PLAN YOUR PERFECT FLORIDA WEDDING

Want to get married in Florida? Here's a how-to guide, with all the important logistical considerations, plus some suggestions for weddings on the beach, outdoors, at resorts and in venues that can be found only in the Sunshine State.
 

By Julie Laviolette

Romantic. Picturesque. Memorable. Create your dream wedding in Florida, a favorite of happy couples around the world. Let your fairytale unfold with Florida’s scenic landscapes and sun-kissed beaches, sophisticated ballrooms and signature cuisine.

In Florida, there’s something for every wedding under the sun.

Beaches

With 825 miles of beaches, Florida was made for tying the knot with your toes in the sand. Imagine the white sand and turquoise waters of the Emerald Coast of the Florida Panhandle in Destin, Fort Walton Beach or Pensacola. Head to the historic First Coast in Northwest Florida to Amelia Island, Jacksonville Beach or St. Augustine area beaches for charming architecture in a graceful setting. Experience spectacular sunsets on the west coast beaches of the Tampa Bay area, Sarasota (including world-famous Siesta Key beach), Fort Myers Beach and Naples. Enjoy the oceanfront splendor of the east coast from Daytona Beach down to Cocoa Beach (the closest to Orlando), on to Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale and Miami. Indulge in an island fantasy in the Florida Keys, from Key Largo to Key West, the southernmost tip of the U.S.

World-class resorts

Looking for a wedding resort where every detail is handled on-site, with a staff of wedding coordinators, caterers and pro photographers and florists at the ready?

Florida is a paradise for award-winning international resorts, with more Forbes four- and five-star rate properties in the South Florida areas of Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale and Miami than anywhere in the state. If you’re seeking historic charm, hotels from Casa Monica Resort & Spa in St. Augustine to The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club in St. Petersburg to The Savoy Hotel & Beach Club in Miami Beach offer exquisite architecture and service. Ready for a wedding with or an island vibe? Resorts like The Don CeSar in St. Pete Beach, the Pelican Grand Beach Resort in Fort Lauderdale and The Reach in Key West offer beachfront digs in luxury surroundings.

One-of-a-kind settings

When it comes to your wedding, a picture is worth a thousand words. Florida’s unique settings are a photographer’s dream, from the edgy murals of Wynwood Walls in Miami, to natural pools of swimming dolphins at the Dolphin Research Center in Grassy Key to the oldest Spanish fort in the U.S. in St. Augustine. Plus, there’s miles of white sand beaches, fairytale tropical gardens and crystal clear springs to take your breath away. If you can envision it, you can find it in Florida. 

Culinary expertise

Have a taste for something special for your celebration? Abundant seafood and fresh-picked farm-to-table veggies and citrus are the basis for Florida’s celebrated cuisine, with chefs and caterers making the most of local ingredients to bring only the best to your wedding event.

Wedding pros

You’ll find wedding planners and coordinators for all budgets, plus caterers, photographers and videographers, floral designers, hair and makeup artists and other experienced pros to help bring your picture-perfect day to life.Your dream wedding and Florida – it’s the perfect match.
 

WEDDING SERVICES

Florida is one of the most popular destination wedding locations in the world, the perfect place for couples to tie the knot. From wedding venues and bridal boutiques to florists and photographers, Florida weddings have everything (and everyone) you’ll need to help you plan the big day.