Unusual Wedding Venues for Hire in Sydney

Prices of unusual wedding venues average $5500 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 Sydney, based on Tagvenue data from February 2026:

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

• Cinema and Bar at Golden Age Cinema & Bar in Surry Hills - rated 4.9/5
  Venue said: The space is suitable for private functions including brand events, team gatherings, birthdays, and weddings. It can accommodate up to 35 guests with seated arrangements or up to 70 standing.

• Wedding Reception at The Royal Exchange of Sydney in Sydney CBD - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Excellent venue and outstanding staff and customer service.’

• Dangarra O Badu at Bangarra Dance Theatre in Sydney CBD - rated 4.9/5
  Venue said: With a commercial kitchen onsite, all venue bookings can be paired with a selection of food and beverage options from four of Sydney’s top catering companies.

You'll find unusual wedding 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 Sydney, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (February 2026):

These are the venues within 1.1 km from central Sydney, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Wedding Reception at The Royal Exchange of Sydney on 1 Gresham Street - 750 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Excellent venue and outstanding staff and customer service.’
• Three Harmonies Pavilion at One Dining Teahouse and Restaurant on Cnr Harbour Street Chinese Garden of Friendship, Haymarket - 800 m from centre.
  Venue said: The Red Room brings warm tones and legit Chinese decor, great for parties or intimate weddings. Holds 50 standing or 40 seated. The Teahouse Pavilion is an open-air area with epic dragon wall views, ideal for weddings or...
• Rumilicious at Rumilicious on 32 Pirrama Road Pyrmont - 1.1 km from centre.
  Venue said: Pricing is flexible and depends on the specific event requirements. Guests will also have access to an on-site bathroom for convenience.

There are hundreds of amazing wedding venues in the Sydney area, but if you are looking to organise a wedding to remember you may want to consider an unusual and off-beat venue! On this list, we have special venues of every kind; whether you want a special garden venue for your wedding or a unique rooftop space – you won’t be disappointed.

If you’re dreaming of a wedding reception with a breathtaking waterfront view, you can celebrate your big day with a scenic cruise on the Sydney Harbour. You might also want to consider stunning rooftop terraces in Sydney CBD – pick your favourite and it’s sure to make your wedding reception stand out from the crowd! Last but not least, for minimalists and enthusiasts of the post-industrial aesthetic, Sydney offers heaps of warehouse wedding venues to choose from.

• The Rocks – It’s a popular location for a mix of culture, a place where tourists and locals mingle together in the markets. Some of Sydney’s oldest pubs are located right here. So, if you’re thinking about a unique night out to celebrate your wedding, this is the place to go!
• Pyrmont – Mostly known as an entertainment district, Pyrmont is filled with casinos and nightclubs, but also restaurants and designer shops. It’s a combination of entertainment, culture, and food! Who doesn’t love that, right? You can marry in a casino too if you want!
• Sydney Harbour – There are beautiful wedding venues in Sydney with water views and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. It’s a beautiful sight to see, especially at night when the lights on the bridge are turned on. Picking one of the wedding venues in the Sydney harbour at night is the quickest way to dreamland.