The Terrace Royal Botanic Gardens is the perfect setting for an elegant garden wedding. Surrounded by lush lawns and tropical plants, the floor-to-ceiling windows are a source of fresh air and natural light for flawless wedding photography. Minutes from Melbourne’s CBD, The Terrace enjoys city views from a relaxed garden setting.
The Terrace combines elegance, tradition, and contemporary style in a flexible "blank canvas" that is perfect for couples who have a specific theme and decor in mind. Set in the heart of Melbourne's iconic Royal Botanic Garden, The Terrace offers a seamless combination of city venue for your wedding day.
The Terrace can comfortably accommodate up to 180 guests with a bridal table for a seated lunch or dinner or up to 300 guests for a cocktail-style event. A flexible dancefloor will get the party started, and to cool down, the floor-to-ceiling glass windows open onto the adjoining terrace. Overlooking Ornamental Lake, your guests can enjoy the gentle evening breeze as they gaze out at the peaceful gardens.
What you'll love about The Terrace Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne for your wedding:
- An iconic Melbourne landmark. The Royal Botanic Gardens are internationally renowned and are an Australian cultural icon. With the Melbourne CBD just minutes away, your wedding at The Terrace will be remembered for years to come.
- Exclusive hire of the venue. When you hire The Terrace, you don't have to share the space with other events. This flexible "blank canvas" venue can be set up or decorated in any way you choose.
- Incredible photography locations. Within the gardens are hundreds of photography locations, from the themed lawns to the numerous lakes and ponds. The Yarra River is just a few minutes walk, and other iconic venues like the NGV and Arts Centre are a short drive away.
Highlights of The Terrace Melbourne weddings:
- Picture-perfect location in the iconic Royal Botanic Gardens
- Uninterrupted views over the beautiful Ornamental Lake
- Stunningly light-filled space for elegant wedding receptions
- Exceptional service and mouthwatering menus from the renowned Darling Group
- Carefully curated packages to suit all wedding styles
- Hand-picked beverage lists showcasing the best local and international wines
- Plenty of accommodation options nearby for wedding guests
"We had our wedding at The Terrace on the weekend and couldn't recommend it more highly. The venue is truly stunning, and the team are all absolutely amazing and did an outstanding job of making sure everything ran smoothly. Our guests all loved the venue, and we received a lot of positive comments about the delicious food and wonderful staff." - Ashlee D.
The Terrace Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
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