Recently we did a bridal show and I found that many of the brides & grooms had no idea where they were going to get married yet! Because of that, I wanted to post the Best Wedding Locations in Southern California that you should consider for your upcoming wedding. I am a little on the neat and organized side so I had to put them in some kind of classification and I decided on the feel. Find the one that fits you the most and check out the options!

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Beach Wedding Locations

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BALBOA BAY RESORT     |     balboabayresort.com

Sand & surf at an amazingly beautiful venue in Newport Beach

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LA JOLLA BEACH AND TENNIS CLUB     |     www.ljbtc.com

Ok so this is more in the San Diego area but amazing none the less!

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HARBORSIDE GRAND BALLROOM     |    www.harborside-banquets.com

A nautical choice for your wedding in Newport  Beach.

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VERANDAS BEACH HOUSE     |     www.verandasmb.com

A great mix of garden and beach. Simply beautiful location in Manhattan Beach.

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Rustic Wedding Locations

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HAMILTON OAKS VINEYARDS     |     hamiltonoaksevents.com

Hamilton Oaks is located in San Juan Capistrano amongst 5 Acres of Orange Groves, vineyards and rolling hills.

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CAMARILLO RANCH     |    www.camarilloranch.org

Camarillo Ranch is a beautiful barn wedding venue located in Camarillo. If you want a barn… Here it is!

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SANTA MARGARITA RANCH     |     www.historicsantamargaritaranch.com

There are no words…. Its a little North and out of the way (near San Luis Obispo) but no lie, its worth it!

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THE CONDORS NEST RANCH     |     www.thecondorsnestranch.com

Located near Fallbrook CA. This location has a barn, animals and the whole 9 yards!

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BROOKSIDE EQUESTRIAN CENTER     |    www.brooksideequestrian.com

Rustic and elegant all at the same time! This venue in Walnut, CA. is more horse/equestrian based but rustic none the less!

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LIMONEIRA RACH     |    www.limoneira.com

Ok so their website doesnt cater to weddings but they do them… in the middle of the lemon grove! Contact them to find out more.

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Elegant & Vineyard Wedding Locations

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DESCANSO GARDENS     |     www.descansogardens.org

A beautiful garden setting in XXX with many ceremony and reception locations to choose from.

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South Coast Botanical Gardens     |   www.southcoastbotanicgarden.org

Although their website doesn’t show many photos, this beautiful venue in Palos Verdes is very beautiful for a garden wedding.

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Calamigos Ranch     |     www.calamigos.com

Do you like Giant Trees with twinkle lights dripping down from the tree branches? Then you will love this Malibu location! Better yet, there is a Ferris wheel on property… you cant get more fun than that!

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CASTLE GREEN     |     www.castlegreen.com

A beautiful historic Pasadena location with great architecture and beautiful photo locations.

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Ambassador Mansions and Gardens Auditorium   |    www.ambassadorcampus.com

With beautiful grounds and their giant Pasadena mansion, your wedding will never look better!!!

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HARTLEY BOTANICA     |     www.HartleyBotanica.com

3 Acres in Somis CA. with beautiful landscape designed specifically for weddings.

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THE VILLA DEL SOL     |     www.thevilladelsol.com

An old spanish style building located in Fullerton, CA. with a lovely courtyard perfect for any wedding!

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THE MISSION INN     |    www.missioninn.com

This Riverside wedding venue has beautiful old world charm.

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PONTE ESTATE WINERY     |     www.pontewinery.com

This Temecula winery has beautiful views and is perfect for weddings.

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GRAND TRADITION ESTATE     |    www.grandtradition.com

A little further away in Fallbrook but completely worth the drive. 2 locations to choose from.

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FALKNER WINERY     |     www.falknerwinery.com

Another beautiful Temecula winery!

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VILLA DEL SOL D’ORO     |     www.sagardens.com

One of my favorite locations located in Sierra Madre. If you want your wedding to look like a beautiful Tuscan event, then this is the place for you!

I hope that this helps you to find the location of you dreams. And if you are still looking for your wedding day photography please contact us!