Planning a Monterey wedding is about more than a venue — it’s about weaving the natural beauty and local character of the coast into your celebration. The Monterey Wedding Guide brings together historic estates, lush gardens, elegant ballrooms, and oceanfront terraces from across Carmel, Pebble Beach, Pacific Grove, Big Sur, and Monterey itself. You’ll also find trusted local vendors, galleries of real weddings, and inspiration on how to feature Monterey’s own touches — from vineyards and wineries to seasonal produce and coastal cuisine.
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WEDDING VENUES ​​​​​​​

WEDDING VENDOR DIRECTORY​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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WEDDING PLANNING TIPS AND RESOURCES​​​​​​​​​​​​​​


Inside the Monterey Wedding Guide
Inside the Monterey Wedding Guide, we move from inspiration into practical planning. Compare venues with insider advice on seasonality, coastal weather patterns, and the golden-hour light that makes Monterey weddings unforgettable. Explore sample timelines, backup strategies for foggy or rainy days, and answers to common questions about permits, guest logistics, and local restrictions.
Real wedding galleries highlight how vineyards, gardens, historic inns, and oceanfront ballrooms come alive through photography, showing what’s possible in every setting. Throughout the guide, Monterey Photography blends artistry, natural light, and storytelling — ensuring your images feel timeless, cinematic, and uniquely yours.