Let’s talk Cape Town Wedding venues
Besides choosing your wedding planner, choosing your wedding venue is probably the biggest choice you’ll need to make for your wedding day. We already know that the Western Cape and Cape Town itself is positioned as South Africa’s premiere destination wedding location in South Africa. As one of the top 35 Destination Wedding Planners in the World (thank you @loverly), your OHD girls are here to offer some valuable insight into finding the perfect Cape Town Wedding venue for your special day.
Because, what’s not to love about Cape Town? We have the world’s most beautiful beaches, winelands, gardens, and mountains to choose from. When it comes to finding the venue of your dreams, we lean into the experience and guidance of our Cape Town Wedding Planning branch who know exactly what to suggest, based on your requirements and your vision.
Questions to consider when compiling your needs are:
- Your guest list (pax capacity)
- Accommodation options on-site, and nearby
- Any venue inclusions (furniture, on-site catering, etc.)
- Ceremony and Reception options (with back-up options in case of rain)
- Your budget
We are talking Cape Town Wedding Venues today, so let’s dive IN!
Here are our Top 50 Cape Town Wedding Venues, based on garden, beach, outdoor, city, winelands, and unique settings.
GLASS HOUSE WEDDING VENUES
If you’re obsessed with having your wedding in a glass-house, then your search has come to an end! We’ve curated a list of venues that offer you a similar aesthetic without the cost of hiring a clear marquee:
- Die Woud
- Bakenhof
- Muratie Canvas (which actually has its own marquee for weddings)
- The glass house at Montpeillier
- Hazendal
- L’Avenir
- Au d’Hex
BEACH WEDDING VENUE OPTIONS
Our top Beach Wedding Venues in Cape Town are for those seeking a gorgeous summery wedding with the glorious Atlantic Seaside as your backdrop. Whether you plan on saying “I Do” with your toes in the sand or merely overlooking the ocean, you’ll love our most picturesque picks:
- Grand Café & Beach (which boasts options in Cape Town and Plettenberg Bay)
- Strandkombuis
- The Black Marlin
- Tinstswalo Atlantic
- Blue Bay Lodge and Resort (along the west coast)
- The Sea Shack (search for special events)
- The Beach House Collection
- Cabo Beach
OUTDOOR WEDDING VENUES
If you’ve always dreamed of an outdoor reception, dining al fresco and dancing under the stars, then look no further! Listed below are our favourite Cape Town venues that are ideal for outdoor wedding reception settings.
- Johanessdal 1207
- Lanzerac Hotel
- Langkloof Roses
- Landtscap
- La Cotte Farm
- Laurent – Lourensford Estate (for those wanting an intimate wedding with a perfect backdrop)
HOTEL WEDDING VENUES
We’ve picked some of the most Beautiful Hotels to get married at, in Cape Town. Our list carries something for everyone – from a Grande Dame steeped in history to something more modern, and with established hotels like these, you are guaranteed to be treated like the esteemed VIPs that you are.
- Mount Nelson Hotel (in the heart of Cape Town)
- The Twelve Apostles
- La Residence
- Lanzerac Hotel (yes, again but this time not for its gardens but the elegant hotel itself)
- Steenberg Hotel & Spa
GARDEN WEDDING VENUES
For those who love beautiful settings in curated landscapes, any of these options would be the ideal choice for you. Our favourite Garden Weddings Venues in Cape Town are:
- Dylan Lewis (which only takes on a certain number of bookings per year, situated in Stellenbosch)
- Die Uijlenes
- Olive Rock
- The Conservatory
- Belair Pavillion (for the perfect outdoor wedding ceremony)
- Weltevreden Estate
- Le Paris (which also has an incredible reception venue as well)
CHIC WEDDING VENUES
Are you perhaps looking for something more contemporary and with a beautiful view? Whether it’s a rooftop or an architectural masterpiece, here is our list of Modern and Unique Wedding Venues in Cape Town, which are bound to set the tone for a sleek affair:
WINE FARM WEDDING VENUES
Cape Town is internationally known for its extensive wine offerings and the natural beauty of its wine farms. Although these venues might be situated a good 40 minutes from the airport, they make ideal options for those seeking a weekend-long wedding celebration. From Franschhoek to Paarl, Stellenbosch and even Plettenberg Bay, you can’t go wrong by choosing any one of our favourite Wineland Wedding Venues.
- Vredenlust
- Cavalli (in Stellenbosch)
- Boschendal (between Stellenbosch and Franschhoek)
- Kay & Monty Vineyards (in Plettenberg Bay)
- Laborie Wine Estate (in Paarl)
- Babylonstoren (in Simondium)
- Grande Provence (in Franschhoek)
UNIQUE WEDDING VENUES
Something different from the norm? For creative couples who want a nature-focused wedding in an incredible setting in a valley or among the mountains – these options are perfect for you:
As Cape Town wedding planners we know what Peak Season is like. If you don’t have a wedding planner, we suggest you get started early – and reserve both your venue and date at least 12 months in advance, to avoid disappointment (especially during the Cape Town Wedding Season, which runs from September to beginning of May).
OHD tip? Peak Seasons come with higher venue hire fees. If you have your heart set on a particular wedding venue that may seem out of your budget, consider a week-day wedding as many venues offer a discounted mid-week rate.
Choosing the right Cape Town Wedding venue will set the tone for your entire wedding. You can avoid the research and the overwhelm by hiring Oh Happy Day as your wedding planners. Not only do we have ten years of experienced wedding planning under our belts, but we also have a deep love and passion for destination weddings in Cape Town and we would LOVE to be a part of your wedding journey, wherever you choose to have it. Our service offering includes venue research and budget management, so you can sit back and enjoy being engaged without the stress of finding wedding venue or planning your destination wedding in Cape Town.
