Wedding Venues for Hire in Southbank, Melbourne

Prices of wedding venues average $5000 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 Southbank, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:

• Wedding at Eureka 89 in Southbank - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Great venue with spectacular view over Melbourne. Friendly staff and very responsive.’

• Lounge, Garden, River Terrace at Hophaus in Southbank - rated 4.8/5
  Venue said: Hophaus opened midway through 2014 as Southbank’s most exciting food and beverage showpiece – a cosmopolitan reinvention of the great Bavarian Bier Halls brought to you by one of Melbourne’s most established hospitality groups.

• Dining Terrace at Ludlow Bar in Southbank - rated 4.8/5
  Venue said: The space can be combined with our Terrace Room and Lounge Bar if necessary to cater for much larger functions. With stunning views over the city and down the Yarra, it's sure to impress for any corporate or private event.

You'll find 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 Southbank, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):

Yes, that’s what this area is best known for! You’ll find many options along the Southbank Promenade, easily accessible from St Kilda Road. There are laid-back options for your waterfront wedding, for example Hophaus, together with its stunning River Terrace, or the Front Terrace at BearBrass. These venues give you plenty of flexibility, as you can hire a smaller space or the entire venue, depending on your guest list. But that’s not even the closest you can get to the river! For a truly unique wedding experience in Southbank, you can take a private boat for a cruise. Vessels such as Spirit Of Melbourne and Yarra Empress will allow you to take in the beautiful vistas of the Yarra and the city as you celebrate your special day.

The length of your wedding in Southbank, Melbourne will usually depend on the venue you choose. On weekends, most venues will give you access from the morning or noon until midnight, although there are some outliers going both shorter and longer. If you wish to host your wedding for a different duration, you can always ask the venue manager about this possibility. Just keep in mind that this might affect the final price! While there aren’t strict event time restrictions in Melbourne, you need to keep the noise protocols in mind. You can party for as long as you want, but you might need to adjust the music volumes accordingly!