Top 10 Affordable Wedding Venues in Atlanta

Top 10 Affordable Wedding Venues in Atlanta

It is a truth universally acknowledged that planning a wedding is expensive. The most expensive part for most people is the venue. There are several places in Atlanta that won't put a couple in debt before their lives together have even begun.

1. A church is the first place most couples think of to get married. It may even be the cheapest. If either the bride and groom are members at a church, the venue could be free.

2. The other least expensive place to get married could be a friend or family members property. There are several ways to make it look as beautiful as any other venue. The couple could also take an affordable limo service from the venue for even more class.

3. Warren City Club is better for receptions, but a small wedding could be performed on the terrace, which overlooks the Atlanta skyline. The rental fee ranges up to $500 and does not include meals which can run you $20 a person. This is ideal for a small wedding.

4. Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway has space for even a large wedding. To reserve space it cost $1,000 deposit and the rental fee starts at $750. The couple could stay at the hotel for their honeymoon or take an Atlanta airport limo service to the nearby airport for a destination honeymoon.

5. The Georgian Club has a lovely waterfall fountain that couples can get married in front of. It also offers a great reception area. The cost is $1,000 plus the cost of food per person.

6. The Carter Center is great for outdoor weddings with a beautiful Japanese garden. It is a bit more pricey at $2,000 and up.

7. The Defoor Centre is an 1860s building that has been renovated and is an art gallery and events center. The rental fee is $1,000 and up.

8. The Wimbish House is a victorian era house that can only hold 150 guests. The fee is $300 an hour Sunday through Friday and more on Saturdays. There is a $500 refundable damage deposit as well.

9. The Trolley Barn is a unique venue for those planning a vintage wedding. It only accepts 180 guests and costs $1,800 and up depending on time of year and day.

10. Fernbank Museum of Natural History also allows weddings on the premise. It can cost up to $5,000, but guests can also tour the museum after.