The 20 best wedding venues in Alexandria, ranked and compared

The Alexandrian in Old Town Alexandria is a boutique Autograph Collection hotel offering stylish indoor ballrooms and an outdoor courtyard for ceremonies and receptions. Located on historic King Street, it blends playful, modern design with classic architecture and fullservice hospitality. Onsite catering, bar, accommodations, and event staff streamline planning for wedding weekends. Guests enjoy walkable access to Old Town’s waterfront, shops, and restaurants.

River Farm is a historic estate and garden venue overlooking the Potomac River just south of Old Town Alexandria. The property features a manorstyle house, ballroom, formal and informal gardens, spacious patio, and sprawling lawns for flexible indooroutdoor celebrations. Couples can host ceremonies in the gardens or on the lawns and receptions in the ballroom, tented areas, or on the patio. The venue offers picturesque waterfront views and a romantic, classic atmosphere.

Morrison House is a boutique Autograph Collection hotel in Old Town Alexandria offering intimate, historicinspired spaces for elegant weddings. Located steps from King Street and the waterfront, it blends classic Federalstyle architecture with modern comforts. Couples can host ceremonies and receptions in refined indoor rooms and adjacent gathering areas suited to smaller guest counts. Fullservice hotel amenities and onsite catering streamline planning for a seamless celebration.

Ada's on the River is a spacious, contemporary restaurant in Alexandria, VA, paying homage to Ada Lovelace. It offers panoramic Potomac River views through 15foot floortoceiling windows and features woodfired prime steaks, fresh seafood, and custom menus. The venue includes a 32seat private dining room and a 100seat outdoor patio. Its stylish, warm, and modern interior, accented with vibrant red tiles, makes it a luxurious choice for elegant dinners, happy hours, and grand celebrations overlooking the waterfront.

The Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum is an 1839 Greek Revival landmark in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia that doubles as an intimate event venue. Weddings, receptions, recitals, concerts and lectures are held in the elegant Lecture Hall, decorated in 1840s Classical Revival style with a 15-foot ceiling, tall 9-over-9 windows, period valences, a Greek motif frieze and custom Axminster carpeting. The hall holds up to 150 guests and features a 22'x9' platform stage, concert grand piano, ceiling-mounted projector and large projection area, a built-in speaker lectern, and a small adjoining caterer kitchen. Couples can also open the exhibition galleries and museum shop for after-hours guests; outside caterers are permitted, candles and red wine are allowed, and the museum is wheelchair accessible.

Hollin Hall Weddings and Events is a 1919 Colonial Revival mansion set on seven beautifully landscaped acres just four miles south of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. The historic property is hosted by Mount Vernon Unitarian Church and offers two indoor reception sites, the original Hollin Hall (stand-up reception for 150, seated 80-90) and the modern Meeting House (225 standing, 150-175 seated), plus a walled boxwood garden, slate terrace, wisteria-arbored terrace and gracious lawn for outdoor ceremonies or tented receptions. Wedding rates run $2,600-$4,000 for ceremony-and-reception bookings; outside catering is allowed with an additional fee, and renters may use the venue's tables and chairs at no extra cost. The estate provides a sun-filled bride's dressing room, modern warming kitchens, full handicap accessibility and adjacent free parking for 90 vehicles.

Carlyle House Historic Park in Old Town Alexandria is a historic 18thcentury property with formal gardens and outdoor event spaces ideal for intimate weddings. Couples can host ceremonies on the lawn or veranda, with tented options available for weather backup. The park setting offers classic, vintage charm in the heart of the city. Outside catering is typically used, giving flexibility in planning.

The George Washington Masonic National Memorial is a Neoclassical landmark in Alexandria, Virginia, built starting in 1923 atop Shooter's Hill with sweeping views toward Old Town and the Potomac. It hosts ceremonies and receptions for up to 250+ guests across multiple distinctive rooms including the Grand Masonic Hall, theatre, North Lodge Room and front-step or rooftop observation deck. Couples appreciate the 200+ free parking spaces, on-site kitchen, included tables and chairs, metro accessibility (Yellow line) and the freedom to bring any outside vendors at no additional cost. Wedding packages start at $6,500 reception / $2,500 ceremony, and the memorial has hosted weddings for over a century with the GW Memorial events team led by administrator Radka Madrova.

The Westin Alexandria Old Town is a modern upscale hotel and wedding venue in the Carlyle section of Old Town Alexandria, VA, built in 2007 and renovated in 2016, with 319 guestrooms (including 12 executive suites) and 22 event rooms totaling roughly 40,732 square feet of event space. Its 8,000 sq ft Edison Ballroom is the largest in Old Town Alexandria and accommodates banquet receptions of 590 and ceremonies/receptions up to 650, while the Wright Room hosts more intimate gatherings (up to 50) with views of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial. Wedding services include Marriott Certified Wedding Planners, in-house catering (dinner from $80/pp), full bar, AV equipment, dance floor, drapery and lighting, plus a complimentary local shuttle and pet-friendly accommodations. On-site dining is at Trademark Drink + Eat and the hotel offers a 24-hour WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio and free Wi-Fi.

Vista Banquet Hall of Alexandria is a modern, newly crafted banquet facility on Richmond Highway in Alexandria, Virginia, designed for weddings, quinceañeras, birthdays, corporate galas, baby showers and graduation parties. The venue features two halls, the Vista Hall Ballroom (up to 400 standing / 300 seated) and the Vista Executive Hall (up to 250 standing / 200 seated, ideal for groups around 70), both with a luxurious mezzanine, grand staircase, customizable lighting and flexible layouts. Three wedding packages are offered (Silver Dream, Golden Elegance, Platinum Luxury) with the higher tiers adding stage, bridal suite, servers, bartenders, refined dining and unlimited soft drinks; pricing starts from $25 per person. Included amenities span on-site catering and bar (BYO catering and alcohol also permitted), bridal and groom suites, AV equipment (PA system, projector, flatscreen TV), dance floor, decor and lighting, complimentary Wi-Fi, climate control, large restrooms, storage, cargo lift, full ADA accessibility and a large parking area with free street parking.

Lloyd House is a late-18th-century Georgian-style mansion in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, constructed around 1796–1797 and considered one of the best examples of the Alexandria Georgian style. The historic property, owned by the City of Alexandria and used as offices for the Office of Historic Alexandria, is available for private wedding ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners and meetings on its first floor and Garden. The North Parlor Room seats 50 for dinner (90 for mixers) and the combined Garden & first floor host up to 100–125 guests. Pricing is $2,300 for a 6-hour reception or $2,600 for a 9-hour ceremony+reception (+$300/hour); add-ons include china/glassware/flatware at $5 per setting, tablecloths at $20, and a $50 fee for events serving alcohol. Tables and chairs are included; outside vendors are permitted with prior coordination.

Jula's on the Potomac is a waterfront restaurant wedding venue in Alexandria, Virginia, offering sweeping views of the Potomac River and flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces. Couples can host ceremonies and receptions in the main dining room, private rooms, terrace, and waterfront balcony for events up to 300 guests. Inhouse catering, bar, and attentive event staff provide a fullservice experience, from menu design to timeline and music coordination. Its location near Reagan National Airport, Old Town Alexandria, and local hotels makes it convenient for outoftown guests.

Lorien Hotel & Spa is a boutique hotel wedding venue in Old Town Alexandria, offering modern, lightfilled event spaces, rooftop ceremony sites, and private terraces. Fullservice catering is provided exclusively by BRABO Restaurant with seasonal FrenchAmerican menus. The hotel includes guest accommodations, getready rooms, and onsite coordination to streamline wedding planning. Its intimate yet flexible rooms suit both small gatherings and larger celebrations in a chic, urban setting.

The George Washington Masonic National Memorial in Alexandria, Virginia is a historic landmark venue that has hosted weddings since its founding (1923). The marble-and-granite building offers multiple ceremony and reception spaces including the North Lodge Room, the theatre, the Grand Masonic Hall ballroom, and the front steps and observation deck overlooking Old Town Alexandria and the Potomac. Up to 250+ guests can be accommodated, and weddings can be held inside or outside on the steps or grounds. Couples bring in all their own vendors at no additional cost; amenities include free parking for 200 cars, on-site kitchen, tables, chairs, dressing room, ceremony and reception areas, and wireless internet.

Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria is a 107-room boutique hotel that opened in July 2024 on King Street in historic Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, two blocks from the King St-Old Town Metrorail. The property offers 8,180 sq ft of indoor event space and 5,705 sq ft of outdoor event space, with the largest space (Liberty Ballroom, 1,250 sq ft) seating up to 130 for receptions, and a Freedom Terrace with soft seating and a fireplace. On-site amenities include the AKB hotel bar, HomeGrown daytime eatery, JoyLife SPA, a Peloton-equipped fitness studio, and a charming brick courtyard. The venue hosts welcome parties, rehearsal dinners, intimate receptions, farewell brunches, elopements, and proposals, with an experienced on-site event manager, customizable menus, full bar, and an exclusive production partner. Dogs under 50 lbs are welcome ($150 fee).

Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria is a modern hotel wedding venue in Old Town Alexandria offering a grand ballroom, courtyard, and terrace patio. Renovated in 2020, it features flexible event spaces for up to 250 guests plus onsite suites for overnight stays. Inhouse catering, bar, and planning support help couples design customized wedding packages. Located a short walk from King Street and the Potomac River, it’s convenient for outoftown guests with a complimentary airport shuttle.

BARCA Pier & Wine Bar is Old Town Alexandria's premiere riverfront neighborhood restaurant, featuring a festive, shipyard chic and Catalonian coastal vibe. Located in Robinson Landing, it offers SpanishMediterranean small plates, wine, sangria, and cocktails in both indoor and outdoor locales. The outdoor Pier is built on a commercial shipping pier, providing stunning river views against the backdrop of the Nation's Capital. The Pier is anchored by an industrial freight container bar.

Mount Vernon Country Club is a private 18-hole championship golf and event club on 127.8 acres in Alexandria, Virginia, on land once part of George Washington's original Mount Vernon estate. Opened in 1961 and most recently redesigned by Bill Love (2016), the club hosts weddings, bridal showers and rehearsal dinners with full-service in-house catering and banquet operations for groups from a dozen up to 200+ guests. Wedding packages include up to five hours of space, tables, chairs, linens, china and silverware, a dance floor, a wedding suite, venue coordination, complimentary rehearsals and walkthroughs, food tastings and liability insurance. Sam's Place, an upper-level event space lined with windows overlooking the signature 16th hole and putting green, hosts a full bar and can be used for receptions. Catering is led by Michaela Niles, Director of Catering Sales and Events, with a preferred-professionals list and CakeFest Sugar Art paired as the wedding-cake baker.

IL Porto Italian Ristorante is a long-established traditional Italian restaurant on King Street in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, in business since 1973 with old-world plaster, beam and stone decor. For over 50 years it has offered one of the only private party rooms in Old Town, accommodating over 100 guests with a dedicated bar and service staff, and is used for rehearsal dinners, corporate events, holiday parties and birthdays. Managers craft custom Italian menus, with full service lunch, brunch and dinner daily, outdoor seating, paid parking nearby, and a moderate price level ($30-$90 per person).

Burgundy Community Center is a Fairfax County-maintained community-rental facility in Alexandria, Virginia, backing up to a county park next to Cameron Elementary School. It is a functional, no-frills space rented for meetings, family reunions, birthday parties, quinceañeras, and occasional small weddings, with a maximum approved occupant load of 162. Rentals run $75 for six hours for District 1A Lee residents (plus $25/hr) or $500 for six hours for non-residents (plus $100/hr), with a $200 security deposit; bookings can only be made up to six months in advance. The center includes 24 6ft folding tables, 7 8ft folding tables, plus round and 5ft tables, 152 plastic and 44 fabric chairs, an assembled stage, two BBQ grills, and a full kitchen with commercial stove, refrigerator, ice machine, microwave, dishwasher, and ample counter space. The outdoor deck is currently not usable. Alcohol, confetti, and glitter are all prohibited; moon bounces are allowed; sound must comply with the Fairfax County Noise Ordinance.