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Boasting more than 300 days of sunshine a year, San Diego is a go-to for outdoor weddings. However, the southern California city’s wedding venues options aren’t limited to its beachfront hotels and resorts. Across the county, San Diego is host to myriad wedding venues in unexpected locations (a winery or a former 1920’s YMCA building, perhaps?) for every budget. Here are our recommendations for the best wedding venues in San Diego, whether you’re planning a small wedding, jonesing for a wedding with an ocean view, or are looking for something all-inclusive.
Guide for Choosing the Best Wedding Venues in San Diego
Is a Wedding Venue in San Diego Right for You?
If you’re looking for a wedding venue with outdoor elements, vineyard to ocean views, proximity to a range of cultural and natural attractions, and an underrated yet top-notch food scene (to name a few), a San Diego wedding is for you. Looking for beaches? Mountains? Desert? San Diego says check, check, check.
A pro tip: “The summer is very busy in San Diego, so for couples seeking a private, personal event, I would recommend staying out of the touristy areas,” Romero advises. Beaches and major attractions typically hit peak visitation numbers during summer.
Comparing Wedding Venues in San Diego
According to Romero, be sure to compare the following when booking a wedding venue in San Diego:
- Does the venue offer parking, and if not, what are the fees?
- If accommodations aren’t available for the wedding party to get ready, where will this happen?
- What does transportation look like? Though the city proper itself is manageable, San Diego County is large. Note that unless a wedding is located within the city, individual transport will be most efficient.
Book Your San Diego Wedding Venue Today
To get started, most venues have a weddings section on their website with a FAQ for preliminary questions as well as a contact form to fill out. For example, some venues will list and include photos of their rentable spaces, preferred list of vendors, as well as direct contact information for the event specialist as applicable. Some venues also include an availability calendar.
Methodology
Brides considered a number of venues to determine its top wedding location picks in San Diego, and deliberated over factors including price, service, location, amenities, and unique features and touches.