Oahu Wedding Locations

Our preferred wedding locations on the island of Oahu

 

*Any of our beach locations can be paired with any Hawaii wedding package or vow renewal package.

 

Oahu Public Wedding Locations

These locations only require a $50 permit. We will obtain the permit on your behalf, the $50 fee will be added to your final balance. Public locations are very popular with the local community, thus we highly recommend choosing a weekday if seclusion is important to you.

 

 

Jump to Private Venues

 

 

~ Hawaii Morning & Mid-Afternoon Wedding Locations ~

Waialae Beach Hawaii Wedding 01

Waialae Beach

Waialae Beach offers a vast variety of photo opportunities, from an elegant grass oasis surrounded by palm trees, to enchanting beach images with quaint islands in the background.

Both Waialae Beach and Magic Island are great locations for couples looking to stay within the Waikiki area. Read More

 

Details: 

  • Location: South shore, 10 minutes from Waikiki.
  • Available: 7 days a week, 8:00am-6:00pm.
  • Group Size: 30 people maximum (including couple and guests).
  • Decor Add-ons: No Arches and Chairs. Runways available.
  • Recommendation: Lighting is great at any time of day. Later in the afternoon offers softer, less vibrant colors.
Sandy Beach Hawaii Wedding 2022 27

Sandy Beach

Sandy Beach is a famous body surfing beach known for its golden sands, dramatic lava rocks, and shoreline tidepools. Sandy Beach is our preferred sunrise wedding location. Read More

 

Details: 

  • Location: South East shore, 30 minutes from Waikiki.
  • Available: 7 days a week, sunrise to 5:00pm.
  • Group Size: 30 people maximum (including couple and guests).
  • Decor Add-ons: No Arches and Chairs. Runways available.
  • Limousine: Requires one additional hour ($130).
  • Recommendation: Lighting is great at any time of day. Later in the afternoon offers softer, less vibrant colors.
Heavens Point Hawaii Wedding 2022 18

HEAVEN'S POINT

Note: The State of Hawaii only grants permits from October-March. Other months are not available.

Heaven's Point is a stunning cliffside location featuring dramatic crashing waves in the royal blue ocean. Couples without guests can choose this as a ceremony location, but it is recommended as a secondary photo shoot location.

Details: 

  • Location: South East shore, 30 minutes from Waikiki.
  • Available: Only October-March, 7 days a week, 8:00am to 4:00pm.
  • Unfortunately, guests are not permitted.
  • Decor Add-ons: No Arches, Chairs, or Runways.
  • Limousine: Requires one additional hour ($130).
  • Recommendation: Flat shoes are required. The terrain is rocky with loose gravel and not recommended for those with mobility issues. 
Kualoa Beach Wedding Location 1

Kualoa Regional Park

With the ocean view of Mokoliʻi (also known as Chinaman's Hat) and the mountain view of the Ko'olaus, Kualoa Regional Park offers a great variety.

Details:

  • Location: East shore, 1.5 hours from Waikiki.
  • Available: 7 days a week, 9:00am to 5:00pm.
  • Group Size: 30 people maximum (including couple and guests).
  • Decor Add-ons: No Arches, Chairs, or Runways.
  • Limousine: Not available. Packages including limousine will receive a credit to remove this service. 
  • Travel fee of $125 per vendor is required.
  • For the Royal Ilima Package and larger, modifications are needed.

~ Hawaii Sunset & Waterfall Wedding Locations ~

Magic Island Hawaii Wedding 2022 22

Magic Island

Magic Island offers a vast number of breathtaking photo opportunities: majestic Diamond Head, Waikiki, grassy lawn, rocky point, palm trees, and sandy beach. This is the best location for a sunset ceremony. Read More

Details:

  • Location: South shore, 10 minutes from Waikiki.
  • Available: 7 days a week, 8:00am to sunset.
  • Group Size: 50 people maximum (including couple and guests).
  • Decor Add-ons: Arches, Chairs, and Runways available.
  • Recommendation: Lighting is great at any time of day. Best for sunset from Mon-Thurs.
Liliuokalani Falls 18

Liliuokalani Gardens & Waterfall

Liliuokalani Gardens is located in a residential neighborhood in Honolulu. The beautiful park features a garden, a relaxing stream, and a lovely natural waterfall.

Details:

  • Note: Must be booked more than 30 days prior to your ceremony date.
  • Location: South, 15 minutes from Waikiki.
  • Available: Mon-Fri, 10:00am-2:00pm (excluding state and federal holidays).
  • Group Size: 16 people maximum (including couple and guests).
  • Decor Add-ons: No Arches, Chairs, or Runways.
  • Recommendation: Weather conditions do affect the flow and color of the falls. 
Kawela Bay North Shore Hawaii Wedding 06

Kawela Bay

Kawela Bay is a majestic, tropical forest just behind the breathtaking beach, making it the perfect venue for couples looking to capture a variety of “land and sea” images on Oahu's North Shore. Read More

Details:

  • Location: North shore, 1.5 hours from Waikiki.
  • Available: 7 days a week, 9:00am to sunset.
  • Group Size: 20 people maximum (including couple and guests).
  • Decor Add-ons: No Arches, Chairs, or Runways.
  • Limousine: Not available. Packages including limousine will receive a credit to remove this service. 
  • Travel fee of $125 per vendor is required.
  • For the Royal Ilima Package and larger, modifications are needed.
  • Recommendation: Best for couples staying at the Turtle Bay Resort or on the North Shore.
Secret-Beach-Wedding-Ceremony-1

Secret Beach

Secret Beach features dramatic crashing waves, crystal blue water, and a direct view of the golden Hawaiian sunset! It's situated on Oahu's West Side near the Aulani, Marriott Beach Club, and the KoOlina Four Seasons properties. Although accessible to the public (like all Hawaii beaches), this small beach can be a bit more secluded.

Details:

  • Location: West shore, 1.25 hours from Waikiki.
  • Available: 7 days a week, 9:00am to sunset.
  • Group Size: 20 people maximum (including couple and guests).
  • Parking is extremely limited. 
  • Decor Add-ons: No Arches, Chairs, or Runways.
  • Limousine: Not available. Packages including limousine will receive a credit to remove this service. 
  • Travel fee of $125 per vendor is required.
  • For the Royal Ilima Package and larger, modifications are needed.
  • Recommendation: Best for couples staying at the Disney Aulani, Marriott Beach Club, or the Four Seasons Ko Olina.
 

WOH-Icon-Color-SML

Oahu Private Wedding Venues*

For the ultimate Hawaii wedding experience, we highly recommend considering a private venue for the ceremony and first photo shoot location.

 

*Available for Gardenia packages and higher.

 Events at our private venues must be done through our in-house team. Outside vendors are not permitted.

Nalo-Gardens-Hawaii-Wedding-Location-8

Nalo Gardens

Nalo Gardens is a spacious private garden, filled with a variety of unique botanicals. The lush greenery sets the stage for the ceremony while the iconic Ko'olau mountains make for a breathtaking backdrop.

Details:

  • Available only with Gardenia packages and higher. The officiant and photographer cannot be removed at this location.
  • Venue Fee: $1,075, not inclusive of any wedding decor (arch, chairs, etc.).
  • Location: East shore, 1 hour from Waikiki.
  • Available: 7 days a week, 9:00am to 5:00pm.
  • Group Size: 50 people maximum (including couple and guests).
  • Decor Add-ons: Arches, Chairs, and Runways (7 days a week).
  • Limousine: Requires 1 additional hour ($130).
  • Parking: 25 vehicles. Outside hired transportation (Uber/Lyft/taxi/private driver) is not permitted. No street parking.
  • Recommendation: Ideal for larger groups or those who want a private setting for their wedding. Popular to pair with a second location beach shoot.
Noelani Gardens Hawaii Wedding 23

Noelani Gardens

Noelani Garden is a private garden oasis with sweeping views of Kaneohe Bay. With majestic surroundings and lush botanicals, this intimate ceremony area offers a one-of-a-kind setting for your special day! This venue limits bookings per month.  

Details:

  • Available only with Gardenia packages and higher. The officiant and photographer cannot be removed at this location.
  • Venue Fee: $795, not inclusive of any wedding decor (arch, chairs, etc.).
  • Location: East shore, 1 hour from Waikiki.
  • Available: 7 days a week, 9:00am to 4:00pm. Limited bookings per month.
  • Group Size: 12 people maximum (including couple and guests).
  • Access to the ceremony location has uneven stairs. 
  • Decor Add-ons: Select Arches, Chairs, and Runways (7 days a week).
  • Limousine: Not available. Packages including limousine will be changed to a 13-passenger sprinter van, which requires two of the three parking spaces. Requires 1.5 additional hours ($210).
  • Parking: 3 vehicles (1 vehicle if using van). Outside hired transportation (Uber/Lyft/taxi/private driver) is not permitted. No street parking.
  • Recommendation: For groups, speak with a coordinator regarding transportation logistics and restrictions.
St.-Catalina-Hawaii-Wedding-Chapel-01

St. Catalina By the Sea Chapel

St. Catalina Chapel is across from Makapu'u Beach and is nestled against the Ko'olau Mountains. This stunning chapel offers couples an intimate ceremony surrounded by swaying palms and sweeping views. The chapel only accepts bookings within one year of the ceremony date.

Details:

  • Available only with Gardenia packages and higher. The officiant and photographer cannot be removed at this location.
  • Venue Fee: $2,250, with a $1,150 non-refundable deposit to secure the date (deposit deducted from fee).
  • The chapel only confirms bookings within one year of the ceremony date
  • The chapel charges a $160 fee for any changes to the time or date after the reservation is confirmed.
  • Location: South East shore, 35 minutes from Waikiki.
  • Available: 7 days a week, set time slots between 8:00am and 3:00 pm.
  • Group Size: 50 people maximum (including couple and guests).
  • Decor Add-ons: As pictured.
  • Limousine: Requires one additional hour ($130). 
  • Parking: Private lot (+$15 per car).
Moana Gardens Hawaii Wedding 21

Moana Gardens

Located at the edge of Sea Life Park (where 50 First Dates was filmed!), Moana Gardens has one of the most breathtaking views on the southeast shore! Featuring a panorama view of Makapu'u Beach, Rabbit Island, and the Ko'olau Mountains.  

Details:

  • Undergoing renovations and currently unavailable. Estimated availability July 2024 onward.
  • Available only with Gardenia packages and higher. The officiant and photographer cannot be removed at this location.
  • Venue Fee: $2,495 with a $1,000 non-refundable deposit to secure the date (deposit deducted from the fee), not inclusive of any wedding decor (arch, chairs, etc.) 
  • Location: East shore, 35 minutes from Waikiki.
  • Available: 7 days a week, two time slots: 10:30am or 2:00pm.
  • Group Size: 50 people maximum (including couple and guests).
  • Decor Add-ons: Arches, Chairs, and Runways (7 days a week). No flower petals permitted.
  • Limousine: Requires one additional hour ($130). 
  • Parking: Private lot (+$15 per car).

Lanikai-Estate-Oahu-Wedding-Venue-2

Lanikai Estate

Lanikai Estate overlooks the famous Lanikai Beach. With a variety of tropical plants, this private estate is the perfect setting for a secluded ceremony. Since beach weddings on Lanikai Beach are restricted, this is a prime location to have this renowned beach as your ceremony backdrop! 

Details:

  • Available only with Gardenia packages and higher. The officiant and photographer cannot be removed at this location.
  • Venue Fee: $950, not inclusive of any wedding decor (arch, chairs, etc.).
  • Location: East shore, 1 hour from Waikiki.
  • Available: 7 days a week, 9:00am to 3:30pm.
  • Group Size: 16 people maximum (including couple and guests).
  • Decor: Select Arches, Chairs, and Runways (7 days a week).
  • Limousine: Requires two additional hours (+$260). Not permitted on weekends and major holidays. Requires one of the three parking spaces. 
  • Parking: 3 vehicles (2 vehicles if using limousine). Outside hired transportation (Uber/Lyft/taxi/private driver) is not permitted. No street parking. 
  • Recommendation: Ceremony area is elevated (see photos and video), not recommended for those with mobility restrictions.
Plumeria-Estate-Wedding-Venue-5

Plumeria Estate

Plumeria Estate is a beautiful ceremony location, especially when the plumerias are in season! This exclusive estate features stunning tropicals and paired with the ocean view it's hard to beat! There are a few specifics to note, but a coordinator would be happy to help review the details.

Details:

  • Available only with Maile packages and higher. Outside vendors are not permitted.
  • Venue Fee: $2,295, with a $1,350 non-refundable deposit to secure the date (deposit deducted from fee).
    • Price includes arch, 20 chairs, and water station. (All decor is as pictured, no modifications.)
  • Location: South East shore, 20 minutes from Waikiki.
  • Available: Monday-Saturday, one time slot: 10:00am. Accepting bookings through August 2025.
  • Group Size: 50 people maximum (including couple and guests).
  • Decor: Arch and up to 20 Chairs are included as pictured, no modifications or alternatives.
  • Limousine: Not available. The package limousine will be changed to a 13-passenger sprinter van. Requires 1 additional hour ($140).
  • Transportation: All transport must be done in-house. Additional 13-passenger vans are $420 each, roundtrip from Waikiki. Other transport (rental cars, Uber/Lyft/taxi, etc.) is prohibited.
  • Recommendation: Ideal for couples who are open to a morning wedding, like the venue's decor, and want to secure transportation for their guests. Please speak with a coordinator regarding transportation logistics and restrictions.

2022 Awards

“We are so thankful that we chose Weddings of Hawaii for our special day. We researched many vendors before deciding on Weddings of Hawaii, but after seeing sample videos with Reverend Russ as the officiant in them, and speaking to the team via emails, our decision was easily made."
— Kristen S.