Bride Guide: Our Top Southern California Wedding Venues

 

Imagine: you clink glasses with the love of your life, you’re married as of an hour ago, and you watch the California sun going down over the water. Or maybe you’re watching friends dance under string lights on the patio of a sprawling vineyard. Or maybe you’re twirling on marble floors at a historic Los Angeles hotel, wondering how you got so lucky. Whether you’re hoping for a beachside bash or an intimate courtyard affair, there’s sure to be a Southern California wedding venue that fits the bill for your big day. Here are a few of our favorites.

 

Let the Pacific Coast Highway guide your guests to the entrance of your special day. Located in Bel-Air, this private clubhouse and sprawling lawn is the perfect mix of all things Southern California. There are multiple indoor and outdoor options to serve as ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception spaces. Another thing we love about Bay Club is that their Michelin-starred chef and professional catering team will be serving guests on your wedding day. The hardest decision you’ll have to make at the Bay Club is which picturesque backdrop is best for your nuptials.

 

Perfect for a couple who wants to be outside in style, Temecula’s Rancho Bellasanté is one of the most beautiful vineyards and lemon groves in California. Get married with a view of the mountains, or among the trees, or next to an idyllic pond…the list goes on! Wedding packages at Rancho Bellasanté include 12-hour access to the space on wedding day, a 2-hour engagement photo shoot, dressing suites, and much more.

 

We can’t get enough of the architecture at The Majestic in downtown Los Angeles. A fabulous mix of old Hollywood and European renaissance, The Majestic makes for a luxurious and unique wedding aesthetic. One of our favorite parts about this venue is how customizable your celebration can be. Opt to use the expert in-house caterer, or hire your own. Bring in your own bright flowers and personal touches, or let the simple majesty of the space speak for itself.

 

This seaside San Diego resort offers the estate-style wedding of your dreams. While there are plenty of beautiful indoor areas to choose from at this resort, we think you can’t beat the quiet coastline for your ceremony, reception, welcome drinks, or farewell brunch. One big plus for this venue? You, your new spouse, the wedding party, and all your guests will love staying at L’Auberge for the weekend, making this a relaxing weekend for all.

 

Planning a smaller affair? Malibu Rocky Oaks Estate is our favorite choice for smaller weddings in Southern California. It’s hard to believe this venue is in our home state of California instead of in the Italian countryside. Located up on a sunny hillside with a view of the Santa Monica Mountains no matter where you turn, you won’t find a more photo-worthy spot to say “I do.” 

 

It’s the most picturesque hotel in all of Pasadena, and maybe the entire state. The Langham Huntington is another great option for couples who’d like to book a room at their venue and make a relaxing vacation out of their wedding weekend. You can even enjoy a full spa day on the premises before or after your big day. Get married on the impeccable lawn or grand ballroom—there’s no wrong choice.

 

Suddenly, we’re all daydreaming about getting married at a five-star hotel on Newport Beach. It’s summer all year long at Pelican Hill, and your wedding day here is guaranteed to be one of the most beautiful memories of your life. From acres of golfing green to relaxing private bungalows, you and your dearly beloved won’t want to leave after the reception is over. With plenty of lavish indoor and outdoor venues to consider, Pelican Hill promises a wedding beyond your most vivid imagination.

 

Located in Riverside, The Mission Inn is about as iconic as it gets. We think this is one of the most versatile wedding venues in Southern California. Choose to get married in a decadent chapel, a Parisian ballroom, a Spanish art gallery, or outside in a Californian courtyard. There’s a venue at this hotel to fit any wedding vibe, and you’ll be glad that this historical landmark was the start of your love story.

 

There’s nothing like the sweeping view from Cielo Farms. This estate will transport you straight to Tuscany, and your guests will be awed by how the space transforms from a golden hour ceremony to an all-night celebration. Cielo Farms is a highly-awarded event space for a reason. From incredible natural beauty to an event team who really knows their stuff, this is easily one of the most sought-after vineyards in Southern California.

 

Allow the framework of a converted cathedral to be the breathtaking background of your wedding day. The ceiling soars up to 45-feet, and towering windows send sunlight streaming into your ceremony. The award-winning pair of chefs at Vibiana will personalize their menu to fit your tastes, which is only one of the shining aspects of this venue. Showcasing the finest legacies of historic Los Angeles, we think Vibiana has some of the most potential for creating a wedding day specifically catered to you.