Wedding venues in California are everywhere: from the epic views of Big Sur to mid-century modern Palm Springs to foodie Napa Valley. Wherever you opt to host your event, the best California wedding venues are right here. No matter the season, you’ll find beaches, mountains, and everything in between.
BIG SUR WEDDING VENUES
Alila Ventana
About: Coastal views and epic redwood trees surround you here. Idyllically situated near both the Pacific Ocean and Santa Lucia Mountains, Big Sur brings the best features of wedding venues in California into one area. The Alila Ventana is best suited for elopements and intimate ceremonies, but you can also buy out the property for larger affairs.
NAPA VALLEY WEDDING VENUES
Auberge du Soleil
glimmer of bistro lights as a fire crackles in the brick-and-stone hearth. Your band or DJ can set up on the elevated stage (there’s even a built-in dance floor
NEWPORT BEACH WEDDING VENUES
The Resort at Pelican Hill
About: Located in Newport Beach, California, just steps from the ocean and the beautiful beach, The Resort at Pelican Hill is unlike most other resort properties. With three miles of gorgeous beaches, stunning pools, and beautiful grounds, you and your guests will want to explore all that The Resort at Pelican Hill has to offer before your special celebration even begins.
Location: 22701 South Pelican Hill Road, Newport Coast
NEWPORT BEACH WEDDING VENUES
d Miramar Beach creates a uniquely romantic stage for the exchange of vows and celebratory moments. Events are held in stunning venues that showcase the resort’s unrivaled oceanside settings. The 8,000-square-foot Great Lawn enhances wedding ceremonies with infinite ocean views, while Miramar Beach provides an unforgettably romantic beachfront stage for the exchange of vows and private soirees.
Bacara
About: From outdoor venues with spectacular ocean views to indoor spaces that embrace the Santa Barbara landscape with natural light and terraces, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers a romantic setting for every wedding. This grand venue features 23-foot-high ceilings, gilt-framed mirrors, and six balconies. It can accommodate up to 1,250 guests and features an additional venue that includes a foyer, ocean-view terrace and lawn.
ut: A favorite getaway for celebrities, Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier were married at San Ysidro Ranch and John and Jacqueline Kennedy honeymooned here. Your experience will have its own place in history. You and your guests will enjoy extraordinary accommodations and gracious service amidst 500 acres of gardens surrounded by the Santa Ynez Mountains