Wedding Reception Venues
Reception Venues Sure to Impress
On Land
There are loads of wonderful banquet halls Australia-wide that would make great wedding reception venues but for the absolute best in Melbourne you have to view the sister centres, Quat Quatta, Nine Darling Street and The International of Brighton. Each venue is renowned for its architecturally stunning buildings, gorgeous gardens and sumptuous food – so much so that the three venues have won more wedding industry awards than any other venue. Visit their website for an absolutely unforgettable event.
On Water
For wedding receptions with a difference, why not organise a cruise? Whether you’re after a classic vessel with gleaming brass and rich timberwork such as Melbourne’s Victoria Star, or more of a modern party boat such as Queensland’s The Lady, a nautical wedding venue cruising Australia’s gorgeous waterways will be a truly memorable occasion.
Over Water
Anyone can hold a wedding reception by the water but few brides can boast hosting one over the water. Aqua is a modern, chic restaurant suspended above the historic North Sydney Olympic Pool. With breathtaking, panoramic views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House, it’s a sensational place guaranteed to make any jaw drop. A finalist in the 2005 ‘Wedding in a Restaurant’ NSW Restaurant and Catering Awards, Aqua’s exquisite menu and wonderful ambience will have your guests talking about your event well into your first wedding anniversary.
On a Hill
A romantic setting, gorgeous sweeping views … add a castle into the equation and you’ll have yourself a location fit for a queen. Nestled high up in Victoria’s Dandenong Ranges is Avalon Castle, a fairytale castle set in two acres of stunning gardens. It boasts a stunning banquet hall where guests can feast like a king and the castle owners will even organise minstrels to entertain you during the party. If the festivities become too merry, you and your guests can also book an overnight stay in one of the castle’s four poster beds. Visit Avalon Castle to make the fairytale come true.
On Home Ground
A marquee is the perfect setting for summer wedding receptions. Airy, roomy and easily erected in a garden, they are the ideal set-up for home events. Many marquee rental companies also offer to decorate, supply tables, chairs, toilet facilities and to lay a dance floor down too - taking a lot of the stress out of organisation for you.
Visit the Bride Online directory via the links above to find the perfect reception venue for your wedding day. Don't forget to browse our directory of wedding photographers to capture images of your special day from your chosen venue.