Austin Wedding Venues We Love
Planning a wedding in Austin? We are new here, so most of these are venues we admire rather than ones we have filmed. Here are ten of our favorites in and around the city, from a historic estate downtown to Hill Country views. Guest counts are approximate, so check with each venue for the latest.
In this guide:
- Commodore Perry Estate
- The Riley Building
- Justine's Secret House
- Renaissance Austin Arboretum Domain Hotel
- The Addison Grove
- The Oasis on Lake Travis
- Prospect House
- The Greenhouse at Driftwood
- The Ice Plant Bldg
- The Flying V Ranch
1.Commodore Perry Estate
Central Austin, about 10 minutes from downtown
A 1928 mansion on ten walled acres, restored and reopened in 2020 as an Auberge hotel. Formal gardens and a historic chapel make it the classic choice for a polished, timeless wedding without leaving the city.
- Best for
- A formal, garden wedding in the city
- Good to know
- The estate requires a wedding planner
- @commodoreperryestate
2.The Riley Building
Downtown Austin, on Lavaca Street
Two floors in the middle of downtown, with an indoor hall below and a glass-topped rooftop above. If you want the Austin skyline in the background of your day, this is the one.
- Best for
- A city wedding with skyline views
- Guests
- About 150 to 180
3.Justine's Secret House
East Austin, about 5 minutes from downtown
A renovated Victorian house tied to Justine's Brasserie, one of Austin's favorite French restaurants. It is small on purpose: ivy walls, candlelight and a dinner your guests will still talk about.
- Best for
- An intimate wedding with great food
- Guests
- About 65
- Good to know
- Nearby parking is limited, so plan rides for guests
4.Renaissance Austin Arboretum Domain Hotel
The Arboretum, north Austin
A full service hotel near the Domain, with room for a big guest list and an easy weekend for everyone: your guests can celebrate and stay in the same place.
- Best for
- A large wedding with guests staying on site
- Guests
- 300 or more
5.The Addison Grove
Southwest Austin, on Fitzhugh Road
Twenty six acres of Hill Country with a ceremony space under a canopy of live oaks. It feels far from everything, and it is still an easy drive from the city.
- Best for
- An outdoor ceremony under the oaks
- Guests
- About 300 seated
6.The Oasis on Lake Travis
Lake Travis, northwest Austin
High on the hills above Lake Travis and famous for its sunsets. Terraces and glass walled rooms keep the water in view for the whole celebration.
- Best for
- Lake views and a big sunset
- Guests
- About 100 in the Sunset Villa, up to 400 on the Starlight Terrace
- Website
- oasis-austin.com
7.Prospect House
Dripping Springs, Texas
A private Hill Country property of about twenty acres, known for clean modern lines and long views. The open-air ceremony frame lets the sky do most of the decorating.
- Best for
- A modern wedding with big Hill Country views
- Guests
- About 200 seated
- Website
- prospecthousetx.com
8.The Greenhouse at Driftwood
Driftwood, Texas
Stone stairways, lush planting and a greenhouse ceremony space southwest of Austin. It feels like a garden estate, and it makes a beautiful backdrop for a recessional.
- Best for
- A romantic garden wedding
- Guests
- About 150 seated
- @thegreenhouse_driftwood
9.The Ice Plant Bldg
La Grange, Texas, about an hour from Austin
An 1888 ice plant turned wedding venue, with concrete walls and tall ceilings that work like a blank canvas. If you have a strong style in mind, this is a space you can completely make your own.
- Best for
- A modern, industrial wedding
- Guests
- About 250
- @theiceplantbldg
10.The Flying V Ranch
San Saba, Texas, about two hours from Austin
A Texas ranch out past the Hill Country, and the one venue on this list we have filmed. Dirt roads, open pasture and a long golden evening: press play to see Lauren and Logan's day.
- Area
- San Saba, Texas, about two hours from Austin
- Our film
- Lauren & Logan's wedding
We film and photograph weddings across Austin: see our Austin wedding videographer and photographer page.
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