10 Perfect Venues for Your Gulf Coast Beach Wedding Celebration
If your wedding day vision includes pristine white beaches and gorgeous ocean views, the Gulf Coast is the perfect place to say ‘I do.’ From a 1920s Mediterranean mansion in Florida to an architectural masterpiece in the heart of South Padre Island, we've got the perfect destination for your coastal celebration. We've gathered some of our favorite waterfront wedding venues along the South Coast that are sure to make you swoon!
TEXAS
TEXAS
The San Luis Resort
Galveston, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Panoramic Gulf Views
All-Inclusive
On-Site Accommodations
Fab Features: a picturesque beach venue with an array of options • say ‘ I do’ with the crashing ocean waves as your backdrop • enjoy a spectacular reception in the elegant Grand Ballroom complete with glittering chandeliers and romantic ambiance
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
The Art Center of Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Museum
Affordable
Non-Profit
Fab Features: exchange vows on the sweeping staircase in the courtyard with stringed market lights hung from stately pillars or inside the Bay View Room that overlooks the bay and marina • convenient location within walking distance of hotels, restaurants, bars, entertainment, and more!
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Omni Corpus Christi Hotel
Corpus Christi, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Marina Views
All-Inclusive
Contemporary Luxury
Fab Features: elegant hotel situated in the downtown Marina District on 131 miles of spectacular Texas coastline • modern ballrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows framing incredible Corpus Christi Bay views • treat your guests to their plush guest rooms and upscale amenities, like a full-service salon, infusion & wellness treatments, pools, and more!
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Palmilla Beach Resort & Golf Community
Port Aransas, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Golf Course
Resort
All-Inclusive
Fab Features: coastal beach vibes with rolling greens, soft sand, swaying palm trees, and gracious white wood buildings only steps from the sea • keep guests entertained all weekend long with resort-style amenities • celebrate on the beach or in the comfort of the indoors
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Art Museum of South Texas
Corpus Christi, TX
Venue Superpowers:
Bay Views
Eclectic Decor
Custom Catering
Fab Features: two iconic landmark buildings on the Corpus Christi Bayfront • choose from a variety of unique event spaces from the light-filled Chapman Gallery to the Singer Gallery that offers unobstructed views of the Bay thanks to its floor-to-ceiling windows • divine custom catering provided by Water Street Restaurants
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
FLORIDA
FLORIDA
Pier Suite Events
Pensacola Beach, FL
Venue Superpowers:
Blank-Slate Space
Panoramic Ocean Views
Rooftop Ceremonies
Fab Features: a beautiful blank-slate beachside venue • exchange vows on the picturesque rooftop surrounded by endless ocean views • capture unforgettable moments throughout the picturesque location
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Zota Beach Resort
Longboat Key, FL
Venue Superpowers:
Destination Weddings
Toes-in-the-Sand Ceremonies
Indoor & Outdoor Event Spaces
Fab Features: sleek, contemporary beach resort on Longboat Key • a wooden boardwalk leads to a serene private beach for toes-in-the-sand ceremonies, or opt for intimate "I do"s that overlook the infinity edge pool and sparkling Gulf • receptions in the Zara Zota Ballroom, with its soaring 13-foot ceilings and shimmering modern chandeliers, or in the secluded Sunset Sand Garden
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
Clearwater, FL
Venue Superpowers:
White Sand Beach
In-House Planners
Rooftop Pool
Fab Features: celebrate on the private, white sand beach or the sun-kissed beachfront lawn, or move the party into one of the flexible, light-flooded ballrooms • delectable cuisine highlights fresh Florida ingredients, and in-house event specialists will help bring your vision to life • plush lodgings include private balconies with sweeping ocean views, access to a scenic 11th-floor pool, Kid's Club, and more!
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
TradeWinds Resort
St. Pete Beach, FL
Venue Superpowers:
25-Acre Resort
All-Inclusive
Al Fresco Celebrations
Fab Features: St. Pete's largest resort, boasting 25 beachfront acres, five pools, award-winning restaurants and bars, and a floating water park • ceremonies on the sand, in a lovely garden courtyard, or on an open-air terrace with soft coastal breezes • decadent menus are flexible and generous, ranging from hors d'oeuvres on the beach to a refined multi-course dinner
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
Destin, FL
Venue Superpowers:
Private White Sand Beach
All-Inclusive
On-Site Accommodations
Fab Features: exchange vows on a private white-sand beach • continue the party outdoors on the Beachside Greens, Rooftop Terrace, or Grand Lawn • elegant receptions in the opulent Ballroom or the light-filled Primrose Restaurant
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
ALABAMA
ALABAMA
Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion
Gulf Shores, AL
Venue Superpowers:
Panoramic Water Views
Elopements
On-Site Accommodations
Fab Features: say "I do" on a gorgeous white sand beach with the Gulf of Mexico as your backdrop • intimate receptions in the Beach Pavilion or Amphitheater • wedding permits available through the Parks office
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
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