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Best Wedding Ceremony Venues

Best Wedding Ceremony Venues in Brisbane: A Guide for Couples

Choosing the perfect wedding ceremony venue is an exciting part of planning a wedding. As experienced wedding experts in beautiful Brisbane, we’re often asked which Brisbane wedding venue is the best.

The short answer? it really depends on what each couple are looking for in a venue.

Perhaps you envisage saying ‘I Do’ with a magnificent tree backdrop, or perhaps you love the idea of a private lawn surrounded by lush greenery where you and your guests can stay and enjoy cocktail hour.

Thankfully Brisbane offers a diverse range of stunning locations, each with its own unique features. To assist you with identifying what elements you’re drawn to so you can choose the perfect venue, here we’ve described some of the top wedding ceremony venues in Brisbane.

1. Palm Tree Lawn, Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens

  • Best for: Privacy and all-in-one weddings
  • Why we love it: This secluded lawn offers a tranquil setting surrounded by lush tropical plants, making it an ideal choice for couples seeking a private ceremony venue in the beautiful outdoors surrounded by the botanical gardens. Plus, it’s the perfect choice for couples who want to combine their ceremony and reception in one beautiful location.

Mt Coot-tha wedding

2. Palm Avenue Lawn, City Botanic Gardens

  • Best for: Tree backdrop and photographers’ favourite
  • Why we love it: The magnificent fig tree, creates a stunning backdrop for wedding ceremonies. The grand size and picture-perfect symmetry of the tree has Photographers in their element. The pathway leading to the lawn is lined with Palm trees, providing a lovely entrance. Located in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD, along with the impressive scenery, this venue offers convenience.

3. Newstead Rotunda

  • Best for: River views
  • Why we love it: This picturesque rotunda overlooks the Brisbane River, offering breathtaking views. The serene, relaxed atmosphere of Newstead Park creates a romantic backdrop for your special day.

Newstead Rotunda Brisbane wedding venue

4. New Farm Park Rotunda

  • Best for: Iconic and versatile
  • Why we love it: This historic rotunda is a Brisbane icon and offers multiple ceremony backdrops, with the options for ceremonies to take place at the entrance of the rotunda, inside or even by the nearby fig tree. The rotunda’s classic architecture provides a timeless setting, while the surrounding parkland makes this a great wedding venue for post-ceremony cocktail hour celebrations.

New Farm Rotunda wedding venue

5. Lilypond Lawn, City Botanic Gardens

  • Best for: Lake backdrop and city convenience
  • Why we love it: The Lillypond Lawn provides a serene setting with stunning water views. Its central location offers easy access to a variety of dining options for your wedding reception.

wedding decor at Lilypond Lawn Brisbane City Botanical Gardens

6. Harry Oakman Pavilion, Roma Street Parkland

  • Best for: Versatility and peace of mind
  • Why we love it: This versatile venue offers multiple ceremony options, including having the ceremony framed by 2 tall trees, or you can opt for a hillside lawn. The spacious pavilion with lovely wooden deck flooring provides a covered option for shade or inclement weather and is an ideal area for post-ceremony cocktail hour celebrations.

Harry Oakman Pavilion Roma Street Park Brisbane

We hope you have enjoyed exploring some of Brisbane’s top wedding ceremony venues with us, and that this assists you in finding the perfect location to celebrate your love.

Photo credits: Mario Colli Photography, Sam Wyper Photography, The Infinity Collective and Still Wild Love.

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