Located in Brisbane, Queensland, and searching for a wedding venue with a spectacular water view? To get you started on your wedding planning journey, we recommend you check out these 16 waterfront wedding venues in Brisbane.
1 Waters Edge Weddings and Events at Portside
With multi-award-winning cuisine, impeccable service, and modern decor, Waters Edge Weddings and Events at Portside is the perfect place to host your waterfront wedding in Brisbane. Featuring breathtaking uninterrupted views of the city skyline across the Brisbane River, this stunning venue easily caters for weddings of up to 400 seated guests and 850 cocktail guests. Check out their glowing reviews and find out why so many happy couples adore Waters Edge Weddings and Events at Portside!
- Enjoy breathtaking river and city views
- Two light-filled, modern wedding spaces
- Expansive private balcony for outdoor ceremonies
- Exceptional menus from the Fresh Collective team
2 Stamford Plaza Brisbane
Stamford Plaza Brisbane offers a magical romantic setting for the most memorable and special wedding celebration. Immerse in the warm, luxurious surrounds while taking in the breathtaking panoramic backdrop of the Brisbane River, Story Bridge, and Kangaroo Point Cliffs. The warm hospitality and the many beautiful event spaces are a blank canvas for you to create your dream wedding.
3 The Landing at Dockside
With spectacular views of the Brisbane River and Dockside Marina, award-winning The Landing at Dockside is the perfect setting for a waterfront wedding. This venue offers three unique private function areas catering for up to 1500 guests, so there really is something to suit every wedding. And, with a ceremony garden on site, The Landing at Dockside gives you the convenience of hosting your wedding from start to finish at one location!
4 Riverlife
Highly recommended by their Easy Weddings customers, Riverlife is up there among the best waterfront wedding venues Brisbane has to offer. Boasting spectacular views of Brisbane River and the city skyline, this magical venue offers four unique function spaces to host your special occasion. And, with ceremony areas in nearby Kangaroo Point Parklands and endless photography opportunities by the water, Riverlife provides everything you need in one gorgeous waterfront location. To find out if Riverlife is the wedding venue of your dreams, check out their incredible photo gallery here.
- Gorgeous outdoor sunset venue with city views
- Host your wedding ceremony in Kangaroo Point Parklands
- Stunning open-air riverfront marquees
- Exceptional food menus by The Fresh Collective
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5 Eves on the River
Eves on the River could be the wedding venue you’ve been searching for. Rated five stars on Easy Weddings, this spectacular waterfront venue combines gorgeous views, an impeccable dining experience and an incredible location – the perfect ingredients for an event to remember for many years to come. Ceremonies can be held nearby on the Brisbane Riverbank, and there are plenty of photography opportunities surrounding the venue. So what are you waiting for? Click here to begin planning your stunning waterfront wedding at Eves on the River.
6 Courthouse Restaurant
Backed by five-star reviews and many awards by the Australian Bridal Industry Academy, Courthouse Restaurant is up there among the most sought-after waterfront venues Brisbane has on offer. Built in 1853, this historic venue offers couples the unique opportunity to host their ceremony, reception and photoshoot all within the one stunning location, meaning nobody has to rush between venues on the big day. If you are in the market for a truly spectacular waterfront venue, Courthouse Restaurant is definitely worth taking a second look. Click here to find out more.
7 The Lighthouse Restaurant
Located in Cleveland, Queensland, The Lighthouse Restaurant is the perfect choice for an oceanfront wedding. Featuring views of Moreton Bay and its surrounding islands, this relaxed, peaceful and beautiful nautically-styled venue is a particular favourite among ocean lovers and those wanting to create a truly stunning event for their special occasion. Whether you are celebrating with just your nearest and dearest or planning a lavish event of up to 250 guests, there is something for every ocean lover at The Lighthouse Restaurant. Click here for more information.
8 Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Located at Manly Harbour, Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron could be the wedding venue you’ve been searching for. This historic sailing club offers couples the unique opportunity to host their ceremony, photoshoot and reception all within the one stunning location – meaning nobody has to travel between venues on the big day. To find out more about this gorgeous waterfront venue, visit their Easy Weddings storefront here.
9 Sandstone Point Hotel
Featuring absolute water frontage, Sandstone Point Hotel is a particular favourite among Brisbane couples hoping to tie the knot by the water. This gorgeous venue offers couples the choice between four ceremony sites and four unique function spaces, meaning no two weddings are the same at Sandstone Point Hotel. And, with plenty of photo opportunities throughout the venue and along the beach, this venue really is a photographer’s dream come true. Click here to find out more about Sandstone Point Hotel.
10 Full Moon Hotel
Highly recommended by their Easy Weddings customers, The Full Moon Hotel is the perfect setting for a waterfront wedding. Featuring spectacular views over Bramble Bay, this venue offers two stunning function spaces catering for intimate and lavish events alike. Whatever you envision for your special occasion, the dedicated function team behind The Full Moon Hotel will ensure your wedding is something to be remembered for many years to come. Click here for further information.
- 180-degree views of Bramble Bay
- Heritage building dates back to 1867
- Waterfront wedding venue
- All-inclusive wedding packages
11 Rydges Hotel South Bank
Rydges Hotel South Bank is the perfect choice for those wanting to WOW guests with their venue choice. Known for its uninterrupted views of the Brisbane River and the city skyline, this five-star venue goes above and beyond to bring dream weddings to life. Whatever you envision for your special occasion, the dedicated wedding planner behind Rydges Hotel South Bank has something to suit events of all shapes, sizes and budgets. Click here to find out more.
12 Kookaburra Showboat Cruises
You simply cannot get any more waterfront than with a magical event aboard Kookaburra Showboat Cruises. Specialising in spectacular events, the Kookaburra Queen paddlewheelers offer couples the unique opportunity to host their wedding on the water. Whatever you envision an intimate family gathering or a lavish soiree of up to 350 guests, there is something for every wedding aboard Kookaburra Showboat Cruises. But don’t just take our word for it – check out their incredible photo gallery and find out for yourself why so many newlyweds adored their experience with Kookaburra Showboat Cruises.
13 Blackbird Private Dining & Events
Blackbird Private Dining & Events could be the wedding venue you have been searching for. A popular choice among Brisbane couples, this stunning venue provides the choice from a number of versatile function spaces catering for intimate events and lavish soirees alike. To find out more about this spectacular waterfront venue, check out their Easy Weddings storefront here.
14 The Ship Inn - Southbank
The Ship Inn offers an intimate waterfront wedding venue in the heart of Brisbane’s Southbank Parklands. This historic venue offers an upstairs function room with a unique and intimate atmosphere, featuring a beautiful veranda wrapping around the outside. This function space can accommodate anywhere from 30 to 100 seated guests or 200 guests cocktail style. Check out their gallery and reviews, and begin planning your special day at The Ship Inn.
15 Room Three Sixty
Room Three Sixty offers a sophisticated top-floor wedding venue at Gardens Point, with views of the Brisbane City skyline including the Brisbane River, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, and the City Botanic Gardens. Offering a bar and two adjoining outdoor terraces, this venue accommodates 200 guests in banquet style seating, 260 theatre style, and 320 guests cocktail style. Check out this gallery – Room Three Sixty just might be the perfect place to host your wedding!
16 Watt Restaurant and Bar
Watt Restaurant and Bar offers a beautiful waterfront location as a backdrop to your big day. Featuring a number of unique event spaces to choose from including private dining areas and alfresco terraces, this venue hosts both wedding ceremonies and receptions. And, with the capacity to host 160 seated guests or up to 400 cocktail guests, there really is something for every wedding at Watt Restaurant and Bar. Check out their storefront today!
For thousands of couples across Australia, booking their dream venue is one of the most important elements when it comes to wedding planning. For a majority of those, choosing a venue with spectacular water views is paramount. If you are located in Brisbane, Queensland, our list of the best waterfront venues Brisbane has to offer is the perfect place to start your venue search. You can thank us later.