21 stunning waterfront wedding venues in Sydney

If you’re considering a waterfront wedding venue in Sydney, you’re certainly in for a treat. The city offers an abundance of stunning locations with breathtaking water views.

Whether you’re looking for a chic beachside hotel or a picturesque garden setting with stunning water views, there’s sure to be a Sydney venue that suits your style. To help you narrow down your options, here’s a list of 21 can’t-miss waterfront wedding venues in Sydney. So if you’re searching for something special, start with these amazing locations:

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1. Gunners’ Barracks

Set atop one of Sydney’s most iconic vantage points, Gunners’ Barracks is the perfect setting for an unforgettable wedding experience. Overlooking the sparkling harbour, this secluded venue offers a truly romantic setting with luxurious features and impeccable service. From the opulent Waterford chandeliers and hand-printed Florence Broadhurst wallpaper to the sumptuous cuisine, your every expectation will be exceeded.

2. Bathers’ Pavilion Mosman

With more than 20 years of experience creating memorable weddings on the Balmoral beachfront, Bathers’ Pavilion is a fabulous choice if you’re on the hunt for a sophisticated waterfront venue in Sydney’s picturesque suburb of Mosman. A heritage building brimming with coastal charm and Art Deco elegance, the Pavilion is home to a versatile, light-filled reception room and a spacious European-inspired terrace overlooking Balmoral Beach.

3. InterContinental Sydney Double Bay

Picture this: your fairytale wedding in one of the world’s most luxurious hotels. It doesn’t get much better than InterContinental Sydney Double Bay! This hotel oozes quality from top to bottom with exquisite ballroom spaces and 140 Italian marble bathrooms. Add in world-class dining, an events team praised as the best in Sydney, and a rooftop area with glorious views of the harbour, and you have everything you need for the perfect wedding.

4. Zest Waterfront Venues Beachouse at Mosman

The Boathouse at The Spit is one of Zest Waterfront Venues’ most idyllic wedding reception locations. Nestled beside Sydney’s breathtaking Middle Harbour and boasting mesmerizing sea views, this gorgeous venue offers couples a truly riverside wedding experience. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be enchanted by the venue’s charming timber décor and exquisite gold-leaf painted ceilings. Plus, award-winning cuisines and complimentary in-house styling mean your wedding will be nothing short of perfect.

5. Pier One Sydney Harbour

Walsh Bay’s Pier One Sydney Harbour is a one-of-a-kind wedding venue and luxury hotel that offers stunning waterfront views of the Sydney skyline. Whether you’re dreaming of an indoor wedding reception with panoramic views of the harbour or an outdoor ceremony in a beautiful marquee, Pier One has everything you need to make your dream day a reality. With three event spaces to choose from, it can accommodate weddings of all sizes.

6. Ovolo Woolloomooloo

Perfectly placed on a heritage-listed wharf overlooking Sydney Harbour, Ovolo Woolloomooloo offers beautiful water views and stunning modern interiors for your Sydney wedding. This funky boutique hotel has everything you need for an unforgettable wedding experience in one place, including luxe accommodation, stylish and versatile event spaces, exceptional service from a dedicated in-house wedding team, and innovative fine-dining menus.

7. Horizons Wedding Venue

Is there anything more romantic than a beachside wedding? Horizons Weddings in Maroubra offers stunning ocean views, making it the perfect place to celebrate your love. With an open-plan function room and an exclusive outdoor ceremony spot, Horizons is the ideal venue for your coastal Sydney wedding. Your guests will be blown away by its desirable location and picturesque setting.

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8. Sergeants’ Mess

Sergeants’ Mess Sydney is the epitome of luxury. With its stunning waterfront location, chic design, and absolute privacy, it’s the perfect choice for an exceptional day. The magnificent views of Sydney Harbour and its surroundings will leave you breathless, while the contemporary décor and hints of grandeur from the 1960s provide an elegance that’s simply unmatched. Sergeants’ Mess is sure to make your wedding day unforgettable.

9. Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour

Looking for a luxurious and romantic setting to celebrate your love? Look no further than Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour. This elegant hotel offers refined event spaces with a touch of European flair, perfect for an unforgettable wedding day. Say your vows on the hotel’s magnificent pool terrace overlooking Darling Harbour, then dance the night away in the grand Magnifique Ballroom for an extraordinary wedding reception. With its impeccable service and attention to detail, this is the perfect choice for a truly memorable celebration.

10. Zest Waterfront Venues Boathouse

The Boathouse at The Spit is one of Zest Waterfront Venues’ most idyllic wedding reception locations. Nestled beside Sydney’s breathtaking Middle Harbour and boasting mesmerizing sea views, this gorgeous venue offers couples a truly riverside wedding experience. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be enchanted by the venue’s charming timber décor and exquisite gold-leaf painted ceilings. Plus, award-winning cuisines and complimentary in-house styling mean your wedding will be nothing short of perfect.

11. Coogee Bay Hotel

Looking for a relaxed beachside venue in Sydney? Coogee Bay Hotel is the perfect place. Just 20 minutes from Sydney’s CBD, it offers couples a stunning beachfront retreat. Featuring two spacious rooms and a private balcony, the hotel is designed for guests to move through the venue with ease. The dedicated events staff will set up your ceremony out on the balcony overlooking the water – complete with towering palm trees and an unbeatable view of rolling waves.

12. Dockside

Step into a world of luxury at Dockside Sydney. This premium wedding venue offers an unforgettable setting for your special day, with sweeping views of Darling Harbour and a large undercover terrace. Whether you’re hosting your ceremony, reception, or both, Dockside provides the perfect backdrop for your event. Indulge in elegance and make memories that will last a lifetime at Dockside.

13. The Theatre Bar at the End of the Wharf

Theatre Bar at the End of the Wharf is the perfect venue for your wedding ceremony and reception in Sydney’s picturesque Walsh Bay, with its relaxed rustic interiors and jaw-dropping harbour views. Say your vows on the spacious outdoor balcony overlooking Sydney Harbour, then head indoors to enjoy an unforgettable reception in the open-plan warehouse-style space.

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