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Top Civil Ceremony Venues in Melbourne
From small gardens in Fitzroy to elegant banquet halls in Southbank, you’ll find civil ceremony venues that perfectly reflect your love story. You can easily find Melbourne venues with all-inclusive options, including everything from catering services to stylish décor, making your day seamless and stress-free. And with easy access to the city’s iconic tram routes, both you and your guests can arrive in style. Ready to make your day unforgettable? Book a stunning venue for your wedding with Tagvenue today.
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![Cellar Bar at The Grace Darling Hotel in Collingwood, Melbourne]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCellar Bar
40 guestsThe Grace Darling HotelCollingwood, MelbourneRRiverlina G.
“We held a very short wedding ceremony of 30 people on the deck space.” -
![Entire Venue at Frontside Food & Wine in Port Melbourne]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50 guestsFrontside Food & WinePort MelbourneSStephanie E.
“We hosted our entire wedding - ceremony & reception with 85 guests - at Frontside and had the best experience!” -
![The Café at The National Hotel in Richmond, Melbourne]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Café
24 guestsThe National HotelRichmond, MelbourneAArlene &.
“It was superb! I can't thank Sasha and The National Hotel enough for making our wedding memorable.” -
![The Bay Room at Chelsea Yacht Club in South East Melbourne]()
from $1150
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Bay Room
100 guestsChelsea Yacht ClubSouth East MelbourneCCharlotte D.
“Sarah and her team were so helpful and the value for money in this venue is excellent.” -
![Bay View Room at True South in Black Rock, Melbourne]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBay View Room
120 guestsTrue SouthBlack Rock, MelbourneEErin R.
“The location is amazing, the staff were great and we had the best wedding ever.” -
![Entire Building at Carrum Patterson Lakes Sporting Club in South East Melbourne]()
from $150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Building
70 guestsCarrum Patterson Lakes Sporting ClubSouth East MelbourneGGabrielle B.
“A truly wonderful venue with spectacular views and and beautiful backdrops for our photographer.” -
![Pavilion Wedding at Amora Hotel Riverwalk Melbourne in Richmond, Melbourne]()
from $160
per personCheck availabilityPavilion Wedding
230 guestsAmora Hotel Riverwalk MelbourneRichmond, MelbourneJJay
“The venue was beautiful and catering servicing was the best. Thank you all.” -
![Function Room at Olinda Tea House in Melbourne]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFunction Room
50 guestsOlinda Tea HouseMelbourneMMohit C.
“Rebeca is an excellent communicator and very professional in organising the events at Olinda tea house.” -
![Waterfront Bar at The Promenade Docklands in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $2475
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityWaterfront Bar
40 guestsThe Promenade DocklandsDocklands, MelbourneMMelissa H.
“I never had to follow up with her, communication was excellent and highly efficient.” -
![The Reflection Garden at Chapter Place in Coburg, Melbourne]()
from $95
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Reflection Garden
300 guestsChapter PlaceCoburg, MelbourneThis incredible venue is perfect for a pre-dinner event, afternoon cocktail function, or wedding ceremony right through to morning meditation or tea ceremonies. -
![Warden's Cottage Lawn at Chapter Place in Coburg, Melbourne]()
from $2500
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWarden's Cottage Lawn
80 guestsChapter PlaceCoburg, MelbourneThe Warden's Cottage Lawn is the perfect place to say your 'I do's', with olive trees and blue skies - this is a fantastic place to host your wedding ceremony or celebration. -
![Wedding at Rippon Lea Estate in Elsternwick, Melbourne]()
from $134
per personCheck availabilityWedding
170 guestsRippon Lea EstateElsternwick, MelbourneOne of Melbourne’s most prestigious wedding venues, the Ballroom has hosted celebrity receptions and is famous for its 1930s Hollywood-era glamour and Pool deck.
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FAQs about Top Civil Ceremony Venues in Melbourne
In Melbourne, prices of civil ceremony venues average $3240 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 October 2025:
| From $2000 | to $5500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $65 | to $95 | per person |
| From $1000 | to $2475 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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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!’ -
Cellar Bar 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.’ -
The Café at The National Hotel in Richmond - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I can't thank Sasha and The National Hotel enough for making our wedding memorable.’
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 (October 2025):
| Small civil ceremony venues | up to 80 guests | prices average $1200 minimum spend per event |
| Medium civil ceremony venues | between 100 and 150 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large civil ceremony venues | over 220 guests | prices average $5500 minimum spend per event |
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.
