For couples who prefer to have their Hawaii wedding or vow renewal off the beach, here are our top 3, public garden venues that all offer reserved space for your ceremony.
Foster Botanical Gardens in Honolulu
This is a hidden gem of a location for couples who want a beautiful Hawaii garden wedding or vow renewal experience. Conveniently located next to downtown Honolulu you would never know it once you enter these magical gardens. At just $5.00 admission per person this is truly an amazing value as couples can select from several different locations within the gardens. Although the gardens are public there are generally very little crowds there and the atmosphere is always calm and peaceful. Parking is also free and plentiful.
Ceremonies for up to 40 are allowed. Available Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. At least 30 days advance booking required. The admission fee, including the wedding party and all vendors, will be added to your contract with us along with the applicable permit fees.
Foster Botanical Gardens Park gallery
Ho’omaluahia Botanical Gardens
Nothing more dramatic or spectacular than a wedding ceremony in the midst of a rain forest.
Ceremonies for up to 40 are allowed. Available Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. At least 30 days advance booking required. The admission fee, including the wedding party and all vendors, will be added to your contract with us along with the applicable permit fees.
Ho’o’maluhia Botanical Gardens gallery
Heeia Hula Mound & Gardens
Now booking through 2026!
Embark on a journey of Aloha at Heeia State Park, where the enchanting Hula Mound will be the setting for your timeless union. Nestled within lush gardens and blessed with panoramic ocean and mountain views, this idyllic setting blends nature’s serenity with the cultural richness of Hawaii.
This venue is available for exclusive use for ceremonies with a rental fee of just $150 per hour, 2-hour minimum for up to 60 guests, Monday through Thursday until 4 pm. All-day rentals for Weddings and Receptions are $1900 Mon-Fri and start at $2,100 for weekends
Hula Mound at He’eia gallery
