10 Dreamy Waterfront Wedding Venues in Sydney

Sydney is one of the most idyllic places in the world to have an alfresco wedding, especially because its beaches are simply stunning. The spectacular combination of pristine sands, gorgeous sunsets and breathtaking ocean views ensure that wedding dreams come true.

Having a hard time choosing a waterfront venue in Sydney? We’ve done the work for you and listed the 10 dreamiest waterfront wedding venues Sydney has to offer.

1. Wylie's Baths

Wylie’s Baths is the most stunning location on the Sydney coast for celebrating your big day! With a wide selection of venue options and event packages, Wylie's is the ideal wedding venue in Sydney for breathtaking receptions. The marquee on the top deck overlooks the Baths, Coogee Beach, and Wedding Cake Island, and is sure to impress your guests. The marquee may be decorated with a variety of decorations, lights, table arrangements, and, in the event of bad weather, clear ocean-side panelling to keep your guests comfortable whilst still taking in the breathtaking views.

2. Prince Henry Centre

The Prince Henry Centre at Little Bay's award-winning function centre, located in the eastern suburbs, is known for its breathtaking panoramic ocean views from every vantage point. This new complex features superb modern facilities, a range of flexible areas, and an innovative and sustainable design with stunning views of coastal sandstone cliffs and the Pacific Ocean, making it the ideal waterfront location for your special day! Facilities include spacious rooms and terraces, private event rooms, a commercial kitchen, dressing rooms, an outdoor amphitheatre, undercover parking and the latest in multimedia and audio-visual technology.

3. Clovelly Hotel

Located about 20 minutes from Sydney CBD, The Clovelly Hotel has been providing delicious meals and drinks to the community for over five decades. This iconic venue features an old-school sports bar, a lounge bar, and several function rooms. The venue’s vibrant and relaxed spaces are also perfect for a decadent wedding or special occasion. The Ocean View is a semi-private events space that offers breathtaking views of Clovelly Bay and opens onto a private ocean view balcony — an ideal setting for a cocktail reception after your beachfront ceremony.

4. Centennial Homestead

Torn between the beautiful gardens or waterfront wedding venues in Sydney? With options for onsite and marquee ceremony locations and proximity to Busby's Pond, you can have both. At Centennial Homestead, you have access to massive open lawns, lush gardens, wooded groves and water features. Some of the function areas overlook the pond, giving your ceremony or reception a beautiful backdrop. The possibilities are endless for a dreamy wedding at this incredible venue!

5. White Bay Cruise Terminal

This modern blank canvas venue is the latest and most exciting waterfront location in Sydney, offering stunning panoramic views of the Sydney skyline. With sky-high ceilings, minimalist interiors, plenty of natural light and a magnificent harbour’s edge terrace, this space can be easily customised to fulfil your vision.

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6. Coast Harbour Cruises

When you live in a city with such a gorgeous waterfront, you have to make the most of it! This is where Sydney's charter boats come in handy. Forget about waterfront weddings; say your “I do” right on the water! Coast, a modern 20-metre catamaran, lets you do just that. And because it’s relatively quiet for such a massive vessel, the roar of engines won’t drown out your solemn vows. Coast provides entertainment, catering, media equipment, and beverages, making it super simple to transport party times from dry land to the midst of sea breezes and magnificent vistas.

7. Rydges Cronulla Beachside

The four-star Rydges Cronulla Beachside hotel overlooks one of Sydney's best beaches and boasts a number of high-end function spaces. Both the Sutherland Room and Red Radish have floor-to-ceiling windows, making them ideal for a dreamy wedding with a waterfront view. Both rooms also lead to a lovely terrace, ideal for canapes or pre-dinner beverages. Guests, out-of-town relatives, and the bridal party can stay in any of the hotel's spacious rooms, many of which have panoramic views of the gorgeous bay below.

8. Bangarra Dance Studio

One of the most versatile waterfront wedding venues in Sydney is located in Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, home to some of Sydney's most renowned performing arts organisations. The Bangarra Dance Studio combines state-of-the-art facilities with amazing views of the harbour and beyond, making it one of NSW's most sought-after events venues. All venue bookings can be combined with a selection of food and beverage options from four of Sydney's leading catering companies, thanks to an onsite professional kitchen.

9. Cruise Bar

A spectacular waterfront bar setting with views of the Opera House and Sydney Harbour, weather-safe indoor and outdoor spaces, sleek interiors and an alfresco ambience — what more could you want? An unbeatable backdrop will make for wedding photos you'll cherish forever and will give your special day that "wow" factor.

10. Sydney Opera House

Is there a more iconic Sydney venue than this? It may be last on this list, but the Sydney Opera House is one of the first waterfront wedding venues that Sydney couples think about when planning for their big day. Whether you're planning a formal sit-down dinner or a lavish cocktail celebration, the Sydney Opera House is the ideal setting for your big day. The Yallamundi Rooms, one of the Opera House’s newest venues, features access to an outdoor deck, allowing you to take advantage of the amazing harbour views.