If youre looking for a truly spectacular wedding venue in Cairns, then you cant go past the state of the art Hilton Blue Horizon Chapel. A purpose-built exclusive wedding chapel, it is situated on the foreshore of the Cairns inlet in the grounds of the Hilton Hotel Cairns and seats 34 guests. It is an amazing building set in an amazing location with fabulous views.

For a something a little simpler, it is also possible to hold a wedding ceremony within the beautiful Cairns Botanic Gardens surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers. The Botanic Gardens Caf can provide refreshments and finger food for immediately after the ceremony prior to a more formal reception at one of Cairns award-winning restaurants.

Another very special venue for a wedding and reception in Cairns is Whitfield House which is close to the Botanic Gardens and accessed via a private driveway and large iron gates. Absolute privacy and tranquillity is guaranteed for your wedding in this unique Federation style mansion with magnificent tropical gardens. Whitfield House is a luxury retreat with a range of different areas where you can hold your ceremony and reception. These include a terrace with views across the gardens, a poolside gazebo or even in their library if you prefer an intimate celebration indoors.

Green Island The Great Barrier Reef is World Heritage Listed and one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Within the Reef lies Green Island, an ancient rainforested coral cay and home to over 120 native plants and colourful birds. Just off shore there are beautiful coral gardens that you can explore from the beach with a snorkel.

Only a short journey from Cairns, Green Island is a national park with one 5 Star eco-sensitive resort located there. It includes 46 luxurious suites nestled in the rainforest and a function room. A perfect location for a wedding on a tropical island paradise.

Upolu Cay If you like the idea of tying the knot on a remote and uninhabited coral cay then Upolu Cay would provide the perfect backdrop for a Robinson Crusoe style wedding. Upolu Cay is a tiny sandy cay surrounded by shallow glistening turquoise waters. A unforgettable wedding location with unique photograph opportunities to treasure.

Low Isles Sailaway Yacht Charters For those who love the idea of sailing on our tropical waters, private wedding charters are available on this new luxury vessel (Lagoon 500) which departs from Port Douglas and sails to the nearby Low Isles. A wonderfully relaxing and tranquil way to get married as you soak up the views of the Great Barrier Reef and mountains onshore.

Hot Air Ballooning For the ultimate wedding with a view, why not consider a beautifully peaceful wedding ceremony as you float above the tropical norths picturesque landscape at sunrise? Breathe in the wide open spaces, say I do in the air and then come back down to earth for a wedding breakfast at a beachside exclusive resort.