Choosing the perfect wedding venue can be one of the most daunting parts of wedding planning. However, the Hill Country is home to beautiful wedding venues to fit every style. Having photographed here for over 3 years, I’ve compiled a list of the top Texas Hill Country Wedding Venues to help you find the one.
We’re kicking off our list with the rolling green hills, wineries and small-town charm of this lively German town.
Modern Texas Hill Country Wedding
Immersed in a timeless Hill Country setting, Contigo Ranch offers multiple scenic wedding locations accented with fun modern touches.
Graceful Rural Wedding
La Bonne Vie is tucked away on 200 acres of pastoral paradise and features an open-air chapel with stunning stained glass windows (this chapel is my personal favorite on the list) and expansive country views. It’s a swoon-worthy spot for both traditional weddings and nature-loving couples!
Hill Country Chic Wedding
Vista Oaks comes with a sweet wedding tradition! Every couple has a custom lock with their names and “I do” date added to the Love Gate, located inside the venue’s bell tower. Besides hearing *actual* wedding bells, this Hill Country venue is situated on a sprawling 75 acres and has multiple indoor venue options.
Modern Ranch Wedding
Nestled on the iconic Willow City Loop (known in the Hill Country for fields of bluebonnets and Texas wildflowers in the spring), Willow Sky Ranch effortlessly captures the modern ranch wedding style.
Artful Countryside Wedding
A short hop from Fredericksburg, Featherstone Ranch offers many picturesque possibilities for your big day. An open-air chapel, rolling grass fields and effortless amenities are just a few things that make this a truly timeless Texas Hill Country wedding.
Known for the tranquil Guadalupe River and rolling hills, Kerrville offers a couple of my favorite Texas Hill Country wedding venues. (Including one of my ALL TIME FAVORITES!)
Elegant Texas Hill Country Wedding
Sendera Springs is by far one of my favorite venues. Not only are the lake views and spaces stunning, but their team is with you every step of the way. The captivating details of their spaces speak volumes, but their service goes above and beyond!
Want to see more? Check out Dallas and Kendall’s Fall Hill Country wedding.
Glamorous Old Hollywood-Inspired Wedding
Step into the starring role at The Arcadia Live Theater! Built in 1926, this vintage gem in downtown Kerrville has been restored with state-of-the-art entertaining amenities. Filled with endless potential for creating your own movie-worthy moments, this venue is definitely one of my all-time favorites!
Want to see more? Check out Kaitlyn and Johnny’s Arcadia Theater wedding reception.
Glamorous Southern Country Club Wedding
The Riverhill Mansion is a historical Kerrville home, making it a timeless wedding venue. Experience the rolling golf greens, Hill Country history and all the done-for-you amenities you could hope for.
San Antonio is one of Texas’ most vibrant cities and offers a diverse range of wedding locations. It wasn’t easy narrowing them down, but here are a few of my favorites.
Historic Downtown Wedding
Located on the iconic Riverwalk, Club Giraud is a memorable backdrop for any San Antonio wedding. Steeped in the city’s history and part of the Southwest School of Art, this venue is a beautiful place to share your love story – and even ends with your own getaway riverboat!
Want to see more? Check out Brett and Erik’s Riverwalk wedding.
Founded in 1904, the San Antonio Country Club is a sprawling estate offering full club amenities plus countless ceremony and reception sites.
Whimsical Garden Wedding
Enter the pages of your very own fairytale with an intimate outdoor garden wedding at The Gardens at West Green. Your guests meander along manicured garden paths surrounded by centurion oaks, making this venue the ultimate romantic wedding experience.
Want to see more? Check out Sirena and Garrett’s intimate garden wedding.
Historic Vintage Wedding
Beautiful historic buildings and tranquil gardens make this venue an artfully timeless choice. Located in the vibrant heart of downtown SA, it’s no wonder it’s a popular Hill Country wedding venue.
Historic or Contemporary Wedding
Every love story is a work of art, so it’s hard to think of a more fitting place to tie the knot than the curated grounds of the McNay. Nestled richly in San Antonio culture, this venue offers a variety of creative wedding ceremony and reception locations to fit every personality.
Want to see more? Check out Jessica and Brady’s McNay wedding reception.
Southern Hill Country Fairy Tale Wedding
Just minutes from historic Gruene, TX, this venue features a white open-air chapel surrounded by a peaceful meadow and majestic oak trees.
Boerne brings small-town charm with the convenient proximity of San Antonio. If you’re looking for the best of both worlds, Boerne is a great choice and home to some favorite quintessential Hill Country wedding venues.
CW Hill Ranch – Boerne, TX
Rural Getaway Wedding
Want a rustic ranch wedding you’ll remember for years to come? From the rehearsal dinner to the wedding reception (and beyond), CW Hill Ranch creates an all-inclusive wedding retreat.
Want to see more? Check out Deserae & Clay’s rustic ranch wedding.
Industrial Modern Wedding
Dreaming of a darker, moodier vibe for your wedding day? The contemporary architecture of Park 31 is a beautiful choice for brides looking for a cool, modern (yet slightly vintage) twist on their big day.
Elegant Riverside Chapel Wedding
One of the Hill Country’s first wedding venues, The Marquardt Ranch is known for its chapel with two stunning bell towers. Resting along the banks of the Guadalupe River, the outdoor ceremony is tucked under century oak trees with stone benches and a rock path leading down the aisle.
Historic Small Town Wedding
Antique details and luxurious amenities indoors and out, the Kendall Inn lets you make memories surrounded by a sweetly southern ambiance.
You can’t go wrong hosting your wedding in the state’s famous capital city. These venues combine big-city amenities and all the Texas Hill Country hospitality you know and love.
Glam Urban Wedding
Celebrate your big day in the heart of historic South Congress Avenue. With customizable indoor and outdoor backdrops, this hotel is the perfect site for a contemporary Austin wedding.
Modern Farmhouse Wedding
This Hill Country barn wedding venue is in no way rustic. Sophisticatedly designed, no detail has been overlooked at Mae’s Ridge. Shiplap and limitless natural lighting – need we say more?
Contemporary Desert Wedding
Want West Texas (ie Marfa) vibes without the in-the-middle-of-nowhere hassle? Camino Real makes the desert magic happen with the convenience of being just minutes from downtown Austin.
Historic Urban Loft Wedding
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, 111 East has been modernized to host small, intimate weddings with an industrial vintage feel.
Vintage Victorian Wedding
Built in 1883, this historic wedding venue is hidden by old oak trees in the heart of downtown Austin. Sumptuous parlors, verandas and courtyards make every wedding a swoon-worthy affair.
Nestled between San Antonio and Kerrville, Texas, the Comfort area offers endless Hill Country hospitality and charm. Sprawling fields, Cypress-lined creeks and rivers… countryside solitude awaits!
Whimsical Woodland Boho Wedding
Surrounded by groves of trees, meadows and more – this venue has a knack for making outdoor weddings the stuff of fairytales. Run by a husband and wife team, Mike and Alex do everything to make your wedding day a dream come true.
Tranquil Countryside Wedding
Haven River Inn is a historic riverfront property located just outside downtown Comfort. This venue is for small weddings of up to 75 guests and offers endless R&R at the inn and the surrounding 25 acres of countryside.
Want to see more? Check out Celeste and Austin’s intimate b&b wedding.
Elegant Industrial Vintage Wedding
This historic building is brimming with sophisticated touches, stories and character – all located in the heart of Comfort’s quaint downtown.
Want to see more? Check out Morgan and Brent’s downtown Comfort wedding.
Contemporary Campside Wedding
Settled along the banks of Cypress Creek, Camp Comfort is a tranquil water-side wedding venue with a campfire twist. This location hosts small outdoor weddings, and you can book the entire property (lodging for up to 30 guests) for a wedding oasis all to yourself.
Which top Texas Hill Country wedding venue sounds like your dream location? I’d love to hear more about your vision for your big day. Send me an email and let’s chat!
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