Planning your wedding can be a challenge at every step of the way, but once you secure your dream wedding venue, you’re in much better shape to start booking vendors, sending save the dates, and more. Having photographed weddings for the last 17 years, we know just how many venues there are to consider in Pennsylvania, and we’ve only shot at a fraction of them. When you’re searching for the top wedding venues in Pa worth considering, you have a lot of options to pick from and it can be hard to know what makes the most sense for you, your guests, and the vibe you’re going for.
We wanted to help you with this as much as possible by showcasing a selection of our top wedding venues in PA that we’ve both shot at and recommend to our couples. They’re all very different and while some might make a ton of sense for one couple, others may be a better fit for you. Feel free to scan over this list, check out some of the blog posts from our real weddings and then don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or want more specific insights on the specific venues listed. By the way, there are a handful of venues below that we did not blog for one reason or another. It could be because we had an exclusivity agreement with the couple or another reason. All of the venues listed however are ones we’ve shot at an recommend.
Of course, after checking out this list, if you determine another venue is a better fit for you, or maybe you even decide to elope, we’d still love to connect with you to see if we’re a good fit to work together. Now, without further delay, check out our list of our top wedding venues in PA below!
Wedding Venues in Southeastern PA
Lancaster Area Venues
Drumore Estate
Why Drumore Estate is a Top Wedding Venue in PA: Drumore Estate is perched on one of the tallest hills in Lancaster county with STUNNING views of the sunset! The mansion itself is like something from a fairytale with it’s beautiful red brick face, immaculate gardens, perfectly convenient tent for receptions and so much more. The suites for getting ready boast a ton of character, and there is never a shortage of picturesque spots inside if the weather is poor. Step outside to the gardens though and you’ll be blown away. The brick walkway to the ceremony in the garden is one of my favorite spots for portraits. Every time I shoot at Drumore Estate, I find a new place on the property that I’m surprised I’ve never seen before. Drumore Estate has an in-house wedding coordinator so there is no need to hire an outside planner. The menu is phenomenal and the staff takes excellent care of their couples, without being overbearing like some venues. If Drumore is on your list of venues, I highly recommend it- And if it isn’t on your list, it should be!
Location: 331 Red Hill Rd, Pequea, PA 17565, roughly 20 minutes south of Lancaster, PA
Accessibility for guests: Many hotel options in Lancaster with shuttles available. Parking lots on site are convenient also.
Website: Drumore Estate
Our Weddings:
Jamil and Zuzanna’s Luxury Fall Wedding at Drumore Estate
Justin and Jule’s Summertime Wedding at Drumore Estate
Lori and Jared’s Stunning Wedding at Drumore Estate
The Inn At Leola Village
Why we love The Inn at Leola Village: Over the last 17+ years of shooting weddings, The Inn at Leola Village is in the top 2 or 3 venues that I’ve worked at the most. Building a relationship with their in-house coordinators has been incredibly easy because they genuinely care about their couples and aim to give them the best experience possible- As do we. The Inn at Leola Village is one of the few venues that has almost everything you need; beautiful venue, gorgeous property, spacious suites for getting ready, top notch onsite catering team, florist, salon, and lodging for your guests. Just add a DJ/band, photographer and videographer and you’ve got a wedding planned. I also love how over the years, The Inn at Leola Village has invested in making the wedding experience even better with the expansion of their outdoor ceremony location and the launching of their more intimate reception area Bella Giardino.
Location: 38 Deborah Dr, Leola, PA 17540
Accessibility for Guests: Located 15 minutes east of Lancaster, PA. Leola Village has an onside boutique hotel that is perfect for wedding guests with plenty of on-site parking. Incredibly accessible with many attractions nearby.
Website: The Inn at Leola Village
Our Weddings:
Ross and Emily’s Spring Wedding at The Inn At Leola Village
Chris and Kristen’s Winter Wedding at The Inn at Leola Village
Elliott and Amanda’s Fall Wedding at The Inn at Leola Village
Stone Gables Estate
Why Stone Gables Estate is a Top Wedding Venue in PA: I shot my first wedding here back in 2014 when it was just Ironstone Ranch. Now, Ironstone Ranch is one of three absolutely amazing venues on the Stone Gables Estate property. They’re all completely different, but if you’re looking for an intimate barn wedding with your ceremony in the adjacent orchard, Ironstone Ranch is going to be a great fit for you. If you have a large guest list and want to get married in the most iconic barn in Lancaster County, then The Star Barn is for you. St Michael’s Vineyard is perfect if a tented wedding is more your style. Whichever of the three you pick, you’ll have an amazing property to take pictures at, an incredible staff that will care for you, and some of the friendliest farm animals to pose with, if that’s your thing.
Location: 1 Hollinger Ln, Elizabethtown, PA 17022
Accessibility for Guests: Elizabethtown, PA is located roughly 20 minutes west of Lancaster, PA and has a variety of local hotels for guests. Each of their venues on the property have adequate parking as well
Website: Stone Gables Estate
Our Weddings:
Chuck and Emily’s Intimate Ironstone Ranch Wedding
Mike and Veronica’s Spring Wedding at The Star Barn
Matt and Monica’s Ironstone Ranch Wedding
MoonStone Manor
Why we love Moonstone Manor: Moonstone Manor is another venue that we started working at over 10 years ago and it’s only gotten better over that stretch. Moonstone Manor is a beautiful estate with colonial ruins that make for an amazing backdrop for portraits. Also, the Conewago Creek is right up against the property which when the season is right, gets the most buttery soft dappled light. It’s amazing! The manor itself has several suites for getting ready and the tented reception area is perfect for all weddings, large and small. A great addition that has been added is a dedicated covered ceremony location in the event of rain on your wedding day. There’s nothing like peace of mind when it comes to planning a day as significant as this. This is one of the reasons it’s a top wedding venue in PA.
Location: 2048 Zeager Rd, Elizabethtown, PA 17022
Accessibility for Guests: Elizabethtown, PA is located roughly 20 minutes west of Lancaster, PA and has a variety of local hotels for guests. On-site parking is convenient also
Website: Moonstone Manor
Our Weddings:
Chelsea and Ryan’s Summer Wedding at Moonstone Manor
Mike and Lexie’s Moonstone Manor Wedding
Garrett and Nicole’s Outdoor Wedding at Moonstone Manor
Barn at StoneyBrooke
Why The Barn at StoneyBrooke is a Top Wedding Venue in PA: Barn weddings are incredibly popular in this part of PA and we’ve found that if a venue doesn’t intentionally set themselves apart from the rest, it’s easy for them to become “just another barn”. That is absolutely not the case with The Barn at StoneyBrooke. The barn itself has a rustic feel, but with modern amenities- It’s the perfect balance. The bride and groom suites are a feature, not an afterthought. We’ve shot at so many venues where the prep suites were just a room that wasn’t being used. Real talk, if you’re planning a wedding, you’re going to want an awesome area to hang out, get dressed, and relax for several hours. The Barn at Stoneybrooke is going to wow you with their suites! Next, their outdoor ceremony location is absolutely stunning. Check out the images from the wedding on our blog below. Your guests will have plenty of space and there’s not a bad view to be found. Finally, the grounds are absolutely perfect for portraits of you two, your friends and family. If you’re looking for a barn venue for your wedding, but want one that is memorable for so many reasons, The Barn at StoneyBrook should absolutely be on your list!
Location: 4740 Lower Valley Road, Atglen, PA 19310
Accessibility for Guests: Gap and Coatesville are 15 minutes away or less for hotels, and the venue also has plenty of on-site parking for guests. With Amish country nearby, there is plenty for your guests to do if they’re in town for a long weekend!
Website: Barn at Stoneybrooke
Our Weddings:
Chad and Megan’s Barn at Stoneybrooke Wedding
Barn at Silverstone
Why we love: The problem with many barn venues is that if the weather is not ideal, the ceremony often gets relocated to inside the barn where the reception is. The tables get moved out of the way and it’s ultimately a terrible plan B. Well that is never the case at The Barn at Silverstone. On the property, there is a dedicated indoor ceremony location equipped with string lights to give it a really warm and welcoming feel. Even when the weather is nice, having your ceremony in the indoor area is a solid option. Jumping to the the suites, both are pretty amazing and offer a ton of space for you and your wedding parties to get ready. There is also a amazing tree grove on the property that is fantastic for portraits. The Barn at Silverstone is the perfect balance of luxury, rustic, and accessibility. Highly recommend!
Location: 62 Bowman Rd, Lancaster, PA 17602
Accessibility for Guests: You can throw a rock and hit Rt30, yet while you’re on the property, you’d think it was a remote property away from the stresses of life. There are no shortages of hotels and attractions close by. Ample parking on the property as well.
Website: The Barn at Silverstone
Our Weddings:
Kevin and Jennifer’s Summer Wedding at The Barn at Silverstone
Mike and Jamie’s Barn at Silverstone Wedding
The Bond
Why The Bond is a Top Wedding Venue in PA: Concrete floors, exposed ceilings, massive windows… If you’re looking for a warehouse chic wedding venue in central PA, add The Bond to your short list. There’s so much to like about The Bond, but from a photographer’s perspective, I love it because it gives you a blank canvas to work with. Some venues have tons of built in decor and color schemes, but with The Bond, you can make it what you want it to be. You can dress it up with beautiful floral arrangements hanging from the ceiling or you can keep it minimalistic. The choice is yours.
Location: 134 E. King Street, York, Pennsylvania 17401
Accessibility for Guests: There are plenty of hotels in the area and a large parking lot across the street. Having your guests find the venue and parking is zero issue at The Bond.
Website: The Bond
Our Weddings: Terry and Casey’s Wedding at The Bond
Cork Factory Hotel
Why we love: The Cork Factory Hotel bucks the trend that most hotel weddings are bland. We’ve had quite a few weddings at generic hotel ballrooms that are glorified conference rooms with low drop ceilings. That couldn’t be further from the truth with The Cork Factory Hotel. As you may assume, the building used to be a cork factory, but has now been transformed into a boutique hotel with a ton of character and charm. Think warn red brick, exposed beams and solid wood floors. Those are just the guest rooms though. In their wedding space, you get access to a stunning ballroom with the same character as the rooms but on a grander scale. While the surrounding areas outside are mainly parking lots, for an experienced photographer, there are so many amazing opportunities for stunning portraits. You just need to know where to go! BTW, the food at The Cork Factory Hotel is out of this world!
Location: 480 New Holland Avenue, Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17602
Accessibility for Guests: Downtown Lancaster with ample parking and logging for guests. Knock out two birds with one stone here.
Website: The Cork Factory
Our Weddings:
Herb and Marie-Pier’s Wedding at The Cork Factory Hotel
Jordan and Dara’s Wedding at The Cork Factory Hotel
Riverdale Manor
Why Riverdale Manor is a Top Wedding Venue in PA: I am always going to have a soft place in my heart for Riverdale Manor. Riverdale Manor was the first venue to put me on their preferred vendor list back in 2010 and every time I am back there, it feels like home. John and Maureen, the owners, have continually improved the property and experience for their clients over the years. Riverdale Manor is beautiful old estate that sits right on the Conestoga River in Lancaster. The property is stunning, the staff is excellent and the food is absolutely perfect. Go with the buffet style meals- you can thank me later.
Location: 62 Pitney Road, Lancaster, PA 17602
Accessibility for Guests: Riverdale Manor is close to local hotels with shuttle services, but also has plenty of parking for you and your guests. It’s easy to find and accessible.
Website: Riverdale Wedding
Our Weddings:
Craig and Jennifer’s Wedding at Riverdale Manor
Ben and Danie’s Wedding at Riverdal Manor
Tom and Alicia’s Wedding at Riverdale Manor
Chris and Kelly’s Wedding at Riverdale Manor
Bluestone Estate
Why we love: Bluestone Estate is an absolutely gorgeous modern barn venue that impresses on many levels. For me though, what I absolutely love about Bluestone Estate is that the bride and groom lounges are elite. Starting your day in one of these suites is absolutely going to get your day off to a great start. From here, the beautiful grounds, spacious barn and perfect cocktail hour spaces are going to win you over. I highly recommend checking out Bluestone Estate for your wedding and it’s easy to add it to our list of top wedding venues in PA
Location: 30-A Refton Rd, Willow Street, PA 17584
Accessibility for Guests: Bluestone Estate has plenty of onsite parking and shuttle services to nearby hotels.
Website: Bluestone Estate Weddings
Our Weddings: (While we do have extensive experience working at Bluestone Estate, it while shooting for another photographer, so we’re not at liberty to showcase the images publicly. For this reason, you can check out the following post to get a better idea of our work)
Best Wedding Photography Pictures of 2023
Excelsior
Why Excelsior is a Top Wedding Venue in PA: Excelsior is easily my favorite non-barn venue in the heart of Lancaster, PA. It’s something totally different and boasts character that’s incredibly hard to find in the area. Where else can you find a stunning garden wall for your ceremony, catacombs for your cocktail hour, a garden courtyard for your guests to hang out, and a stunning ballroom for your sit-down dinner? I’ll wait for you to find somewhere like this within 100 miles. You’ll love it here!
Location: 125 East King Street, Lancaster, PA
Accessibility for Guests: Excelsior is in downtown Lancaster a block away from the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square. Right across the street is a spacious parking garage. Your guests will have no problem getting here or finding parking. In fact, some of my favorite spots in Lancaster are only a short walk away, making it easy for your guests to enjoy themselves while in the area.
Website: Excelsior
Our Weddings: Andy and Samantha’s Wedding at Excelsior
The French Creek Golf Club
Why we love: Aside from the French Creek Golf Club being the closest venue to our studio just a few miles north, we actually do love shooting here a lot. The property is gorgeous, the grounds are stunning, the meal service is off the charts and it’s just a fantastic venue all around for your wedding.
Location: 4500 Conestoga Rd, Chester County,PA 19520
Accessibility for Guests: Nestled between Philadelphia and Lancaster, The French Creek Golf club is incredibly easy to get to and there is plenty of on-site parking for your guests. While there aren’t hotels right around the corner, they also aren’t so far away that it’s a major inconvenience for your guests. Sometimes a scenic drive is really nice!
Website: The French Creek Golf Club
Our Weddings: Hubert and Daphne’s French Creek Wedding
Harvest View Barn
Why we love: The Harvest View Barn in Elizabethtown is one of those venues that keeps getting better each time I’m there. What happens when you mix a convenient farmhouse, beautiful property, scenic pond and spacious barn? Well you get a blank canvas to make your day exactly what you want it to be.
Location: 338 Sunnyburn Road, Elizabethtown, PA 17022
Accessibility for Guests: Just a 20 minute drive from the heart of Lancaster, you’ll have no problems with parking, hotels, shuttles, or any other services you need for your wedding at Harvest View Barn.
Website: Harvest View Barn
Our Weddings: Steve and Jackie’s Wedding at Harvest View Barn
Greater Philadelphia Area Venues
River House at Odette’s
Why The River House at Odette’s is One of Our Top Wedding Venues in PA: If I was going to start a wedding venue, I’d take so many design cues from the River House at Odette’s. The rooms are awesome, the design, architecture and vibe are all perfect and it’s just one of those places I absolutely love shooting at. Sure, it doesn’t have sprawling fields and wooded areas for portraits, but it has so many untapped nooks and crannies that make shooting there an adventure each time. I love going back there and playing with the colors, textures, and everything else that makes it unique. Give it a visit and you’ll see why this easily one of the top wedding venues in PA
Location: 274 S River Rd, New Hope, PA 18938
Accessibility for Guests: Due to the location of the River House parking is very limited, however they have valet parking for guests and an overflow lot with shuttle as well. But real talk, if you’re having your wedding there, get a hotel block as well and give your guests the opportunity to stay here. You won’t be disappointed!
Website: River House at Odette’s
Our Weddings: Jessica and Trevor’s Wedding at The River House at Odette’s
The Ballroom at Ellis Preserve
Why we love: One word: Iconic. The way they light up the front of the venue makes The Ballroom at Ellis Preserve absolutely stunning! I cannot say enough about this place. The experience is top notch- everything from getting ready through the end of the night. You’re going to absolutely love this place! If you give The Ballroom at Ellis Preserve a visit, you’ll see why we added it to our list of top venues in PA
Location: 3821 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073
Accessibility for Guests: Onsite parking and close proximity to hotels make The Ballroom at Ellis preserve so easy for your guests.
Website: The Ballroom at Ellis Preserve
Our Weddings: Nathan and Emily’s Wedding at The Ballroom at Ellis Preserve
Welkinweir
Why we love: Welkinweir is located in the Pottstown area which is a wedding venue desert. There aren’t a ton of options in the area, but that doesn’t mean Welkinweir isn’t worth checking out. The estate sits back off of Rt 100 and boasts a unique farmhouse, beautiful outdoor space and just has that small private estate feel so many couples are looking for these days. I cannot tell you how many years it’s been since we shot there last… Ok, I’ll tell you… It’s been 12 years. Wow. Who wants to give us a good reason to go back and make some magic there? Let’s talk!
Location: 1368 Prizer Rd, Pottstown, PA 19465
Accessibility for Guests: Located just off Rt 100, Welkinweir is close to local hotels. I recommend setting up a shuttle service with those hotels to make it even easier for your guests to get to/from the venue. Make sure you tour the property to ensure your elderly guests are able to move around easily.
Website: Welkinweir
Our Weddings: Kevin and Lindsey’s Wedding at Welkinweir
The Manor House at Springton Manor Farm
Why The Manor House at Springton Manor Farm is One of Our Top Wedding Venues in PA: Springton Manor Farm is one of my favorite local venues here in Chester County. The property is a massive working farm that is open to the public periodically. The venue space has a large farmhouse and there are endless options for amazing photos all over the property. I love working at venues where you have options for where to have the ceremony, how you want to decorate and picking the vibe that makes the most sense for you. The Manor House at Springton Manor Farm won’t disappoint! Oh, btw, You also get access to one of our favorite caterers, Queen of Hearts. If you’re getting married in the Chester County area, give this a visit for sure!
Location: 860 Springton Road, Glenmoore, PA 19343
Accessibility for Guests: Although you may feel like you’re somewhere in farm country away from the hustle and bustle of life, Springton Manor Farm is really close to hotels, attractions and has ample parking on the property as well. You and your guests will have no problems with accessibility.
Website: Springton Manor Farm
Our Weddings:
Jorge and Rachel’s Wedding at Springton Manor Farm
Ballroom at The Ben
Why we love: The Ballroom at the Ben is one of the most iconic venues in downtown Philadelphia. The food is fantastic, the service unmatched, and you’re incredibly close to dozens of go-to locations all over town for portraits. If I was getting married all over again and wanted to have a city wedding, the Ballroom at The Ben would be on my shortlist of venues. One of the things I love about it is that if it happens to be a rainy day in the city, the lobby of the building can easily facilitate tons of variety for pictures, which cannot be said for many other spots around the city. Planning a wedding in Philadelphia? Check it out!
Location: 834 Chestnut Street,Philadelphia, PA 19107
Accessibility for Guests: As easy as it gets! Hotels all around within walking distance and there is a large parking lot right across the street. 10/10 For accessibility.
Website: Ballroom at The Ben
Our Weddings:
Kevin and Li’s Wedding at Ballroom at The Ben
Andrew and Dina’s Wedding at Ballroom at The Ben
The Union League
Why The Union League is One of Our Top Wedding Venues in PA: You simply cannot get closer to Broad Street somewhere else than you can at The Union League. Weddings here are just different. They’re classy, iconic, high end, and if you’re aiming for a luxury experience, that’s exactly what you’re going to get! You and your guests will have such an amazing time if you end up hosting your wedding at The Union League and we’d love the opportunity to be a part of it! If you want to check out one of our past weddings there, you can find it a few lines below.
Location: 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Accessibility for Guests: Like many other center city venues, The Union League gets an easy 10/10 for accessibility.
Website: The Union League
Our Weddings: Daron and Kathleen’s Wedding at The Union League
The Ritz Carlton
Why we love: I’ll shoot straight with you- Some venues, we’ve only shot at once in 17 years… Sometimes that’s just because of how the inquiries come (or don’t come) our way… Other times, it’s because we have absolutely zero interest in ever returning. Well, when it comes to The Ritz Carlton, I can firmly say that if I got an inquiry today to shoot another wedding there… I would do a happy dance and do whatever I needed to seal the deal. Weddings at The Ritz Carlton are amazing and I cannot wait to shoot there again. The building is incredibly unique and there are so many photo opportunities all around. The staff will treat you like kings and queens too! I’ve said this about a few other venues in the city, but this would absolutely be a venue worth checking out if you’re wanting a top experience for you and your guests.
Location:10 Avenue of The Arts, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Accessibility for Guests: 10/10 – Incredibly easy for you and your guests to get to and from The Ritz.
Website: The Ritz Carlton
Our Weddings: Austin and Lourdes’ Wedding at The Ritz Carlton
Crystal Tea Room
Why The Crystal Tea Room is One of Our Top Wedding Venues in PA : The Crystal Tea Room is the ballroom of ballrooms in Philadelphia and one of our top wedding venues in PA. Located right across the street from City Hall, the Crystal Tea Room is one of the most memorable spots to host a wedding. Your guests will have an amazing experience and you’ll be able to rest assured knowing that every detail is going to be handled by the amazing staff. There are so many unique photo location in and around that we’ll have absolutely no trouble with the timeline or finding spots that will look amazing. We absolutely love when we have weddings pop up at the Crystal Tea Room, so if you’re considering this as an option, we’d love to connect with you to talk more!
Location: 100 Penn Square East, Wanamaker Building 9th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Accessibility for Guests: Same as almost every other center city venue, you and your guests will have easy access to and from the Crystal Tea Room.
Website: Crystal Tea Room
Our Weddings:
Mike and Natalie’s Wedding at The Crystal Tea Room
Dan and Nicole’s Wedding at The Crystal Tea Room
Inn at Villanova
Why we love: The Inn at Villanova is a venue that we wish we were at more often than we are. It seems like every time we get an inquiry, we happen to be booked that day. It’s a shame because it’s an absolute stunning place to work. The venue itself has so much history an character and that’s all before you step out onto the grounds. Wow. They’re immaculate and make for an amazing backdrop for your ceremony, cocktail hour and portraits. If you’re looking for a venue with a perfect blend of beauty, history, and accommodations, check out the Inn at Villanova!
Location: 601 County Line Rd, Radnor, PA 19087
Accessibility for Guests: Incredibly easy access for you and your guests!
Website: Inn at Vilanova
Our Weddings: Rob and Jess’s Wedding at Inn at Villanova
Union Trust
Why we love: Union Trust is far and away one of the most unique venues in downtown Philadelphia. This venue is skinny, long, and tall… and full of character. Every time I get an opportunity to work here, it always bubbles with creative shots, unique angles and lot of color. It’s truly special and worth considering. Oh, and hopefully it goes without saying, but the staff, service, and food are out of this world. Can’t beat it! Check it out and see why we added it to our list of top wedding venues in PA.
Location: 717 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Accessibility for Guests: Same as all of the other center city spots. Accessibility won’t be an issue for you in any way.
Website: Union Trust
Our Weddings: Michael and Darleen’s Wedding at Union Trust
Moshulu
Why we love: Want to get married or celebrate on the open seas (of the Delaware River)? Well now you can, thanks to The Moshulu- One of the most iconic restaurants in the city. There’s nothing else quite like it in all of Philadelphia so if you’re planning a smaller affair with a limited guest count, it’s absolutely worth checking out. Of course, you’ll need to work out the other logistics of where you’re getting ready etc, but that’s no big deal really. If you have a guest list of frequent wedding attendees and want to do something a bit unconventional, this is your spot.
Location: 401 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Accessibility for Guests: Easy Peasy for parking, but keep in mind that it is a boat, so if you have guests who get sea sick, you may want to let them know ahead of time 🙂
Website: The Moshulu
Our Weddings:
Chris and Alli’s Wedding at the Moshulu
Morris Arboretum
Why we love: There are several arboretums in the greater Philadelphia area, but one of our favorites is absolutely the Morris Arboretum. The property is endlessly covered by immaculate gardens, unique sculptures, rare trees and open space. It’s a photographer’s dream to shoot here and every time we come back, we find new and creative places to shoot. Nathan has personally photographed over 500 weddings and there are few places I’d happily come back to every single weekend- The Morris Arboretum is one of them- which is why it’s one of our top wedding venues in PA worth considering!
Location: 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
Accessibility for Guests: Located in the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia, The Morris Arboretum is close to hotels and attractions. Ample parking onsite and paved pathways for guests
Website: Morris Arboretum
Our Weddings: Zach and Emily’s Morris Arboretum Wedding
Cescaphe Ballroom
Why The Cescaphe Ballroom is One of Our Top Wedding Venues in PA: There is a brand of elite wedding venues in the Philadelphia area that fall under the Cescaphe (chess-cuff-A) name. The Cescaphe Ballroom is one of them and like all of the others, you’re going to get top-notch service, amazing food (the cocktail hour stations are elite), and so much more. Knowing that the logistics of your day are handled by absolute professionals gives you the peace of mind to actually enjoy your day and know that all of the important details are handled.
Location: 1412 Mt. Vernon Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Accessibility for Guests: Being in the heart of the city, The Cescaphe Ballroom is incredibly close to wonderful hotels and other accommodations. There is also on-site valet service for your guests who choose to drive themselves.
Website: Cescaphe Ballroom
Our Weddings:
Karl and Deanna’s Wedding at Cescaphe Ballroom
John and Sandi’s Wedding at Cescaphe Ballroom
Tendenza
Why Tendenza is One of Our Top Wedding Venues in PA: Tendenza is another Cescaphe venue worth considering. One of the things I love about it is that it has a little more unique character than some of the other Cescaphe venues- Specifically the mashup between the exposed red brick walls and lighting. You’re going to get the same level of care from their staff and the food is out of this world! Cescaphe also offers trolley service so it’s easy to get ready at a hotel, hot around the city for pictures and then head over to Tendenza with ease.
Location: 969 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Accessibility for Guests: Being in the heart of the city, Tendenza is incredibly close to wonderful hotels and other accommodations. There is also on-site valet service for your guests who choose to drive themselves.
Website: Tendenza
Our Weddings:
Alex and Isabel’s Spring Wedding at Tendenza
Vie
Why we love: Vie, another Cescaphe venue worth considering, is on our list of the top wedding venues in Pa worth considering because of the excellent care and service you get while having your wedding there. Yes, the venue is stunning top to bottom. Yes, the location, food and facilities are top notch. But at the end of the day, when you know you can rely on a venue to create an amazing experience for you and your guests, that means you have zero stress. And I cannot emphasize just how much a stress free day is important for you. It’s also incredibly important for your vendors too because they can focus solely on you and what they’re there for. Check our Vie if you’re having a city wedding and you’ll absolutely understand why why we added it to our top wedding venues in PA
Location: 1412 Mt. Vernon Street Philadelphia, PA 19130
Accessibility for Guests: Same as all of the other Cescaphe venues, 10/10
Website: Vie
Our Weddings:
Brian and Amanda’s Wedding at Vie
Mike and Ashley’s Wedding at Vie
The Lucy
Why The Lucy is One of Our Top Venues in PA: The Lucy is one of the newer Cescaphe venues in Philadelphia and is perfectly located on South Broad Street (which is also home to some of the most iconic wedding photography pictures in the city). I love the Lucy because of it’s easy access to S Broad Street for night shots in the city. We love taking our couples out after dark for so interesting and unique shots, but when it requires a lot of effort to get there, it can be a deterrent. That’s not the case here though. Also, by having your wedding here, you’re getting that same amazing Cescaphe experience I mentioned multiple times earlier.
Location: 231 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Accessibility for Guests: Same as all of the other center city venues- It doesn’t get any easier for you an your guests 10/10
Website: The Lucy
Our Weddings: (All of the weddings we’ve shot at the Lucy have been while shooting for other photographers so we cannot display them on our site)
Water Works
Why we love: For so many years, I would have couples who booked their weddings with me and prior to the big day, they wanted to do engagement pictures in Philadelphia. Without a doubt, I would get more couples picking Water Works/Art Museum as the location they wanted to be. And for good measure mind you! Now, Water Works is part of the Cescaphe family of venues and you’re able to get such a unique view of the city you never thought possible for your special day. I love that this is a Philadelphia venue with a completely different look and feel than some of the other center city spots, but you still get the amazing service and care. Situated right between the Art Museum and the Schuylkill River, your guests will remember your special day if for no other reason than the uniqueness of your venue.
Location: 640 Waterworks Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Accessibility for Guests: Easy to get to, close to hotels, however, it will require shuttle service or your guests to drive themselves as it’s not within walking distance to local hotels.
Website: Water Works
Our Weddings: (All of the weddings we’ve shot at the Lucy have been while shooting for other photographers so we cannot display them on our site)
Parque at Ridley Creek
Why we love: Ridley Creek Park has long been one of my favorite engagement session locations over the years, so when they opened the former Hunting Hill Mansion and made it a wedding venue called Parque, I was thrilled. We’ve shot several weddings here over the years and the property is vast and sprawling with amazing photo locations for you, your wedding part and family. It’s truly a gorgeous property and one to check out if you’re looking for something in the suburbs of Philadelphia.
Location: 1023 Sycamore Mills Rd, Media, PA 19063
Accessibility for Guests: Ample parking and hotels within 10 minutes. The grounds at Parque are a mix between paved walkways and gravel, and there are no hard to reach areas for you of guests.
Website: Parque
Our Weddings:
Carol and Matt’s Summer wedding at Parque
Pomme
Why Pomme is One of Our Top Venues in PA: I don’t know why this is the case, but we seem to have some of our favorite couples at certain venues and I’ve absolutely always adored the couples who get married at Pomme. Do you want to be next? For real though, Pomme is a really unique venue with a ton of character that’s absolutely worth checking out. The grounds are lovely, the interior has a ton of charm and done NEED a ton to make it special, and their in-house catering options are wonderful also. There are a lot of main line wedding venues that are solid, but Pomme is easily one of our top venues in PA to check out!
Location: 175 King of Prussia Rd, Radnor, PA 19087
Accessibility for Guests: Ample parking and hotels within 10 minutes. Accessibility here is an easy 10/10 for you and guests.
Website: Pomme
Our Weddings:
Alana and Craig’s stylish wedding at Pomme
Stan and Maggie’s Summer wedding at Pomme
Barn On Bridge
Why we love: The Barn on Bridge may not be everyone’s cup of tea. Hear me out. You don’t walk in and immediately say, “oh, this looks like a wedding venue”, but are you looking to do what everyone else does all of the time. The Barn on Bridge is unique because of the layout in the main reception area. There is a really unique catwalk for your first dance and you get to be really creative in how you decorate the barn. If you are looking for barn vibes, but don’t want to travel to Lancaster county, check out the Barn on Bridge.
Location: 385 Bridge Street Collegeville, PA 19426
Accessibility for Guests: Plenty of parking and close proximity to hotels. Your guests will have no issue with accessibility here.
Website: Barn On Bridge
Our Weddings:
Randy and Leigh’s Wedding at Barn on Bridge
Jason and Meghan’s Wedding at Barn on Bridge
Rivercrest Golf Club
Why we love: Country club venues sometimes get a bad reputation for all being the same. One of the things we love about Rivercrest Gold Club is the versatility of the locations they make available to you for portraits. While it’s obvious wedding parties cannot be galavanting all over the course while members are trying to play, Rivercrest does have some key areas you can shoot at that make it clear and obvious you’re at a golf course. For the reception, their staff will take great care of you and ensure everything is taken care of. You’ll be in good hands with Rivercrest and you’ll easily see why we added it to our top wedding venues in PA
Location: 100 RiverCrest Drive, Phoenixville, PA
Accessibility for Guests: Close to a variety of hotels and other accommodations, Rivercrest is easy to get to for everyone.
Website: Rivercrest Golf Club
Our Weddings:
Chris and Ashley’s Wedding at Rivercrest Golf Club
Tyler and Bethany’s Wedding at Rivercrest Golf Club
Carl and Ann’s Wedding at Rivercrest Golf Club