Annapolis is one of the most dynamic, exciting cities in the Northeastern US! If you’re planning a wedding in this beautiful city, you’re in luck because there’s no shortage of venues to suit your style.
How much your Annapolis wedding will cost depends upon plenty of factors, of course, including the time of year and bells and whistles. But on average, in 2022, a summer wedding in Annapolis, MD will cost you $51,896.
From industrial-chic in The Arts District to exclusive, private elegance in a sprawling mansion on the bay, your dream venue is just a click away. Stick around; we’ll show you some of the most breathtaking, best wedding venues in Annapolis, MD has to offer!
Chesapeake Bay Beach Club
Located on Kent Island, the event space houses four ballrooms, each with an individual personality and style. The Beach House and Inn Ballrooms provide the perfect scenic backdrop for an indoor or outdoor ceremony and lively reception.
The Sunset Ballroom is designed to accommodate the most extensive guest list and has its own garden room and rooftop deck.
Want something a little more intimate? The Tavern Ballroom features a rooftop deck, tavern, dance floor, and dining space.
Of course, the Beach Club is much more than a wedding venue. With fabulous accommodations and amenities, it’s perfect for a weekend wedding getaway!
Price Range: Starting at $3,000
Capacity: Up to 350
Find Chesapeake Bay Beach Club at Bay Beach Club or check out Facebook or Instagram.
William Paca House & Garden
One of the most historic buildings in the city, the William Paca House is set on two acres of English gardens and lawns. It’s the perfect spot for a moderately-sized wedding, but it also shines as a venue for a more intimate gathering.
And there are multiple spots around the grounds to suit your crowd! Host a cocktail party on the grounds complete with lawn games, then have your ceremony by the pond, in front of the home, on a charming Chippendale bridge- it’s all romantic.
Afterward, you can have a more formal reception on the terrace with amazing views that will seriously impress your guests!
Price Range: $750+
Capacity: Up to 150
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Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park
Picture it: cocktails and the ceremony right on the dock with a panoramic view of the sun setting over the bay. After the ceremony, your guests will enjoy a reception to remember in one of the coolest nautical-chic rooms ever with gorgeous bay views.
The venue will provide an expansive list of preferred caterers, so you’ll have plenty of rates to compare. (And samples to try!)
Price Range: $2,500-$6,800
Capacity: 150-200 guests
Find Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park at Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park or check out Facebook or Instagram.
Whitehall
Another irreplaceable historical gem- Whitehall is truly a sight to behold. It sits on 135 acres of idyllic landscape along the Chesapeake Bay, and with a capacity of upwards of 600, it’s also the most private and exclusive venue on our list!
There are so many picture-perfect spots on the property to host your wedding that you’ll have a hard time choosing just one. (It’s a good thing you can have your wedding ceremony in one place, cocktail hour in another, reception somewhere else, day-after brunch… you get the idea.)
A two-story, two-bedroom luxury cottage is included in the package to use as you see fit. So is a venue manager, security, and parking lot attendant. See? Exclusive.
Price Range: $15,000+
Capacity: 600+
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Prism Annapolis
Prism is a modern, industrial-chic wedding venue with lots of sophisticated styles. Unless that is, you want a flowery boho-inspired event or an urban/rustic shindig.
With its blank-slate interior, Prism can be whatever you want! The space prides itself in providing the perfect space to sculpt your wedding vision right in the heart of the Annapolis Arts District.
Want prime outdoor photo ops? All you have to do is step outside- you’ll have plenty of perfect spots right by the waterfront or some of the city’s most architecturally intriguing buildings.
Price Range: $1,500 to $1,850
Capacity: 50-175 guests
Find Prism Annapolis at Prism Annapolis or check out Facebook or Instagram.
London Town & Gardens
Charming gardens, breezy trees, and a waterfront view for as many gorgeous pics as you can muster are what you’ll find at London Town & Gardens.
But that’s not the only thing that makes the venue memorable. It was established in 1683 and was originally a port city before trade routes changed over the next century- the site has seen milestone celebrations of all kinds for over 330 years!
It’s an all-outdoor venue (the William Brown House is only open to tours), but if the weather changes, they do have a glass pavilion for you and your guests to take shelter without missing a beat. (The pavilion is also a popular spot for a sweat-free, temperature-controlled reception.)
Price Range: $4,800-$78,000
Capacity: 80-200 guests
Find London Town & Gardens at London Town Weddings or check out Facebook or Instagram.
Graduate Annapolis
Graduate is an excellent venue if you want to stay in the city for your nuptials! Located in the Annapolis Art District, it’s a short walk from the Chesapeake Bay, St. John’s College, and the Naval Academy.
And the place is oozing with unique, elegant style! You could host the whole shebang at Graduate- from your cocktail reception in the grand three-story atrium to the farewell brunch. And your out-of-town guests will love the quirky, eclectic rooms! For your furry guests, the hotel is pet-friendly, too.
Price Range: $1,500+
Capacity: 500
Find Graduate Annapolis at Graduate Hotels or check out Facebook or Instagram.
Silver Swan Bayside
Getting married on a private beach with the sun setting over the Chesapeake is romantic enough, but that isn’t the only thing the Silver Swan has to offer!
An impressive climate-controlled glass pavilion is available for your wedding reception, and the adjoining sit-down dining room features elegant decor and panoramic views of the bay.
There’s also an entire staff of catering and planning professionals to help create the wedding you’ve been dreaming of and ensure everything runs smoothly and according to plan the day of.
Price Range: $500-$5,900
Capacity: Up to 200
Find Silver Swan Bayside at Silver Swan Bayside or check out Facebook or Instagram.
Annapolis Waterfront Hotel
The Annapolis Waterfront is all about traditional elegance and is the perfect spot for a bayside wedding! From the grand Chesapeake Ballroom to the outdoor patio, the whole venue fits like a glass slipper.
Along with the perfect waterfront venue, you’ll receive white-glove service from their in-house event planners and world-class, customized menus to fit any taste!
Package options vary, but day-of planning, set up, and clean-up are offered across the board. From there, you can put your day together precisely as you wish!
Price Range: $1,000-$3,000
Capacity: Up to 250
Find Annapolis Waterfront Hotel at Annapolis Waterfront or check out Facebook or Instagram.
Herrington on the Bay
Surrounded by lush lawns and vegetation with stunning bayside views; the venues located at Herrington on the Bay are the perfect places for wedding bliss!
Choose the Herrington Yacht Club and Garden for a more intimate indoor/outdoor gathering or the Polynesian Lawn and Paradise Ballroom for the ultimate in exotic luxury.
You’ll find plenty of other options for entertaining your guests throughout the spaces, including gazebos, pergolas, and two-story indoor ballrooms. New to the area is a rustic tobacco barn on the property’s farm for weddings filled with country charm!
Price Range: Contact the venue for details
Capacity: Up to 350
Find Herrington on the Bay at Herrington on the Bay or check out Facebook or Instagram.
Historic Inns of Annapolis
If you’re looking for variety, the Historic Inns of Annapolis is an excellent choice for hosting your wedding! There are three inns to choose from in the heart of downtown’s historic district featuring indoor/outdoor accommodations with their own unique charm to fit every wedding style – from black-tie to casual elegance.
There’s an attentive wedding planning team ready to help find vendors, organize the day of, and make sure everything goes smoothly so you can kick back, relax, and enjoy the day!
And the wedding packages offered by each venue are second to none! Whether you’re planning on a smaller, more intimate gathering or a massive bash with 200 people, they’ll develop a perfectly tailored menu to suit your needs.
Price Range: Contact the venue for pricing details.
Capacity: Up to 200
Find Historic Inns of Annapolis at Historic Inns of Annapolis or check out Facebook or Instagram.
Blackwall Hitch Annapolis
This huge restaurant/event space is the perfect backdrop for a chic, urban wedding with a nod to the area’s coastal heritage! And with 11 cozy spaces to choose from, there’s something for every group size.
There’s the main dining room+gathering room, complete with a wine and oyster bar that’ll accommodate up to 128 of your closest friends and family – to the living room, designed to seat eight for the perfect pre-wedding dinner with the in-laws.
The crow’s nest is the place to wed if you want an outdoor party for up to 80. You can even host in the winter with their custom-built heated rooftop tent complete with carpeting, an event bar, custom lighting, and a sound system!
Price Range: $500+
Capacity: Up to 128
Find Blackwall Hitch Annapolis at Blackwall Hitch Annapolis or check out Facebook or Instagram.
