The White Room is St. Augustine's most beloved wedding venue, a dedicated event space within a handsomely restored 1888 building just steps from the Castillo de San Marcos and the bayfront. Villa Blanca, the outdoor ceremony pavilion, is an all-white open-air structure with soaring arched ceilings that frames the Matanzas Bay with elegant simplicity. The rooftop terrace, ballroom, and loft suite give couples multiple setting options within one venue, accommodating intimate gatherings of 30 up to grand receptions of 250. St. Augustine's walkable historic district, abundance of boutique hotels, and year-round wedding weather make The White Room one of the most naturally complete destination wedding experiences in Florida.
Best seasons to marry here
Plan your day here
When are you getting married?
Pick a day and I'll work out the light for it — sunset here, when golden hour opens, and the ceremony time that puts you inside it.
Planning your timeline
| Month | Sunset | Ceremony | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:47 PM | 3:47 PM | 2.7″ |
| February | 6:13 PM | 4:13 PM | 2.7″ |
| March | 7:33 PM | 5:33 PM | 3.4″ |
| April | 7:51 PM | 5:51 PM | 2.9″ |
| May | 8:11 PM | 6:11 PM | 3.7″ |
| June | 8:27 PM | 6:27 PM | 6.3″ |
| July | 8:27 PM | 6:27 PM | 4.9″ |
| August | 8:06 PM | 6:06 PM | 7.2″ |
| September | 7:31 PM | 5:31 PM | 7.2″ |
| October | 6:54 PM | 4:54 PM | 4.4″ |
| November | 5:29 PM | 3:29 PM | 2.3″ |
| December | 5:27 PM | 3:27 PM | 3.0″ |
Sunset times are calculated for this venue's coordinates, shown in EDT for the 15th of each month in 2026. Golden hour is the 60 minutes before sunset. The ceremony start is my rule of thumb — about 2 hours before sunset, so a short ceremony and family photos still leave the two of you in golden light. Adjust it to your own timeline. Average temperatures and rainfall are NOAA 1991–2020 normals from ST AUGUSTINE LIGHTHOUSE, 1.7 miles away.
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
In-house catering
Bar / Alcohol
Full in-house bar service
Music Curfew
11:00 PM
Rental Hours
6 hrs included
Vendors
Preferred vendor list
Rain Backup Plan
Indoor European-style ballroom
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; bayfront location in flood zone; confirm insurance requirements
Verify Before You Book
Very popular venue — book 12-18 months in advance; confirm minimum spend
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer
Sunset Direction
West-facing Matanzas Bay; rooftop golden hour is spectacular
Shade Coverage
Indoor ballroom and covered terraces
Best Shots & Hidden Gems
Rooftop Matanzas Bay views, the iconic Bridge of Lions, cobblestone Old Town streets, historic Spanish fort in background, bayfront ceremony terrace
1 King St
St. Augustine, FL
Parking
Downtown St. Augustine parking garages and street
Nearest Airport
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) · 50 mi
Guest Hotels
Casa Monica Resort, Hilton St. Augustine Historic Bayfront, Bayfront Marin House