Unique Wedding Venues Los Angeles
Are you looking for the most unique wedding venues in Los Angeles, but don’t know where to start?
I am a wedding photographer located in Los Angeles, California and if there is one thing I have seen A LOT of, it’s wedding venues.
I'm including all of my favorite Los Angeles wedding venues below.
BEFORE WE START, PLEASE BE SURE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR WEDDING PLANNING GUIDE.
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It includes everything you need (checklists, timelines, etc.) to keep you well organized!
Imagine the Vibe of Your Unique Los Angeles Wedding Venue
First things first, decide what type of vibe you'd like your Los Angeles wedding venue to have.
Are you going for an outdoor, garden venue? A woodsy, forest-type of venue? An urban venue? A venue tailored towards really intimate weddings/elopement?
Once you have your ideal venue in mind, sift through the different categories below!
UNIQUE LOS ANGELES WEDDING VENUES THAT TRANSPORT YOU TO ANOTHER COUNTRY
Malibu Rocky Oaks, Malibu
This venue is absolutely breathtaking. It’s Tuscany inspired and has sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and vineyards.
Rancho Las Lomas, Silverado
With beautiful lawns, ancient oaks, apple trees, a zoological garden, and incredible architecture, this venue has A LOT going for it.
Villa Del Sol D’oro, Arcadia
This is one of the prettiest venues I have ever seen. It's located in Arcadia, California and will most definitely transport you and your guests to the hills of Tuscany, Italy.
UNIQUE LOS ANGELES WEDDING VENUES BY THE SEA
Malibu West Beach Club, Malibu
This venue is right on the beach. You can walk on the sand and the ceremony is held feet away from the ocean on a balcony.
The Adamson House, Malibu
I love this venue so much. It’s certainly a unique location for a wedding. It’s a Spanish styled house with moorish influences. It provides really fun and unique architecture along with sweeping sights of the sea. To view a wedding I documented at the Adamson House, click HERE.
Bel-Air-Bay Club, Los Angeles
The Bel-Air-Bay Club is reminiscent of Old Hollywood. It provides beautiful views of the ocean and is great for larger weddings as it hosts up to 600 guests.
The Reef Restaurant, Long Beach
This waterfront restaurant offers harbor views.
To view a wedding I photographed at the Reef Restaurant, click HERE.
UNIQUE LOS ANGELES URBAN WEDDING VENUES
Smog Shoppe, Los Angeles
If you love venues with an urban vibe, you’re going to adore this place.
The Little White Church, Pasadena
To view a wedding I photographed at the Little White Church, click HERE.
I had a hard time deciding which category to place this venue in because it really is it’s own unique thing. It’s the cutest chapel ever that can be used as the ceremony space and then transported into a beautiful reception space. It’s also in the heart of Pasadena, which is amazing because Pasadena itself offers SO MANY great places to take photos, such as couple portraits or bridal party/family portraits at.
The Grassroom, Los Angels
This place is seriously cool! It has an urban vibe, but it also includes a ton of greenery inside. It definitely offers something different!
The Valentine, Los Angeles
This Los Angeles wedding venue features a flowing 9,000 square-foot site plan with an urban flaire. It's a green venue that values sustainability. It also has incredible greenery throughout the space.
Madera Kitchen, Los Angeles
To view a wedding I photographed at the Madera Kitchen, click HERE.
This venue is super cute! It’s located along the edge of Hollywood Hills and offers a hip, funky, and slightly bohemian vibe. It is a fully turnkey restaurant, bar, and wedding event space.
FAVORITE WOODSY LOS ANGELES WEDDING VENUES
The 1909, Topanga Canyon
My favorite part about the 1909 is it’s ceremony area. It takes place in an outdoor wood amphitheater underneath a gigantic tree.
To view a wedding I photographed at the 1909, click HERE.
Calamigos Ranch, Malibu
Calamigos Ranch has 4 venue sites, all with a free-spirited vibe. My absolute favorite is the Oak Room venue, which has magnificent windows, gigantic trees, and a waterfall at the ceremony site.
The Audubon Center, Los Angeles
This venue is surrounded by a ton of nature. This venue would require full service wedding planning as everything would have to be brought it (tables, seatings, etc.), but for a place that offers a lot of nature in the middle of Los Angeles, it would be worth it!
This is especially a unique California wedding venue because you can completely customize it according to your vision. The couple below did a floor reception wedding that was super fun and different.
To view a wedding I photographed at the Audubon Center, click HERE.
BEST LOS ANGELES RANCH, GARDEN, OR OUTDOORSY WEDDING VENUES
Rancho Las Lomas, Silverado
With beautiful lawns, ancient oaks, apple trees, a zoological garden, and incredible architecture, this venue has A LOT going for it. In my opinion, this is definitely one of the most unique California wedding venues!
Saddlerock Ranch, Malibu
Saddlerock ranch offers 4 different venue sites. All include incredible views of the Santa Monica mountains, vineyards, nature, etc. This is a remarkable wedding venue!
Hartley Botanica, Somis
This place is filled with plants, flowers, waterfalls, etc. It’s absolutely beautiful.
South Coast Botanic Garden, Palos Verdes
The gardens here are really impressive!
Orcutt Ranch Horticultural Center
To view a wedding I photographed at Orcutt Ranch, click HERE.
This venue offers a little bit of everything. A beautiful HUGE, oak tree, unique architecture, and a whole lot of nature. It has a whimsical quality to it.
Pickwick Gardens, Burbank
This venue offers a classic garden vibe, with vibrant greenery, fountains, flowers, etc.
To view 2 weddings I photographed at Pickwick Gardens, click HERE & HERE.
UNIQUE WEDDING VENUES LOS ANGELES FOR ELOPEMENTS
Malibu, Farm, Malibu
This place is adorable and is on the Malibu pier. The food is also amazing!
Inn of the Seventh Ray, Topanga Canyon
With huge trees, a waterfall, winding passageways, nature and fresh organic food, this venue makes you feel alive and free.
To view a wedding I photographed at the Inn of the Seventh Ray, click HERE.
Gladstones, Los Angeles
Gladstones is located between Malibu and Santa Monica and is one of the few restaurants to offer direct beach access.
The Culver City Hotel, Culver City
This place is filled with so much character – unique wall paper, chandeliers, amazing flooring, and an old-fashioned fire escape.
To view a wedding I photographed at the Culver City Hotel, click HERE.
Madera Kitchen, Los Angeles
This venue is super cute! It’s located along the edge of Hollywood Hills and offers a hip, funky, and slightly bohemian vibe. It is a fully turnkey restaurant, bar, and wedding event space.
To view a wedding I photographed at the Madera Kitchen, click HERE.
UNIQUE WEDDING VENUES LOS ANGELES WITH VINEYARDS
Cielo Farms, Malibu
Cielo Farms overlooks some of Malibu’s most beautiful vineyards and valleys.
SaddleRock Ranch, Malibu
Saddlerock ranch offers 4 different venue sites. All include incredible views of the Santa Monica mountains, vineyards, nature, etc. This is a remarkable wedding venue!
Triunfo Creek Vineyards, Agoura Hills
A dreamy venue overlooking the vineyards.
There there you have it. Those are the most unique Los Angeles wedding venues. Take your time with this list and see which options you naturally gravitate towards.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, YOU CAN ALWAYS CONTACT ME HERE.
Until next time,
Elyana
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