Who doesn’t love a good beachside wedding? The sea breeze, roaring waves, and tranquil blue waters make them one of the most sought-after destination weddings for couples! With the rise of beach weddings, there are plenty of locations for a couple, which is what we bring to you!
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Top 10 beach wedding venues in India for 2025!
Our list contains both popular and off-beat destinations so that you can have the perfect collection to choose from! Stick around until the end for hot tips for the ultimate beach wedding!
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Goa
If you think of beachside paradise, your mind immediately goes to Goa! The ultimate vacation and wedding spot, Goa is the ultimate location for all beach wedding lovers. Filled with a mix of tranquil as well as happening places, this beautiful location promises a fun and unforgettable wedding for the happy couple!
For a more intimate wedding, we suggest choosing South Goa, where nature meets elegance. It houses great luxury and premium resorts such as Novotel, Mayfair, and Taj for your wedding!
However, if you are a more spontaneous couple whose motto is YOLO, north Goa is the place for you! Filled with party beaches, casinos, and happening nightclubs, it makes the perfect location for various activities for your beachside wedding!
Best Time to Visit: Mid-November and mid-February
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Varkala
This beachy location is for all those couples who want a quiet and intimate wedding away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Located in Kerala, Varkala is the beach lover’s paradise, with pristine sandy beaches, romantic cliffsides, and vibrant cultural settings, providing the perfect elegant backdrop for a dreamy destination wedding.
The best time to visit Varkala is between September and March when it has pleasant, breezy weather, and the waves are perfect for a little beachside pre-wedding shoot! It has a host of wedding venues and resorts to choose from, such as The Gateway Hotel and The Clafouti Beach Resort.
Pro tip: We recommend booking your wedding vendors during the off-season to get unbelievable discounts!
Best Time to Visit: September to March
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Gokarna
This is one of those off-beat locations you would not want to miss when choosing locations for your beach wedding. Located on the coast of Karnataka, Gokarna is a must-visit beach destination. Known for its relaxing vibes and untouched beaches, Gokarna offers you a laid-back yet beautiful setting for your beach wedding, complete with delicious cuisine as well as great tourist culture!
What’s more, this town has many adventure sports such as surfing and parasailing, which will be perfect for organizing adventurous activities for your wedding guests! This small town houses several beach resorts such as SwaSwara Resort, Kahani Paradise, and Om Beach Resort, which will organize an unforgettable wedding for you with their incredible hospitality and services.
Best Time to Visit: October to March
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Daman and Diu
This small coastal union territory must not be underestimated, because Daman and Diu is a coastal heaven where culture and beauty culminate to give you the ultimate location for a dream beachside wedding.
Each location here is so exquisite that it looks right out of a painter’s book – vibrant sunsets, blue waters, intricate architecture, and oh, did we mention the delectable food? It is everything you want and more!
Its historic Portuguese churches and architecture are perfect if you want an aesthetic historic backdrop for your wedding or even pre-wedding shoots, and that coupled with the location’s natural beauty makes for a unique and memorable wedding experience!
Best time to visit: October to April
Pro Tip: We recommend making each moment last in your wedding by capturing every single moment with not only a professional wedding photographer but also through your guests! How you ask? Simply, share links to a common digital wedding album on which they can upload all of their favorite moments. This photo-sharing experience will make for a unique guest activity!
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Alibaug, Mumbai
You remember when you swooned over Varun Dhawan’s wedding and wondered where it was? That’s right, it was in this luxurious getaway, Alibaug, which is just a short ferry ride away from Mumbai!
This location will make you forget about all the noise and just tune into the sound of nature and luxury for your wedding. If you are looking for a chic coastal wedding with an understated yet elegant charm to it, then Alibaug is the location for you! Think rustic and modern decorations with a floral mandap by the beachside. Sounds amazing, right? We think so too!
The best part about this location is its proximity to Mumbai. So you can have an elegant beach wedding without missing out on the urban charm that Mumbai has to provide, which makes it that much more glamorous!
Best Time to Visit: October to February
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Puducherry
Ah, who doesn’t love Pondicherry? Tamil and French colonial architecture, delicious food, complete with beaches so serene, you would want to live here! Pondicherry is the one place you can go to for a culturally immersive beach wedding!
With its charming white sand beaches, spiritual Auroville ashram, and good vibes, it is a location you must consider for your wedding. Since this place is a bustling tourist destination, there is an infinite amount of activities to engage your guests in – from tourist walks to meditation in Auroville.
Furthermore, it hosts several luxury beachside resorts, some with private beaches, so that you can have your perfect “I do” moment with your loved ones by your side. Some resorts that we recommend checking out are La Villa, Wildflower Resort & Spa, and Promenade.
Best Time to Visit: October to March
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Puri
Known for its golden sands and deep religious significance, Puri in Odisha is the perfect beach destination for a wedding that is both traditional and timeless. The sandy beaches along with the Jagannath Temple make it a beautiful place to get married!
This off-beat location also allows couples to enjoy a traditional and elegant beachside wedding while immersing themselves in the culture of Odisha. We recommend checking out premium beachside resorts which will provide the perfect venues for your wedding. These include Mayfair Heritage, Sterling Puri Resort, and The Chariot Resort & Spa!
Best Time to Visit: November to February
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Radhanagar Beach, Havelock Islands
Considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Asia, Radhanagar Beach is the perfect location for a getaway wedding far away from the mainland. Located in Havelock in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, its white sands and pristine blue waters reflect the immense beauty that Havelock has to offer.
What’s more is the multitude of activities that Havelock Island offers, from scuba diving to snorkeling, making it the perfect location for an adventurous yet elegant wedding. Some resorts to book include Taj Exotica and Barefoot at Havelock!
Best Time to Visit: October to May
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Mangalore
The picturesque and clean beaches of this city will surely convince everyone to have a beachside wedding! For a wedding that is immersed in a rich culture yet has a laid-back and relaxed vibe, Mangalore is the perfect place.
Think traditional South Indian combined with the serene vibes of the coast. Since it is a less commercialized location, you will also be sure to get great and affordable deals on all your venues and vendors, so it’s a win-win!
Moreover, with its rich culture, there is something to engage everyone during your destination wedding!
Some of the best elements are the delectable Mangalorean cuisine, folk dance and music, and the cultural walks in the town! Some resorts to make your experience truly cherishable include The Ocean Pearl Beach Resort and the Ocean Sands Resort!
Best Time to Visit: October to March
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Mahabalipuram
If you remember the heartwarming wedding from the movie “2 States” and want a similar traditional vibe, Mahabalipuram is the perfect location! Located in Tamil Nadu, this town is the perfect combination of rich Tamilian culture and the mightiness of the oceans and beaches.
It is most well known for its rock-cut beaches and stunning temple architecture, which provide the perfect backdrop for getting married at both sunset and sunrise. Since it is just a short drive away from Chennai, it is both convenient and beautiful, perfect for couples who want their beach wedding to have traditional South Indian cultural elements!
Truly luxurious resorts here include Raddison Blu Temple Resort & Bay, and Ideal Beach Resort!
Best Time to Visit: November to February
Conclusion
Whether it is the serene and intimate vibe of Varkala or the bustling beaches of Goa, there is something for every beach wedding aesthetic in India. This is the beauty of India, its geographical diversity makes it the perfect hub of picturesque beaches for your ultimate dreamy beach wedding! Every location in this list will surely provide you with an amazing wedding experience, which everyone will cherish in the years to come! So sit back, relax, and choose the perfect location that reflects your love story. Happy wedding!
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