My Top 11 Urban Auckland Wedding Venues

Are you looking for that special, secret urban, luxe but rustic space to have the unique wedding you’ve always wanted?

With the wedding trend definitely heading towards bespoke venues and styling with lots of details that speak to you as a couple there are some wonderful spaces that lend themselves so well to this.

An Auckland City venue can be a great option, there are some amazing unique wedding spaces, with views, or simply special venues that allow you to be married and celebrate in the one space. For your guests it can mean it’s easy to get to and plenty of accommodation options within walking distance for your out of town guests, or even those Auckland ones wanting to make the most of a city escape!

I’m drawn to the city landscape with it’s urban glory and unique surroundings, quiet corners and big views. The mix of the city, with the smaller intimate spaces add a modern and gritty appeal to your wedding day photos, layering a contemporary, chic and cool look. I simply love photographing city based weddings! And I know some secret city photo spots I can share with you on your day!

Here are my Top Ten Auckland City Wedding Venues, there will be some surprises in there for sure. And no matter how big (or intimate) your wedding there is a spot just right for you.

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1/ THE GLASSHOUSE, MORNINGSIDE

Found in the outer fringes of the city, The Glasshouse is a gorgeous glass building which creates a haven of calm. The beautiful high ceilings lit up at night are especially lovely.

I’ve seen the space dressed for a long table wedding with rustic touches and lots and lots of fairy lights, simply magical. With enough space for 180 guests seated or up to 350 standing.

Image by Mantells, Mt Eden

2/ MANTELLS, MT EDEN

When I found this beautiful venue I felt like it was a little cobble stoned corner of Europe in the middle of Mt Eden, Auckland. With a giant fireplace and generous courtyard it is an all in one space for an intimate wedding. I love all the little details and corners for quiet moments.

This venue definitely suits a smaller wedding with space to be seated for a meal, lots of room to soiree and then dance the night away.

Images by Zanda Photography

3/ CHANCERY CHAMBERS ROOFTOP VENUE, AUCKLAND CBD

The rooftop terrace is possibly Auckland’s best kept secret, located on the 6th floor of Chancery Chambers it has stunning views of the CBD and Sky Tower. Perfect for smaller weddings or engagement parties. With room for up to 50 people in the indoor and outdoor spaces. The terrace is a mix of decking, pebble and star jasmine on trellis and looks simply wonderful decked out with fairy or festoon lighting.

An intimate rooftop wedding venue in the heart of Auckland City with the iconic Sky Tower in the background. Could you get more Auckland than that? Feeling on top of the world, surrounded by your favourite people. One of my best secret Auckland venues.

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4/ WHITE ROOM, PARNELL

Another of those secret little spots that surprises is the White Room. Inside the Swan Hotel in Parnell — a cool, completely alabaster space that’s simply stunning as is, or a complete blank canvas to be styled and transformed for your wedding.

Built in 1855, the former Swan Hotel, located at the bottom of Parnell Rise, is a heritage listed building, and the White Room retains many original details, like white washed exposed brick and high studs. Led by the very talented florists Blush Flowers the space can take on many different personalities, and be dressed to perfection for your wedding.

Take a look at the stunning pictures and write up in the Together Magazine.

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5/ AMPERSAND EATERY, ORAKEI BAY VILLAGE

Ampersand is an all-day eatery offering a wedding venue in a warm, open, light-filled space. The space is already quite lovely with touches of pink and green, and an open, Scandinavian and modern feel. So many spaces (in and outdoors), and all the little details to capture your beautiful wedding vibe in the city.

If you’re looking for somewhere that has most of the decoration done, and can do the food and drinks, this is definitely one to consider!

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6/ PILKINGTONS, AUCKLAND CENTRAL

Right in the centre of Auckland City is the very pretty Pilkingtons. The decor of the space is just lovely, with lush touches, lots of wood and wonderful lighting. The elegant space feels perfect for an intimate and gorgeous wedding.

With a venue in the centre of the city we also can capture the best contrasting urban photos in the surrounding streets, and never be too far from your guests (and your celebration).

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7/ EVER ROOM, K’RD

Looking for a space that you can have your say on the styling and look of? The Ever Room is a fantastic open space, with wonderful natural light off of the floor to ceiling windows, and lots of space to hold your wedding in style.

White walls and lovely warm floors give the space a homey warmth, just inviting your wedding of your dreams to be styled and designed. A great option for a winter wedding. And on K’Rd there are many options for those very urban shots.

Image by Bianca Hawk, Together Journal

8/ HOPETOUN ALPHA, PITT STREET

The Hopetoun Alpha building off of Pitt Street is an iconic venue with so much old world charm. Overflowing with lovely features this is a big venue, but a beautiful one. It has so many details that would suit a vintage, or modern wedding.

Take a look at the shoot in Together Journal for some glamorous inspiration for a wedding day of epic proportions in the middle of Auckland City.

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9/ GENERATOR BRITOMART, AUCKLAND CENTRAL

Want a gorgeous space with a view of the harbour? I’ve found the Generator in Britomart! It’s a modern space which you can style and dress so beautifully, and have the wonderful backdrop of the harbour for your wedding celebration.

And can you get any more central than Britomart? With the very cool local hotels, and access it can’t be much more convenient! Shhh… I know some wonderful quiet spots for your unique wedding photography nearby.

Image from Amano

10/ AMANO, QUAY STREET

With a rustic luxe feel the event rooms at Amano on Quay Street have a wonderful view across the harbour and a beautiful big space with all the rustic details the restaurant has. It is ready to be simply styled and celebrated in. I love the details of the exposed beams, the natural light and the worn looking brick walls.

11/ EVERYBODYS, FORT LANE, DOWNTOWN

Tucked away in the imperial building in downtown Auckland, everybody’s takes its name from the 100-year old theatre the space once housed with beautifully restored remnants of its former glory still visible.

This urban oasis is a step away from the chaos of the city, and can accommodate up to 100 guests for a seated function, where you can choose one of our delicious set menu options; 250 to 350 people can enjoy a cocktail event in style; or book one of our many distinct spaces to call your own for drinks for 10-200 people.