This article has been written by team of content creators at Easy Weddings.
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Updated on: July 19, 2024
The beautiful city of Adelaide is within short driving distance of excellent wineries, white sand beaches, and rolling countryside. Thus, it’s no surprise that this lovely city, and its surrounds, are filled with gorgeous Adelaide wedding venues.
From a rustic winery to a yacht club overlooking a stunning beach, there’s a destination suitable for every wedding style.
So, without further ado, let’s look at the best wedding venues South Australia has to offer.
Set on a tranquil lake, and among 200 year-old gum trees, Serafino McLaren Vale is the perfect location to host your wedding.
The Courtyard caters up to 180 seated guests, while the tradition ballroom, McLarens Room, seats 220 guests. Plenty of photography opportunities are available alongside the lake, in the rose garden, and under the gum trees, and 30 boutique rooms are available for overnight accommodation for you and your guests.
And, with an experienced Wedding Coordinator on hand, you can rest assured your day at Serafino McLaren Vale will go off without a hitch!
Serafino Wines is a stunning venue in the heart of McLaren Vale, with picturesque lakeside ceremony locations under the huge gum trees and amongst acres of lush lawns. The vast grounds are filled with beautiful photo opportunities, and the indoor reception spaces are able to cater for up to 200 guests.
Situated in the Adelaide Hills, AL-RU Farm prides itself on providing something special and unique for couples on their wedding day.
With rose gardens, a romantic woodland, ponds and a lake, this location is every wedding photographer’s dream! And with various options of function rooms and reception spaces, the only hard part is deciding which one!
The gardens of Al Ru Farm offer one of the most romantic wedding settings in the Adelaide Hills. Ten acres of picturesque gardens will create the perfect backdrop for your special day. Situated just 30 minutes from Adelaide, Al Ru Farm offers the charm and space of a country estate in a convenient location. It’s grounds and buildings are a truly unique and premium offering in South Australia.
Adelaide Hills Convention Centre offers a modern and sophisticated wedding venue with 360 degree views of the Mount Lofty Ranges. The gorgeous gardens provide a stunning location for your wedding ceremony, overlooking 32 acres of manicured grounds.
Located just 20 minutes from Adelaide's CBD, Adelaide Hills Convention Centre offers a modern, state-of-the-art wedding venue with sweeping views of the Mount Lofty Ranges. Gorgeous gardens provide a stunning location for your wedding ceremony with a view.
Sunnybrae Estate could be the wedding venue of your dreams.
This highly sought-after Adelaide venue offers couples the opportunity to host their ceremony, photoshoot and reception within the one stunning location. And, with the choice from three beautiful reception rooms each with its own unique touch of charm and elegance, there’s something for weddings of all shapes, sizes and budgets at Sunnybrae Estate.
Whether you are planning an intimate wedding or a lavish soiree of up to 400 cocktail guests, the dedicated and professional team behind Sunnybrae Estate can grant your every wedding want and wish.
Established in 1882, our enchanting, heritage listed estate extends 8 acres of magnificent gardens & picturesque backdrops, only 12 minutes from Adelaide’s CBD. We look forward to welcoming you to our venue & working with you to create the wedding of your dreams.
Situated on five acres and overlooking Lake Carew Reynell, St Francis Winery Resort is built around the circa 1852 winery building originally built by Walter Reynell.
This historic site is now available to coupes seeking historic romance for their wedding. And, with its gorgeous grounds and heritage buildings, St Francis Winery Resort is a photographer’s dream!
Set amidst five acres overlooking a tranquil lake, St Francis Winery Resort offers a charming setting for destination weddings in Reynella, South Australia. This stunning winery wedding venue near Adelaide boasts boutique on-site accommodation, five beautiful wedding spaces, picturesque gardens, attentive service & endless photo opportunities for your special day.
The restaurant that is in the centre of this lovely winery will offer you a view like nothing you have ever seen. Imagine tying the knot in a ceremony setting in front of the vines? Absolutely dreamy!
This is a gorgeous vineyard and one of the best McLaren Vale wedding venues out there. The communication with this venue will surely go smoothly thanks to their professionalism, and they will help you achieve everything you need.
Ekhidna Kitchen & Wines is nestled amongst the vines with stunning views of the Southern Mt Lofty Ranges, providing the perfect backdrop for your wedding day. With a range of options for ceremonies and receptions, from sophisticated to relaxed, we can tailor packages to suit your vision, from bespoke menus featuring locally sourced produce to seamless day of coordination.
Situated in the parklands of Civic Park, Sfera’s Park Suites and Convention Centre specialises in wedding ceremonies and receptions, and strives to deliver wedding packages to suit every style and budget.
With a variety of ballrooms and function rooms to choose from, this venue caters to guest lists of 30, to large soirees of 600 guests. And, with 22 deluxe suites onsite for accommodation afterwards, why not make a weekend out of it?
Sfera's Park Suites and Convention Centre is a NEWLY RENOVATED wedding venue nestled in the picturesque parklands of Civic Park, Adelaide. It boasts stunning panoramic views, landscaped gardens, bud-lit ceilings, and luxurious onsite accommodation. For an idyllic wedding setting, you'll love their travertine marble staircase, exquisite glass atrium, pressed metal bar, and unique photo walls.
Located just 10 minutes from the Adelaide CBD, Festival Function Centre offers a venue for weddings of all sizes.
Accommodating small weddings of 10 people, to an extravagant affair of 1500 guests, it’s no wonder this venue has won a plethora of awards.
And, as Festival Function Centre offers quality food, professional services, and a wedding day tailored to reflect you as a couple at a competitive price point, you really have nothing stopping you!
Are you looking for a fairytale wedding venue in Adelaide that contains a ballroom with magnificent chandeliers and a large dancefloor area? Look no further than Festival Function Centre, a ballroom wedding venue just outside the Adelaide city centre, with several elegant wedding venues and a hideaway cellar for the ultimate afterparty.
Only minutes beyond the Adelaide suburbs, Glen Ewin Estate offers to help create memories that’ll last a lifetime.
Spend your special day among a gorgeous garden setting overlooking lakes, and beneath mature trees and weeping willows.
Catering to both intimate weddings and soirees of 300 seated guests, every step of your wedding is meticulously planned and tailored to reflect you as a couple.
So give Glen Ewin Estate a look – they’re waiting to give you a personal tour of the venue, and to listen to what you envision for your wedding day.
Glen Ewin Estate is a unique heritage-listed property in the Adelaide Hills that has everything you need for a magical wedding day. Host an outdoor ceremony in the picturesque gardens, followed by an unforgettable reception in the rustic Pulpshed or the light-filled Gatehouse. Aside from the serene setting, you’ll love the bespoke wedding packages and impeccable service at Glen Ewin Estate.
With a large number of glowing customer reviews on Easy Weddings, Stamford Grand Adelaide is considered one of the most sought-after wedding venues Adelaide has to offer.
The perfect setting for a luxury wedding, this venue offers couples a number of function rooms options to choose from including the Grand Ballroom, the The Moseley Room, The Colley Room and the Hindmarsh Room.
And, with complimentary overnight stay for the marrying couple and discount accommodation available for your guests, why not make a weekend out of your wedding at Stamford Grand Adelaide? Click here to find out more about this amazing venue.
With rolling views of the Piccadilly Valley and gorgeous Botanical Gardens, Mount Lofty House is the ideal location to host your wedding.
With a capacity of 350 guests, couples can say ‘I do’ in one of the beautiful garden ceremony locations, or in a grand heritage dining room, and dance into the night with loved ones.
And, with extensive experience in planning weddings, you can rest assured everything is looked after, and your day at Mount Lofty House will be one to cherish for years to come.
Mount Lofty House is a magnificent estate wedding venue perched high in the Adelaide Hills, offering breathtaking views of Piccadilly Valley and the beautiful Botanical Gardens. This iconic, 5-star property has everything you need for a weekend wedding celebration, including stunning ceremony sites, delicious menus made with seasonal produce, and plush on-site accommodation for up to 80 guests.
Wine lovers simply cannot look past the National Wine Centre of Australia. Considered one of Adelaide’s most popular wedding venues, this centrally-located venue is best known for its exceptional customer service, endless photography opportunities and, of course, their impeccable catering and delicious wines.
Couples are given the choice from a number of function rooms, catering for intimate weddings and lavish soirees alike. Whatever you envision for your special day, your Fairy Godmother (ahem — dedicated Wedding Coordinator) will ensure your dreams come true!
Discover the enchanting National Wine Centre nestled in Adelaide's Botanic Gardens. Offering diverse venues for weddings, this picturesque destination guarantees an unforgettable celebration. Renowned for exceptional service, elegant spaces, and breathtaking backdrops, the National Wine Centre crafts the perfect ambience for your dream wedding.
Those dreaming of the quintessential golf club wedding will absolutely adore The Grange Golf Club.
Rated five stars by their Easy Weddings customers, this particular venue offers couples the complete package. There’s ceremony areas onsite, endless photography opportunities throughout the grounds and receptions hosted in a choice of three versatile event rooms, all catering for up to 250 guests and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure your day is a spectacular success.
So what are you waiting for? Contact their Events Manager and begin planning your day on the green.
If you’re after a space that overlooks a beautiful lake, consider this resort for your wedding day. Lake Resort Hotel is multi-award-winning, making it one of Adelaide’s best wedding venues.
So, whether you are after a magnificent ballroom or great accommodation for after the party, this is a destination you can enjoy throughout the year!
If you’re looking for a venue renowned for effortless luxury, look no further than the Intercontinental in Adelaide CBD.
And if you want a team of people who will work tirelessly to make your wedding dream come true, this is the place for you. The luxury, style, and elegance that come with their event spaces mean that they can easily be transformed into the perfect spot for your wedding.
Celebrate your wedding in effortless luxury, style and elegance with InterContinental Adelaide. The hotel's dedicated and experienced events team will work closely with you to make your dream wedding a reality. Unique and versatile spaces are ready to be transformed to match your vision and become the perfect backdrop to encapsulate your most memorable moments.
The gardens and the vineyards are only a small piece of what this wine estate has to offer.
Woodstock can provide picturesque halls, dancefloors, and everything you need to have the perfect wedding day. The rustic barrels give a genuine feel to this scenic location.
Located in the scenic township of McLaren Flat, Woodstock Wine Estate is a gorgeous wedding venue in South Australia. It boasts verdant vineyards, beautiful gardens, a rustic barrel hall, a fairy-lit dancefloor, and many other picturesque spaces decked out exclusively for you. For an exquisite wedding teeming with the sounds of Australia’s native wildlife, Woodstock Wine Estate is the place to be.
Looking for an exclusive event space where you can make all of your wedding dreams come true? This private golf club might be the perfect solution for you.
Glenelg Golf Club is consistently raved about as one of the best Adelaide wedding venues due to the stunning views, elegant dining rooms, and lush lawns! These combine to create an intimate yet elegant feeling for a beautiful wedding.
Located close to Glenelg and the Adelaide CBD, Pinehill at Glenelg is an award-winning private golf club wedding venue renowned for its exceptional service. This picturesque Adelaide wedding venue boasts stunning views, manicured lawns, and an elegant dining room for indoor wedding receptions.
Situated a mere 15 from Adelaide’s CBD, Kooyonga Golf Club is a beautiful wedding venue with magnificent views and heavenly wedding menus. Weddings at Kooyonga are held in the intimate, manicured gardens, while receptions kick off in the light-filled, newly renovated clubhouse. Elegant and modern, this reception space is where you’ll enjoy tasty meals, give speeches, and dance until the wee hours.
Seacliff Beach, where the city meets the sea, is home to this Adelaide waterfront wedding venue. Expect a warm, secluded feeling that reflects not only in the atmosphere outdoors but also in the relaxed reception area, balcony, and deck overlooking the water.
You'll find The Brighton and Seacliff Yacht Club on Seacliff Beach, just 30 minutes from central Adelaide. The club's relaxed interior reception space, balcony, and deck overlook the peaceful, secluded beach and the Gulf of St Vincent.
This quintessential winery venue is considered one of the best Adelaide hills wedding venues. It boasts epic views from the ceremony and function spaces over rolling green hills and vines — the perfect backdrop for your wedding photos.
The dining menu here is exceptional, and it’s considered one of South Australia’s best restaurants.
This is one of the top wedding venues in Adelaide, as it offers a stunning, elegant vineyard backdrop for your wedding photos.
Both the cellars and the rose gardens create an intimate feeling. It is perfect for all of you who dream of rustic romantic settings with a dash of whimsy!
Discover your dream wedding venue at Saltram Wine Estate, nestled in the heart of the enchanting Barossa Valley, Angaston, South Australia. Say "I do" amidst historic charm and scenic beauty. Choose from various stunning function spaces, including wine cellars, private lawns, and rose gardens, providing the perfect backdrop for your wedding day.
At Adelaide Zoo, you can host your nuptials in the great outdoors and have close encounters with different animals on the wonderful lawns. There are five event spaces to choose from, both indoor and outdoor.
So, if you wish to have a wedding with the sound of the rainforest in the background, then this is the spot for you. Quality Events handles the catering, ensuring you’re in very capable hands.
Quality Events at Adelaide Zoo will prepare an extraordinary wedding day for you and your guests. Experience unique animal encounters, host your outdoor ceremony on the lush lawns and celebrate in style at a selection of five event spaces both indoor and outdoor. All of our venues are surrounded by the enchanting rainforest sounds of resident wildlife.
One of Adelaide’s most awarded wedding venues, Silvestri of Clarendon is where old-world elegance meets modern sophistication. Nestled in the picturesque Adelaide Hills, the venue has been owned and operated by the Silvestri family for 29 years. Set on one acre in the beautiful valley township of Clarendon, Silvestri’s of Clarendon is the perfect blend of contemporary design and heritage features.
Located in the heart of Adelaide, this luxurious hotel will provide you with anything that your heart desires for your big day.
The service is impeccable, and so is the food. Plus, there are plenty of elegant hotel suites to choose from. You can book this venue for both large and intimate celebrations.
Hilton Adelaide is a sophisticated & luxurious hotel wedding venue in the heart of Adelaide. You’ll love this iconic hotel's exquisite menus, 5-star service, elegant hotel suites, and stunning function spaces. With three unique reception areas and room for up to 500 wedding guests, this unforgettable venue is ideal for both intimate and larger occasions - it’s the perfect luxe wedding venue.
This wedding venue offers a sunlit plaza and floor-to-ceiling windows, which offer an overall feeling of spaciousness.
This function centre is perched on a hilltop and is just a 20-minute drive from downtown Adelaide. Naturally, the cuisine here is modern Australian, which will surely impress your guests.
Welcome . . . to weddings at The Summit Function Centre.
Located on top of Adelaide’s highest peak, it would be hard to find a
more unique location.
The Summit features panoramic views overlooking Cleland National Park,
with the Adelaide City backdrop contrasting the beautiful coastline.
This coastal wedding venue can provide you with a lot more than you bargained for – the modern clubhouse, the vastness of the space, and the Atrium that will leave you speechless are wonderful amenities to have on your wedding day.
An event here will easily become a picture-perfect wedding experience for you and your guests. And, since it is just a few minutes away from the beach, you can experience the lovely sea breeze while snapping wedding photos.
West Lakes Golf Club is a stunning coastal wedding venue nestled on Adelaide’s Western Sand Belt. It boasts an elegant, modern clubhouse, an exquisite Atrium complete with floor-to-ceiling glass, breathtaking views, delicious, fresh menus, and endless photo opportunities! For a personalised, picture-perfect wedding experience just minutes from the beach, look no further.
This is one of the most famous beach venues in the Adelaide Hills region. Since it is a family-run business, they strive toward excellence through sharing family values and delivering impeccable service to all couples.
If you wish to be pampered in the most wonderful of ways, then this is the venue for you. Have your wedding reception at an indoor restaurant or outdoors, with the stars above you.
A family-run winery in the heart of McLaren Vale's famous wine region, Beach Road Wines offers a stunning setting for your wedding day festivities. Exchange your vows overlooking the vineyards and gardens then host your wedding reception in the restaurant or under the stars. Beach Road Wines is a popular venue in a renowned wine region with gourmet menus and locally-sourced beverages.
As we continue our list with winery wedding spaces, this is another epic McLaren Vale wedding venue. This wine cellar can give you the feeling of an otherworldly experience.
There is even a small lake on the estate, so if you want to get the most out of your wedding photos, this is an incredible way to do it. The staff is super helpful, offering also indoor options for your big day in case of bad weather.
At Oxenberry Farm, first, you'll say your vows in front of Shiraz vineyards and a small lake. Then, you'll wine, dine and dance the night away in an old-world wine cellar. Lastly, you'll retreat to a charming stone cottage at the end of the night. This historic venue is the oldest winery in McLaren Vale, and it provides a romantic atmosphere that's just perfect for your wine country wedding.
One of the best Adelaide Hills wedding venues that can offer you a majestic vineyard, woodland settings and rustic aesthetic is this gorgeous winery.
Revel in the gardens that slowly turn into a forest while celebrating your wedding day. The delicious menus and the wonderful accommodation are the icing on the multi-layered cake.
The wine region gives birth to some of the most wonderful wedding locations, and this one is no exception.
If you want to ensure that your wedding is an event everyone will remember, then take notes and visit this venue, and it is bound to leave you speechless.
Not to mention how its manicured grounds provide the perfect setting for any outdoor celebration!
Rustic, quaint, and elegant – that is the only way to describe this heritage-listed wedding venue.
You can use it as the perfect space for an outdoor wedding, where you can also use the stunning reception area, the ballroom that looks like a fairyland, and the wonderful gardens.
To top off your experience, you can even enjoy the exquisite wine menu and the mouthwatering food.
Nestled in the Adelaide foothills of South Australia, Edinburgh Hotel and Cellar is an elegant heritage-listed wedding venue, only ten minutes from the CBD. It boasts luscious gardens, perfect for an outdoor ceremony, and stunning reception areas, including their airy, sunshine-filled pavilion and fairy-lit ballroom - each topped off with innovative menus, rare wines, and unique décor.
Another lavish golf club on this list that is ready to fulfil all your wedding needs.
Known as one of the best Adelaide wedding venues, Mount Osmond Golf Club has incredibly vast grounds, greenery wherever you look, and scenic views that will take your breath away.
Enjoy the many amenities and create a gorgeous wedding celebration while revelling in the historic interior.
Hotel Richmond Adelaide could be the wedding venue you’ve been searching for.
Highly sought-after among Adelaide couples, this venue offers the complete wedding packages including ceremonies and receptions, food and beverage catering, decor, crockery, seating and entertainment.
Hotel Richmond Adelaide is located in the heart of Rundle Mall, Adelaide’s central retail strip, and is only a short walk away from South Australia’s iconic attractions such as the South Australian Museum and Library, the Art Gallery, Botanic Gardens and the Adelaide Convention Centre.
Hotel Richmond is a gorgeous 1920s-era Art Deco wedding venue located in the heart of Adelaide. Within walking distance of iconic South Australian landmarks like the Botanic Gardens and the museum, the hotel is ideally located in the city hub. Intimate weddings here take place on the balcony, while larger weddings are hosted in the reception hall and lounge.
Influenced by contemporary European urban public garden designs, Adelaide Pavilion and its surrounding gardens features a mixture of evergreen and deciduous trees, a sunken road garden, works of art, and water features to frame your wedding day.
Offering two function rooms to choose from, and catering from 30 to 220 guests, this venue serves French and Mediterranean inspired cuisine.
Popular among couples for weddings and its abundance of photography opportunities, Adelaide Pavilion is well worth a look!
Host your ceremony in the extensive gardens of Adelaide Pavilion and follow with a reception in our spectacular event spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a lush landscape.
With a number of five-star customer reviews on Easy Weddings, Mawson Lakes Hotel & Function Centre is easily a favourite among Adelaide couples.
This highly reputable wedding venue allows couples exclusive access of the function centre for their special day. Wedding packages are tailored to suit individual needs and requirements, and their wedding specialists take care of all the little things from chair covers to centrepieces to ensure your day goes off without a hitch.
To find out if Mawson Lakes Hotel & Function Centre is the wedding venue for you, we recommend visiting their Easy Weddings storefront here.