Civil Ceremony Venues for Hire in Melbourne

Prices of civil ceremony venues average $3000 minimum spend per event. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data from January 2026:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated January 2026), the best options include:

• Entire Venue at Frontside Food & Wine in Port Melbourne - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Not to mention the AMAZING food! We can't recommend Frontside highly enough!’

• Atrium at The Grace Darling Hotel in Collingwood - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘So much so that my two young friends want the same for their wedding day.’

• Alfresco Area at Olinda Tea House in Melbourne - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘We sincerely appreciate the entire team.’

You'll find civil ceremony venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Melbourne, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (January 2026):

These are the venues within 650 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

• The Louden at Pullman Melbourne City Centre on 265 Little Bourke Street - 200 m from centre.
  Venue said: Situated in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, it provides a wide selection of food that caters to a variety of dietary needs, making it an ideal venue for events.
• Winter Wedding Package at Q Events on 123 Queen Street - 550 m from centre.
  Venue said: Melbourne’s newest event venue, Q Events, offers a spectacular setting for your following corporate function in the heart of the CBD. Conveniently located on Queen Street, this stunning modern event space boasts state-of-the-art...
• Main Room at Juliet Melbourne on 37-41 Little Bourke Street - 650 m from centre.
  Venue said: Over the past few decades, Melbourne has evolved to become the hub of style, culture, food, and wine in Australia.

Melbourne has a great selection of venues for small civil ceremonies. The marque at Malvern is a top choice accommodating which can host 80 to 100 guests with flexible pricing to suit different budgets.

Coburg, with its relaxed, multicultural feel and historic charm, offers venues like Chapter Place for small to larger civil ceremonies. South Yarra is known for its style and sophistication, and upscale wedding venues like LK Hospitality near the iconic Chapel Street, famous for its boutiques and cafes. In Abbotsford, you'll find cool, artsy spaces like Two Hands Rooftop Bar on Victoria Street.

You can choose from various types of wedding venues based on your style. Romantic garden wedding venues and charming courtyards are excellent for outdoor venues. For a modern and stylish setting, rooftop venues like the Cherry Hill Hotel in the Eastern Suburbs offer stunning city views. Boutique wedding hotels and elegant function rooms in areas like South Yarra offer a more upscale feel. For a small and private gathering, consider community halls or unique spaces like Music Valley in Point Cook.