Best Beach for Florida Beach Weddings

Florida Beach Weddings
Category: General Weddings

What is the Best Beach for Florida Beach Weddings?

Basic information about choosing the best area

There is a lot to consider if you are thinking about getting married on one of the many beautiful beaches of Florida. With over 800 miles of beaches and coastline, you really need to narrow down the right destination for Florida Beach Weddings!  Hopefully, this information helps you choose the best area for your Florida beach wedding.

Which area is best for you?

Take into consideration what you value the most.  What is it that means the most to you in choosing the best area? Is it the actual beach? Sunsets? The city, town, or nightlife?  There is a lot to consider.  However, there are some constants throughout all areas of Florida that might help make the decision-making process easier.  We will take a look at some, if not most, of the most popular items, but we would never be able to cover them all, at least not in this blog.

How to get married on the beach in Florida?

Every beach and area is different.  And there are many nuances to using the beach for a beach wedding.  It is best to work with an experienced planner, like us, to ensure that everything is done right.  Some beaches will be busier than others.  Some municipalities will have regulations on when you can use the beach.  On some beaches, you can only use certain areas.  Here are some things you need to make sure of when planning on using a certain beach for Florida beach weddings:

  • Know the local beaches – some areas will be much better than others.  If you want a private, intimate setting, work with an experienced planner who knows the beach.
  • Know your guests. Does the beach have stairs?  Is it a long walk?  Know the beach!
  • Make sure you have your wedding license? Need help acquiring one? We can help you with that.  Just ask!
  • Many areas require a permit; work with a planner who knows how to get this for you.  Again, know the beach!

What is similar along most Florida beaches?

You are going to find great hotels and resorts everywhere throughout Florida’s coastline. So, that’s easy. The trick will be finding the right one that fits your style, budget, and location preferences. This is something we can help you with throughout the Space Coast, Treasure Coast, and South Florida.  Also, most areas will have good-to-great restaurants. But if you are a foodie, then some areas are better than others. There will be lots of sunshine to spend outside at the pool or the beach, everywhere.  And, whether you are on the Gulf or Atlantic Coasts, plenty of boating is available for everyone. But, if the groom out there likes to fish or golf, then the type of fish you can go after will vary depending on which coast or area you choose.  And the golfing options are great everywhere.  But, if there is a particular course you have always wanted to play, maybe look in that vicinity for a great beach for your wedding.

Mid to North Atlantic Coast vs South Florida

Florida has over 800 miles of coastline. Along the East Coast of the Atlantic Ocean, beaches vary from the north and central regions down through South Florida.  The beaches and coastline are generally more gradual the further north you go. The beaches along South Florida will be softer, with some white-sand areas, and will generally offer more options for resorts, especially high-end, four- or five-star resorts along the ocean. If you want a small-town feel and not the glitzy glamour of the big cities, there are plenty of options throughout the central Atlantic Coast as well. 

The larger cities with great beaches along the Atlantic Coast include Jacksonville Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami Beach.  But there are so many great beach towns in between.  However, if celebrating with your friends and family, before and after you say your I do’s, is high on your list of criteria, then Miami Beach is the spot for you. Though other major cities throughout Florida have great restaurants and bars, nothing compares to Miami’s international flair. It is world-renowned for its beaches, nightlife, restaurants, and especially its people.

With so many great options along the Atlantic Coast, it will be hard to choose.  If you need any help at all or have any questions, feel free to reach out to us. Our team of experienced and knowledgeable wedding planners will point you in the right direction.

Florida Panhandle Beaches

You are not going to find more private white sand beaches anywhere else in the contiguous United States than along Florida’s panhandle. With some breathtaking beaches from Pensacola through Panama City and east, some beautiful, quaint small towns are perfect for destination beach weddings.  If you are truly looking for a budget-friendly, low-key environment, this is the area for you. The white sandy beaches and sunsets are amazing. The combination of white sandy beaches with sunsets is… You guessed it – amazing!

Tampa – St. Petersburg Area

Very similar to South Florida, this area is much more developed and has wonderful resorts along the beach.  You can find budget-friendly oceanfront resorts all the way up to five-star resorts. But this area, similar to the panhandle beaches, does have some great white sandy beaches that are just perfect for your Florida destination beach wedding.

Southern Gulf Coast and Southwest Florida

Again, amazing white sandy beaches with amazing sunsets, what else could you want?  Some of the best white sand beaches in the world are in South West Florida. There are plenty of budget-friendly accommodations, along with high-end resorts. The calming waves of the Gulf Coast, with the white sands at sunset, make this area very desirable for Florida beach weddings.

Need a little help?  Have a question about which area is best for you?

Florida has the perfect beach for everyone. So, if you ever wanted to get married on the beaches of the beautiful Sunshine State but didn’t know where to begin, just let us know. Here is our network of amazing beach wedding companies that can help you plan your Florida destination beach wedding anywhere in our beloved state.

So, what are you waiting for? Reach out to our team and let’s start planning your Florida destination beach wedding today!