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Charleston, South Carolina has no shortage of impressive venues that are appropriate for hosting weddings. We’ll list some of them in this article.
We’ll discuss, in no particular order:
- Best church/synagogue/mosque wedding venues
- Best outdoor wedding venues
- Best restaurant wedding venues
- Best other wedding venues
- Best wedding insurance provider
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Best church/synagogue/mosque wedding venues in Charleston
St. Michael's Episcopal Church
URL: https://www.stmichaelschurch.net/
Located at 71 Broad Street, this church is the oldest surviving religious structure in Charleston, South Carolina, built in the 1750s.
This church is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a National Historic Landmark.
Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist
URL: https://charlestoncathedral.com/
Located at 120 Broad Street, this church is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Charleston, South Carolina.
The first brownstone cathedral was built in 1854 and named the Cathedral of Saint John and Saint Finbar.
First Scots Presbyterian Church
Located at 53 Meeting Street, this church was established in 1731 when a dozen Scottish residents left the Independent Church of Charleston.
The buildings design was inspired by Baltimore Basilica in Baltimore, Maryland. It contains a number of Scottish symbols in stained glass windows.
Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim
Since 1749, Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim has been at the spiritual heart of Jewish Charleston.
This congregation meets in an architecturally significant 1840 Greek Revival synagogue located at 90 Hasell Street, Charleston.
Central Mosque of Charleston
URL: https://charleston.com/businesses/central-mosque-of-charleston
The Central Mosque of Charleston (CMC), located at 1082 King Street, Charleston, is a house of worship for people with ethnic backgrounds of about thirty different nationalities.
The CMC provides wedding/nikah services to Muslims.
Best outdoor wedding venues in Charleston
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
URL: https://www.magnoliaplantation.com/
From the Audubon Swamp Garden to the historic River Walk, Magnolia has something for everyone.
In the early 1840s, the Rev. John Grimké Drayton designed this romantic-style garden to showcase his azalea and camellia collections.
Middleton Place
URL: https://www.middletonplace.org/
A National Historic Landmark and home to the oldest landscaped gardens in America.
Middleton Place is an enduring, essential part of the American experience, and an unforgettable setting for one-of-a-kind weddings.
Legare Waring House and Gardens
URL: https://southcarolinaparks.com/legare-waring-house
Many memorable weddings have taken place at this historic 1840s home, which resides amid the manicured gardens of Charles Towne Landing, the site of South Carolina's first permanent settlement.
Hampton Park
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hampton_Park_(Charleston)
Hampton Park is a public park located in peninsular Charleston, South Carolina.
The park is bordered by The Citadel to the west, Hampton Park Terrace to the south, North Central to the east, and Wagener Terrace to the north.
Waterfront Park
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waterfront_Park_(Charleston)
Waterfront Park is an eight-acre park along approximately one-half mile of the Cooper River in Charleston, South Carolina.
The park received the 2007 Landmark Award from the American Society of Landscape Architects and the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Best restaurant wedding venues in Charleston
Halls Chophouse
URL: https://www.hallschophouse.com/
The Hall family opened the doors of Halls Chophouse Charleston in 2009, but their pursuit of exceptional hospitality started long before.
Located at 434 King St, Charleston, SC, this steakhouse is an appropriate venue for an elegant wedding celebration.
High Cotton
URL: https://www.highcottoncharleston.com/private-events/
High Cotton restaurant is located at 199 E Bay St, Charleston, SC, and is available to be booked for private events, including weddings.
Their main dining room is able to accommodate up to 100 seated, 150 reception. They also have a French Quarter room and East Bay room available to be booked.
The Ordinary
URL: https://eattheordinary.com/
The Ordinary is a Southern seafood hall and oyster bar located in an old bank in Charleston.
This restaurant has some limited availability for groups larger than six guests.
Harborside East
URL: http://www.harborsideeast.com/
Harborside East offers a waterfront venue with views of the harbor and downtown Charleston. While technically in Mount Pleasant, it's close to downtown Charleston and provides a restaurant-style wedding experience.
Zero
URL: https://zerorestaurantcharleston.com/
Zero George Street Hotel/Restaurant was “not intended” as a wedding venue, but a buyout of the property (all 16 rooms) is possible for large groups/wedding parties.
Best other wedding venues in Charleston
William Aiken House
URL: https://www.pphgcharleston.com/venues/william-aiken-house/
Located at 456 King St. in Charleston, SC, this house features sweeping ballrooms and is available to be booked for weddings.
This venue can accommodate up to 500 guests. Built in 1807.
Gadsden House
URL: https://www.gadsdenhouse.com/
Located in Downtown Charleston, Gadsden House is a perfect space for wedding ceremonies + receptions and rehearsal dinners.
Cedar Room
URL: https://www.thecedarroom.com/
More than 7,500 square feet of event space inside the Cigar Factory overlooking Cooper River. This venue is available to be booked for weddings.
Cotton Dock at Boone Hall Plantation
URL: https://www.boonehallplantation.com/weddings/
There is no question that The Cotton Dock is the most famous and most popular venue at Boone Hall Plantation.
The majestic front lawn in front of the mansion, the intimate patio area behind, and the spacious back lawn flanked by tidal marshes all create spectacular possibilities for any wedding.
Governor Thomas Bennett House
URL: https://www.governorthomasbennetthouse.com/
The Governor Thomas Bennett House offers endless options for your wedding.
The house is located downtown, just minutes from most major hotels, conference spaces and attractions.
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