As a born-and-bred New Yorker, I can attest that our city has some of the most breathtaking and unique wedding venues around. From iconic landmarks to breathtaking hidden gems, NYC offers endless options to make your big day truly unforgettable.

Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming, but nailing down that perfect venue is a great first step. So we’ve rounded up the top 10 favorite NYC wedding locations to get you inspired. These places run the gamut from classic elegance, industrial-chic cool to pastoral scenes that will make you forget that you are in New York City. Without further ado, let's dive in.

Capacity: 250 seated, 750 standing (Astor Hall)

The NYC Public Library - an intellectual's dream setting. This majestic, beaux-arts landmark on Fifth Avenue can accommodate up to 750 guests across their stunning event spaces. The piece de resistance is the stately Celeste Bartos Forum with its soaring 64-foot arched ceiling, ornate columns, and warm wood tones. For a more intimate vibe, the classic Astor Hall dazzles with its grand granite fireplace and crimson accents. With numerous event spaces, the NYC public library can accommodate an intimate ceremony to an extravagant jamboree.

Capacity: 165 seated, 200 standing

This chic Long Island City venue masterfully meshes old school industrial vibes with modern flair. With its exposed brick walls, thick wooden beams, and cool ambient lighting, The Foundry is a Brooklyn bride's urban paradise. The sleek lobby area is perfect for cocktail hour, while the open loft space with its soaring ceilings creates a romantic, airy setting for dinner and dancing.

Capacity: 250 seated

For nature-loving couples, you can't beat Brooklyn's lush 52-acre Botanic Garden. The iconic Cherry Esplanade is a show-stopper in spring when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom. Exchange vows surrounded by pink floral canopies and lush greenery. Or go for tropical vibes in the stunningly manicured Palm House, with its soaring glass ceilings and lush plant life.

Capacity: 180 seated, 450 standing

If an intimate, old-world vibe is more your style, check out the mansion that houses the Frick Collection on the Upper East Side. This gilded-age gem drips with sophisticated elegance from the immaculately decorated parlors to the incredible art collection. Picture sipping cocktails amidst Renoirs and Rembrandts before a candlelit dinner in the breathtaking Oval Room.    

Capacity: 1500 seated, 1850 standing

This Chelsea space is a total blank canvas ready for your creative vision. If you are looking to get creative and add your personal touches, this might be the place for you. With its soaring open floor plan, sleek glass walls and minimalist aesthetic, Glasshouses lets you craft a unique, personalized setting down to the last detail. Wood-beamed ceilings and crisp white walls keep the vibe open and airy, while the chic glass enclosures offer dreamy garden views.

Capacity: 165

You’ll be obsessed with the rustic-meets-industrial appeal of this West Village venue. The 620 Loft boasts high ceilings with restored wood beams, cozy exposed brick walls hung with funky art, and a dreamy garden courtyard for your vows. The outdoor garden area features lush landscaping and twinkling bistro lights - perfect for a whimsical ceremony. Inside, the open loft flow easily transitions from cocktail hour to dinner and dancing.

P.S. For Superhero and film fans, this is the location of the infamous rooftop scene in Spiderman (2002).

Capacity: 400 maximum

For a real "two kids from the city" fairy tale moment, the historic Glenmere Mansion in New York's Hudson Valley can't be beat. This impeccably restored 1911 palace sits on 150 gorgeous acres of lush gardens and terraces. Can you imagine more romantic photo ops than strolling amidst rambling stone walls, bubbling fountains, and sculpted topiaries? Inside, you'll find perfectly preserved Florentine stonework, hand-carved ceilings, and refined European touches befitting modern-day royalty. The perfect nearby getaway from New York.    

Capacity: 500 seated, 1000 standing

Hello, timeless glamor… This iconic NYC landmark oozes classic Manhattan opulence, from its stately fountained courtyard entrance to the opulent lobby dripping with chandeliers. The showstopper Grand Ballroom channels Gilded Age magnificence with its carved marble columns and striking frescoed ceiling. For a more intimate evening, the chic Terrace Room offers Central Park skyline views and lavish Art Deco detailing. What’s more New York than The Plaza?

Capacity: 75 - 300 

Cranking up the cool factor in hip Williamsburg, the Weylin strikes the perfect balance of industrial edge and modern sophistication. The warm ambient lighting, exposed brick walls, and sleek concrete floors set a moody, stylish tone. But the real showstopper is the venue's stunning centerpiece - a magnificently ornate bar hand-carved from a single tree. It's a true work of art and the ultimate conversation piece to wow your guests.

Capacity: 850 

This former grand banking hall in the Financial District defines "jaw-dropping" Built in 1837, the historic space is masterfully preserved, a neo-renaissance architectural splendor while providing elegant modern touches. Imagine making your grand entrance down the sweeping double staircase into the soaring great hall, crowned by a 70-foot dome ceiling and 60-foot Corinthian columns. Lavish accents like fluted marble pilasters and leaded glass windows only amplify the regal vibe. It is truly an affair to remember.

There you have it - 10 of New York's most wonderful and wildly diverse wedding venues! Whether you envision an intimate artist's loft party or a grand opulent ball straight out of a Hepburn flick, this city has a setting to match your dream day. 

My advice? Start venue shopping early, because these gems book up quickly. And when you find "the one," hire an amazing photographer to capture all those magical details. After all, the venue sets the whole vibe and creates lasting memories. Happy planning, lovebirds.

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