Victorian Garden Ceremony Locations
Alexandra Gardens – VIC
| Address: | Cnr. Cotham Rd. & Gellibrand St. Kew |
| Contact: | Boroondara City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9278 4595 |
| Fees: | POA |
| Shelter: | Yes |
The Alexandra Gardens are an attractive location for wedding ceremonies. The rotunda is the main ceremony location within the gardens. It’s large enough to hold the entire wedding party and there is room outside the front for a large number of guests to view the ceremony. Photo opportunities include the ponds which are located right next to the rotunda.
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Band Rotunda – VIC
| Address: | Beach Rd, Sandringham |
| Contact: | Bayside City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9599 4444 |
| Fees: | Contact the above number for fees & charges. |
| Shelter: | Yes |
The Band Rotunda offers a spectacular beachside wedding location for those who don’t want sand in their shoes. A large ceremony can be held by the side the of the rotunda, or if you have a small ceremony the rotunda can house this. It has a set of 15 steps taking you to the elevated viewing level which offers magnificent photo opportunites or the beach. The garden has a large lawn area to each side of the rotunda featuring large palm trees along with many other types of beach trees. Parking is available in an off-road beach car park about 100 metres from the rotunda.
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Brighton Town Hall Gardens – VIC
| Address: | Wilson St, Brighton Brighton Sandringham |
| Contact: | Bayside City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9599 4444 |
| Fees: | Contact the above number for fees & charges. |
| Shelter: | No – some shade under trees |
The Brighton Town Hall Garden is a striking and well maintained location for your ceremony. The gardens is divided by a set of stairs where the garden slopes down to another level, this provides two options for ceremony locations. The lower part of the garden is suitable for larger weddings and has a large flat lawn area, asmall pond and a fountain. The top area features a rose garden with a hedge border surrounding each garden bed and perfect for a small wedding and it’s centre feature is a pond with a small fountain.The top of the garden is secluded from the road by a trellis walkway covered with roses. The colour of the lawns in this garden are magnificent and at the bottom end there are a number of large old trees to offer shade. Parking is available roadside or in the library car park located next door. The garden is on a quiet road so traffic noise is limited. There are limited photographic opportunities
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Canterbury Gardens – VIC
| Address: | Cnr. Canterbury Rd & Balwyn Rd Kew |
| Contact: | Boroondara City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9278 4595 |
| Fees: | POA |
| Shelter: | Yes |
This enormous park location has as much history as it does character. Originally built to display the historical style of gardens in the 1900′s, the garden lays on an old creek bed with rolling landscapes and slopes. The elevated wooden rotunda was built in 1909. The rotunda is large enough for an intimate gathering or suitable for photographic opportunities after the ceremony. With an abundance of shading, on-site amenities and a short stroll from the trendy Mailing Road, this site is perfect for a garden wedding ceremony of any size. Immediate access and ample guest parking may be found in the railway parking area adjacent to this location.
Applicable Fees listed on website City of Boroondara
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Catani Gardens – VIC
| Address: | Beaconsfield Pde, St Kilda |
| Contact: | Port Phillip City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9209 6666 |
| Fees: | $205 inc GST. |
| Shelter: | Yes |
The Catani Gardens are a popular location for your ceremony. They are sitated along the bay and have a large expanse of green lawn, a stunning rotunda which can house up to 30 people and huge palm trees. Photographic opportunities are available in the park situated next to the gardens.
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Dame Elisabeth Murdoch Arboretum – VIC
| Address: | Between Frankston / Cranbourne Rd and Edward St. Langwarrin. |
| Contact: | Frankston City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9784 1888 |
| Fees: | $77.00 |
| Shelter: | Yes (small rotunda) |
The Arboretum is an extremely popular location for outdoor weddings and photographs. It has many beautiful plants which make for a beautiful ceremony. It has an expansive lawn area to host your ceremony. The Arboretum was named in honour of Dame Elisabeth Murdoch in recognition of her contribution to the building of the garden. The garden is looked after well, however often there is a lot of road noise from Cranbourne-Frankston Road.
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Emerald Lake Park – VIC
| Address: | Emerald Lake Rd, Emerald |
| Contact: | Ranger |
| Phone: | 1300 131 683 |
| Fees: | From $100 |
| Shelter: | Yes (In selected areas) |
Emerald Park Lake covers over 50 hectares of land with two charming lakes – Lake Tribulation and Lake Treganowan. The park has many areas for your ceremony including 5 ampitheathres which cater for both large and small weddings. It also has many different locations, some lakeside and other with bush backgrounds. Marquee receptions can also be held in the park.
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Fitzroy Gardens – VIC
| Address: | Lansdowne Street, East Melbourne |
| Contact: | Melbourne City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9658 9658 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | Yes |
The Fitzroy Gardens have many sheltered structures for your wedding ceremony. Locations such as the Old Bandstand, The Temple of the Winds, The Dolphin Fountain and the The Conservatory all offer magnificent back drops for your ceremony. The gardens are very popular and application to use any of the locations requires early application.
The gardens also feature a corridor of elm trees which allow for the most stunning wedding photos with your bridal party.
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Floral Clock – Queen Victoria Gardens – VIC
| Address: | Cnr. Linlithgow Avenue and St Kilda Road, Melbourne |
| Contact: | Melbourne City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9658 9658 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | Yes |
The Queen Victoria Gardens and the Floral Clock are located on St Kilda Road opposite the National Art Gallery. The clock is a truly wonderful display of colour and a very popular Melbourne landmark. Although not the most popular location for ceremonies (mostly due to the noise from surrounding traffic), the photographic opportunities are amazing.
Parking is available on St Kilda Road, Alexandra Avenue or Linlithgow Avenue. Parking fees may apply.
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Footscray Gardens – VIC
| Address: | Ballarat Rd, Footscray (next to Flemington Racecourse) |
| Contact: | Maribyrnong City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9688 0200 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | Yes |
The main ceremony location is between two ornamental ponds and surrounded by colourful gardens. The entry to this area is through a bridge covered by a canopy of flowers. There are other areas to select from and also a lovely sloped lawn areas for group photos. Parking is available on Ballarat Road.
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Garden Vineyard – VIC
| Address: | 174 Graydens Rd, Moorooduc |
| Contact: | Di Johnson |
| Phone: | 03 5978 8336 |
| Fees: | Please Enquire |
| Shelter: | Yes |
Website: www.gardenvineyard.com.au
Only 10 minutes from Mornington, the Garden Vineyard located in Moorooduc provides a beautiful environment for wedding ceremonies and photograpy. The Walled Garden is a wonderful location for small weddings, the Grand Stairs give a more formal ceremony and the Australian Garden is the perfect location for a casual wedding.
If the weather turns inclement, you can conduct your ceremony on the magnificent wisteria and rose framed terrace which can be enclosed. A private room is available for the bride before the wedding and an attendant can be available to see to any last minute needs.
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George Pentland Botanic Gardens – VIC
| Address: | Between Yuille & Foot St. Cnr of Williams St. Frankston |
| Contact: | Frankston City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9784 1888 |
| Fees: | Free |
| Shelter: | No |
The centre piece of this garden is the lake. You can host your ceremony on the lawn area by the lake or between the surrounding gum trees. The garden also have a magnificent park called Fern Gully which includes meandering pathways and bench seats under a canopy of ferms. The gardens are available free of charge for weddings although bookings are required through the council.
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Kamesburgh Gardens, Brighton – VIC
| Address: | North Road, Brighton |
| Contact: | Bayside City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9599 4444 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | Shelter – Marquees with Permit Application |
One of Melbourne’s most significant properties, this distinguished Victorian Mansion is surrounded by lush gardens. The landscape is quite open and the mansion is one of the Bayside area’s most popular ceremony locations. The garden features a fountain, the patio and the grand entrance to the mansion which all provide perfect for backdrops for your photography.
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Karrawingi Park – VIC
| Address: | 993 Stumpy Gully Road, Moorooduc, Victoria |
| Contact: | Aileen Clay |
| Phone: | 03 5978 8390 |
| Fees: | Wedding Ceremony & Photographs: $300 |
| Shelter: | Yes |
Visit the Karrawingi website: www.karrawingi.com.au
Featuring nine acres of picturesque gardens and parkland, Karrawingi Park is located in Mornington Peninsula. The gardens provide both formal and informal settings. The park includes a formal rose garden, a settlers hut, a cottage garden, a small rainforest and an agapanthus lined avenue which leads to a jetty. A pavilion and large lake area are two more special places to host your ceremony. There is no time limit as ceremonies are restricted to one per day.
Your hosts, Aileen and Doug Clay will do everything in their power to make your day a special one.
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Kings Domain Garden – VIC
| Address: | Lithgow Ave, Melbourne |
| Contact: | Melbourne City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9658 9658 |
| Fees: | $242 for 2 hours |
| Shelter: | Yes |
The features of the garden include a beautiful long flower border by Government House which blooms most times of the year. There is also expansive sweeping lawns.
Locations in the domain include The Grotto, The Pioneer Women’s Memorial Garden and the Stapley Pavilion. The Domain is a large garden with sweeping grasslands.
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Lady Janet Clarke Rotunda – Queen Victoria Gardens – VIC
| Address: | Linlithgow Avenue, Melbourne |
| Contact: | Melbourne City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9658 9658 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | Yes |
The rotunda provides shelter for up to 80 guests and features fixed bench seating around the perimeter of the rotunda. It is recommended that you restrict the number of chairs provided for your ceremony to allow for more standing room. The rotunda is located close to the Royal Botanic Gardens on Linlithgow Avenue and is a very popular location for ceremonies. For this reason, couples should apply for their permits early on.
Parking is available on Linlithgow Avenue or Birdswood Avenue.
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Mount Macedon Winery – VIC
| Address: | 433 Bawden (Douglas) Road, Mount Macedon |
| Contact: | Rowena Dyer |
| Phone: | 03 5427 2735 |
| Fees: | POA |
| Shelter: | Yes |
Website: www.mountmacedonwinery.com.au
The vineyards and gardens of the Mount Macedon Winery provide a magnificent setting for your wedding. Roses and Rhodendrons surround the lawn and cattle and sheep are in the nearby paddocks. Should the weather turn inclement, the Cellar door and function areas are available to host your ceremony. Outdoor seating can be arranged.
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National Rhododendron Garden – VIC
| Address: | The Georgian Road, Olinda |
| Contact: | Parks Victoria |
| Phone: | 131 963 |
| Fees: | $400 for Ceremony $120 for Photography |
| Shelter: | Yes |
The National Rhododendron Gardens, set against the backdrop of the Warburton Ranges, are host to thousands of Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Camellias, Hydrangeas and Daffodils with. It is also home to the worlds tallest flowering trees, the Australian Mountain Ash.
The gardens are spread over 103 acres and include locations such as the camellia garden, serenity point and the gazebo by the lake. The gazebo on the edge of the lake is a beautiful setting for a ceremony. The scenery from the higher locations such as serenity point is breathtaking, and the thousands of flowering plants makes these gardens one of the best wedding locations in Victoria.
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Pioneer Women’s Memorial – VIC
| Address: | Cnr Swan Street Bridge & Alexandra Avenue, Melbourne |
| Contact: | Melbourne City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9658 9658 |
| Fees: | P.O.A |
| Shelter: | Nearby King’s Domain Rotunda by application to council. |
This location provides a private location in the heart of the Royal Botanic Gardens. The T shaped canal, tiled grotto and the water feature are all interesting features within the garden. Located adjacent to the entrance of the Royal Botanic Gardens the garden is a most beautiful wedding location.
Melbourne Park and Gardens have placed limitation on guest numbers and equipment to ensure the grounds are kept in perfect condition.
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Queens Park – VIC
| Address: | Cnr. Mt Alexandra Rd & The Strand, Moonee Ponds |
| Contact: | Moonee Valley City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9243 8888 |
| Fees: | Free |
| Shelter: | No |
Queens Park features two magnificent locations for ceremonies, the gazebo on the lake and the lawn area. The lawn is a large areas that can accommodate both large and small ceremonies and is surrounded by an arrangement of flowering plants and trees which look perfect all year round. The entrance to the location has a seven metre tall tower which is an impressive entry. The smaller gazebo by the lake allows for you to have your ceremony by the lake whilst your guests stand by the waters edge.
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Ray Bramham Gardens – VIC
| Address: | Corner of Bell St & St. Georges Rd Preston |
| Contact: | Darebin City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9230 4444 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | Yes |
The Ray Bramham Gardens offer a private and peaceful location for your ceremony. There are two ornamental lakes, many large spaces consisting of sprawling lawns, a rose garden and a rotunda. The backdrop to the rotunda is one of the lakes. The gardens also feature a bridge which is a perfect place for photography. Parking is limited, however the gardens are very well maintained.
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Republica Rooftop – VIC
| Address: | 10 – 18 Jacka Blvd, St Kilda |
| Contact: | Republica |
| Phone: | 03 8598 9055 |
| Fees: | P.O.A |
| Shelter: | Yes |
Overlooking the sand at the historic Sea Baths complex, the unique and versatile space of Republica offers a magnificent location for your wedding ceremony. The rooftop can be booked by contacting Republica and the rooftop offers arguably one of the best views in Melbourne.
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Royal Botanic Gardens – Dog Flat – VIC
| Address: | Birdwood Ave, South Yarra |
| Contact: | Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne – Events Office |
| Phone: | 03 9252 2443 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | No |
The large open area of Dog Flat lawn , boasts one of the most stunning backdrops in Melbourne. Set in the heart of the Royal Botanical Gardens, the lawn is a large expanse which has the ornamental lake as a backdrop. Restrictions to this site apply during the months of December through to January.
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Royal Botanic Gardens – Nymphaea Lake – VIC
| Address: | Birdwood Ave, South Yarra |
| Contact: | Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne – Events Office |
| Phone: | 03 9252 2443 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | No |
Nymphaea Lake at the Royal Botanic Gardens features two picturesque locations, the larger side (Nymphaea Lake East) offers a spacious location for your ceremony which is ideal for the use of marquees. The smaller side (Nymphaea Lake West) is a beautiful inlet which provides privacy and access to electricity. Both locations can be easily accessed and are complimented by the “Monet” display of water lilies. This area offers the complete backdrop for your entire photoshoot.
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Royal Botanic Gardens – Picnic Point – VIC
| Address: | Birdwood Ave, South Yarra |
| Contact: | Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne – Events Office |
| Phone: | 03 9252 2443 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | Yes |
Jutting out into the centre of the Ornamental Lake Picnic Point provides the combined pleasures of water and garden views with the intimacy of an almost private lawn area for a very special wedding location.
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Royal Botanic Gardens – Princess Lawn – VIC
| Address: | Birdwood Ave, South Yarra |
| Contact: | Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne – Events Office |
| Phone: | 03 9252 2443 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | Yes |
Princess Lawn cuts a manicured green swathe through to the centre of the Gardens, and provides sweeping views over Central Lake. It is sheltered by many of the Gardens oldest trees and is located right next to the Rose Pavilion.
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Royal Botanic Gardens – Rose Pavilion – VIC
| Address: | Birdwood Ave, South Yarra |
| Contact: | Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne – Events Office |
| Phone: | 03 9252 2443 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | Yes |
The Rose Pavilion spends much of the warmer part of the year covered in a carpet of pink and white roses. The Pavilion also boasts a lovely view out over Dog Flat and the Ornamental Lake.
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Royal Botanic Gardens – Temple of the Winds – VIC
| Address: | Birdwood Ave, South Yarra |
| Contact: | Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne – Events Office |
| Phone: | 03 9252 2443 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | Yes |
On one of the highest points in the Gardens, the Temple of the Winds boasts sweeping views out over Melbourne. The temple features a distinct Australian feel with carvings of stag horn ferns.
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Schwerkolt Cottage – VIC
| Address: | Deep Creek Rd, Mitcham |
| Contact: | City of Whitehorse |
| Phone: | 03 9262 6333 |
| Fees: | Free |
| Shelter: | No |
Schwerkolt Cottage was built in 1884 and furnished true to the era. An ideal ceremony location is the open lawn area at the front of the cottage. The cottage is surrounded by gardens.
Although the cottage cannot be used between 2pm – 5pm Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holiday, the area provides the perfect location for your wedding photography.
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St Kilda Botanical Gardens – VIC
| Address: | Tennyson St, St Kilda |
| Contact: | Port Phillip City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9209 6666 |
| Fees: | P.O.A |
| Shelter: | Marquees with permit application |
The landscape of the St Kilda Botanical Gardens changes with each season. The most popular location within the gardens is the The Rose Garden Pavillion. This area is in full bloom over the warmer months. Tennyson Street leads you back to locations such as the St Kilda foreshore and the Esplanade to continue your photography.
This is an extremely popular garden wedding venue and early permit applications will ensure a confirmed booking. Limitations apply to chair numbers at this venue.
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The Old Cheese Factory – VIC
| Address: | 34 Homestead Road, Berwick |
| Contact: | Operations Manager |
| Phone: | 03 9702 1919 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | YES |
Ideal for ceremonies or reception, this this picture-perfect venue provides a rustic setting which is perfect for a casual garden wedding. The grounds are spacious and the gardens provide an interesting perspective for any creative photographer.
The hosts of this venue are very accommodating and treat their guests with the respect and attention to detail that they deserve. This venue is exclusively yours for the day.
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Tim Neville Arboretum – VIC
| Address: | Francis Cres, Boronia |
| Contact: | City of Knox |
| Phone: | 03 9298 8000 |
| Fees: | Free |
| Shelter: | Yes |
The Tim Neville Arboretum presents many different ceremony and photographic locations. It is well laid out and very well maintained. The large amphitheatre can hold up to 200 guests and has both bush and lake backdrops. There is also a large rotunda capable of sheltering about 100 people.
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Treasury Gardens – VIC
| Address: | Lansdowne Street, Melbourne |
| Contact: | Melbourne City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9659 9658 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | Marquees with permit application |
Situated across the road from the Fitzroy Gardens Observatory, the bluestone paved location provides ample room for generous guest numbers. Rotunda style seating can be utilized by musicians. Treasury Gardens and especially the JKF Memorial is a semi-secluded parkland offering some privacy from the main roads.
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Williamstown Botanic Gardens – VIC
| Address: | Corner Osborne St & Giffard St, Williamstown |
| Contact: | Hobsons Bay City Council |
| Phone: | 03 9932 1000 |
| Fees: | P.O.A. |
| Shelter: | No |
Many of the locations at Williamstown Botanic Gardens offer colourful garden beds as a backdrop. There are many different areas to have your ceremony or photography throughout the gardens. High fences conceal the gardens and add privacy to your event. The elm tree is at it’s best during summer and autumn offering a large lawn area for your guests to stand. The gardens have areas to suit all seasons.
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