10 Unique Wedding Venues in Adelaide for Quirky Couples
Your wedding day is the ultimate celebration of love, so why settle for a venue that’s anything less than extraordinary?
From enchanting castles and romantic vineyards to rustic estates, there’s no shortage of captivating backdrops in Adelaide to make your special day truly unforgettable. Here, we list Adelaide’s most distinctive wedding venues to say “I do” in.
Littlewood Farm
Website: https://littlewoodfarm.com/
Address: 69 Easlea Rd, Littlehampton SA 5250, Australia
Contact details: +61 412 351 492
Operating hours:
- Friday to Sunday – 10 AM-4 PM
- Monday to Thursday – Closed
Nestled in the Adelaide Hills, the charming Littlewood Farm boasts the delicate beauty of Lily of the Nile flowers, creating an enchanting backdrop for intimate country weddings.
With a 360-degree view of the hazy green hillsides, it offers couples a serene setting to exchange vows.
The rustic elegance is further enhanced by timber and terrazzo furniture, including high barrel stools and benches. After the ceremony, guests can retreat to the modern pavilion, aglow with festoon lighting and a gentle breeze.
| Pro tips: If you want to participate in picking the lily of the Nile flowers, it’s best to schedule your wedding by the end of spring. Want to stay in the place before or after the wedding? Book one of their cozy BnBs so you can fully take in the atmosphere of the place. |
The Royal Adelaide Golf Club
Website: www.royaladelaidegolf.com.au/
Address: 328 Tapleys Hill Rd, Seaton SA 5023, Australia
Contact details: +61 8 8356 5511
Operating hours:
- All week long – 9 AM-5 PM
Teeing off might be the first thing that comes to mind at a golf club, but there’s much more to it, especially as a wedding venue!
Take the Royal Adelaide Golf Club, for example, which has a unique blend of charm and versatility that makes for an unforgettable celebration.
Picture this: lush greenery, impeccable food, and a selection of local wines that’ll leave your guests in awe!
There’s no shortage of spaces to let your creativity (and props) run wild, whether you’re envisioning rustic chic or elegant sophistication—even if you’ll have 300–400 guests!
| Pro tips: While the actual space for weddings is large, the golf club’s dining room is limited to only 100 seats. It’s best to choose a bigger reception venue if your guestlist is large. If you’ll avail of their catering service, ordering their salad is especially recommended. It features many locally-grown ingredients that are fresh and come with generous dressing. |
Inglewood Inn
Website: https://inglewoodinn.com.au/
Address: 1931 North East Road, Inglewood SA 5133, Australia
Contact details: +61 8 8380 5325
Operating hours:
- Wednesday to Thursday – 11 AM-10 PM
- Friday to Saturday – 11 AM-11 PM
- Sunday – 11 AM-6 PM
If your wedding motif is boho and foresty, Inglewood Inn is a no-brainer. Step into what feels like a Medieval German fairytale featuring an open space with towering trees, cascading wisterias, and the original 1857 inn located here.
Complementing the fantasy-like backdrop is the chic and industrial reception venue that has a sweeping view of Adelaide Hills and the nearby rivers.
When renting it, it’ll feel very much like your very own hillside manor, offering serenity far from the city’s hustle and bustle
| Pro tips: You can request to have access to the venue the day before to set-up for a small fee. Avail the in-house service of the inn, as their staff is expert at transforming the space and serving food to match most taste preferences. |
Hazelmere Homestead
Website: https://venyu.com.au/listing/hazelmerehomestead/
Address: Battunga Rd, Echunga SA 5153, Australia
Contact details: +61 431 861 733
Operating hours:
- Open all week long
In the sleepy village of Echunga lies the humble heritage Hazelmere Homestead. It feels very beloved thanks to its well-preserved historic charms like its winding oak-lined walkway timber furnishings and its floral-draped wedding arch.
Spanning 75 scenic acres, this sanctuary, once paddocks, now blooms with enchanting dahlias and roses.
It also boasts a stylish pavilion for the reception, crafted with a modern aesthetic, sporting shades of black and brown, open windows, and subtle lighting.
| Pro tips: Their in-house florists definitely know their stuff. If you want to bring out the best of the estate’s natural rural charms, hiring them is a must! They also feature a spacious indoor pool within the venue! If you’re looking to host a stag or hen night in the same location, this is the place to be. |
Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia
Website: https://cycsa.com.au/
Address: Lady Gowrie Dr, North Haven SA 5018, Australia
Contact details: +61 8 8248 4222
Operating hours:
- Monday to Wednesday – 9 AM-5 PM
- Thursday to Saturday – 9 AM-8 PM
- Sunday – 11:30 AM-8 PM
There’s a certain allure to witnessing the array of yachts shimmering under Adelaide’s sunlit skies.
If the seaside breeze, the elegance of yachts, and the ocean vista create your ideal wedding setting, then the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia is an excellent venue.
Just 30 minutes from the CBD, you can exchange vows in the scenic marina garden and afterward, indulge in a sumptuous meal at the yacht club’s elegant function space.
Enjoy a stunning view of the orange sunset while feasting on their seafood fresh from the sea.
| Pro tip: If you’ll have your wedding here, it’s best to avoid doing it in June–August as these months cover Adelaide’s rainy season. Boho and tropical motifs go great with the design of the function hall. |
Stangate House and Garden
Website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/places/stangate-house-and-garden/
Address: 762 Lobethal Rd, Basket Range SA 5138, Australia
Contact details: +61 8 8202 9200
Operating hours: By appointment
Stangate House and Garden, designed by renowned gardener Elsie Cornish, is heaven for botanic enthusiasts. Here, you can wander through a kaleidoscope of colors as blooming camellias, magnolias, and hydrangeas paint the landscape in vibrant hues.
You can exchange vows beneath the sprawling branches of an 1838-planted oak tree, and wander the tranquil wisteria walkway beside Aldgate Creek.
With its enchanting backdrop, weddings here are like pages from a fairytale that’ll captivate the romantics.
| Pro tips: The place is especially beautiful in autumn, making it a peak season for weddings.Their teas and scones are a must-try for your wedding reception! |
The Manor Basket Range
Weddress: https://themanorbr.com.au/
Address: 762 Lobethal Rd, Basket Range SA 5138, Australia
Contact details: +61 8 7200 2397
Operating hours:
- By appointment
The Manor Basket Range, a country estate established in 1935, has a timeless blend of timber and stone that give it a captivating allure. Nestled within its grounds is a charming chapel, offering a serene sanctuary amidst the garden’s splendor.
Formerly known as Camelot Castle, the place becomes more magical under the glow of fairy lights at night.
| Pro tips: Rent the Pincheck Ballroom for an intimate oak-wooden space perfect for receptions. The space near the church is quite small (for less than 150 guests), so be sure to take this into account if you’ll be having a ceremony there. |
The Summit
Website: https://www.mountloftysummit.com/
Address: 266 Mount Lofty Summit Rd, Crafers SA 5152, Australia
Contact details: +61 8 8339 2600
Operating hours:
- Monday to Friday – 9 AM-4 PM
- Saturday to Sunday – 8 AM-4:30 PM
The Summit offers a breathtaking view of Adelaide and the Gulf St. Vincent that adds an exhilarating touch to your exchange of vows. At its heart stands the Flinders Column, an obelisk that gleams brilliantly at midday.
You’ll also get a stunning view of the CBD lights at night and under the stars, a perfect view for a romantic dance with your new life partner. Here, you can indulge in the fine wines, high teas, and food from an eclectic mix of cuisines.
| Pro tips: Sunlight gets pretty harsh around noon here, so be sure to have shade available on your wedding day.The Summit is just 5–10 minutes away from nearby tourist spots like the Mount Lofty Botanic Garden and Cleland Conservation Park, making it easy to tour the area when you’re planning your wedding. |
Adelaide Zoo
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Website: https://www.adelaidezoo.com.au/
Address: Frome Rd, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Contact details: +61 8 8267 3255
Operating hours:
- All week – 9:30 AM-5 PM
Say “I do” surrounded by lush greenery and exotic animals while in Adelaide Zoo! From its playful pandas to majestic tigers, its rainforest setting sets the stage for an unforgettable wedding experience.
The zoo’s central lawns can host 1,100 people seated below towering trees and cooled by the cozy breeze here. Then, enjoy your reception in The Sanctuary, offering an elegant and contemporary ambiance opposite of the zoo’s exotic charm.
| Pro tips: If the total guests are around 200 and below, try the Sir Thomas Elder Rotunda instead.Boho, safari, and floral wedding themes go well here. |
State Library of South Australia
Website: https://www.slsa.sa.gov.au/home
Address: North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Operating hours:
- Monday, Wednesday to Friday: 10 AM-5 PM
- Tuesday – 10 AM-7 PM
- Saturday to Sunday – 12 PM-5 PM
Step into a world of literary wonder and timeless beauty at the State Library of South Australia where your love story unfolds amidst the pages of history.
Whether you’re a bibliophile or an admirer of vintage architecture, the library’s grandeur will leave you amazed.
Splendors are seen in every corner of the Victorian Mortlock Chamber. Surrounded by leather-bound books and the echoes of ancient tales, weddings here become epic and awesome events for the ages!
| Pro tips: The queue for reserving the library is very long—around 6 months to a year. It’s best to book it as early as possible. Consult the venue coordinator regarding decoration restrictions, as rules are strictly enforced. |
