An extensive list of Auckland Wedding Venues by Wedding Photographer Lydia Rachel – Updated for 2025.

We are spoiled with Auckland wedding venues, there are a lot! With our sprawling coastlines, a harbour full of islands, lush bush and gardens, rural landscapes and iconic city architecture, there is something for everyone. I have organised this list by area; the Auckland region goes far and wide. This is not every single location you could get married in, but it’s a pretty strong list! Think I missed an Auckland wedding venue? Leave a comment and let me know!

North Shore Auckland Wedding Venues:

1. The Officers Mess – Ceremony with an ocean view out to Rangitoto, white wall reception space.
2. Boutique Barn – Rural, intimate barn venue in Puhoi.
3. McHughs – On the beach venue in Cheltenham.
4. The Grange Takapuna – Bistro/bar style space with multiple event area options.
5. Fields Cafe – Modern cafe that converts to event venue space.
6. Warbler’s Retreat – Eco retreat tucked in native bush for intimate elopements.
7. Northridge Country Lodge – Country-style lodge with gardens and on-site accommodation.
8. The Wharf – Elegant and modern waterfront venue with harbour views.
9. St Leonards Chapel & Gardens (Wilson Home Trust) – A sweet chapel full of natural light and surrounded by gardens.

Matakana + Warkworth Area Wedding Venues:

1. The Stables – Rustic with large lawns and horse arena/market surroundings. Beautiful St Andrews chapel on site.
2. Willow Lodge – Classic historic home with lush surroundings, perfect for getting ready and a photo location.
3. Six One Five – A boutique venue with a modern building and lush outdoor space overlooking a waterfall.
4. Vanderosa Farms – Modern barn venue, high atop a farm with sweeping ocean views.
5. The Farmer’s Daughter – Beautiful cafe spot with deck, lawn space and pretty gardens.
6. Plume – Modern, manicured vineyard venue.
7. Redwoods Treehouse – Amongst the treetops in a magical forest.
8. Tauwharanui Lodge – Lodge with permanent marquee setup and estuary + lawn area.
9. Matakana Estate Lodge – Private retreat with panoramic vineyard views, indoor pool, cellar‑dining experience and capacity for marquee events.
10. Sculptureum – Unique and quirky sculpture park.
11. Bali Garden Matakana – Tropical-inspired garden venue with Balinese pavilions and lush surroundings.
12. Tu Ngutu Villa – Luxury villa with expansive ocean views and an infinity pool.
13. Te Muri Ridge – Architecturally designed home, infinity pool, rural and coastal views.
14. Kawau Lodge Boutique Resort – Waterfront venue with native bush and tropical garden on Kawau Island.
15. Songbird Retreat – Garden‑valley venue built for marquee weddings amid streams, ponds and terraced lawns.
16. Woodhouse Mountain Lodge – Boutique venue with sweeping Hauraki Gulf views.
17. Couldrey House & Garden – Historic Victorian‑Edwardian homestead in Wenderholm Regional Park.
18. Ascension – A Mediterranean-inspired winery in Matakana with romantic vineyard views and a rustic, European feel.
19. Leigh Central – A coastal boutique venue offering relaxed seaside charm and on-site accommodation.
20. Mahurangi West Hall – A quaint countryside hall with stunning estuary views, perfect for intimate and DIY-friendly weddings.
21. Waterfall Farm – A private rural haven featuring rolling hills, native bush, and a picturesque on-site waterfall.

West Auckland Wedding Venues:

1. Jonkers Farm (Puketotara) – Farm property with forest ceremony space and expansive options.
2. Allely Estate – Garden courtyard space with permanent marquee reception space.
3. HUs – Boutique countryside venue and accommodation.
4. McGrath Estate – Huge farm property with traditional American Red Barn.
5. Kumeu Valley Estate – Versatile outdoor space with rustic barn.
6. Markovina – Gardens with water features and multiple spaces, vine-covered ceilings.
7. The Barn Waimauku – Private property forest and barn venue.
8. The Hunting Lodge – Modern blank canvas barn and large vineyard property.
9. Casabella – Rustic, Mediterranean, intimate garden venue.
10. Tui Hills – Nestled in the bush, a native garden setting.
11. Abel Estate – Vineyard, lake and garden property.
12. The Riverhead Boathouse – Lawn overlooking the river with boat house reception space.
13. Flaxmere House – Intimate west coast space with lush grounds.
14. Waitakere Resort + Spa – Extensive property set in the bush with gardens and a chapel.
15. Waterfall Farm – Woodland ceremony spot, space for a marquee and glamping.
16. Coatesville Settlers Hall – Council-owned historic hall, blank canvas.
17. Bridgewater Country Estate – Rolling lawns, landscaped gardens, a chapel and native bush.
18. The Ground at Whoa! Studios – Large, modern and arty creative space.
19. Whispering Waters – Farm property eco-space. Orchard, meadows and a waterfall.
20. Boathouse Row – A gorgeous luxury house on a lake’s edge in Coatesville.
21. The Brigham – Historic charm meets elegant garden settings.
22. Muriwai Golf Links – Stunning coastal views and dramatic black sand beaches as a breathtaking backdrop.
23. French Bay Yacht Club – Waterfront sophistication with panoramic sea views and yacht club ambience.
24. Willow and Eves – Boutique garden venue offering intimate, lush, and stylish ceremony spaces.
25. Lakefront Residence – An idyllic country retreat on the edge of a secluded lake.
26. Vineyard Cottages – Rustic vineyard cottages perfect for relaxed country-style weddings.
27. Lone Pine Estate – A luxurious, Italian-inspired estate in Riverhead featuring grand Renaissance architecture, manicured gardens, a 20 m Florentine-mosaic rotunda, Marble Hall with Murano chandeliers, and an open-air amphitheatre.
28. Corban Estate Arts Centre – A creative and character-filled venue with heritage buildings and an artsy, urban vibe.
29. Settlers Country Manor – A romantic heritage venue with gardens, stone fireplaces, and vintage charm in a countryside setting.

Central Auckland Wedding Venues:

1. Brad’s Warehouse – A striking 19th-century bluestone warehouse in Auckland CBD, offering a spacious, two-level blank-canvas venue with exposed beams and polished timber.
2. Mantells Mount Eden – A slice of Europe in the heart of Mount Eden. Luxurious, rustic vibe.
3. Space on Crummer – A clean, modern space to make your own, witha beautiful courtyard.
4. Sapphire Room – Ponsonby Central – High-stud, wooden floors in the heart of Ponsonby.
5. The Northern Club – A prestigious heritage clubhouse nestled in central Auckland, marrying ivy-clad Victorian‑Italianate architecture with refined indoor and rooftop stylish spaces.
6. Cibo – Award-winning restaurant, tranquil courtyard setting.
7. Auckland Museum – History and uniqueness. Multiple spaces. Great for large weddings.
8. The Hotel Britomart – Exposed brick, modern spaces, a hotel with style, groundedness, and beauty.
9. The French Cafe – Beautiful, intimate space, concrete, art, fine dining restaurant.
10. Glasshouse – Calm, serene space filled with greenery. Natural light, perfect in any weather.
11. Highwic House – Heritage building, Victorian 1800s details, multiple options.
12. East St Hall – Renovated community hall, colourful open space with delicious cocktails.
13. Good George Mission Bay – Upper deck and open plan space overlooking Mission Bay.
14. Mantells Tamaki Drive – Clean white space, curved windows, wooden floors, ocean and city views.
15. Okahu – Over-the-water venue, jetty, lots of windows, modern vibes with ocean views.
16. Alberton – White villa-style heritage building. Large wrap-around decks. Gardens.
17. Five Knots – On the water, white space to make your own, high-stud ceilings, city and ocean views.
18. Cordis – Modern luxury hotel venue with versatile event spaces and five-star service.
19. Wynyard Pavilion – Contemporary waterfront venue with stunning harbour vistas.
20. St Matthew’s in the City – An Iconic heritage church in downtown Auckland.
21. Hilton Auckland – Waterfront luxury hotel blending historic architecture with modern elegance.
22. Alexandra Park – Large function space situated at the racecourse.
23. Pullman Auckland Hotel – Upscale city hotel offering sophisticated event spaces and personalised service.
24. Hotel Debrett – Boutique luxury hotel with art deco charm in Auckland’s CBD.
25. Crown Range Cellar Lounge – Cozy and stylish lounge space ideal for intimate gatherings and receptions.
26. Rosanna’s – Charming restaurant venue with a warm atmosphere in Kingsland.
27. Auckland Art Gallery – Unique and artistic venue offering stunning spaces surrounded by creative masterpieces.
28. Auckland Zoo – A fun, unique venue with lush backdrops and the option to include animal encounters in your day.
29. Old Government House – A stately historic venue in the city, offering heritage charm and elegant garden surrounds.
30. Mechanics Bay – An industrial-chic waterfront space with sweeping harbour views and a blank canvas for creative styling.
31. The Maritime Room – A stylish viaduct venue with polished interiors and unobstructed views of Auckland’s harbour.
32. Akarana – A modern yacht club venue offering oceanfront views, flexible spaces, and a relaxed coastal feel.
33. Soho Luxury Hotel – A sleek, luxury city hotel with designer interiors and an upscale, intimate atmosphere.
34. Sorrento in the Park – Classic and convenient, this central venue overlooks Cornwall Park and offers timeless elegance.
35. Ellerslie Event Centre – A spacious and versatile venue with multiple event spaces and grandstand views over lush grounds.
36. Pax Dining – A private, European‑charm villa venue in Remuera with a lofty conservatory and lush courtyard, offering bespoke seasonal menus and intimate weddings by local chef Guy Kidd .
37. The Ever Room – A sunlit, flexible Karangahape Road event space with high ceilings and a stylish blank-canvas layout, ideal for creative weddings and photoshoots.
38. Fable Auckland – A boutique Art Deco–style hotel in the heart of Auckland CBD, featuring elegant event spaces like the grand Sinclair Room and intimate Soda Suite.
39. Orakei Bay – A modern, multi-level waterfront venue with lush gardens and panoramic views.
40. QT Auckland – Chic, boutique setting with eclectic design, harbour views, and versatile spaces – including the stylish Rooftop at QT and Mediterranean-inspired Esther restaurant.

South + East Auckland Wedding Venues:

1. Abbeville Estate – Elegant heritage estate surrounded by lush gardens and classic architecture.
2. McCallum Residence – A secluded luxury estate with panoramic coastal views, perfect for an elegant and private celebration.
3. Puketutu Island Estate – A grand heritage mansion on a private island, offering timeless elegance and lush tropical garden surroundings.
4. Bracu – A peaceful estate nestled among olive groves, combining fine dining and refined rural charm just outside Auckland.
5. Farm House Cafe – A relaxed Clevedon venue with barn, orchard, and lawn spaces, perfect for intimate weddings with seasonal catering and country charm.
6. Kauri Bay Boomrock – A private Clevedon estate with ocean views, exceptional cuisine, and stylish spaces for up to 250 guests.
7. Te Hihi Estate – A luxurious countryside estate with manicured grounds, modern amenities, and total privacy.
8. Hedges Estate – An elegant garden venue offering sweeping views, refined spaces, and exclusive use.
9. Castaways – Unique clifftop venue offering stunning west-coast ocean views.
10. Howick Historical Village – Quaint heritage site perfect for vintage-inspired weddings.
11. Connemara Country Lodge – Countryside lodge with tranquil gardens and a rustic feel.
12. Tabula Rasa – A lush, purpose-built wedding venue in South Auckland featuring tropical gardens, a poolside area, and elegant indoor spaces.
13. Deer Valley – Known for its elegant, rustic charm and unique photo opportunities, such as guests feeding the deer.
14. Percy – Modern and spacious cafe space close to the airport.
15. Turanga Creek – A mix of rustic and modern elements, including a stable, a lake, and expansive vineyard views.
16. Rydges Formosa Golf Resort – A clifftop golf resort on the Pohutukawa Coast with ocean views, on-site villas, and flexible spaces for up to 280 guests.
17. Nocton Woolshed – Charming rustic venue set in a historic woolshed with country character.
18. Dellrian Gardens – Beautifully landscaped gardens providing a serene wedding backdrop.
19. La Valla Estate – A versatile venue offering a blend of rustic and chic elements suitable for both large and intimate celebrations.
20. Karaka Pavilion – Large-scale horse stud venue.
21. Auckland Botanic Gardens – Vast botanical gardens offering multiple picturesque ceremony and photo locations.
22. Beaufords – Stunning 1920s homestead, surrounded by lush private gardens in Totara Park.
23. Cliffside – Glamping venue on the secluded cliff tops beyond Castaways Resort.
24. Hunua Falls Camp – A rustic bush venue with a chapel near the dramatic Hunua Falls, ideal for nature lovers and multi-day weddings.
25. Hololio House – A historic Clevedon homestead set on a working farm, perfect for intimate weddings with countryside charm.

Waiheke Island Wedding Venues:

1. Delamore Lodge – Luxurious cliff-top lodge with spectacular ocean vistas.
2. Mudbrick – Renowned vineyard estate combining rustic charm with award-winning cuisine.
3. Casita Miro – Mediterranean-style villa offering a romantic and intimate wedding setting.
4. Goldie Estate – Boutique winery venue blending historic charm with stunning vineyard views.
5. Cable Bay – Modern winery and event space with harbour and island views.
6. Stonyridge – A romantic winery offering celebrations amidst vineyards and olive groves.
7. Man O War – The island’s only beachfront vineyard venue, boasting a charming seaside chapel, a spacious event pavilion.
8. Poderi Crisci – Destination vineyard and Italian restaurant on Waiheke Island, offering a truly immersive food and wine experience. 
9. The Batch Winery – Waiheke’s highest vineyard- offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the Hauraki Gulf.
10. The Oyster Inn – Chic and casual seaside venue with a relaxed island vibe.
11. Waikopou (Waiheke Island Weddings) – A modern, architecturally designed home with breathtaking sea views.
12. Tantalus – Elegant winery estate with lush gardens and sophisticated event spaces.
13. Passage Rock Wines – Stylish winery offering unique architectural spaces and scenic views.
14. Onetangi Community Hall – Friendly and flexible local hall ideal for casual island weddings.
15. Waiheke Island Resort – Clean and modern poolside space.
16. Wild Estate – Simple, elegant yet unpretentious modern wedding venue.
17. Mawhiti – Exclusive private property with stunning coastal views and sculptural architecture.
18. Nameless Bay (Waiheke Island Weddings) – A Remote and scenic bay perfect for intimate beach ceremonies.
19. Putiki Estate (Waiheke Island Weddings) – Luxury lodge-style home. Chic and spacious with open plan living areas and clifftop ocean views.
20. Allpress Olive Groves – Multiple home locations, each with intimate and stylish indoor and outdoor spaces, surrounded by gardens, groves and bush. 

Something Different

1. Hire a boat and get married out in the harbour or nestled in one of the many island bays.
2. Search Backyard Weddings for exclusive properties and private home options.
3. Look through Sharedspace to see unique spaces of all kinds.
4. Search Airbnb and reach out to owners who may consider hosting your special day.
5. Talk to your favourite cafe or restaurant to see if they will let you transform their space for a wedding.
6. Look through the Auckland Council website for some incredible (and affordable) bookable community buildings, parks and heritage properties.
7. Churches. Most of these listed above are reception venues, but if you want your ceremony in a church, there are some beautiful ones in Auckland, and sometimes an attached hall or space for receptions also.
8. Consider the properties of your family and friends, and putting a marquee up to create your dream day.
9. Ask your local theatre/cinema/studio if they’d consider letting you use their space.

Extra Resources and Inspiration for Auckland Wedding Venues

1. Together Journal
2. Auckland Weddings
3. NZ Venues
4. The Kiwi Wedding Podcast
5. My Wedding Guide

This is not an extensive list! Let me know any key venues I have missed. While I try to keep this list as updated as possible, unfortunately, businesses close and circumstances change sometimes, so excuse me if the information isn’t accurate.
None of these mentions are sponsored or paid for in any way. Do your own research, read reviews and choose wisely.

Got a question? I have photographed hundreds of weddings and have extensive knowledge of venues and vendors in the Auckland region. Pop over to my contact page or email me at lydia@lydiarachel.com, and I’d be happy to help!