seat up to 110 people.

Tulunga Estate

A family run restaurant in the Adelaide Hills, Tulunga Estate has white rose gardens and a beautiful view over the region’s vineyards.

Ukaria

The creative and beautifully designed grounds and building of Ukaria make for a wonderfully interesting Adelaide wedding venue at Mount Barker. The cultural centre has six function spaces seating up to 160.

Uraidla and Summertown Show Society Hall

The Uraidla Show Hall is a majestic heritage building with exposed beams ready for you create an atmosphere to suit your wedding style. Located in the Adelaide Hills it also has a commercial kitchen onsite.

Utopia at Waterfall Gully 

At the base of an 18 metre waterfall, Utopia is one of the unique Adelaide wedding venues. Surrounded by Cleland Conservation Park, this family run restaurant will seat up to 110 people.

Willunga Peacock Farm

This farm style bed and breakfast in Willunga is full of character and a tranquil spot to get married in. It is close to Port Willunga, McLaren Vale, and as the name suggests, has plenty of feathered friends onsite.

Windy Point

Windy Point Restaurant in Belair has stunning views over Adelaide and out to sea. A great place for a wedding reception of up to 50 people to watch the sunset.

Woodhouse

If you are the outdoorsy adventurous type, the Woodhouse Activity Centre may be right for you. With beautiful natural surrounds, camping/glamping accommodation, a commercial kitchen, and even a chapel, this is a great option for those wanting to tie the knot in the Aussie bush.

 

ADELAIDE WEDDING VENUES WITH CITY VIBES

For those looking for a contemporary city wedding venue or a metropolitan marriage location you only need look below to find Adelaide wedding venues conveniently located in and around the CBD. This are usually great options for people looking for accessible locations with plenty of accommodation.

 

Adelaide Entertainment Centre

This centrally located venue has various rooms for your wedding ceremony and reception. Capacity stated is up to 1000 people, their onsite chapel seats up to 120 wedding guests.

Adelaide Festival Centre 

Overlooking the River Torrens the Adelaide Festival Centre offers multiple rooms with a capacity of 50-450 guests.

Adelaide Inn

This Adelaide wedding venue is located close to the CBD and its transport links. Housing multiple function rooms that seat 20-100 guests this location also offers accommodation.

Adelaide Pavilion

Located in the gardens of Adelaide’s South Terrace this venue boasts floor to ceiling windows for a truly bright wedding reception. Two spaces available with a seating capacity of up to 220.

Adelaide Royal Coach

With two function rooms seating up to 70 and 140 people respectively, this hotel venue located in Kent Town just east of the city.

Adelaide Town Hall

Stunning architecture and luxurious styled rooms, this impressive Adelaide wedding venue seats 50-380 people.

Botanic Gardens

The most luscious choice of all the metropolitan venues, the Adelaide Botanic Gardens are available for weddings based on the lawns and then seated at the 90-people capacity restaurant.

Carclew

Located in North Adelaide this stunning building plays host to many weddings each year. With the ability to hire both the house and the grounds this is one of the largest metro Adelaide wedding venues.

Carrington Function Hall

Based on Carrington Street in the Adelaide CBD, also known as the Italian Centre this centrally located venue is suited for up to 300 people.

Chianti

This heritage building located on Hutt Street in Adelaide makes a very nice choice of fine dining for your reception dinner. Seating up to 35 people this makes for one of the most intimate of the Adelaide wedding venue.

Cos 18 Leigh

Of the many small wedding venues in Adelaide, Cos 18 Leigh offers a fine dining experience in a trendy part of Adelaide make it worthy of its inclusion to the list of best wedding venues.

Cucina North Adelaide

Another venue for fine ding in an intimate setting located in North Adelaide, this restaurant seats up to 100 wedding guests.

Ellington

Just east of the Adelaide Botanic Gardens, The Ellington of Hackney boasts a large ballroom and loft function space seating up to 360 guests.

Georges on Waymouth

Another of the Adelaide wedding venues within walking distance of train and tram links, Georges on Waymouth will seat up to 75 guests in this intimate restaurant location. 

Hilton Adelaide

One of the most established of the Adelaide wedding venues, this large and prestigious location is able to cater for up to 500 people. 

Hotel Richmond Adelaide

Centrally located in the heart of Rundle Mall, Hotel Richmond also has 30 rooms for guests.

Hotel Tivoli

A vast columned space with epic golden ceiling, Hotel Tilvoli on Pirie Street will host up to 150 people for your wedding reception dinner.

Jolleys Boathouse

Not many Adelaide wedding venues combine riverside views with a convenient CBD location. Jolleys Boathouse Restaurant seats up to 120 guests.

Majestic Roof Garden Hotel

Situated on Frome Street, with its roof terrace The Majestic Roof Garden Hotel has views unparalleled by most inner-city Adelaide wedding venues.

Martini Ristorante

Based in the suburb of Norwood, east of the city. Martini Ristorante has a private bar and function space which seats up to 80 people.

Mawson Lakes Hotel

This hotel and function space will suit those looking for Adelaide wedding venues in the northern suburbs. Will seat up to 230 guests.

Mecure Grosvenor Hotel

Extremely popular hotel wedding location in the centre of the city. The venue hosts up to 250 wedding guests.

National Wine Centre of Australia

Adjoining the Adelaide Botanic Gardens, this will undoubtedly suite wine lovers in search of a centrally located Adelaide wedding venue in which to raise a toast to their marriage - will cater from 40-350 wedding guests.

Next Gen Memorial Drive

This health retreat in North Adelaide with its floor to ceiling arched windows and river views makes this a nice addition to this list of Adelaide wedding venues.

Osmond Terrace Function Centre

Located in the Norwood Hotel, this Adelaide wedding venue caters for 70-160 guests. This easily accessible location has good transport links to the CBD.

Peppers Weymouth Hotel

On Weymouth Street in the heart of the CBD, Peppers offers onsite accommodation and seats up to 60 guests.

Rydges South Park

On South Terrace, catering up to 300 people, this Adelaide wedding venue has spectacular views of the Adelaide skyline and park-lands.

Sanctuary Adelaide Zoo 

In the zoo and next to the Botanic Gardens so you don’t even feel like you are in the city. This popular centrally located Adelaide wedding venue can seat up to 260 guests.

Sfera Park Suits and Convention Centre 

In the northern suburbs of Adelaide in Modbury, this Adelaide wedding venue has five function rooms to choose from and will cater for up to 270 guests.

South Australian Museum 

Well known attraction on North Terrace, the South Australian Museum is one of Adelaide’s wedding venues which can house large functions in interesting spaces full of character.

Stamford Plaza 

Located on North Terrace, this is a popular spot to get married in Adelaide. With views overlooking the river and the city this impressive hotel venue has function rooms to suit small weddings to large receptions.

State Library of South Australia

A stunning and unique Adelaide wedding venue in the CBD, the state library has multiple rooms available for hire and can cater for up to 300 guests.

Sunnybrae Function Centre 

With its 4.5 acres of land and rustic gardens, this is one of few Adelaide wedding venues that allows you to feel like you are in the country whilst being only 10 minutes north of Adelaide. With multiple rooms to choose from this venue will seat up to 300 people.

Ten 22

A restored industrial style event space only 15 minutes south of the CBD. This boutique Adelaide wedding venue in Edwardstown allows you to make your wedding truly unique.

The Apothecary 1878 

This popular restaurant on Hindley Street is full of charm and character. A cosy central location for one of the more intimate Adelaide wedding venues.

The Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Hotel in Mitcham toes the line between being in the metropolitan list and countryside list of Adelaide wedding venues. Specialising in personalised and boutique weddings, it has many function spaces to choose from and can cater for 10-150 guests.

The Joiners

Located in Hindmarsh and with no room hire fee, this is a great venue for casual and laid-back wedding receptions. The main dining room will seat up to 150, and the beer garden will seat up to 100.

The Playford

With its spiral staircase and gold leaf walls this is a great venue for a classic Adelaide wedding. This CBD hotel is well suited to large wedding parties of at least 100 people.

 

 

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Well that concludes our list of places we believe are perfect to host a wedding in Adelaide and the surrounding South Australia.

It is worth noting that the guest capacity stated above Adelaide wedding venues are based on seated guests, if you are planning a cocktail event some venues can usually expand their capacity.

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