When you’ve photographed as many weddings around Pennsylvania as we have, you get a pretty good sense of what makes a venue truly special.
It’s not just about the pretty views (although, those are important too). It’s about how a place feels when you step onto the property. It’s about spaces that make your wedding day easier, more beautiful, and even more memorable — for you and your people.
Over the years, we’ve worked at some of the best venues across the state, and we’ve pulled together our favorites to help you start your search with confidence. Whether you’re picturing a mountaintop ceremony, a city rooftop, or a garden that feels like a secret, there’s a spot here waiting for you.
Before you dive in, don’t forget to check out our Ultimate Wedding Timeline Guide for a full breakdown of how to plan a smooth, stress-free wedding day.
If you’re planning a 4 PM ceremony (perfect for that dreamy golden light), we’ve also got a specific 4 PM Wedding Timeline guide just for you.
Now let’s find the space where it all begins…
THE POCONOS
If you’re dreaming of mountains, forests, and a little bit of magic, the Poconos might just be your spot.
1. Promise Ridge — Stroudsburg, PA
Perched on the side of a mountain with sweeping views of the Appalachian Trail, Promise Ridge is built for intimate ceremonies that are all about connection.
The Living Wall (a lush, vertical garden) sets the scene for vows that feel personal and powerful.
Designed for elopements and small gatherings (up to 20 guests), it’s a space where the focus stays exactly where it should: on the two of you, and the people who matter most.
📍 5353-5319 Hickory Circle, Stroudsburg, PA 18360
2. Pocono Palms — Cresco, PA
A former Catholic church turned indoor garden paradise.
Pocono Palms blends soaring vaulted ceilings, massive windows, and an incredible wall-to-wall living installation of palms and ferns.
It’s a space that feels completely fresh, lush, light-filled, and unlike anything else in the Poconos. It’s also family-owned and run, and you can feel the heart behind it from the second you walk in.
📍 1365 Route 390, Cresco, PA 18326
3. The French Manor Inn and Spa — South Sterling, PA
Stone cottages. Cobblestone courtyards. A mountaintop chateau straight out of Europe, but tucked right into the heart of Pennsylvania.
The French Manor is perfect if you’re planning an intimate wedding with a little bit of luxury. They offer special elopement and micro-wedding packages, and the panoramic mountain views? Absolutely next level.
📍 50 Huntingdon Drive, South Sterling, PA 18445
4. Skytop Lodge — Skytop, PA
If you’re after that classic, grand resort feel — Skytop Lodge delivers.
Built in the 1920s, it’s a historic stone lodge set on 5,500 acres of lakes, gardens, and forests.
You can get married lakeside, in the formal gardens, or even inside the grand stone lodge itself.
And if you want your wedding weekend to feel like a full-on getaway (hiking, canoeing, spa days), this is your place.
📍 One Skytop Lodge Road, Skytop, PA 18357
CHESTER & DELAWARE COUNTY
If you’re looking for venues with history, heart, and a little bit of that effortless East Coast charm, Chester and Delaware Counties have some incredible options.
5. Casablanca: A Right Start Venue — Coatesville, PA
Bright, modern, and intentionally designed for wedding days, Casablanca feels fresh without losing its sense of warmth.
The space is full of natural light, crisp architectural lines, and neutral textures that make it a true blank canvas, ready for any style or color palette you’re dreaming up. The getting-ready spaces and indoor-outdoor flow make it incredibly easy for both logistics and photos.
📍 139 East Chestnut Street, Coatesville, PA 19320
6. The Ballroom at Ellis Preserve — Newtown Square, PA
Where Greek revival grandeur meets garden serenity.
Set against a backdrop of towering columns and pastoral green lawns, The Ballroom at Ellis Preserve offers timeless architecture with the flexibility of modern luxury. Originally built in 1932, this historic landmark is now home to Finley Catering’s signature blend of fine cuisine and seamless service.
Host your ceremony outdoors surrounded by nature, then step inside the grand ballroom for an evening of celebration under soaring ceilings and elegant finishes. Just minutes from Philadelphia, it feels like a true escape.
📍 3821 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073
🌐 finleycatering.com/ballroom-at-ellis-preserve
7. Terrain Gardens at Devon Yard — Devon, PA
Botanical, eclectic, and impossibly charming.
Terrain Gardens is built for couples who love natural textures, twinkle lights, and spaces that feel a little wild and a little curated at the same time.
From the seasonal blooms to the rustic-modern event spaces, everything about it feels organic and photographs beautifully year-round.
📍 138 West Lancaster Avenue, Devon, PA 19333
8. The Inn at Grace Winery — Glen Mills, PA
Rolling vineyards, historic stone buildings, and private estate vibes — all less than an hour from Philly.
The Inn at Grace Winery offers a true “wedding weekend” experience with on-site lodging, a working winery, and spaces that feel timeless and relaxed.
Between the manor house, the wine cellar, and the surrounding countryside, it’s the kind of venue where you can slow down, savor the moment, and celebrate for more than just a day.
📍 50 Sweetwater Road, Glen Mills, PA 19342
PHILADELPHIA
The energy, the architecture, the endless photo ops. Philly weddings just hit differently.
9. Vaux Studio — Philadelphia, PA
Tucked inside a 100+ year-old historic building steps from City Hall, Vaux Studio is all about understated elegance.
Flooded with natural light and designed with clean, architectural details, it’s a space that feels refined without being fussy.
Ideal for intimate weddings and elopements, it gives you all the character of the city — in a space that feels private and intentional.
📍 1209 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
10. Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square — Philadelphia, PA
Boutique luxury with a French twist, right in the heart of Rittenhouse Square.
The Sofitel offers a sleek, modern backdrop for couples who want elegance, five-star service, and an effortlessly upscale vibe.
The ceremony and reception spaces are customizable, and the surrounding neighborhood is perfect for stunning portraits without needing to go far.
📍 120 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
11. The Lucy by Cescaphe — Philadelphia, PA
The Lucy feels like stepping into a modern Art Deco dream. Crisp white walls, sweeping marble floors, soaring ceilings, and some of the best chandeliers in the city.
Cescaphe’s signature service means no detail is missed, from custom menus to seamless event flow.
If you want classic glamour with a modern edge, this is your spot.
📍 231 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
🌐 weddings.cescaphe.com/pages/the-lucy
12. One North Broad — Philadelphia, PA
If you’re looking for a venue that feels historic, grand, and completely unforgettable, One North Broad delivers.
Located inside Philadelphia’s iconic Masonic Temple, the space is packed with soaring ceilings, dramatic staircases, ornate architecture, and museum-level details at every turn. It’s a dream backdrop for couples who want a wedding that feels timeless and a little larger than life, right in the heart of the city.
📍 One North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Bonus: there are multiple ceremony and reception spaces inside, so you can tailor the day to fit your style.
SOUTH CENTRAL PA
If you’re picturing a wedding day full of charm, wide-open landscapes, and a little bit of history woven in, South Central Pennsylvania has some incredible options.
13. Hotel Gettysburg — Gettysburg, PA
Historic charm meets modern hospitality right in the heart of Lincoln Square.
Hotel Gettysburg blends classic architecture with updated spaces — including elegant ballrooms, intimate ceremony rooms, and a grand staircase that’s perfect for portraits.
If you want a wedding that feels rooted in history (with all the modern conveniences baked in), this one’s a favorite.
📍 1 Lincoln Square, Gettysburg, PA 17325
14. The Manor House at Prophecy Creek Park — Ambler, PA
A setting where every season tells a story.
The Manor House at Prophecy Creek offers a cinematic blend of historic elegance and natural beauty. Nestled within 80 acres of parkland, this estate brings together stone architecture, sweeping lawns, and water features that feel straight from a storybook.
With both indoor and outdoor options, twinkling garden lights, and a warm, inviting atmosphere — it’s the kind of venue that wraps you in its charm the moment you arrive.
📍 205 W. Skippack Pike, Ambler, PA 19002
🌐 https://www.manorhouseprophecycreek.com/
15. Drumore Estate — Pequea, PA
Formal gardens, sweeping views, and a Georgian-style mansion that feels like stepping into another era.
Drumore Estate offers multiple outdoor ceremony sites, a beautiful Carriage House, and plenty of space for tented receptions under the stars.
It’s a dream setting if you’re after that classic, romantic wedding feel, with just the right balance of grandeur and intimacy.
📍 331 Red Hill Road, Pequea, PA 17565
Ready to Plan Your Wedding Day Flow?
Finding your venue is a huge piece of the puzzle — but it’s just the beginning.
Once you know where you’re getting married, it’s time to start thinking about how the day will actually feel, and how to set it up for the best photos (and the best memories).
We’ve put together a free Pennsylvania Wedding Timeline Guide, built from years of photographing real weddings across the state.
Inside, you’ll find tips on capturing golden hour portraits, building in breathing room between events, and making sure you’re present (not rushed) on your wedding day.
Want a timeline that’s personalized to your day, your venue, and your priorities? Book a free consultation with us.
We’ll help you map out a photography-friendly timeline that makes the most of every moment
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