South Carolina Aquarium

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Limited services venue

The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $4,500 for off-peak dates, and $5,000 for peak dates

Packages

Prices start at $900

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests

About this venue

Imagine walking down the aisle with the stunning Charleston Harbor as your backdrop. Step inside to an aquatic world that awaits you and your guests. Immerse yourself in our intimate galleries and mingle with thousands of animal attendees. Transform our world-class Aquarium into your unforgettable wedding venue. With the impressive Great Ocean Tank or the picturesque Charleston Harbor as the backdrop, your unique celebration will leave a lasting impression. With our Panoramic waterfront views, remarkable animals you can create an unrivaled atmosphere.

Seated guest capacity

20-200

Venue type

Aquariums, Zoos
Beaches, Waterfront Settings

Venue setting

Indoor
Outdoor

100 Aquarium Wharf, Charleston, SC 29401

Our event spaces

Aquarium Galleries
Harbor Overlook

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Aquarium Galleries

Say “I do” with the perfect personalized experience

With expansive waterfront views and an exclusive downtown Charleston location, your wedding at the South Carolina Aquarium will stand out from the others, it has a 6,985 sft. on the first floor and 6,570 sft. on the second floor. Celebrate among more than 4,000 animals in the Aquarium Galleries.

Guest capacity

Up to 100 Seated

Up to 500 Standing

Square footage

6,985

Guests often feel this space is

“Magical”

Included in this room:

Rentals include four hours of venue use, access to the Aquarium’s indoor exhibits and the outdoor Harbor Overlook. All rentals require a $2,000 reservation deposit and an additional $500 refundable damage deposit. Please inquire about holiday weekend rates