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12 Most Unique Wedding Venues in Charleston

Taking a walk down the streets of Charleston, you’ll see immediately the Southern charm that emanates from this historic city and why it’s the perfect spot to find your dream Southern wedding venue. From the colorful buildings with old-world architecture, century-old oak trees everywhere you look, to the stunning shoreline, there’s so much to see when you visit Charleston!

It’s no wonder that so many brides choose Charleston as their wedding location of choice, this unbelievably charming city is overflowing with romance and is the perfect place for an elegant Southern wedding. From gorgeous waterfront venues to upscale gardens, we’ve compiled some of the best Charleston wedding venues to tie the knot in style. 

Cannon Green

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This urban gem is also a wine bar, and features a greenery-filled courtyard for your special day. Check out the Trolley Room for a historic feel with exposed beams and high ceilings, perfect for your urban-chic reception!

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The Cedar Room at the Cigar Factory

This restored former cotton factory now hosts restaurants, workspaces and the gorgeous event space known as the Cedar Room. Bright, airy, and chic, this space can accommodate up to 550 guests. It boasts huge windows with views of the water, wood columns, hardwood floors, and exposed brick to create a super contemporary but still warm feel.

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Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina

As the only harbor-front resort in Charleston, this venue is situated on Patriot’s Point and is truly unique. With stunning water views, outdoor and indoor event spaces, and even a private beach, you’ll be in awe of the waterfront wedding you can design in this spot. You’ll also find a marina, golf course, two restaurants, and a pool on site for your guests entertainment, should they choose to stay at the resort.

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The Dewberry

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This almost-new hotel has a 60’s vibe that gives homage to its 1960s federal building roots. You’ll find a beautiful place to throw a small, intimate wedding with a gorgeous walled garden complete with live oaks and English Ivy, and a ballroom with an impressive, glittering chandelier and antique mirrors.

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Emeline

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This almost-new hotel has a 60’s vibe that gives homage to its 1960s federal building roots. You’ll find a beautiful place to throw a small, intimate wedding with a gorgeous walled garden complete with live oaks and English Ivy, and a ballroom with an impressive, glittering chandelier and antique mirrors.

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Gaillard Center

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This performing arts center right int he middle of downtown Charleston is a dreamy space for an elegant and traditional wedding. The lobby’s grand staircase is perfect for making a grand entrance and taking photos, and there are several spaces for couples to choose from when envisioning their ceremony and reception: grand ballrooms, or outdoors under the oak trees on the venue’s dreamy terrace lawn.

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Gibbes Art Museum

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Situated on downtown Charleston’s Museum Mile stands the stunning Gibbes Museum of Art. With glamorous stonework, columns, and grand architectural details, it’s the perfect backdrop for an elegant wedding. Tie the knot under the jaw-dropping glass dome and hold your reception in the beautiful contemporary gardens.

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Historic Rice Mill

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Charleston’s last antebellum rice mill, this venue is super unique and even overlooks the Ashley River and the marina. Have your ceremony out back, overlooking the water and then hold your reception inside the lofty space where exposed brick, high ceilings, and mahogany-and-marble bar are the showpiece for the space.

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Lowndes Grove

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One of Charleston’s best waterfront views, this estate sits on the oak-lined banks of the Ashley River. With 1786-era architecture and furnishings in The Main House, this grand estate gives the feeling of stepping back in time with all of the glamour and grandness you’d imagine having an estate wedding venue. Have your ceremony at sunset overlooking the water then have your reception on the expansive lawn or beautiful terrace for a truly unique experience.

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Merchants Hall

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Merchants Hall, originally constructed in the 1850s, has since been renovated into a gorgeous, urban event space perfect for brides wanting an industrial-chic venue for their big day. Exposed brick, crystal chandeliers, wood columns and views of the historic City Market, make this venue a unique and a classy space to tie the knot.

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The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

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Dreaming of a beach wedding in South Carolina? Just 21 miles from downtown Charleston,  sits The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort. This quiet, dreamy escape will give guests some much-needed relaxation time, and is the perfect backdrop for your coastal ceremony. Ballrooms open up to ocean views or gardens and create an awesome indoor/outdoor feel for your reception.

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The William Aiken House

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A landmark historic home in downtown Charleston, this venue is overflowing with Southern charm and hospitality. With both indoor and outdoor spaces for your event: two ballrooms, two sitting roos, two dining rooms, and double piazzas overlooking the gardens surrounding the home, you’ll be sure to find the perfect spot to tie the knot.

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