10 of Cairn’s Most Popular Wedding Venues (2023)

Offering an exquisite romantic location and the service of this internationally-renowned hotel group, you will be sure to unlock your dream wedding at the Hilton Cairns.

With a range of spaces for your ceremony, reception, and accommodation, all of your wedding weekend needs will be looked after here. Choose from waterfront or chapel vows to cocktails or fine dining on the terrace overlooking the inlet and marina, or even a relaxed poolside reception for a more intimate soiree.

Capacity: 500

Type of Venue: Contemporary, beachfront, hotel

Address: 34 Esplanade, Cairns City QLD 4870

Phone: 07 4050 2000

Social: Hilton Cairns

There is nothing more dreamy than a FNQ wedding. This group of vendors combines to cater to your every wedding day needs, from venues to decorations, photographers, caterers, entertainers and so much more.

You can choose from a range of magical spaces including chapels with floor to ceiling views of the water and coastline to barefoot vows right on the beach or an elegant garden marquee or fine hotel dining.

In partnership with premier venues in Cairns and Palm Cove, don’t consider planning your wedding without talking to South Pacific Bridal.

Capacity: Various, contact venue to confirm

Type of Venue: Contemporary, hotel, beachfront, garden

Address: Shop F14-15, The Conservatory, Lake St, Cairns QLD 4870

Phone: 07 4041 5644

Social: South Pacific Bridal

Located in magical Palm Cove, one of the greatest features Peppers has to offer is choice. Choose from a ceremony on the beach, in the gardens or beside the pool. Choose from formal dining in the restaurant, to a fun and relaxed buffet, cool cocktails under the stars or more. Choose intimate and private, or an exciting celebration with a hundred of your nearest and dearest.

Contact their dedicated and passionate events team for your options today, including accommodation for all of your guests.

Capacity: 130

Type of Venue: Hotel, contemporary, beachfront

Address: 123 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove QLD 4879

Phone: 07 4059 9200

For an event with a difference, come to Salt House. At Marina Point in Cairns, Salt House offers breathtaking views of the city, ocean,and hinterlands. This modern and iconic waterfront venue is versatile, and can cater to intimate private dining or luxurious all-inclusive celebrations.

The venue can plan both stand up and sit down receptions. The outdoor restaurant has a gorgeous viewing deck that can hold your dream ceremony of up to 200 guests; and will delight each and every one of them with inspired culinary options and premium beverage packages. Watch the world go by with a glass of champagne (or two!)

Capacity: 200

Type of Venue: Contemporary, restaurant, waterfront

Address: Marina Point, 6/2 Pierpoint Road, Cairns City QLD 4870

Phone: 07 4041 7733

Social: Salt House

This opulent beachfront resort and spa is where you can create moments to remember forever. Whether your wedding day is laidback and barefoot, or elegant and refined, your needs can be looked after here.

Choose from a variety of gorgeous spaces including beachfront, gardens, poolside, marquees and the restaurant, and invite all of your guests to stay over in the luxurious accommodation as well. The contemporary décor is exquisitely set out with perfect attention to detail, and will be sure to wow even the fussiest of guests.

Capacity: 250+

Type of Venue: Hotel, beachfront

Address: 5 Triton St, Palm Cove QLD 4879

Phone: 07 4059 9600

Social: Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa

A world away from anywhere is Thala Beach. Located exclusively within the nature reserve, you will feel as if your wedding is the only moment that matters – which of course, it is! Just for intimate and truly special wedding days, Thala Beach caters for boutique weddings of up to 60 guests.

With views over the ocean in front and the lush rainforest reserve behind, your photos will be simply spellbinding. With dining and accommodation all looked after, you will never want to go home.

Capacity: 60

Type of Venue:Beachfront, rainforest, resort

Address: 5078 Captain Cook Hwy, Oak Beach QLD 4877

Phone: 07 4098 5700

Social: Thala Beach Nature Reserve

A place of whimsy, heritage, and romance, nothing compares to the breathtaking surrounds of this lovely venue. The lush tropical gardens, the gazebo, and a number of poolside options mean you will find it hard to narrow down your photo backdrops. Your dining choices include casual cocktails in the gardens to formal sit-down affairs in the sumptuous ballroom.

With accommodation for all of your guests, this is an ideal destination wedding location.

Capacity: 250+

Type of Venue: Rainforest, resort

Address: 18-26 Cannon St, Manunda QLD 4870

Phone: 07 4053 8800

Social: Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Perched on one of Australia’s most iconic beaches, your dream Palm Cove wedding day will be in trusted hands with the team at Nu Nu. With delicious menus and premium beverage choices, the staff takes great pride in crafting a magical day you will remember forever.

A modern venue with a relaxed feel and a gorgeous outlook, Nu Nu is simply faultless for your reception dining.

Capacity: Contact venue to confirm capacity

Type of Venue: Beachfront, restaurant

Address: 1 Veivers Rd, Palm Cove QLD 4879

Phone: 07 4059 1880

Social: Nu Nu Restaurant

This stunning waterfront restaurant is famed for its views as well as its welcoming hospitality and incomparable concept food. With cuisine that showcases local and natural ingredients in a fun modern style, your guests will need to loosen their belts before leaving your wedding celebration.

Ochre Catering can also bring their wonderful food to a venue of your choice – just contact them for your options today.

Capacity: 150

Type of Venue: Restaurant, waterfront

Address: 1 Marlin Parade, Cairns City QLD 4870

Phone: 07 4051 0100

Social: Ochre Restaurant

Address: 250 Cedar Park Rd, Koah QLD 4881

Phone: 0459 554 168

Social: Cedar Park Rainforest Resort