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Melbourne Wedding Photographer
If you are planning your upcoming wedding in Melbourne, congratulations! Your wedding day is no doubt one of the most important days in your life and there is no better place to get married than in Melbourne. Being one of the best cities in Australia (sorry Sydney :P), Melbourne boasts an array of unique wedding venues, picturesque wedding photo locations and a bunch of talented wedding vendors, all coming together to make your wedding dream into reality.
Why we love Melbourne Weddings
Being a Melbourne wedding photographer is an incredible privilege: not only It allows me to be a part of one of the most significant days in a couple’s life but also gives me the opportunity to capture their cherished moments at some of the most enchanting Melbourne wedding venues and photo locations. Melbourne weddings continually impress with both established and emerging venues, ensuring unique and unforgettable wedding experiences. Whether you envision a contemporary rooftop celebration or a rustic, idyllic vineyard wedding in a charming barn, Melbourne offers the perfect venue to match your vision.
Additionally, if you’re planning a wedding in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, you’ll appreciate the convenience it offers. With an abundance of churches, wedding venues, and picturesque photo locations clustered within the CBD, you can say goodbye to the stress of extensive travel on your special day. Your only task will be selecting the venues that resonate best with your unique style and personalities, making your wedding experience in Melbourne truly exceptional.
Why we love Melbourne wedding photography?
When it comes to Melbourne, it’s no secret that this city boasts a multitude of incredible places to explore and experience. This abundance of unique locations also means that there are countless amazing spots to choose for your Melbourne wedding photography.
Melbourne offers a diverse array of settings, ensuring that there’s a perfect backdrop to suit every couple’s vision. Whether you’re drawn to natural greenery and gardens, sandy beach with ocean views, or even enchanting forests on the mountain, there is always one wedding photo location that is perfect for you.
Being a Melbourne wedding photographer for almost 5 years, I’ve had the privilege of exploring every nook and cranny of this vibrant city, and here are the top 10 wedding photo locations that are worth considering for your wedding photography.
Melbourne Wedding Photo Locations
You’ve made your first kiss, signed the paper, now it’s time for you to do the wedding location photos. For most couples this is one of the most important parts for their Melbourne wedding photography and it’s the photo locations that make your wedding day even more special.
Top 10 Melbourne wedding photo locations that we love
1.Parliament House
Set in the heart of the Melbourne CBD, the Parliament House is one of the most popular Melbourne wedding photo locations. Featuring Neoclassical architecture, you will find grand stairs, stone pillars and marble flooring there, the Parliament House is perfect for couples who appreciate a classic and timeless backdrop for their Melbourne wedding photography. Parliament House is located closely to many Melbourne churches and wedding venues such as the St Patrick Cathedral as well as the Park Hyatt. Lastly, offering a large shelter, Parliament House is also one of the wet weather friendly wedding photo locations.
Parliament House Info
- Address: Spring St, East Melbourne VIC 3002
- Hours for wedding location photos: 24/7
- Wet weather friendly: Yes
- Photography permit: no
- Melbourne wedding photographer tips: make sure you plan enough time as it is an extremely popular wedding photo location during the weekend
2.Fitzroy Gardens
Located on Lansdowne Street, 5 minutes away from Parliament House, Fitzroy Gardens is a wonderful Melbourne wedding photo location that offers natural greenery. And because of that, most couples would just choose Parliament House and Fitzroy Gardens together so they can get both classic and natural greenery backdrops for their Melbourne wedding photography. Inside Fitzroy Gardens, you will find tree-line path, the gorgeous conservatory, Cook’s Cottage as well as the temple of winds which offer endless opportunities for stunning wedding photography.
Fitzroy Gardens Info
- Address: Wellington Parade, East Melbourne VIC 3002
- Hours for wedding location photos: 24/7
- Wet weather friendly: Yes
- Photography permit: only photography inside the conservatory requires permit
- Melbourne wedding photographer tips: Fitzroy Gardens is huge, if you plan to meet your wedding photographer there, make sure you meet at a point that you discussed. I always meet my couples at across the street of the Melbourne Eye Hospital where the tree line is, that spot also allows the limo driver to swiftly park and drop off the bridal party
3. Carlton Gardens and Royal Exhibition Building
Located 5 minutes away from the Melbourne CBD, the Carlton Gardens and Royal Exhibition Building is an all-in-one heritage Melbourne wedding photo location that features 26 hectares of greenery as well as historic architecture. From a Melbourne wedding photographer’s perspective, the lush lawn, tree lines, charming fountain that surrounded by plants offer a perfect backdrop for natural and candid wedding photography, while the renaissance inspired building on the other side offers a more classic and timeless backdrop. Carlton Gardens is also in close proximity to many major Melbourne wedding venues such as the St Andrews Conservatory, San Remo Ballroom as well as the Regal Ballroom.
Carlton Gardens and Royal Exhibition Building Info
- Address: 9 Nicholson St, Carlton VIC 3053
- Hours for wedding location photos: 24/7
- Wet weather friendly: No although you can take a few photos under the shelter of Royal Exhibition Building
- Photography permit: No
- Melbourne wedding photographer tips: As Carlton Gardens is huge, meet up with your Melbourne wedding photographer at the fountain in the center of the gardens will prevent you get lost. Try do your Melbourne wedding photography there in late afternoon to avoid harsh sunlight
4. Melbourne University
Founded in 1853, the University of Melbourne is one of Australia’s oldest universities and it offer one of the most impressive architecture backdrop for Melbourne wedding photography. Designed in Tudor Gothic style, the Old Quad and the Old Art Building are the most popular wedding photo locations inside Melbourne University. The stunning architecture can give classic and timeless wedding photography aesthetic.
Melbourne University Info:
- Address: Parkville VIC 3052
- Hours for wedding location photos: 24/7
- Wet weather friendly: Yes as both Old Quad and underground parking provide shelters for wedding photography
- Photography permit: Yes, a fee of $473 for external clients and $264 (including GST) for alumni of the University is applicable
- Melbourne wedding photographer tips: consider do your wedding photography at Melbourne University over the weekend instead of the weekdays, where you may find lots of students run into the background
5. Royal Botanic Gardens
Set on 50 hectares of stunning lands and water, the Royal Botanic Gardens is no doubt one of the best garden styled Melbourne wedding photo locations. What makes this location even better is the fact that you can hold your wedding ceremony and receptions within, a true all-in-one place to celebrate weddings for those who doesn’t like travelling around. Inside the Royal Botanic Gardens, you will find a multitude of natural backdrops such as the ornamental lake, lush green lawns, gazebos, conservatory and much more.
Royal Botanic Gardens Info:
- Address: Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne VIC 3004
- Hours for wedding location photos: 7:30am-5:30pm
- Wet weather friendly: No
- Photography permit: Yes, wedding photography permit costs around $200
- Melbourne wedding photographer tips: Royal Botanic Gardens has several entrances, however entrances on Alexandra Ave and Anderson Street are closest to most of the wedding photo locations inside RBG
6. Victoria Barracks
Located on St Kilda Rd in Southbank, the Victoria Barracks represents as a spectacular 19th century building for classic and timeless Melbourne wedding photography. Although being a government building meaning couples can only take photos outside with a permit applied, Victoria Barracks does offer plenty of wedding photography opportunities such as the staircase and red door, green-covered stone walls as well as manicured lawns, making it the top preference for city weddings which taken place at Luminare, Metropolis Events and Crown. Worth to mention, the best season to take Melbourne wedding photography at Victoria Barracks is Autumn when all the green ivy turn into a stunning red color.
Victoria Barracks Info:
- Address: 250-300 St Kilda Rd, Southbank VIC 3006
- Hours for wedding location photos: 24/7
- Wet weather friendly: No
- Photography permit: Yes, wedding photography permit needed
- Melbourne wedding photographer tips: if your wedding is in Autumn, then definitely consider getting your Melbourne wedding photography done here as the ivy will turn into a vibrant red color, providing a stunning backdrop
7. Hosier Lane
Located in the Melbourne CBD, Hosier Lane is known for its vibrant graffiti, making it a interesting place for non-tradish couples to take their wedding photography. Its ever-changing artwork provides fresh and dynamic backdrops for photo shoots, allowing you to return to the location again and again for unique perspectives. Keep in mind that Hosier Lane’s allure lies in its perpetual transformation—the artwork here is never static, so it’s worth returning frequently to capture its evolving beauty.
Hosier Lane Info:
- Address: Hosier Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000
- Hours for wedding location photos: 24/7
- Wet weather friendly: No
- Photography permit: No
- Melbourne wedding photographer tips: parking can be a little bit tricky there, the nearest and easiest spot to park the car will be on Russell Streets near Chanel Melbourne
8. Chanel Melbourne Boutique
The Chanel Boutique on Flinders Lane has become most of the most sought-after Melbourne wedding photo locations for brides seeking a modern and elegant ambiance for their wedding photography. Its prime location near major wedding venues like the Grand Hyatt and Luminare makes it a convenient choice.
With its contemporary architectural render wall and graceful glass windows, the Chanel Boutique Melbourne provides a stylish and minimalist backdrop that perfectly complements the modern aesthetic desired by many couples for their Melbourne wedding photography.
Chanel Melbourne Info:
- Address: 140 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
- Hours for wedding location photos: 24/7
- Wet weather friendly: No
- Photography permit: No
- Melbourne wedding photographer tips: this is an extremely popular melborune wedding photo location especially during the weekends, so make sure you leave enough time (at least 30mins) for this spot as multiple wedding parties will be there to queue up to take photos
9. Degraves Street
Located just across Flinders Lane, the bustling Degraves Street stands as one of Melbourne’s original ‘laneways.’ Originally designed as a pedestrian walkway, it has retained its iconic status and remains a vibrant hub for socializing, dining, shopping, and people-watching.
Degraves Street is not only a beloved spot for its lively atmosphere but also a perfect choice for coffee-loving couples seeking a unique Melbourne wedding photo location. Here, they can capture their special moments against the backdrop of vibrant cafes. What sets it apart is the opportunity for couples to sit down, savor a cup of coffee, and capture candid wedding photography that beautifully blend the essence of their love with the city’s vibrant cafe culture.”
Degraves Street Info:
- Address: Degraves Street
- Hours for wedding location photos: 24/7
- Wet weather friendly: No
- Photography permit: No
- Melbourne wedding photographer tips: Given its intimate size and narrow layout, Degraves Street is ideally suited for couples with a small bridal party or even just the couple themselves when considering it as a location for wedding photography.
10. Albert Park and Lake
Set on almost 700 acres of lush land and water, the Albert Park and Lake stand as one of Melbourne’s premiere locations for capturing natural and candid wedding photography. Inside you will find palm trees, golf lawn, a platform over the water to take photos and much more. This idyllic setting becomes even more enticing due to its close proximity to renowned wedding venues within the park, including The Park, The Carousel, and Greenfields. It’s no wonder that Albert Park Lake often becomes the first choice for wedding photography following the ceremony.
Albert Park and Lake Info:
- Address: 36 Lakeside Dr, Melbourne VIC 3206
- Hours for wedding location photos: 24/7
- Wet weather friendly: No
- Photography permit: No
- Melbourne wedding photographer tips: as most of the spots within the Albert Park and Lake is out of the shade, it is best to avoid taking photos during noon time when the lighting is too harsh for photos
How to plan your time for the wedding location photo shoot
Planning is essential in order for the couple to have a relaxed wedding location photo shoot. However it is often hard for bride and groom to decide and plan their wedding photo location without the guidance of the Melbourne wedding photographer.
Before the wedding day, I always work closely with the couple to create a detailed timeline of how the day will run. But if you are a hands-on bride or groom, here I am going to show you how to work out the time for the wedding location photo shoot in 3 steps!
- Have your ceremony finish time and reception start time ready
As most wedding location photoshoots happens between the ceremony and reception, to determine how long you will have for the bridal party shoot, simply use the math to calculate the duration you have in between. However bear in mind that you leave both extra 30mintues after the wedding ceremony for group shots and family photos and 30 minutes before the reception for quick rest and refreshment.
For example: if your church service concludes at 3:30PM and reception starts at 6:30PM, taking in account of 1hour of family photos and pre-dinner refreshments, you will have 2 hours for wedding photo locations.
- Choose your Melbourne wedding photo locations
After you have the duration time for wedding location photos, now you can scroll backup and decide which location flatters you the most. In most cases, I’d recommend choose the wedding photo locations that are close to your wedding venue or at least on your way to reception from wedding ceremony: even as a Melbourne wedding photographer I’d love to take photos, I suggest couples to not spend not long time on travelling and spend more time with their guests.
General rule of thumbs is to choose wedding photo locations in the same area that is either close to your ceremony venue or reception venue, so that the total travelling time is within 30 minutes.
- Allocate time for wedding location photos and choose a potential second/third photo locations
Depending on the size of the wedding photo location, you will have more or less photo opportunities but generally as a Melbourne wedding photographer, I tend to spend no longer than 30mintues at one location. This can make sure I can get plenty of unique wedding photography plus it gives other bride and groom opportunity to take photos too.
For most of the Melbourne CBD weddings couples tend to do 2 wedding photo locations so they can get a different mixture of backdrops, for example the Parliament House and the Fitzroy Gardens, the fact they are located 5 minutes away from each other is a huge plus too.
Why choose TNG to photograph your wedding
Natural, candid and spontaneous, these are some of the words that my couples describe our wedding photography style. Being a camera shy person myself too, I know exactly how people would feel and that’s why I focus on bring out the natural interactions between the couple instead of giving them awkward poses. When it comes to wedding photography, I believe the wedding photographer should not interfere with how the day will go but rather than documenting it in a honest and authentic way, which will then reflect your true personalities and emotions and the photos will be cherished in the years to come.
Being a Melbourne wedding photographer, reliability and punctuality have also becoming one of my most valuable traits: a wedding photographer is just like one of your bridal party members and it is one of the persons that is going to spend the whole day (most of the time) with the couples documenting their day. it is important that the wedding photographer is reliable and the couple trust him/she just like a close friend.
Lastly, we also believe getting beautiful wedding photography taken does not need to be costly! We offer a super affordable wedding photography package that comes with no hidden cost at all so every couple get to cherish the beautiful memories in years to come.