12 Best Manhattan Wedding Venues
With its iconic skyline, historic architecture, and chic modern spaces, Manhattan is home to some of the most stunning wedding venues in New York. Whether you’re planning a large, luxurious celebration or an intimate rooftop wedding, the city offers something for any style and taste.
Here’s a look at some of the best Manhattan wedding venues to help you find the perfect spot for your New York wedding day!
Best Manhattan Wedding Venues Featured
The Bowery Hotel
The Central Park Boathouse
Tribeca Rooftop
The New York City Public Library
The Mandarin Oriental
The Foundry
Midtown Loft and Terrace
The View at the Battery
Conservatory Garden in Central Park
Merchant’s House
620 Loft & Garden
NYC Churches for Weddings
The Bowery Hotel
The Bowery Hotel is a luxurious venue that exudes elegance and sophistication. Its stunning interiors feature high ceilings, vintage decor, and large windows that provide natural light.
Couples can choose to hold their ceremony in the hotel's beautifully decorated indoor spaces or opt for an outdoor setting in the terrace with the NYC skyline in the background. The venue can accommodate intimate weddings at the Gemma Wine Room and larger weddings of up to 175 people.
The Central Park Boathouse
Nestled within Central Park, the Boathouse offers a picturesque setting with views of the serene lake and lush greenery. Couples can have their ceremony outdoors by the water or indoors in the elegant dining room. They can host up to 350 guests for a standing reception or 200 guests with a full-service seated dining experience.
Tribeca Rooftop
Tribeca Rooftop is a modern venue that boasts breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline. The rooftop provides a stunning backdrop for outdoor ceremonies, while the spacious indoor area is perfect for receptions.
They can accommodate up to 720 guests for a cocktail hour, and up to 325 guests for your ceremony. They also offer many useful amenities, like on-site getting ready suites, a huge dance floor and on-site catering, as well!
The New York City Public Library
The New York Public Library is one of the most beautiful buildings you’ll ever see with its Renaissance-style architecture and super unique architecture. The Library has several different spaces for weddings of any size. You’ll find intimate banquet halls and large rooms like the Celeste Bartos Forum.
The Mandarin Oriental
The Mandarin Oriental offers a luxurious setting with the best views of the city! The venue looks out over the city skyline and Central Park from the 36th floor. There are several different yet equally beautiful indoor spaces for your big day, each with its own vibe and perfect for a variety of wedding sizes. You can have a micro wedding of up to 35 people here, or larger weddings of up to 500!
The Foundry
While the Foundry is *technically* in Queens, it’s close enough to be included in this list! This venue combines industrial chic with historical charm. Originally a 19th-century metal foundry, this unique venue features exposed brick walls, an ivy-covered courtyard, and a rooftop terrace with stunning views of the Manhattan skyline. Here’s also an indoor greenhouse and a lounge space, plus the courtyard can be tented giving you options for rainy weather!
The Foundry can accommodate up to 180 guests.
Midtown Loft and Terrace
Midtown Loft and Terrace is a premier event space that offers both indoor and outdoor settings for your Manhattan wedding day. Located in the heart of Manhattan, this venue features a spacious loft with high ceilings, elegant chandeliers, and a neutral palette that can be customized to fit any wedding theme.
The rooftop terrace, with its breathtaking views of the Empire State Building and Midtown Manhattan, is perfect for a sunset ceremony or cocktail hour. The venue is great for up to 180 guests for a sit-down reception or up to 300 guests for a cocktail reception.
The View at the Battery
If you’re looking for a wedding venue with breathtaking views of New York Harbor, The View at The Battery is the perfect choice. Located in Battery Park, this venue offers unparalleled views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the surrounding waterfront.
The venue can accommodate up to 300 guests and offers both indoor and outdoor spaces, including a beautiful tented terrace for ceremonies or cocktail receptions.
Conservatory Garden in Central Park
Conservatory Garden is one of Central Park’s most beautiful and serene locations. Nestled in the northeastern corner of the park, this six-acre garden is divided into three distinct sections, each with its own unique charm and character.
The Italian Garden features a large lawn and a charming Wisteria-covered pergola, perfect for a romantic ceremony. The French Garden, with its stunning fountain and meticulously manicured hedges, offers a picturesque setting for wedding photos. Meanwhile, the English Garden, filled with seasonal flowers and a lovely reflecting pool. It’s a beautiful location for small weddings of up to 100 people. You will need to apply for a permit to have your wedding here!
Merchant’s House
Merchant’s House is a 19th-century home, which has preserved a lot of its original furnishings and décor, and offers an intimate and atmospheric setting for an elopement or micro wedding. Located in the East Village, the museum’s garden and period rooms provide a beautiful backdrop for a small gathering of up to 30 guests.
The museum’s secluded garden is perfect for a romantic ceremony, while the parlor and other rooms provide a cozy setting for a reception.
620 Loft & Garden.
620 Loft & Garden is one of Manhattan’s most enchanting venues, offering a serene rooftop garden with stunning views of Fifth Avenue. Located atop Rockefeller Center, this venue provides indoor and outdoor spaces, and it’s perfect for both intimate ceremonies and chic micro weddings.
The garden, with its manicured lawn and reflective pool, is an amazing setting for an outdoor ceremony. Meanwhile, the loft’s floor-to-ceiling windows allow guests to enjoy breathtaking views of the city, even indoors. 620 Loft & Garden can accommodate up to 120 guests for a sit down meal, and they also do micro weddings and elopements.
Get Married in a Beautiful Church in New York City
For couples looking to tie the knot in a traditional setting, there are so many beautiful churches in NYC! While St. Patrick’s Cathedral may be the most famous, there are other stunning churches across Manhattan that are perfect for intimate weddings or elopements:
The Riverside Church
The Riverside Church is a stunning and historic venue located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, overlooking the Hudson River. Known for its breathtaking Gothic architecture, The Riverside Church offers an awe-inspiring setting for a wedding ceremony.
For those planning a more intimate ceremony, the Christ Chapel provides a beautiful space that accommodates up to 100 guests. On the other hand, the South Hall offers a grand setting that can host up to 500 guests, perfect for larger celebrations. In addition to the ceremony spaces, The Riverside Church also offers various event halls for receptions, rehearsal dinners, and other wedding-related events. Couples and their bridal parties can also take advantage of the get-ready rooms, ensuring a seamless and comfortable experience on their special day.
Church of the Transfiguration (The Little Church Around the Corner)
The Church of the Transfiguration, affectionately known as "The Little Church Around the Corner," is a hidden gem in the heart of Manhattan. The church’s Gothic Revival architecture, complete with a picturesque courtyard, ivy-covered walls, and beautiful stained glass windows, makes for a beautiful place to get married.
The Holy Family Chapel is a quaint beautiful room fit for a small wedding of up to 50 people, while the Main Church will seat up to 350 people.
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Each of these Manhattan wedding venues offers something special, whether it's breathtaking rooftop views, vintage charm, or an elegant luxury experience. Consider what you’d like your big day to look like and choose a venue that you both LOVE!
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