Irish elopement locations and wedding venues
The Mustard Seed Country House & Restaurant
Victorian country house for intimate weddings in Limerick
Armada Hotel
Boutique hotel with cliffs and Atlantic views in West Clare
The Cashel Palace Hotel
Five-star palace hotel in the Tipperary countryside
Ballyseede Castle
Opulent castle with 30-acre gardens and woodland in Tralee
Cloughan Castle
Country castle with panoramic views near the Wild Atlantic
Hag's Head at Cliffs of Moher
Wild Atlantic hidden gem cliffside elopement location
Fanningstown Castle
Tower-like castle with garden for outdoor ceremony in Adare
Castlemartyr Resort
Say yes in an 800-year-old fairytale castle in Cork
The Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel
4-star castle hotel with views of Dublin Bay
Springfield Castle
Ancestral home in a 200-acre estate at the heart of Limerick
Kinnitty Castle
13th-century castle amidst a vast parkland in Offaly
The Black Castle
16th-century tower overlooking the picturesque Lough Derg
Gloster House
Elegant period manor with vintage interior in Offaly
The Village Barn
Quirky modern barn in the quaint village of Tyrrelspass
Markree Castle
4-star castle with gothic facade and regal interior in Sligo
Rathsallagh House
Romantic country house with lush green outdoors in Wicklow
Cahernane House
Lakeside manor house with mountain views in Killarney
Cliff at Lyons
Rustic brick-walled manor with fountain and pond in Kildare
Kilronan Castle Estate & Spa
Secluded 4-star hotel in a 40-acre estate in Roscommon
Temple House Sligo
Georgian manor house in a private 1000-acre estate in Sligo
Delphi Lodge
18th-century country house with mountain backdrop in Galway
BrookLodge & Macreddin Village
Marry in this traditional Irish village in Wicklow
Virginia Park Lodge
Luxury lodge for rustic vintage weddings in Deerpark
Coopershill House
18th-century country house along River Unshin
Bellinter House
18th-century Georgian house at the south bank of River Boyne
Hilton Park
Georgian country house nestled within Monaghan hills
Ashley Park House
Lakeside historic house for grand elopements in Tipperary
Howth Head
Elope to Howth Head spot for micro weddings in Dublin
Howth Castle
800-year-old castle amidst the woodlands of Howth
Castle Leslie
Luxury estate with three lakes and a church near Dublin
Powerscourt House & Gardens
Manor house amidst 47-acre landscaped gardens near Dublin
Dromoland Castle
Gothic castle amidst a woodland along the Wild Atlantic Way
Glendalough
Scenic valley for micro weddings in Wicklow
Noughaval Church
12th-century Catholic church surrounded by nature in Clare
Kilkea Castle
12th-century castle estate with romantic river in Kildare
Luttrellstown Castle
Opulent castle with panoramic views of Wicklow mountains
Palmerstown House Estate
Exclusive manor house with a walled garden near Dublin
Loughcrew Estate
Historic estate with a church ruin in the Loughcrew valley
Belleek Castle
Gothic castle tucked in Belleek forest along River Moy
Rahinnane Castle
Castle ruin for micro weddings with sea views near Dingle
Vaughan's Pub
Rustic and traditional Irish pub with a dance floor in Clare
Waterford Castle
Picturesque castle in a 310-acre private island in Waterford
Blasket Island Centre
Historic museum with wild Atlantic views near Dingle
Wilton Castle
Twin castle and historic ruins at the banks of Boro River
Slea Head
Say yes in Slea Head for a wild Atlantic way elopement
Kilmurry Beach
Say "I do" in a rocky beach and castle ruin near Dingle
Powerscourt Hotel
Crescent-shaped 5-star hotel with mountain views near Dublin
St Finbarr’s Oratory
Chapel surrounded by woodlands along Gougane Barra lake
Newtown Castle
Unique cylindrical medieval tower overlooking The Burren in Clare
Galley Head Lighthouse
Lighthouse and museum atop the Atlantic Ocean in West Cork
Barberstown Castle
4-star medieval castle with its own Irish pub near Dublin
Blackrock Castle Observatory
Neo-gothic castle and museum fronting River Lee
Glengarriff Lodge
Thatched roof cottage amid Glengarriff woods nature reserve
Ballycarberry Castle
Castle ruin with ivy-covered tower along Fertha River
Headfort Arms Hotel
4-star hotel in the lush green landscapes of Boyne Valley
Tollymore Forest Park
Enchanting woodland for adventure elopements in Down
Magheramorne Estate
19th-century estate overlooking the Irish Sea near Belfast
Old Court Chapel
Chapel & Yurt wedding venue in Down
Church / Meeting House Cultra
Rustic chapel for legal ceremonies near a museum in Down
Dunluce Castle
Elope to this adventure spot at the edge of Antrim
Castle Ward
Game of Thrones manor house near Belfast
Kilmore Country House
17th-century country house for intimate weddings in Antrim
Kinbane Castle
Dramatic elopement location in Antrim
Culloden Estate and Spa
Glamorous pastel-colored castle hotel in Belfast
Dark Hedges Private Church
Private chapel for micro weddings in Antrim
Drenagh House & Estate
Classical mansion with moon garden in Londonderry
Dunfin Farm
Rustic barn in a quiet farmhouse at the heart of Glenshesk
Belfast Castle
Iconic hotel overlooking the Belfast skyline
Outdoor wedding locations in Ireland
Weather may not be the reason why you chose Ireland as your wedding destination, but the beautiful landscapes certainly are! Come rain or shine, most of our couples prefer to say their I do’s with the backdrop of Irish nature. This is why our destination wedding planner in Ireland has a special focus on finding you the best Irish wedding venues for outdoor weddings.
Castle ruins
Are you a history fanatic? Have you always dreamt of a Celtic ceremony inside an ancient ruin weathered by time? Ireland’s rich history can been seen on every corner of the island, memories left behind in the form of abandoned ruins. Make your mark and get married in an ancient ruin of a historic castle.
Abbey ruins
Ireland has a very long and eventful past to look back on. Many old monasteries, churches and once magnificent castles were abandoned or simply forgotten long ago and have since been reclaimed by nature. These ancient abbey ruins make for some of the most unique places for micro weddings in Ireland.
Cliffs
Ireland may not have a beach-friendly climate but its ocean landscapes rival some of the best in the world. The stunning Cliffs of Moher are surely the most well-known attraction with dozens of lovely intimate beaches along its coastline.
Lighthouses
Let your love shine as bright as a lighthouse on the darkest, stormiest night. What could be more romantic than saying ‘I do’ in front of this majestic beacon? You will see some truly breathtaking lighthouses dotted along Ireland’s coast.
Beaches
Thinking about an outdoor ceremony to marry in Ireland? You will find dozens of intimate beaches that are just perfect for a romantic wedding. The best Irish beaches for your Irish elopement are those surrounded by cliffs and astounding rock formations.
Woodland
Ireland doesn’t get it’s poetic nickname – the Emerald Isle – for nothing! For the outdoorsy and adventurous couples, marrying amidst majestic, century-old trees in a lush green Irish woodland may be the most wonderful and meaningful way to tie the knot.
Natural wonders
Get married at Giant’s Causeway, a natural wonder that’s formed of interlocking, hexagonal-shaped, basalt columns left behind after an ancient volcanic eruption some 60 million years ago. One of the only such rock formations on earth, it is a World Heritage Site.
‘Game of Thrones’ locations
Northern Ireland has only started gaining the attantion of tourists since it was featured several times by the popular series Game of Thrones. But even so, the flow of tourists here is still modest. So if you want some peace and quiet in a breathtaking wedding destination, you’ll love to get married in Northern Ireland.
Unique places to get married in Ireland
As part of your custom-made wedding package, we will find the perfect wedding venue in Ireland for your intimate wedding or a unique spot for your elopement. We will think of everything for you, from your ceremony spot, photo shoot location, wedding reception venue, and accommodation, which can all be in one place. Contact us to learn more about unique Irish wedding venues and places for elopements in Ireland. Below are just some of our favorite types of Irish venues and locations!
Castles
If you’re dreaming of a fairytale wedding at an authentic medieval castle, then Ireland is your ideal wedding destination. With over 30,000 castles and castle ruins, you will have many options for your big day. From luxury castle hotels to small privately-owned castles – there is a perfect one for you!
Rustic cottages
Cottages, lodges, and country houses in Ireland are historically rich and stunning wedding venues. A rustic lodge or a countryside cottage with a magical scenery are the best places to make your dream wedding in Ireland come true.
Irish pubs
Want that raw, authentic Irish wedding experience? Host your post-ceremony reception in a pub! What better way to celebrate your destination wedding in Ireland than with an informal gathering of your best friends and family than ‘down at the local’?
Mansions & manors
Whether you call them mansions, manor houses, or country estates, Ireland has plenty of these impressive buildings that you can exclusively rent for your wedding! Ireland is home to several stunning properties and boasts a wide variety of styles in its national architecture.
Boutique hotels
Forget what you’ve known so far about boutique hotels. Besides being small, stylish and typically family-owned, Irish boutique hotels can be defined by three things: incredible surroundings, incredible food and incredible service.
Churches & chapels
Today, over half of Irish people still celebrate their weddings in a church. If you are a Catholic (or of another Christian faith), finding a suitable church for your wedding in Ireland is a piece of cake. From awe-inspiring cathedrals to quirky village chapels, Ireland has beautiful churches and chapels for a religious ceremony.
Stately homes
You don’t need to go to England to marry in a Downton Abbey style of wedding venue! Ireland proudly boasts a large selection of stately manor houses, impressive mansions, and vast country houses for weddings.
Dublin wedding venues
From exclusive manor houses that date back to centuries ago, to medieval castles, a luxurious venue with its own lake, and a 5-star hotel with mountain views, Dublin has a lot to offer for a fairytale wedding that you want! If you prefer serene nature spot where you can recite your vows, there's a scenic peninsula on the north side of Dublin for your unique elopement.