11 Best Wedding Venues in Austin Sure To Impress You

If you’re thinking about hosting a Texas wedding, look no further than Austin. As the state capital, Austin embodies the best of the Lone Star State, while maintaining a distinct personality of its very own. 

It’s famous for its live music scene, delicious multicultural cuisine, and southern hospitality. Of course, you can’t forget the gorgeous architecture, natural landmarks, and subtropical climate too! 

All of these factors make it easy to find unique, ornate, larger-than-life wedding venues to serve as the perfect setting for your wedding. 

But that’s not even the best part! 

Despite everything being “bigger in Texas,” your wedding budget doesn’t have to follow suit. According to the Wedding Report, the average couple only spent $21,083 on their 2021 wedding. 

Still interested? Wonderful!  Here are 11 of the best wedding venues in Austin, Texas. 


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Chateau Bellevue

Chateau Bellevue, first completed in 1894, is the previous home of Henry and Catherine North. Now, it’s the Austin Women’s Club home office. 

This historic mansion borrows design elements from classic French architecture, making it one of the most popular wedding venues in Austin.

Before your wedding, you can walk the halls of the chateau and bask in the romantic ambiance. While there, your wedding photographer can snap a few timeless photos of you and your partner. 

When it’s time for the ceremony, you can venture into the home’s courtyard. It’s a charming brick-paved space enveloped by the curved walls of the home. It offers gorgeous views of the home’s cream-colored exterior and manicured shrubbery. 

Your reception will likely take place inside the ballroom, which features hardwood floors, crystal chandeliers, and large windows that flood in plenty of natural light. 

Rentals here include in-house catering, 150 chairs, 60-inch round tables, and a two-hour dedicated time block for all of your magical wedding photos. 

Price Range: $5,000 – $6,000, depending on package. 

Capacity: Up to 150 guests. 

Find Chateau Bellevue at Chateau Bellevue or check out Facebook or Instagram.

Blanton Museum of Art

If your love of fine art is as strong as the love you feel for your partner, then a museum setting might be the perfect venue for you.

In this case, we’re talking about the Blanton Museum of Art, which is located on the University of Texas Campus.

As the largest university museum in the country, it boasts over 21,000 pieces of artwork. Plus, its unique architecture and eclectic design make it an interesting event venue for weddings and other celebrations. 

The Rapoport Atrium is a favorite ceremony and reception spot among couples — especially art lovers, as it features ornate ceilings and plenty of room for dancing and mingling. 

Within the atrium is also the Teresita Fernandez Stacked Waters Exhibit, an interactive installation with a real sweeping staircase set against a painted ocean backdrop. It’s the perfect spot to take one-of-a-kind wedding photos. 

Your rental includes a five-hour time block for your celebration, a suite to prepare for the wedding, security, and decor. 

Price Range: $5,000 and up. 

Capacity: Up to 150 seated guests; 300 standing guests. 

Find Blanton Museum of Art at Blanton Museum of Art or check out Facebook or Instagram.

The Oasis on Lake Travis

The Oasis on Lake Travis is a stunning outdoor restaurant that combines natural splendor with modern architecture. Perched on the edge of a cliff, the restaurant offers expansive views of Lake Travis and the surrounding scenery. 

You can exchange your vows underneath the Starlight Terrace, a semi-indoor venue that features a retractable glass roof and plenty of space to eat, drink, and be merry. 

If you want to fully take advantage of the surrounding beauty, then consider Top of the Oasis, an outdoor wedding venue in Austin that includes an impressive stone archway. 

The Palm Court is the perfect spot for a wedding reception. It’s an intimate built-in bar that boasts high ceilings, towering columns, and a laid-back atmosphere. 

Finally, the Sunset Villa is a glass-enclosed space that offers panoramic views of the beautiful lake and countryside. It’s great for a small reception. 

Price Range: $1,000 – $6,500.

Capacity:  200-600 guests. 

Find The Oasis on Lake Travis at Oasis Austin or check out Facebook or Instagram.

Hummingbird House 

Hummingbird House is a garden venue and banquet hall that exudes fairytale charm. This makes it a great option for hopeless romantics.  

Completed in 2009, this award-winning venue spans five acres of land and offers three spaces for you to host your wedding activities. 

The Courtyard is where most weddings take place. Your bridal party can trot along a meandering stone path that weaves in between gorgeous blooms, manicured shrubbery, and your seated guests. At the end of the path is a wooden archway where you will exchange vows. 

The Pavillion is a gorgeous-enclosed space that’s draped with a silk covering. It boasts three chandeliers and large glass windows that let guests peer out into the garden. It’s a great venue for a reception or maybe even an engagement party. 

Your wedding package includes 200 chairs and a 400-square-foot tent, but you must pay extra for decor and catering. 

Price Range: $3,800 – $7,800 per event.  

Capacity:  Up to 200 guests.

Find Hummingbird House at Hummingbird House or check out Facebook or Instagram.

The Addison Grove

Texas isn’t just a desert wasteland covered in tumbleweeds. The natural landscape is pretty diverse and includes lush lands where flowers not only bloom but thrive! 

One such example is The Addison Grove, a farm venue that features acres of rolling hills, manicured lawns and gardens, and a historic barn with modern upgrades. 

This dreamy property offers several indoor and outdoor venues for all of your wedding activities. 

Before the official ceremony, you and your love can sneak away and take your wedding photos in front of the beautiful lake. Then, you can exchange vows underneath giant oak trees as your friends and family watch on. 

Your reception will take place inside the 6,000 square foot barn, adorned with crystal chandeliers and exposed beams. As the sun sets, you and your guest can migrate to the covered patio with offers stunning views of the nearby wildflower grove.  

If you book your wedding with The Addison Grove, you also gain access to Native Bloom Floral, its resident floral design studio. 

Price Range: $5,000 – $7,000.

Capacity: Up to 300 guests. 

Find The Addison Grove at The Addison Grove or check out Facebook or Instagram.

Springdale Station

Springdale Station is a wedding venue based in East Austin. During the early 1900s, the grounds were home to two train depots;  in 2016, the current owners transformed the space into the urban-chic venue it is today.

Before we dive into the event space, we have to talk about all of the beautiful spots that can serve as the ideal backdrop for your wedding photos. 

You and your love can pose in front of the renovated train depots, now connected by a gorgeous glass enclosure. Or, you venture out to the rails and use the onsite trains as a background. 

Afterward, you can exchange vows on the lawn surrounded by native flowers and plants. But, if you’d rather wed indoors, then there are two distinct wedding ceremony spaces available:

One is a gorgeous marriage of historic and modern design and features high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and wood floors. 

The other space is a minimalist’s dream, featuring all-white walls and large windows for natural light to flood in.

Your rental grants you exclusive use of the property for the duration of your event, changing suites, a wedding coordinator, and a cleanup crew. 

Price Range: $3,000 – $4,500 for rental; add-ons extra. 

Capacity: Up to 300 guests. 

Find Springdale Station at Springdale Station or check out Facebook or Instagram.

The Allan House

The Allan House is a Victorian-style mansion that’s lived several lives since it was built in 1883. The 139-year-old home started as the home of John Allan, a Scottish Attorney; after his death, it was transformed into a school for girls. 

Today it’s an elegant wedding venue, perfect for couples who value old-world charm and sophistication.

A favorite wedding ceremony spot is the home’s courtyard, which is enclosed by giant trees and flowers. You and your love can overlook your guests as you exchange vows on the steps of the patio. 

You can also take advantage of indoor spaces which allow for small, intimate ceremonies for up to 65 people. 

Your rental includes exclusive use of the property, changing suites, a sound stage, a two-hour block for photos, and, in the case of winter weather, a heated tent. 

Price Range: $4,000 – $6,000.

Capacity: Up to 250 guests. 

Find The Allan House at The Allan House or check out Facebook or Instagram.

Chapel Dulcinea 

Chapel Dulcinea is known as the free wedding chapel. Yes, really – Monday-Friday, at least. But its accessibility isn’t even its best quality. The best part about Chapel Dulcinea is the scenery! 

This open-air chapel is perched on a hill, against the border of an ancient walking trail, which means that gorgeous views abound. 

Most couples exchange vows inside the Spanish-style chapel, overlooking the hills and scenery below. With space for 65 people, it’s great for small, intimate ceremonies. 

For your reception, you’ll probably want to venture off to the Veranda Room or Wildflower Barn. 

Because this is a free chapel, you’re responsible for all decor and catering. You should also know that the chapel’s non-existent fees and stunning views make it an exceptionally popular venue, so there are at least four weddings per day. Make sure you use your time wisely!

Price Range: Free, though a $400 deposit is required to reserve your slot; it’s returned after the ceremony. Separate reception packages range from $200 – $699. 

Capacity: Up to 65 guests. 

Find Chapel Dulcinea at Chapel Dulcinea or check out Facebook or Instagram.

The Belmont

Austin Texas is the live music capital of the world, so it’s only fitting to throw a performance venue into the mix!

An ideal spot for music enthusiasts, The Belmont is one of Texas’s most cherished live-music lounges and restaurants. This energetic space offers both indoor and outdoor ceremony options for all of your wedding activities. 

Before you say “I do” you can take wedding photos inside of the property’s covered courtyard. For your ceremony, head on up to The Belmont’s rooftop and exchange vows as your overlook the Austin skyline. 

Later on, you and your guests can take advantage of the venue’s indoor spaces, which include several bars and a sound stage, and party into the night. Or, at least until your 10-hour block of time is up! 

Price Range: $4500 venue rental; $2,000 bar minimum. 

Capacity: Up to 300 guests. 

Find The Belmont at The Belmont or check out Facebook or Instagram

Thistlewood Manor & Gardens

Some venues have such whimsical names you just know it was created with weddings in mind. 

So it should come as no surprise that Thistlewood Manor & Gardens is one of Austin’s most quaint, charming wedding venues.  

This French Chateau-style property sits on 10 acres of verdant green lawns, surrounded by local foliage and flowers.

You can start your day by taking wedding photos in the home’s foyer, next to stunning glass doors and a grand staircase. For your ceremony, you can take advantage of the courtyard on the lawn or the modern ballroom.

Rentals include 10-hour exclusive access to the rental, ballroom seating, dining chairs, ceremonies, a cake table, and bridal and groom suites.

Price Range: $3,900 – $6,500, depending on the day; bar rental separate. 

Capacity: Up to 175 indoor guests; 300 if you include patio space. 

Find Thistlewood Manor & Gardens at Thistlewood Manor & Gardens or check out Instagram.

Hall of State 

If your dream wedding involves a venue that’s directly tied to the evolution of Texas, then look no further. 

The Hall of State, known formally as the Texas State Building, is an architectural monument that celebrates the state’s rich history. 

This massive Art-Deco style building commands your attention with its towering limestone walls and T-shaped structure. The inside is even more impressive, as it features high ceilings, columns, and marble floors. 

There are several majestic, ethereal spaces for you to utilize for your big day:

The Hall of Heroes – a circular indoor enclosure that features six bronzed statues of various Texas heroes – is a great space for a cocktail hour. 

Once your guests have gotten a taste of what the building has to offer, you can venture to the Great Hall for your ceremony. This space features grand ceilings, towering columns, and a stunning gold statue. 

Of course, there are near-endless options for wedding photo shoots. Just take your pick!

Here, you have the option to rent just the venue or a wedding package, which includes things like Chiavari chairs, 60’’ tables, lighting, an event rep, and security. 

Price Range: $1,750 – $2,750 for venue rental; $5,750 – $11,750 for complete wedding packages 

Capacity: Up to 350 guests. 

Find Hall of State at Hall of State or check out Facebook.

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