Wedding Venues in Philadelphia

The Cescaphe Ballroom is an impressive destination for couples planning a spectacular wedding with 150 to 300 guests that needs to be completely customized to their vision. This one-time movie theater turned acclaimed event venue provides guests with a traditional classic wedding that exudes elegance and sophistication. Cathedral ceilings, antique brass hardware, painted columns, hardwood floors, and crystal chandeliers dripping with pearls give this space an air of opulence and grace. In addition, this venue features two adjacent cocktail spaces, an indoor lounge, and an outdoor garden courtyard allowing guests to freely move from room to room with ease.

923 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, Phone: 215-238-5750

Morris Arboretum is the perfect destination for couples who want an ethereal outdoor wedding in a lovely natural setting. Those who book this venue will get 92 acres of towering trees, gorgeous vistas, bubbling fountains, lush, romantic gardens, and historic features all to themselves. The bride and groom can choose from one of several awe-inspiring ceremony locations, with their reception taking place at the Widener Visitor Center, a stone carriage house that is over 100 years old. The adjacent tented area allows for a reception of up to 175 people; a great place to dine and dance while taking in unparalleled views of the canyon below.

100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, Phone: 215-247-5777

The Rittenhouse Hotel is a Forbes Four Star Venue and a fashionable location for couples who want to host a lavish traditional wedding. The Grand Ballroom is an elegant space that can accommodate up to 275 guests with ease, featuring open windows that provide natural light by day and stunning chandeliers that supply romantic and subdued lighting by night. The professional staff sets this venue apart from others. They are attentive to the couple's every need from start to finish, including assisting with the wedding design and planning. Their experts advise on everything from photography locations and menu selections to the rehearsal dinner and post-wedding brunch.

210 West Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, Phone: 215-546-9000

For a Unique Event Space

The Morris House Hotel is an ideal venue for couples who are looking for a romantic and intimate wedding with a historic edge. This 15-room boutique hotel resides in the heart of Center City, just steps away from Washington Square Park, making it a peaceful retreat for visitors. The hotel boasts an exceptional 4,800-square-foot Colonial-era courtyard garden infused with the richness of the past, providing a dreamy romanticism that is rarely seen today. To top it off, the Morris House staff will assist in every aspect of the wedding planning, ensuring no two nuptials are the same and offering everything from customized menus to the décor.

225 South 8th Street, Philadelphia, PA, Phone: 215-922-2446

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens is a vibrant wedding venue for couples who want an artistically funky ambiance filled with beauty and culture. This one-of-a-kind community art center and gallery covers half a city block with both indoor and outdoor spaces. Its most notable attribute is the mosaic installation that took owner Isaiah Zagar more than 14 years to complete and covers 3,000 square feet. The entire space is a myriad of colors and textures, featuring folk art sculptures, various hand-made tiled mirrors, bicycle wheels, and other unique artistic pieces. This venue is located in the energetic South Street neighborhood, an idyllic place to exchange vows.

1020 South Street, Philadelphia, PA, Phone: 215-733-0390

Bartram's Garden was the first botanical garden in the nation. It's a stunning historical venue, ideal for intimate outdoor wedding ceremonies. This National Historic Landmark provides not only a lovely garden setting for ceremonies, but also natural spaces juxtaposed with the Philadelphia skyline in the background. The newly built Eastwick Pavilion overlooks Lower Schuylkill River and features modern amenities that will accommodate up to 350 guests. Bartram's offers expert event planners to help each couple create their perfect ceremony, handling every minute detail of their completely customizable wedding. Couples interested in natural, rustic, vintage, and country-themed weddings should consider this venue.

5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, Phone: 215-729-5281

Beat Street Station was once the transportation hub for Manayunk residents before it was completely transformed into the historic event space and Philadelphia's best-kept secret. For couples who are looking for a modern yet historic ambiance that blends one-of-a-kind design with cosmopolitan style, they have arrived. This three-level space can accommodate almost any sized wedding party, from small and intimate ceremonies of 50 guests to large and lavish receptions of up to 250 guests. Each couple is provided with an exclusive vendors list to select everything from DJ services and photography to decorations and catering.

4401 Cresson Street, Philadelphia, PA, Phone: 215-508-3000

The Crystal Tea Room is the consummate wedding venue, creating a traditional yet unforgettable wedding experience of opulent rarity. This begins upon guests entering the venue, where they are greeted by an atrium featuring lush greenery, a magnificent fountain, and a soaring glass-window ceiling allowing for an outdoor atmosphere in an indoor space. This is the perfect ambiance for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. They will then move into the center of the Crystal Tea Room, where extravagant chandeliers and carved columns create a timeless elegance. The design and setup of the wedding will be expertly coordinated by the staff at Crystal Tea Room with Finley Catering providing culinary brilliance.

100 Penn Square East, Philadelphia, PA, Phone: 215-657-5100

The Fairmount Park Horticulture Center is an ideal location for couples who want to enjoy an outdoor wedding in a picturesque natural oasis. This beautiful venue features wetlands, a creek, a small pond, and a network of walking paths as well as the Puryear's Pavilion surrounded by lush greenery and graceful trees. There are several gardens throughout the space, including the Display Gardens, Perennial Gardens, and a butterfly garden in addition to a tranquil reflecting pool and numerous statues of literary and musical artists dotting the property. Ceremonies and receptions that take place inside the Horticulture Center offer a serene and natural ambiance all year round.

100 N Horticultural Drive, Philadelphia, PA, Phone: 215-685-0096

The Hill-Physick House is the perfect venue for couples who are looking to have an old-fashioned, classically elegant wedding. Built in 1786 for renowned physician Dr. Philip Syng Physick, who treated high-profile patients like President Andrew Jackson, this four-story brick home features an array of his pioneering surgical tools. As the only free-standing Federal townhouse in Society Hill, guests will no doubt be in awe of its beauty and architecture. This is an amazing model of the Federal architectural style, with straight, classical lines. It's decorated with beautiful French-inspired neoclassic furnishings and has a grand garden featuring plant life common during the 19th century.

321 South Fourth Street, Philadelphia, PA, Phone: 215-925-2251