Picking the perfect venue for your wedding day can be a challenge. With so many venues out there to choose from, it can almost make your wedding day planning feel like a chore instead of a joyful and fulfilling experience. That is just one of the reasons we have created this resource outlining the best wedding venues in Florida.
Each of these wedding venues in Tampa, come with some of the best sights, experiences, elegance and beauty that one can find in the Florida region. As wedding photographers in Tampa, even we had a hard time narrowing down this list. Beyond just the normal wedding day that your venue provides, each of these venues provide a unique and stunning photo opportunities to capture the celebration of your love for one another for years to come in the future.
Although not an extensive list, this hopefully will serve as a launching point for you to tell your love story in the most authentic and unforgettable way possible.
Wedding Venues in the Tampa Bay Area
Ringling Museum Sarasota
The Ringling Museum wedding venue features over a centuries worth of historical influence. This expansive estate, originally created as a winter home for John Ringing of the Ringling Bros. Circus company, combines includes from the Sarasota culture, Venetian Gothic architecture, and Italian art to make your wedding day a unique and elegant affair.
The Ringling has multiple areas onsite which allows for some whimsical amenities on your wedding day. Featured on the property are numerous art and circus themed displays and experiences. Join together under the mini-circus or roam around the luxurious mansion as you experience this true tropical wonderland.
Daytime ceremonies, between the hours of 10am – 2pm are ideal for more intimate occasions accommodating up to 100 people. After the museum has closed to the general public, you also can choose an evening occasions after 6pm to celebrate your wedding day in some of the most intimate settings such as the Ca’dZan’s Belvedere Tower for up to 7 people and in some of the most grand and elegant settings up to 400 guests.
Ringling Museum Wedding Cost
The starting cost for a ceremony at the Ringling Museum is $3,500. All rentals will include the use of your selected venue space, a one hour wedding rehearsal and a two hour photo shoot around the property. When booking, you also will receive the museums list of exclusive and preferred vendors to help customize catering, alcohol, event planning, overnight accommodations, and more.
Want to learn more about the Ringling Museum and get all the details you need to plan elegant, yet whimsical Sarasota wedding? Check out our full venue guide here.
Hyatt Regency Clearwater
Just steps away from the white sand beaches of Clearwater Beach you will find the Hyatt Regency Clearwater. This hotel venue provides a luxurious and awe-inspiring experience, making this an easy choice for one of the best wedding venues in Florida.
The interior of the venue screams elegance and refinement with a modern yet classic ambiance. Beyond that, you are surrounded by 360 degree picturesque views providing an ideal backdrop to celebrate your love story. Beyond the indoor event spaces available, the Hyatt also does offer beachfront weddings right on the shores of Clearwater Beach to fully immerse you in a tropical dream. Depending on your chosen ceremony and reception spaces, the Hyatt can accommodate as many as 200 guests on your wedding day.
One of the great things about a hotel venue is that you don’t have to go very far to find a place to rest your head for the night after your wedding celebration has ended. Couples who host their wedding at the Hyatt Regency receive a complementary guestroom on their wedding night, as well as discounted rooms for your wedding guests.
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Wedding Cost
The starting cost for a wedding day at the Hyatt Regency starts at $1,500 for a four hour rental, with additional time extensions available as well. In addition, food and alcohol packages are also available starting at $149 per person. All wedding packages over 40 people include a complementary four hour bar, a customized catering menu, a cake tasting, and more.
Want to learn more about weddings at the Hyatt Regency Clearwater and get all the details you need to plan your St Pete wedding? Check out our full venue guide here.
Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg
On your wedding day, choose to be among stunning sculptures, lush gardens, and overlooking Tampa Bay. All this, in addition to pulling in all of the natural beauty of the St Petersburg area, is available to you when you choose the Museum of Fine Arts St Petersburg as your wedding venue in Tampa Bay.
With tons of natural light and beauty around you the Museum of Fine Arts is an elegant and sophisticated venue for you and up to 500 of your guests. The grounds of the venue feature tropical plants, sculptures, vaulted ceilings, and tasteful lighting providing a unique venue aesthetic.
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Wedding Cost
The Museum of Fine Arts weddings have a starting reception fee of $2,900 during the off-season. Food and beverage details can also be taken care of in-house with the museums exclusive vendor team.
Want to learn more about the Museum of Fine Arts St Petersburg and get all the details you need to plan your St Pete wedding? Check out our full venue guide here.
Tampa Marriott Water Street
Downtown Tampa is full of many amazing venues, but the Tampa Marriott Water Street stands tall above the rest as a modern, stylish, one of a kind venue. With over 42,000 square feet of available event space, this venue provides an all-inclusive wedding day experience for occasions of all shapes in sizes and can accommodate up to 1,200 guests. Conveniently located, the Tampa Marriott Water Street provides an elegant experience all while right in the heart of downtown Tampa with 360 views of the surrounding cityscape and waterfront.
Tampa Marriott Water Street Wedding Cost
The cost of your wedding day at the Marriott Water Street can vary greatly depending on your specified wedding packages and necessary customization. The starting cost for wedding packages is $149 per guest. Included in every wedding package is a dedicated team to help curate everything on your wedding day from food, alcohol, décor, and more. Set up, tear down, five hour beverage service, linens, centerpieces, chairs, and a cake cutting is some of the amenities included complementary with each package.
Want to learn more about the Tampa Marriott Water Street and get all the details you need to plan your downtown Tampa wedding? Check out our Tampa Marriott Water Street venue guide here.
Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
The Ritz Carlton Sarasota is one of the premier Sarasota wedding venues. Imagine yourself, in the heart of downtown Sarasota, surrounded by cityscape and coastal views, as you join in wedded bliss to the love of your life. With over six different event spaces to choose from, the Ritz Carlton pulls out all the stops for both small, intimate occasions as well as luxurious, grand celebrations.
Throughout the hotel property, there are six main event spaces to choose from as well as numerous more intimate gathering places for your reception and ceremony. These numerous spaces allow the Ritz Carlton to accommodate groups anywhere from 20 people all the way up to 1,200 guests. Another spectacular amenity of this venue is their private beach front right on the shores of Lido Key.
Ritz-Carlton Wedding Cost
The cost of a wedding at the Ritz Carlton starts at $3,000. Should you choose an outdoor event space, each wedding packages also includes a backup indoor location in case of inclement weather to make your wedding day stress free. Food and beverage packages are also available starting at $175 per person and can be customized to include passed hors d’oeuvrse, bar service, three course dinners, and a Champaign toast.
Want to learn more about the Ritz Carlton and get all the details you need to plan your luxurious Sarasota wedding? Check out our full venue guide here.
The Don Cesar
You can plan your unique lavish wedding day celebration on the shores of St. Pete Beach. The Don Cesar, often referred to as the ‘Pink Palace’, is a standout masterpiece in the Florida venue offerings. With over a century of experience in the wedding industry, The Don Cesar has a legacy of creating both indoor and outdoor spaces to celebrate, in lavish style, the love of your life with all of your loved ones surrounding.
With over ten different event spaces to choose from, the Don Cesar is sure to have the perfect fit for you on your wedding day. The Don Cesar accommodates groups of all sizes from 25 up to 250 guests.
The Don Cesar Wedding Cost
The starting price for a wedding at the Don Cesar is $3,500 per event. In addition, they have multiple wedding packages available for catering, bar, and other services starting at $176 per person. All wedding packages include set up, clean up, day of event planning, bar and catering services, lighting, sound and more. The venue also features on-site parking, a bridal suite, and an on-site spa.
Want to learn more about the Don Cesar and get all the details you need to plan your lavish St Pete wedding? Check out our full venue guide here.
The Vinoy Renaissance St Petersburg
Stunning design, a modern aesthetic, and a classic Florida vibe are just a few of the things you get when booking your dream wedding day at the Vinoy Renaissance St Petersburg. Customizing your dream wedding day is a breeze here with ample space to curate your desired aesthetic accompanied by the venues modern and chic style.
With multiple different event spaces available, the Vinoy Renaissance St Pete can accommodate large and small scale events from 20 people to 860 people. Whether choosing to hold your ceremony in one of the grand ballrooms, or an intimate occasion out on the terrace, the Vinoy has indoor and outdoor spaces to create the wedding day you’ve always dreamed of.
The Vinoy Renaissance St Petersburg Wedding Cost
Wedding packages start at $1,500 and every package will include an event coordinator to help you navigate the available packages and customizations. All wedding packages also include the exclusive use of your chosen event space, tables, chairs, linens, and special rates for on-site accommodations, spa services, and golfing. Indoor event spaces also include a dance floor and customizing staging for multiple entertainment options on your wedding day.
Want to learn more about the Vinoy Renaissance St Petersburg and get all the details you need to plan your classic St Pete wedding? Check out our full venue guide here.
Powell Crosley Estate
The Mediterranean inspired Powel Crosley Estate, sits right on the shores of Sarasota Bay, and carries with it a rich history as well as stunning reception and ceremony spaces. Originally established in 1929, this estate was originally built as a winter massive winter home. Now, as a part of the National Register of Historic Places, that history, including your wedding day celebration, can be preserved for generations to come. With over thirty acres of property, there are multiple spaces throughout the estate giving you ample opportunity to create romance and memories to last a lifetime.
The Powel Crosley Wedding Cost
The Powel Crosley Estate wedding pricing is $3,000 for both peak and off-peak season wedding celebrations. Included in this fee is the exclusive use of your event space, two on-site dressing units, a one hour wedding rehearsal, and more. For catering and beverage packages, there are six exclusive vendors to provide all the details for your grand estate wedding celebration.
Events of all sizes, from 20 to 1,000, can be accommodated at this enormous picturesque estate. Whether chasing elegance and a vintage aesthetic inside of the estate of looking to say ‘I do’ alongside the shimmering shores of Sarasota Bay, the Powel Crosley Estate has a perfect fit for those looking for a grand, Mediterranean inspired, elegant, affair.
Want to learn more about the Powel Crosley Estate and get all the details you need to plan your Mediterranean-inspired, Sarasota wedding? Check out our full venue guide here.
FAQs
How much does a wedding cost in Tampa Florida? ›
How much does a wedding cost in Tampa? The average cost of a wedding in Tampa cost was $23,400 between 2016-2019. In 2020 the average cost was brought down to $20,044 due to the rise in elopements related to the effects of the pandemic.
How much does it cost to get married at Ringling Museum? ›Ringling Museum Wedding Cost
The starting cost for a ceremony at the Ringling Museum is $3,500. All rentals will include the use of your selected venue space, a one hour wedding rehearsal and a two hour photo shoot around the property.
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What is the average cost of a wedding in Florida? ›...
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We do provide free coffee, soda, and bottled water on the casino floor. We also have drink specials. Please ask your server for more details.
How much is valet at Hard Rock Tampa? ›We do offer valet parking for a $20 fee for short term (12 hours). For long term valet parking (over 12 hours), the fee is $25 per day. And, for oversized vehicle the fee is $30. Cash/credit card only, excludes Comp Dollars.
Can you smoke in the Hard Rock Tampa? ›We try to accommodate all of our guests, smoking and non-smoking. We have a state-of-the-art air-filtration system that completely exchanges our entire air mass four times every hour. Also, please make sure to check out our designated non-smoking area filled with a variety of slot machines.
How much should groom's parents pay for wedding? ›Parents of the bride and groom collectively contribute about $19,000 to the wedding, or about two-thirds of the total cost, according to WeddingWire. The bride's parents give an average $12,000, and the groom's, $7,000. Just 1 in 10 couples pays for the wedding entirely on their own, according to TheKnot.com.
What is the best month to get married in Florida? ›March. March We would say is officially The Best Months and Times to Get Married in Florida. It is the most busiest for us, the weather is perfect for weddings and outdoor activities such as diving, snorkeling, and swimming. Tip: If planning for March, plan early, at least a year in advance.
Who traditionally pays for what in a wedding? ›According to the WeddingWire Newlywed Report, parents pay for 52% of wedding expenses, while the couple pays for 47% (the remaining 1% is paid for by other loved ones)—so parents are still paying for a majority of the wedding, though couples are chipping in fairly significantly.
Do you have to wear a mask at Hard Rock Tampa? ›
Face masks now voluntary at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa. TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa announced Thursday that face masks are now voluntary.
Why is there no craps in Florida? ›Sports betting is paused, and Floridians can't play craps and roulette at Seminole casinos. How and why, though, is complicated. It involves the genesis of gambling in Florida, the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA), a statewide amendment passed in 2018 and how casino games are grouped.
What should I wear to Hard Rock casino? ›The dress code is casual.
Can you smoke in Florida casinos? ›The Beach Club Café (but not the bar area) is also now non-smoking. Casinos at Florida horse tracks, dog tracks and jai-alai frontons must be non-smoking to comply with the Florida Clean Indoor Air Act. Native American casinos, protected by sovereign immunity, allow smoking.
Can you smoke in the Seminole Hard Rock casino? ›No. There aren't any State owned Casino's in Florida. Hard rock has "smoke free" sections in the Casino with slots.
How do you get comp dollars at Hard Rock Tampa? ›You earn Comp Dollars by playing live poker with your Seminole Wild Card. At Seminole Casinos, you choose when, where and how to spend your Comp Dollars. You can spend Comp Dollars like regular dollars at hotels, restaurants, bars, lounges and retail stores.
Is Seminole casino smoke free? ›Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino does have a smoke-free gaming area.
Can you smoke at the Hollywood casino? ›1. Is there smoking allowed on the casino floor? In compliance with the Pennsylvania Clean Indoor Air Act, we have designated 50% of our casino floor to smoking areas which are clearly labeled. All of our dining venues are non-smoking along with the other 50% of the casino floor.
How old do you have to be to go to Hard Rock casino Tampa? ›Pursuant to law, persons under the age of 21 are not permitted to gamble at our property or loiter in casino areas. Notwithstanding the foregoing, persons who have obtained age of 18 may participate in class 2 poker and class 2 bingo games at our properties.
Who walks the groom's mother? ›As the wedding begins, the groom's mother will be escorted down the aisle, to the first pew, right-hand side, by the head usher or a groomsman who is a family member. A nice touch includes the groom escorting his mother down the aisle. As the groom's mother is escorted to her seat, her husband will follow along behind.
What grooms mother do? ›
Traditionally speaking, the groom's mother is responsible for planning and hosting the rehearsal dinner with the grooms' father (typically) the night before the wedding. This is one of the biggest mothers of the groom responsibilities, so make sure you start planning the dinner about six months in advance.
Who pays for the bride's dress? ›The bride's side of the family traditionally pays for the bride's wedding dress and the bridesmaids' dresses. Increasingly, however, bridesmaids are paying for their own dresses.
What is the luckiest day to get married? ›Tuesdays. The book of Genesis says, "And God saw that it was good" (Genesis 1:10 and 12) twice in the verse about the creation of the third day. Some Jewish brides and grooms interpret this to mean that Tuesdays (the third day of the week!) are two times as lucky for weddings.
What is the cheapest month to get married in Florida? ›February and December are the most in-demand months to tie the knot thanks to Valentine's Day and Christmas season. Therefore, the cheapest months for your wedding would be in the summertime, (June to September). During these months, vendors are typically more available and less expensive.
What is the cheapest month to have a wedding? ›The Least Expensive Time Of Year To Get Married
Therefore, the cheapest months for your wedding would be January, March, April and November. During these months, vendors are typically more available and less expensive.
According to The Knot 2019 Real Weddings Study, the average wedding costs $33,900, including the engagement ring.
What do the groom's parents pay for? ›What Does the Groom's Family Pay For, Traditionally? The groom's family is responsible for corsages and boutonnieres for immediate members of both families, the lodging of the groom's attendants (if you have offered to help pay for this expense), and sometimes the costs of the rehearsal dinner.
Who pays for rehearsal dinner? ›Traditionally, the groom's parents are the hosts of the rehearsal dinner, since the bride's family customarily pays for the wedding. But given the more relaxed standards of modern times, other relatives, close friends, or even the couple themselves can plan and pay for the event.
Is there a dress code at the Seminole Hard Rock casino? ›No dress code. You will see women in dresses and heels and men wearing blazers and slacks.
How many seats are in the Hard Rock Tampa? ›Seminole Hard Rock Tampa continues to elevate its music and entertainment with the new Hard Rock Event Center. This 1,500-seat venue and is on the second level of the casino complex.
Why is there no craps in Florida? ›
Sports betting is paused, and Floridians can't play craps and roulette at Seminole casinos. How and why, though, is complicated. It involves the genesis of gambling in Florida, the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA), a statewide amendment passed in 2018 and how casino games are grouped.
Is Hard Rock Seminole kid friendly? ›You CAN bring your kids BUT it is a gambling casino and the kids can NOT be in the gambling areas. There are MANY people drinking alcohol and smoking. They as far as I know do not offer an area for kid activities and leaving kids in a room is just not only wrong but I think not allowed or shouldn't be allowed!
Can you wear shorts at Hard Rock casino? ›Anything goes. over a year ago. Whatever you want to wear!
What is the largest casino in Florida? ›Largest casino in Florida - Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa.
Can you wear shorts to Hard Rock casino? ›Upscale and trendy, doorman reserves discretion, we DO NOT permit: shorts, sandals, athletic sneakers, work boots (no timberlands), ripped / baggy clothing or athletic wear.