Destination wedding couples who want to enjoy a romantic getaway while still having access to all of the amenities a city has to offer can have it all in Oahu. Oahu is the most populated of all the Hawaiian Islands but outside of the bright lights and busy beaches of Honolulu, it’s a tropical paradise. No matter what your tastes are or what your budget is, you will be able to find the perfect destination wedding ceremony location in Oahu. Here are the 5 best destination wedding ceremony locations in Oahu.
- Kualoa Ranch
Kualoa Ranch offers destination wedding couples numerous ceremony location options for the big day. If you’d like a beach wedding, you can head to Kualoa Ranch’s Secret Island, which is ideal for small groups and intimate ceremonies. The Paliku Gardens at Kualoa Ranch are located at the base of the Kualoa Cliffs and offer scenic views of Mokoli’I Island and Kaneohe Bay. The Moli’I Gardens at Kualoa Ranch are a gorgeous ceremony site. There are lush, emerald mountains in the backdrop, tropical flowers blooming all around, and a 125-acre ancient Hawaiian fish pond. These gardens are an ideal ceremony site for groups of 250 or less.
- Makapu’u Beach Park
Makapu’u Beach Park is a stunning location for a tropical destination wedding getaway. This highly accessible beach is located only 40 minutes away from Waikiki and the scenic Rabbit Island is just off shore. With the Ko’olau Mountains in the background and the crystal clear waters of the Pacific before you, the Makapu’u Beach Park is a picturesque setting for a romantic destination wedding ceremony. Destination wedding couples have the choice of exchanging their vows on the sandy shores, in a secluded cove, on the sand dunes, or in a grove of coconut palms.
- Paradise Cove
Paradise Cove is the perfect setting for a culturally vibrant and exotic destination wedding and it is only a 45 minute drive from Waikiki. There are three beautiful locations available at Paradise Cove for destination weddings and they are Paradise Cove Beach, Paradise Gardens, and The Point at Paradise Cove. You can top off your wedding with a reception dinner at the renowned Paradise Cove Luau, where you can enjoy a traditional Polynesian show with your guests.
- The Haiku Gardens
The Haiku Gardens feature lush landscaping, a charming, open-air chapel, and a quaint garden gazebo ideal for a romantic destination wedding ceremony. At the Haiku Gardens you can get a completely customized wedding package with all vendors such as photographers, a caterer, and local musicians included in the deal. The open-air restaurant at the Haiku Gardens serves spectacular food and the serene pond and breathtaking Ko’olau Mountains in the backdrop provide a picture perfect destination wedding ceremony location.
- Anela Garden Chapel
The Anela Garden Chapel at Diamond Head is a beautiful chapel that is relatively new. The stained-glass chapel, waterfall, fountain and gazebo offer bountiful opportunities for gorgeous destination wedding photos. The Anela Garden spans 30,000 square feet and is full of lush tropical flowers and palm trees. The chapel can accommodate up to 100 guests and the guesthouse on grounds is ideal for small reception parties. For exotic tropical ambience without giving up your hopes for religious ceremony, Anela Garden Chapel offers a unique and appealing option.
In conclusion, Oahu is home to some of the world’s most beautiful destination wedding ceremony sites. Oahu is very easy to get to because it is the hub of the Hawaiian Islands. Waikiki offers the night life and amenities you’d find at any big city yet if you just drive a half hour out of Waikiki you can find some of the most romantic tropical getaways in the Pacific. For destination wedding couples who want to enjoy a wedding in paradise without straying too far from civilization, Oahu is an ideal choice.
