Southern California Wedding Venues You'll Love


What kind of wedding are you planning? Outdoor? Ranch? Wondering about Southern Cal beach wedding venues? Looking for recommendations? We share our fave Southern California venues here.

(If you still can’t get enough, see detailed info for all the Southern California wedding venues on our site.)



California Beach Weddings: 20 Locations Where You Can Tie The Knot On The Sand!

California Beach Weddings: 20 Locations Where You Can Tie The Knot On The Sand!

If it's an authentic beach wedding you're after, then any one of these coastal California venues will arrange it for you. From the sun-drenched shores of San Diego to Northern California's Muir Beach with its forest backdrop, these romantic spots allow you to say your vows on the beach. Not next to the beach, not overlooking the beach, but actually right on the sand.


10 Romantic Getaways in California

10 Romantic Getaways in California

WANTED: A special place for a romantic escape. Scenic, natural surroundings required. Must be lavished with sensual creature comforts. Obliging yet unobtrusive service preferred. Does this imaginary classified ad sound like something you might have written? If so, we’re answering your cry for help with a selection of the best places in California for a romantic weekend (or longer!).


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