Here is the first of many posts about some of the best places to tie the knot, all over the world.
Welcome to the Heart of Dixie, where the warm weather and southern hospitality provide a simply irresistible backdrop for the perfect wedding. The birthplace of the world’s first electric trolley system and two American Idol winners, Reuben Studdard and Taylor Hicks, Alabama offers many wonderful places to tie the knot. Here are just a few.
Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort and Spa
4000 Grand Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama 35226
(205) 916-7677 | (800) 593-6419
For more info, contact: [email protected]
This stunning Birmingham venue offers 20,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space. Every direction you turn you’ll see beautiful landscapes, flowing fountains, and Renaissance-style architecture. With banquet seating for 25 to 600, the Renaissance is perfect for a celebration of any kind. Catering from the fully equipped kitchen is provided, as well as dressing areas for the bride and groom, alcohol, and cleanup services.
The Tutwiler – A Wyndham Historic Hotel
http://www.thetutwilerhotel.com/
2021 Park Place North, Birmingham, AL 35203
205.322.2100
Built in the 1920s and luxuriously restored in 2000, the Tutwiler, with its magnificent circular drive and towering columns, was made just for sophisticated guests and exciting occasions. It has produced many memorable events, ever since the press conference of Charles Lindbergh and the post-wedding gala of Tallulah Bankhead were held there.
Located in the heard of Birmingham’s business and financial district, a Tutwiler guest is never far from upscale shopping and exciting entertainment. The Tutwiler holds the Mobil Four Star and AAA Four Diamond awards, and has paid perfect attention to detail for the honeymooning couple.
Historic Rucker Place
http://www.ruckerplace.com/
1804 12th Avenue South
Birmingham, Alabama 35205
(205) 558-2485
For more info, contact:
[email protected]
Originally built as a wedding gift for his daughter, Civil War General Edmund Winchester Rucker built what is now Rucker Place. The family lived in the beautiful home for 50 years, after which it became a Doctor’s office, and then restored to be the beautiful venue it is today. Offering a private preparation room for the bride and her attendants, Rucker Place also offers wrap around porches with garden seating that provide exquisite views of the city. Rucker Place is located only five blocks away from the Five Point South entertainment and dining district.
Also check out:
Bragg-Mitchell Mansion
The Sweet House
Summit Club
Twin Oaks Manor
B&A Warehouse
Wills Creek Vineyard
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