By Dialogue Queen
Tennessee Wedding Destinations
Tennessee is a gorgeous state known for lush greenery, country music and slow-paced southern living. It is also a great place to get married, with lots of historic and lovely locations that make great backdrops for photos. From right behind Elvis' mansion to the top of the mountains overlooking the valleys there is something for every bride and groom.
Tennessee Aquarium
Book the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga after-hours for your wedding and reception. The venue can hold 210 people for a sit-down dinner and up to 700 for other reception-related activities. You'll have a stunning selection of places for photos. Imagine saying "I do" with a huge shark tank as a backdrop, then letting your guests walk through all the exhibits and interact with some of the animals. It's an amazing venue and experience for a couple that loves the water and wildlife.
Tennessee Aquarium
One Broad Street
Chattanooga, Tennessee
(423)-785-3019
800-262-0695
tnaqua.org
Rosewood Gardens
One of the most romantic locations in all of Tennessee, this private botanical garden is set on 17 acres at Sevierville. Nine themed gardens include the Memorial Garden to Diana, Princess of Wales; the Shakespeare Garden and the Victorian Garden. From large weeping willows to roses and more, the landscape is stunning. The venue can hold from 50 to more than 300 guests, depending on the garden theme you select. This location photographs well and has been featured in several publications, both local and national.
Rosewood Gardens
3250 Sims Road
Sevierville, Tennessee
(865)-453-1310
rosewoodgardens.com
Graceland's Chapel in the Woods
A small, rustic chapel, set in the woods behind Elvis' famed Graceland property in Memphis, offers a charming setting for an intimate wedding of up to 50 guests. The ceremony takes place in front of a stained-glass window that is a replica of the front entrance to the Graceland Mansion. The staff can handle coordinating flowers, photos, video, catering and more if needed. Depending on the weather, the reception can be held outdoors in the woods or inside the chapel.
Graceland's Chapel in the Woods
3734 Elvis Presley Blvd.
Memphis, Tennessee
901-332-3322
800-238-2010
gracelandchapelinthewoods.com
Angel's View Wedding Chapel
Get married in a classic log-cabin setting with a full-service wedding. This site has everything you need, from a limo to make-up artists, catering, photos, cakes, honeymoon accommodations for you and cabins for your guests. Located in the Great Smoky Mountains the views are breathtaking. There's even a Cinderella-style horse and carriage you can use for photos. This all-in-one wedding package will help make your big day as stress-free as possible.
Angel's View Wedding Chapel
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
800-758-6604
angelsviewweddingchapel.com
About the Author:
Dialogue Queen has been writing more than five years. She has a degree in screenwriting and has taught college screenwriting classes. She has been published on several online sites and smaller print magazines as well as written a book for actors currently on the marketplace.
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