The Ancient Spanish Monastery is one of the most extraordinary and unexpected wedding venues in Florida — a genuine 12th-century Spanish monastery that was dismantled stone by stone and shipped to Miami by William Randolph Hearst in 1925. Its cloistered courtyard, ancient stone archways, and meticulous gardens create a European atmosphere unlike anything else in South Florida. Ceremonies in the courtyard or garden feel genuinely transported to another time and continent.
Best seasons to marry here
Starts in 5h 30m
Sunset faces
Northwest-facing garden; late afternoon light
Capacity
Up to 200
Price
$$$
Setting
Outdoor
Airport
Miami International Airport (MIA) · 14mi
Accessibility
ADA Accessible
Best for photos
12th-century stone cloisters, ancient Spanish archways, European monastery courtyard, lush…
Sunrise
10:43 AM
Solar Noon
5:17 PM
Sunset
11:51 PM
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
Open vendor policy
Bar / Alcohol
Licensed bartenders required
Music Curfew
10:00 PM
Rental Hours
6 hrs included
Vendors
None
Rain Backup Plan
Limited indoor chapel space
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; outdoor venue; historic stone structure; confirm storm protocols
Verify Before You Book
Book well in advance — highly sought after; confirm current rental rates and event policies
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer · Prospect Photography
Sunset faces
Northwest-facing garden; late afternoon light
Shade coverage
Cloistered courtyard provides shade; garden exposed
Best shots & hidden gems
12th-century stone cloisters, ancient Spanish archways, European monastery courtyard, lush walled garden, stone fountain
16711 W Dixie Hwy
North Miami Beach, Miami
Parking
On-site lot
Nearest Airport
Miami International Airport (MIA) · 14 mi
Guest Hotels
Courtyard by Marriott North Miami Beach, Marriott Biscayne Bay, Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach
