Romantic wedding venues in Ontario

Elegant hotels

Experience an elegant wedding at one of Ontario’s finest hotels, with a seamless wedding experience and convenient accommodation for out-of-town guests.

Elora Mill Hotel & Spa

 The Elora Mill Hotel is the perfect setting for a romantic wedding in the charming town of Elora. The Foundry Chapel is a popular spot for wedding ceremonies and features hand-forged iron arch doors, detailed wall and ceiling mouldings, a beautiful fireplace and timber beams. Your guests will want to stay overnight at the historic hotel to experience more of Elora’s beautiful architecture, nature and small-town charm.

Location: 77 Mill Street West, Elora

The Gardens at Pillar and Post

Celebrate your love in the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake at the Pillar and Post, where you can choose indoor or outdoor spaces for your wedding. Toast your big day in a lovely rustic barn with large windows or in a classic ballroom with a private deck and gazebo for stargazing. Your guests will feel truly pampered with the comfortable accommodations and spa at Pillar and Post, just a short walk from the historic Old Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Location: 526 Regent Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake

The Grand Hotel

Built in 1872, The Grand Hotel is located approximately half an hour from downtown Ottawa. The hotel offers stress-free wedding packages and specializes in small weddings. Prepare for a fairy tale wedding in the beautiful bridal suite with your bridal party, where you will feel like royalty. Make a stunning statement as you descend the classic grand staircase, which also provides a dramatic backdrop for a wedding photoshoot. Guests can enjoy an overnight stay in luxurious suites.

Location: 7 Bridge Street, Carleton Place

Windsor Arms Hotel

Celebrate a fairy tale wedding at a storied, luxurious Toronto venue renowned for hosting aristocrats, movie stars and royalty. Share your wedding dreams with The Windsor Arms wedding team or choose from a range of wedding packages.

Location: 18 St. Thomas Street, Toronto

Farms, forests, vineyards and barns

Enjoy the rustic charm and timeless photo ops at farms, vineyards and barn wedding venues with modern amenities.

Whispering Springs

Combine your wedding with luxury glamping just 90 minutes east of Toronto. Whispering Springs offers a unique destination wedding in a beautiful natural setting where you can walk down the aisle in a whimsical forest chapel surrounded by your loved ones. After the ceremony, continue the celebration with a catered dinner in the lodge-inspired pavilion. Stay overnight comfortably in a log-framed luxury tent.

Location: 141 Mercer Lane, Grafton

Two Sisters Vineyards

Two Sisters, an award-winning vineyard, offers romantic indoor and outdoor spaces for an intimate wedding, including a pond, a pergola surrounded by vines and fruit trees, and a veranda with magnificent views of the vineyards. A highlight of the venue is the stunning barrel room, where you can enjoy a meal paired with award-winning wine to celebrate your wedding.

Location: 240 John Street East, Niagara-on-the-Lake

Hessenland Inn and Schatz Winery

Located between Grand Bend and Bayfield on Highway 21, Hessenland offers nature, beautiful gardens, ponds, and lush vineyards. Couples will appreciate the romantic sunsets over Lake Huron and the special spots for lasting wedding photos. Guests can explore the Village of St. Joseph or enjoy the special experiences offered at Hessenland Inn.

Location: 72981 Bluewater Highway, Zurich

The Timber Barn

Exchange your vows by the Conestogo River, in St. Jacobs, with an intimate and romantic outdoor setting. Then move indoors for cocktails, dinner and dancing. This venue provides endless options for a magical winter wedding and other seasonal celebrations. You can also get ready for your big day at the nearby Hotel 52 in St. Jacobs.

Location: 8 Spring Street, St. Jacobs

Century Barn Weddings

Built by hand in 1881, Century Barn has been part of a family-owned farm in Cavan Monaghan for seven generations. Its rustic charm and modern touches make it a stunning reception space, and the ceremony garden offers a beautiful spot to exchange vows. The venue is pet-friendly and offers a Sunday elopement package for couples seeking an intimate, low-stress celebration.

Location: 400 Stewart Line, Cavan

Rockport Barn

Create your own wedding story in the heart of the Thousand Islands. Rockport Barn offers exclusive use of a restored 100-year-old barn in a natural setting for an entire weekend. Add your personal touches to the outdoor and indoor space for a weekend wedding celebration. Take photos surrounded by nature, including the gardens, waterfalls and pond on the property. Accommodation is available onsite and next door. Discounted stays for large groups are offered at nearby hotels.

Location: 28 Old River Road, Mallorytown

Jabulani Winery

Book a wedding at the only winery in Ottawa that hosts barn weddings. The all-inclusive package covers event planning, a DJ, lighting and audio, and other details. Guests can enjoy cozy bonfires for s’mores or lively lawn games for a playful vibe. This picturesque venue features beautiful vineyards, elegant ponds, and other natural settings perfect for wedding photos. Stay overnight in the winery’s spacious log home, nestled along Jock River.

Location: 8005 Jock Trail, Richmond

Temple’s Sugar Bush

Make a toast to sweet matrimony on a picturesque maple farm in the Ottawa Valley. Declare your love, surrounded by a stunning maple forest and beautiful gardens, as family and friends look on. Enjoy the menu crafted by Red Seal executive chefs in the timber-framed barn. Guests will appreciate exclusive access to the venue, conversations around an outdoor fire pit, and thoughtful amenities such as umbrellas, blankets, and toiletries.

Location: 1700 Ferguson Falls Road, Lanark

Fermanagh Farms

Located near Bradford, Fermanagh Farms is a popular destination for romantic barn weddings. Built in 1893, it has been refitted with modern amenities, such as indoor heating for cozy and romantic winter weddings and high-quality sound system for lively receptions. Guests appreciate the spacious venue on the private country farm. The barn at Fermanagh Farms is bookable year-round and also offers the perfect rustic background for engagement photos.

Located: 4023 3rd Line, Tottenham

Waterfront resorts and outdoor settings

Select a wedding destination with waterfront views incorporating the timeless beauty and natural essence of Ontario’s beautiful lakes.

Killarney Mountain Lodge

Enjoy an unforgettable wedding in Killarney surrounded by stunning lake views and natural outdoor wilderness scenery. You and your guests can arrange to stay in cottages with tranquil views of the Killarney Channel and Georgian Bay. Guests can book post-wedding activities such as hiking, canoeing and fishing.

Location: 3 Commissioner Street, Killarney

Wilderness Tours

Experience a riverside wedding at Canada’s premier whitewater adventure resort. Choose from two beautiful waterfront venues for your ceremony, whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a large celebration. Enjoy a range of accommodations, including waterfront camping along the Ottawa River. Guests can also extend their stay with activities such as whitewater rafting, cycling, hiking, lazy river tubing, stand-up paddleboarding, and more.

Location: 1260 Grants Settlement Road, Foresters Falls

Eganridge Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Sturgeon Lake provides a beautiful lakeside backdrop for a sunset ceremony at Eganridge Resort. Choose from various reception halls based on the size of your wedding guest list and budget. Before or after the wedding, guests can book a round of golf or relax at the spa.

Location: 26 Country Club Drive, Fenelon Falls

Elmhirst's Resort

Exchange your vows at an outdoor wedding ceremony on the boardwalk overlooking Rice Lake. Many wedding packages are available, including options for smaller groups and an effortless experience. Your guests can also extend their stay at the resort and book pampering services such as spa treatments, massages and facials.

Location: 1045 Settlers Line, Keene

Sherwood Inn

Exchange your vows beside Lake Joseph at your dream Muskoka wedding. Enjoy the entire property reserved for you and your loved ones throughout an intimate and unforgettable weekend. Wedding resort packages are available for a range of budgets.

Location: 1090 Sherwood Road, Port Carling

Museums and cultural spaces

Make a grand statement about your love of culture and each other. These unique spaces offer a creative backdrop for your wedding day.

Uxbridge Historical Centre

Exchange your vows and pose for photographs under the romantic gazebo at the Uxbridge Historical Centre. This site also boasts a charming church for an indoor ceremony and a cozy heritage schoolhouse for a small wedding reception.

Location: 7239 Concession 6, Uxbridge

The Globe & Mail Centre

You’ll feel on top of the world as you admire Toronto’s panoramic cityscape from the Globe & Mail Centre’s extensive terrace. The versatile interior space can seamlessly accommodate an elegant sit-down dinner and reception for a large wedding, or create an intimate setting for a micro wedding of up to 100 guests. Highlights of the contemporary venue include floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase beautiful views, state-of-the-art acoustics, and a comfortable lounge area for guests to relax.

Location: 351 King Street East, Suite 1600, Toronto

Art Gallery of Ontario

Frank Gehry's architecture sets the stage for an unforgettable art gallery-themed wedding at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO).  Celebrate and dine in style in the light-filled Walker Court and admire the gallery’s iconic spiral staircase—a stunning backdrop for beautiful, romantic photos.

Location: 317 Dundas Street West, Toronto

The Great Hall

Victorian-era architecture adds charm to this urban wedding venue in Toronto. The Conversation Room on the second floor provides the setting for an intimate wedding with natural light streaming in. The Main Hall boasts sophisticated grandeur and

accommodates a larger group and features a dinner-dance area adorned with crystal chandeliers and an elevated stage for live band performances with state-of-the-art sound.

Location: 1087 Queen Street West, Toronto

Ingenium Canada

Express your love at one of Ottawa’s three museums dedicated to food, aviation and science. The Canada Agriculture and Food Museum offers a charming outdoor setting with a rustic barn, while the expansive grounds of the  Canada Aviation and Space Museum provide a unique backdrop. For a more modern atmosphere, host your celebration in the  Canada Science and Technology Museum auditorium.

Locations:

Canada Agriculture and Food Museum: 901 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa

Canada Aviation and Space Museum: 11 Aviation Parkway, Ottawa

Canada Science and Technology Museum: 1867 St. Laurent Boulevard, Ottawa

Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre

In addition to bridal showers and stag and doe parties, the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre in Sault Ste. Marie makes a unique wedding venue. Exchange your vows among the bush planes in the museum or along St. Marys River for a beautiful outdoor ceremony.

Location: 50 Pim Street, Sault Ste. Marie

Historic homes, estates and gardens

Get married at a venue that combines elegance and nostalgia. Beautiful architecture and well-maintained gardens add a touch of luxury, history and grandeur to wedding photographs and provide unique places for guests to explore.

Roseville Estate

Roseville Estate features expansive grounds that create a memorable fairy tale backdrop for your wedding, complete with beautifully manicured gardens. For your wedding ceremony, choose between a stunning forest setting, a charming pavilion or a rustic barn. Roseville Estate also offers an elegant poolside cocktail hour, an outdoor fireplace, dinner overlooking a gorgeous garden and more. Packages for smaller, intimate weddings are also available.

Location: 2283 Roseville Road, Cambridge

Clonmel Castle

Embark on a magical journey to matrimonial bliss at this historic mansion in Norfolk County. Customizable packages are available to help you plan your one-of-a-kind wedding, whether it is a medieval-style wedding, an intimate, all-inclusive micro-wedding, or a three-day celebration with your closest friends.

Location: 150 Prospect Street, Port Dover

Fairview 1855

Experience a destination-style wedding minutes from the Crystal Beach area. Fairview 1855 is a restored Italianate Victorian estate where you can exchange vows amid the beauty of the Niagara region. The weekend wedding venue offers everything you need in one location, including a seamless wedding setup, rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and memorable photography opportunities across the property’s sweeping grounds. Winter wedding packages are also available.

Location: 5069 Sherkston Road, Fort Erie

Arlington Estate

Arlington Estate is a three-hectare luxury venue in Vaughan that captures the essence of a grand wedding. The property features an onsite chapel, a ceremony garden and a private helicopter pad for stylish arrivals and departures. Guests will enjoy the superior sound quality as they dance the night away and ample space to lounge and relax.

Location: 8934 Huntington Road, Vaughan

The Doctor’s House

Located in the picturesque town of Kleinburg, the Doctor’s House is a popular venue offering beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces for weddings of all sizes. The property boasts a charming chapel that looks like it belongs in a classic fairy tale, making it the perfect setting for a romantic wedding ceremony.

Location: 21 Nashville Road, Kleinburg

Graydon Hall

A hidden gem in Toronto, Graydon Hall offers a world of glamour and timeless sophistication, both inside and outside the grand Georgian manor. Set amid expansive greenery and mature trees, it features a dreamlike landscape and a 49-metre stone terrace, making it the perfect spot for guests to enjoy an open-air dinner or cocktails.

Location: 185 Graydon Hall Drive, Toronto

Lune 1860

Imagine a storybook wedding in a historic Italianate manor set within an expansive, picture-perfect landscape of ancient trees, open pastures, and wildflowers. Located in the peaceful countryside just 2.5 hours from Toronto, Lune 1860 offers a timeless wedding venue. Built in 1860, the manor has been featured in leading design publications and has received international design awards.

Location: 35572 Huron Road, Goderich

Wedding ideas

Get inspired by ideas to make your special wedding day memorable for you and your guests.

Canada’s Bridal Show

Secure your ticket to Canada’s largest wedding show. Discover the latest wedding trends at daily fashion shows and live demonstrations. Chat with leading wedding professionals, including planners, caterers, floral designers, DJs and photographers. Enjoy immersive experiences such as wedding tastings and floral arranging workshops.

Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre: 255 Front Street West, Toronto

Kingston Wedding Show

Brides can register free for Kingston’s largest and longest-running wedding show, taking place on February 7, 2027. Wedding service exhibitors include DJs, wedding planners, photographers, florists, wedding dresses and suits, and more.

Location: Portsmouth Olympic Harbour, 53 Yonge Street, Kingston

Booking your wedding in Ontario creates unforgettable memories and countless experiences for you and your guests.