The Best Historic Estate & Mansion Wedding Venues in Gardena, CA

The Best Historic Estate & Mansion Wedding Venues in Gardena, CA

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6 Wedding Venues in Gardena, CA

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The Sanctuary by Wedgewood Weddings 

5.0

Long Beach, CA
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $7,915
  • Offer

An intimate, historic cathedral in the heart of Long Beach, the ideal spot for a gorgeous vintage wedding. This historic wedding and event venue will delight your guests with its rustic and elegant atmosphere. Enjoy an outdoor wedding ceremony in the alfresco courtyard, surrounded by the beautiful cathedral, wrought iron features, and stained glass windows. Similarly, indoor ceremonies delight in the historic cathedral with vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, and a spacious floor plan. Pair your ceremony space with the Grand Hall for an elegant reception with similar vintage features found throughout the rest of the cathedral. Complete your entire wedding with any one of our customizable packages. Make The Sanctuary by Wedgewood Weddings your preferred choice to celebrate your first moments as newlyweds.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • Designed for grand celebrations
  • Offers full-service amenities

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • Does not allow pets
Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I love our wedding venue, The Sanctuary. We were lost when we first started wedding planning because we had no direction. After attending an open house at The Sanctuary, we met Mason who helped us build a package for our big day. We picked out every detail and made our vision come to life. They also connected us to their vendors who were a pleasure to work with. Lastly, the venue itself is beautiful. The cathedral and courtyard were perfect for our photos. The dining hall was just as beautiful and charming. Our guests kept complimenting how elegant everything was. I highly recommend booking this venue.
Erica C., 7 months ago
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The Palazzo By Khoshbin 

5.0

  • Up to 225 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Offer

Experience unparalleled luxury at The Palazzo by Khoshbin, Costa Mesa's premier destination for exclusive events. Specializing in weddings, corporate events, private parties, and grand celebrations, our venue offers a diverse range of beautifully designed spaces suitable for any occasion. From opulent ballrooms to elegant gardens, The Palazzo is perfect for hosting memorable gatherings. Additionally, our venue is ideal for theater productions, photoshoots, and movie productions, offering versatile settings that cater to creative and professional needs alike.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Provides catering services
  • Designed for grand celebrations

Venue considerations

  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • On-site parking not available
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
Awarded Best of Zola
On September 17, 2023, we were fortunate with the opportunity to take our first look wedding pictures at The Palazzo by Khoshbin. From the elegant entrance, stunning architectural details, and grand staircase, we truly enjoyed our experience and resulting photos at this location. This is truly a gem in Orange County creating such a serene setting for us to celebrate our love. You can’t help but marvel at the majestic scenery inside and out. We highly recommend The Palazzo by Khoshbin with our sincerest gratitude. -Arash & Sara
Arash Y. & S., 3 months ago
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440 Elm 
Long Beach, CA
  • Up to 400 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $20,000
  • Open house

Classic. Elegant. Historic. Breathtaking. 440 Elm is an elegant historic ballroom for a luxurious wedding. Built in 1913 by Elmer Grey, we host wedding receptions ranging between about 125 and 400 guests with matching outdoor space for ceremonies. Our exclusive in-house catering provides a wide range of menus with different themes and service formats, including California, Asian, Indian, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern influenced items in formats ranging from passed to buffet to family-style to plated to live chef stations. Our downtown Long Beach location provides access to lots of hotels, restaurants, Catalina, the Queen Mary, for a great weekend for your guests. And all roads lead to Long Beach so it's a perfect spot for those with guests coming from San Diego to Los Angeles. While we primarily host larger weddings, we do host micro weddings with lower minimums 5-9 months out. Please ask for details.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Multiple event spaces
  • Bridal suite on site

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • No on-site guest accommodations
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La Venta Inn 

5.0

Palos Verdes Estates, CA
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

Made by Meg is proud to continue the legacy of the historic La Venta Inn nestled in the hills of Palos Verdes Estates. La Venta Inn has enjoyed a full, rich history on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Nationally recognized as a California Point of Historical Interest, the Inn dates back to the early 1920’s, when a group of international businessmen set out to develop the ‘ideal residential community.’ The landmark ocean view estate is a beautifully restored 1920’s Spanish villa and used to entertain guests from the world over through exceptional weddings and events. We are thrilled to bring the delicious Made by Meg cuisine and our incredible hospitality to this one of a kind property.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Classic, vintage atmosphere
  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No on-premises lodging options
Awarded Best of Zola
We got married at La Venta Inn in September 2024 and it was truly everything we could have asked for. The centerpiece here, and a large part of why we chose this venue, is the spectacular view overlooking the ocean which made for such beautiful pictures. Besides the natural beauty of the area, the building itself is a historic villa which felt cozy and intimate and yet comfortably accommodated our guest count of 100. Savannah was our contact person and was very responsive to emails, including some last minute seating changes we had in the weeks leading up to the wedding La Venta works exclusively with Made by Meg for catering - Kat was our contact person and was fantastic to work with. Note that they do not allow outside food vendors, but they were able to accommodate some of our special requests such as requests to source a specific brand of ice cream so that we could make our wedding unique to us. We got so many compliments from our guests on how delicious the food was. The other exclusive vendor that they are contracted with is Vox DJs. This is the only vendor that we had a less than stellar experience with. They performed their duties fine on the day of the wedding, with the exception of forgetting to set up the dance lights we had paid for, but the communication and planning leading up the wedding did not go as smoothly as I hoped, and I wish that we had the flexibility to go with a DJ company of our own choosing. However I understand the restrictions given that La Venta is a historic site. Overall, our wedding at La Venta was memorable, beautiful, and we would recommend them to anyone looking for a gorgeous venue with spectacular ceremony views. With a venue like this, you really only need a good florist (we used Flowernoon Shop) and a talented photographer (June Choi Photography) to bring out the natural beauty of the venue - you really don't need a lot of other rentals, draping, etc. We are so happy we had our wedding here!
Sarah K., 4 months ago
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Natural History Museum of Los Angeles 
Los Angeles, CA
  • Up to 1000 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

The Natural History Museum (NHM) occupies a special place in Los Angeles: It's one of L.A.’s oldest cultural institutions, and today, it's the anchor of an emerging cultural, educational, and entertainment hub in Exposition Park. We show off extraordinary specimens in exhibitions such as Age of Mammals, the Dinosaur Hall, the Gem and Mineral Hall, and our beloved dioramas. But in addition to sharing the history of the planet, we also explore the transformation around us right now: Becoming Los Angeles, the outdoor Nature Gardens, and the Nature Lab look at the relationship between environment and people, past and present, in L.A. In all of these experiences at the museum, whether they're inside or outside, we’re interested in the intersection of nature and culture—in L.A. and beyond.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides event staff
  • Handles all cleanup logistics
  • Classic, vintage atmosphere

Venue considerations

  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • Does not allow pets
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists

About wedding venues in Gardena, CA

How much do wedding venues typically cost in Gardena, CA?

The cost of a wedding venue varies widely by location, number of guests, and many other details of the wedding package. Gardena, CA offers a range of options that can fit most budgets. Raw venue space rentals (which only include the space itself) start at $399 and average $5,500. All-inclusive packages start at $110 and average $6,000.

What types of venues can I find in Gardena, CA?

Gardena offers a wide range of venues, including Ballroom, Urban and Hotel and resort.

What are some of the best wedding and reception venues available in Gardena, CA?

Some of the most popular venues in this area include Rio Hondo by Wedgewood Weddings, Whispering Oaks Chapel and The 1909. But just like finding "the one," finding the perfect wedding venue takes time and a little bit of magic. Start by envisioning your dream wedding - the ambiance, style, and location. Then, explore our extensive collection of carefully curated wedding venues. Our marketplace provides detailed information, stunning photos, and real couples' reviews to help you make an informed decision. Trust your instincts, and when you find that venue that gives you butterflies, you'll know it's the one.

What questions should I ask when booking a venue in Gardena, CA?

It all depends on what you're looking for, but you may want to consider things like whether the venue has an on-site bridal suite (47% in Gardena do) or whether the venue provides an event coordinator (31% in Gardena do!).

Additionally, some venues work with certain caterers and require a minimum food and beverage spend in addition to the space rentals. Others might have a recommended list of preferred caterers that they'd like you to work with.

Can the venues in Gardena, CA accommodate both small and large weddings?

Of course! Small wedding venues in Gardena, CA can host intimate parties while large venues can accommodate up to 1500. The average venue in Gardena can seat 125 guests.

What amenities do the reception venues in Gardena, CA offer?

The venues in Gardena, CA are known for the exceptional suite of services and amenities offered to couples and their wedding parties. The most common services provided are Wi-Fi, Clean up and Bar services. Some venues even offer Transportation!

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