Diving into our favorite wedding venues in Southern California
Over the past several years we have had the great opportunity of working at some incredible wedding venues throughout Southern California, today we wanted to highlight a few personal favorites. If you are in the midst of wedding planning and searching for a few recommendations we hope these help!
Luce Loft - Downtown San Diego
Like most of the Luce venues - This venue offers a blank slate for your planning, allowing you to transform this loft/industrial style space into your dream wedding space. Situated just around the corner from Petco Park, you are in the heart of East Village.
BLDG 177 - Liberty Station
Known for its grand vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, the venue offers over 7,000 sq. ft of versatile space with an entry foyer, a scenic outdoor patio, prep kitchen, and bridal suite included with every rental. This venue is perfect for weddings, social receptions, large meetings, and trade shows for guest counts of 175-700.
Morgan Estate - Temecula
Morgan Hill Estate is set on 20 acres in the heart of the Temecula Wine Country. The existing structure was architecturally redesigned by the renowned Charleston South Carolina designer Merrill Benfield. His creation will allow you and your guests to be transported back to the South of long ago.
Ole Hanson Beach Club - San Clemente
If your looking for a coastal venue along the water, this is it. Have your ceremony on the outdoor lawn as you watch the waves during your ceremony.
The Lane - Downtown San Diego
The Lane, in the historical Embarcadero area of Downtown San Diego, is your answer. With stunning views of the San Diego Bay, this versatile venue offers 12,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor areas, including a fabulous 3,500-square-foot terrace.
Tivoli - Fallbrook
Perched atop edible olive & herb groves, surrounded by old growth orchards and mountain views. This venue is host to one wedding per day with an undeniable sense of privacy and tranquility.
Torrey Pines Lodge - Torrey Pines
If you are looking for that classic, luxury feel, than Torrey Pines Lodge is it. Situated on La Jolla’s coastline with panoramic views of the world-renowned Torrey Pines Golf Course, The Lodge at Torrey Pines is a setting unlike any other.
Callaway Winery - Temecula
Nestled between breathtaking views of the rolling hills and vineyards in the heart of Temecula Valley’s Wine Country, Callaway Vineyard & Winery is the perfect location for brides to celebrate their unforgettable wine country weddings.
Flora - Downtown San Diego
Thoughtfully designed down to the tiniest detail, Flora is the answer for those who want to gather and celebrate in a spectacular, turn-key event space in San Diego that can be transformed according to their personalities and vision. You’ll love the lofted ceilings, the lush living wall, skylights, garden chandeliers, and over 130 live plants. To see it is to truly understand.
La Valencia - La Jolla
Offering classic glamour and coastal charm above the cliffs of La Jolla Cove, La Valencia Hotel is a picture-perfect setting for California weddings, celebrations, and social events. Walk down the aisle, share holidays, make memories, and embrace the timeless grace of La Valencia.
Venue 808 - Downtown San Diego
As preferred vendors, we might be a bit biased, but this is our favorite venue in San Diego. Here is a glimpse at a few of our recent videos here over the past couple years.
Galway Downs - Temecula
In the heart of the world-famous SoCal wine country, this stunning ranch wedding venue amazes with its exceptional blend of lush green meadows, and modern amenities. Enjoy an elegant reception in the modernized barn we call 'the Carriage House,' featuring cathedral ceilings, panoramic window walls, a stately built-in bar, an oversized two-way fireplace, and generous room for guests and dancing.
BRICK - Liberty Station
Another venue that we are prefered vendors at that we may be slightly biased on, but loveeee BRICK. BRICK’s 5,000 sq. ft. of unique event space is located in the Art’s District of San Diego’s Liberty Station community, formally the Naval Training Center, and embodies the beauty and character of the area’s most historic buildings. Original exposed brick, vaulted ceilings, open beams, and concrete floors offer a blank canvas for your next event.
The Casino - San Clemente
Just across from Ole Hanson - The Casino offers an OC feel in the heart of San Clemente. The outdoor ceremony space is incredible and the close distance to the water for photos is ideal for any wedding.
The Ultimate Skybox - Downtown San Diego
Want a view that takes in the entirety of the city with views of Petco Park? This is hands down the best venue in San Diego for that. With reception views looking out past the skyscrapers, your guests will be blown away.
As always, thank you so much for taking the time to check out our wedding blog. We hope this list of wedding venues helps you in your search as you narrow in on a Southern California wedding venue. From San Diego, Temecula, and Orange County - This is where we primarily specialize in shooting and love being able to work with coordinators and planners we have built relationships with. If you are a new bride and looking for ideas or have different venues you are looking at please feel to reach out as we would love to connect!