Vaughan's Pub
Clare, Munster, Ireland
Sleeps 43: 43
Nearest airport: Shannon, 52km: 52km
Hag's Head at Cliffs of Moher
Clare, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 30 guests: 30
Nearest airport: Shannon, 66km: 66km
Springfield Castle
Limerick, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 60 guests: 60
Sleeps 27: 27
Huntington Castle
Carlow, Leinster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 90 guests: 90
Sleeps 22: 22
Nearest airport: Dublin: Dublin
Durty Nelly's Pub
Clare, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 50 guests: 50
Nearest airport: Shannon: Shannon
The Cashel Palace Hotel
Tipperary, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 50 guests: 50
Sleeps 50: 50
Nearest airport: Dublin: Dublin
The Mustard Seed Country House & Restaurant
Tipperary, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 60 guests: 60
Sleeps 60: 60
Nearest airport: Shannon: Shannon
Cloughan Castle
Galway, Connaught, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 60 guests: 60
Sleeps 14: 14
Nearest airport: Dublin: Dublin
Cliff at Lyons
Kildare, Leinster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 50 guests: 50
Sleeps 50: 50
Nearest airport: Dublin, 33km: 33km
Armada Hotel
Clare, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 150 guests: 100+
Sleeps 100: 100
Nearest airport: Shannon: Shannon
Kilkea Castle
Kildare, Leinster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 60 guests: 60
Sleeps 22: 22
Newtown Castle
Clare, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 15 guests: 15
Nearest airport: Shannon, 60km: 60km
St Finbarr’s Oratory
Cork, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 70 guests: 70
Glengarriff Lodge
Cork, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 220 guests: 100+
Sleeps 8: 8
Nearest airport: Kerry, 73km: 73km
Slea Head
Kerry, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 20 guests: 20
Nearest airport: Shannon, 192km: 192km
Cloonacauneen Castle
Galway, Connaught, Ireland
Nearest airport: Shannon, 92km: 92km
St. John's Church
Limerick, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 135 guests: 100+
Nearest airport: Shannon, 58km: 58km
Ashford Castle
Mayo, Connaught, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 166 guests: 100+
Sleeps 166: 100+
Nearest airport: Ireland West, 68km: 68km
Markree Castle
Sligo, Connaught, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 90 guests: 90
Sleeps 70: 70
Ballyseede Castle
Kerry, Munster, Ireland
Sleeps 90: 90
Nearest airport: Kerry: Kerry
Delphi Lodge
Galway, Connaught, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 34 guests: 34
Sleeps 33: 33
Virginia Park Lodge
Cavan, Ulster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 125 guests: 100+
Sleeps 125: 100+
Nearest airport: Dublin, 88km: 88km
Hilton Park
Monaghan, Ulster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 50 guests: 50
Sleeps 16: 16
Nearest airport: Dublin, 131km: 131km
Castle Leslie
Monaghan, Ulster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 100 guests: 100
Sleeps 100: 100
Nearest airport: Belfast International, 83km: 83km
Loughcrew Estate
Meath, Leinster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 140 guests: 100+
Sleeps 28: 28
Nearest airport: Dublin, 89km: 89km
Rahinnane Castle
Kerry, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 20 guests: 20
Nearest airport: Kerry, 66km: 66km
Ballycarberry Castle
Kerry, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 20 guests: 20
Nearest airport: Kerry, 65km: 65km
Powerscourt Hotel
Wicklow, Leinster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 150 guests: 100+
Sleeps 150: 100+
Nearest airport: Dublin, 51km: 51km
Wilton Castle
Wexford, Leinster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 100 guests: 100
Sleeps 14: 14
Nearest airport: Dublin, 151km: 151km
Waterford Castle
Waterford, Munster, Ireland
Ceremony for up to 100 guests: 100
Sleeps 38: 38
Nearest airport: Dublin, 181km: 181km
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.
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.