They say, “Love is all you need.” However, when planning that perfect and long-awaited day, there’s one more thing you will need… the perfect wedding venue. Choosing a special place to tie the knot is one of the most important decisions you will make in the planning process.
If you’re anticipating a wedding day in the future, it’s safe to say South Florida is just the place to be. The array of scenic outdoor spaces is wide in range and vast in variety. With our peaceful beaches and warm air, our vibrant flowers, and natural beauty, South Florida has become a hub of venues ready and waiting to accommodate.
As an expert in creating personalized wedding experiences, Trina Chaney-Hoo, owner of The Planning Company, provides some insight on locations worth considering. Below is a list of the most recommended outdoor South Florida wedding hot spots. Whether you are a bride on a budget or are ready to pull out all the stops, you can find just the place that will allow your vision to flourish!
The Deering Estate at Cutler, located in Miami
Planted right beside the glistening water of Biscayne Bay, the Deering Estate provides a dreamy backdrop, great for weddings and ceremonies. The reservation location is made up of exquisite gardens and two historic houses, one made of stone and the other a charming cottage.
Boca Raton Club, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, located in Boca Raton
You can’t go wrong with a private beach, outdoor event lawns and an on-sight yacht club marina. Any area at this resort will provide a romantic and breathtaking setting with stunning ocean views.
Pan’s Garden, located in Palm Beach
This hidden gem is the perfect spot for an intimate style wedding. Its natural botanical garden, home to countless unique native Florida plant species, will have you and your guests feeling delighted and enchanted.
Bonnett House, located in Ft. Lauderdale
The Bonnet House, ready to accommodate any size wedding, will ensure an experience tailored to your specific vision. The outdoor space, situated on a coral barrier island, consists of their signature tree-lined fountain, veranda lawn, inner courtyard and lavish hibiscus garden.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, located in Coral Gables
This beautifully landscaped garden consists of one-of-a-kind tropical plants, which showcase nature at its finest. At the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, attendees will likely be ascetically entertained their entire visit. The alluring scenery will certainly make for an unforgettable celebration.
The Breakers, located in Palm Beach
With the professional service and passionate accommodation The Breakers provides, you can’t go wrong in choosing this luxurious venue. Expect your every wish to be exceeded. Not only does the service surpass, their on-the-ocean property will leave you begging to stay.
The Ancient Spanish Monastery, located in North Miami Beach
Filled with character and history, this Ancient Spanish Monastery provides just the right ambiance for your sacred vows to be exchanged. In addition to its gothic-structured building, the property has 20 acres of gardens and five different outdoor spaces to choose from.
Gardens at The Society of the Four Arts, located in Palm Beach
Romantic art sculptures, walkways, fountains, event lighting, and lots of interlaced vines make this venue one well worth considering. Its many elements and carefully designed space equips this garden to make any wedding come to vibrant life.
The Addison, located in Boca Raton
Known for their timeless and elegant wedding creations, The Addison will ensure an event to remember. The venue delivers an old-world vibe, from its 100-year-old trees to its historic and breathtaking estate.
Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, located in West Palm Beach
Weaving within this quaint and picturesque setting is a garden of distinction, packed with history and art. Several sculptures, some standing over twelve feet tall, make up the pathways, creating for numerous fascinating backdrops.
Although love is the primary ingredient to ensuring a perfect wedding, choosing just the right venue comes in at a close second. Each of these spectacular South Florida spots posses a special beauty and a unique atmosphere you are bound to adore. Amidst the chaos, the stress, and the many decisions in the planning process, keep in mind, what is most important above all, is the love that brings everything together.
Got a beautiful South Florida location you think should have made this list? Email [email protected] and tell us about it!
Tori Sollars is a student at Palm Beach Atlantic University. She can be reached at [email protected].
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