Top venues for your wedding in the city
14/11/2025 09:00 | Inspiration
Organising your wedding ceremony in the cosiness of vibrant city life, is that something for you? You traverse historical squares, enjoy an open-air reception on a rooftop terrace overlooking the whole city and have your party in authentic venues. The top locations below are already perfect for your wedding in the city.
Photo (above) : Party hall: Albert - Photographer: Elke Van den Ende / Party hall: Salons Van Dijck - Photographer: Studio Loupe Photography / Party hall: Gaston - Photographer: Wild Weddings
Maison Grand-Place (Brussels)
Would you like to enjoy a breathtaking view of one of the most beautiful squares in the world, Brussels' Grand-Place, during your wedding party? From far and wide, tourists flock here, right on the spot where you will soon get married. At Maison Grand-Place, a historic mansion that is both prestigious and exceptional, you can offer a reception for up to 200 guests. Only for a limited number of events does this classic house open its doors to let you taste Choux de Bruxelles ‘s gastronomic cuisine in several rooms spread over two floors. Near Maison Grand-Place you will find parking garages and top hotels everywhere. Your party simply cannot fail!
Vaudeville Theatre (Brussels)
History comes alive at the magnificent 1884 Vaudeville Theatre, located in the Queen's Gallery in Brussels. Be blown away by the charm and glamour of this historic theatre, which can be arranged the way you want using the latest technology. Choux de Bruxelles & KTCHN will take care of the culinary side of things, so you can enjoy yourself with your family and friends. Cosy B&B rooms await your guests after an evening of ambiance and fun.
Albert (Brussels)
Albert is a hidden gem in the heart of Brussels. The wedding venue is known for having the largest roof terrace in the city - including breathtaking views. Albert is a unique venue for gourmet parties and events led by ‘slow food chef’ and culinary jack-of-all-trades Filip Fransen. The 1960s restaurant was given a stunning makeover while respecting the original style and atmosphere. The view over the city is magical and the roof terrace is the perfect place for your outdoor wedding in the centre of Brussels.
Faculty Club (Leuven)
At the Faculty Club in Leuven, you will soon be writing history. Enjoy the beautifully restored buildings in the historic surroundings of the Beguinage. Faculty Club has several party rooms with different capacities. For a seated dinner, you can receive up to 200 people here in the 13th-century Infirmary Hall. Moreover, the venue has a beautiful courtyard garden, where your wedding ceremony can take place.
Gaston (Ghent)
Gaston offers a dream setting for your unforgettable wedding in the city of Ghent. A festive wedding or an intimate dinner? You will always be served the finest dishes by Coeur Catering in a unique, industrial setting overlooking the enchanting Ghent skyline. Besides the rooftop terrace, Gaston has a charming yet large factory space, ideal for extraordinary dinners and an unforgettable wedding party and ceremony. In addition, the cosy living room is the place-to-be for pre-dinner bubbles, as well as for a more intimate dinner.
De Oude Vismijn (Ghent)
The Oude Vismijn is one of the most important historical sites in the heart of Ghent, located at the confluence of the rivers Lieve and Leie. Your arrival as bride and groom in one of the beautiful sloops moored at the pontoon of De Oude Vismijn will be unforgettable. Your guests will look on in amazement as they enter the monumental gateway on Sint-Veerleplein just in front of the Castle of the Counts. If you see it big, up to 1400 guests can enjoy your wedding in the city here. In the four renovated halls, your guests will be charmed by open roof trusses and terraces overlooking the Leie, the Graslei and Ghent city centre.
St Peter's Abbey (Ghent)
The centuries-old St Peter's Abbey is one of the most beautiful locations for your wedding in the city of Ghent. Those getting married at Gravensteen or Ghent City Hall can sail by boat to St Peter‘ s Abbey, entering the party venue through the magnificent abbey garden. The magical lighting transforms this architectural gem into a unique stage for a party to suit everyone's taste! Your civil marriage can also take place here, in these beautiful gardens.
Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp (Antwerp)
In the historic centre of Antwerp, you'll find Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp, an oasis of calm in a centuries-old monastery that was recently given a beautiful modern touch. There is no shortage of party rooms at this characterful location - you'll even find the largest and best-equipped party venue in the city of Antwerp here. It is bathed in a very special atmosphere that combines history with innovation and sustainability. Here you walk from your ceremony in the chapel to your fancy dinner. Under the supervision of Viki Geunes, the three-Michelin-starred chef of Zilte restaurant, Silverspoon ‘s team serves culinary masterpieces here. This historic venue offers 108 rooms where you and your guests can stay in comfort.
LaRiva (Antwerp)
Warmth and cosiness are core values that have been associated with LaRiva in Antwerp for centuries. Back in the day, Antwerp dockers could visit this wedding venue in winter for a hot bowl of soup or a cup of coffee. Almost two centuries later, the former soup kitchen on the Eilandje is still a place where these key words take centre stage. Anyone who opens LaRiva' s doors is taken in by a sea of space. The intimate lounge, the wide terrace and the two floors form the beautiful setting for your wedding in the city of Antwerp. Ideal for dinners, receptions and walking dinners for large groups, and with the right décor also completely suitable for a more intimate ceremony.
Horta (Antwerp)
Horta provides the perfect harmony at your wedding. With its 11-metre ceiling height and 800 m² surface area, the magnificent wedding venue gives an imposing character to your wedding in the city. You will receive up to 500 dining guests or up to 1,000 guests at your reception. On the roof terrace, you will also enjoy a magnificent view of Antwerp. The inspired kitchen team is ready to blow your culinary mind.
Hall AthenA (Antwerp)
Another extraordinary wedding venue in the heart of Antwerp is Zaal AthenA, a bold combination of classic and modern. A living art space, criss-crossed by works by Luc Tuymans and Lawrence Weiner, provides the setting here for your truly unique wedding celebration. Room AthenA can accommodate up to 499 guests. Following on from the hall is a professional kitchen, from which the caterer will pamper you and your guests with culinary delights. This breathtaking setting will undoubtedly give your most beautiful day a golden touch.
Felix Food Klub (Antwerp)
Felix Food Kl ub's fairy lights link the beautiful marina with the city centre, creating a setting unparalleled anywhere else. With the accompanying mood lighting, Felix Food Klub creates a charming and intimate atmosphere. It is a jewel in the crown of trendy Eilandje in bustling Antwerp. Thanks to the covered glass dome, any type of party can take place there, whatever the weather. The Lichtstraat lends itself perfectly to your aperitif, summer reception and walking dinner, among other things .
Salons Van Dijck (Mechelen)
The centuries-old patrician residence ‘Hotel Mockenborgh’, located in the historic heart of the city of Mechelen, today houses Salons Van Dijck - one of the most beautiful and hippest places to party in the city. In the renovated Salons Van Dijck, a beautiful light allows both the valuable historical elements and the contemporary architecture to stand out perfectly. The venue is ideally located between Antwerp and Brussels and is very easily accessible.
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