The Best Intimate Wedding and Elopement Venues
Salisbury House and Gardens
✦ Historic 1920s estate modeled after Tudor England, filled with original antiques and art
✦ Formal gardens, terraces, and six acres of private woodland for ceremonies and photos
✦ Multiple indoor and outdoor spaces that make every wedding unique
Sylvan Amphitheater
✦ Historic amphitheater built in 1931, restored in 2004
✦ Shaded setting surrounded by tall oak trees in Greenwood Park
✦ Bench seating for about 200 guests, perfect for intimate ceremonies
The Jordan House Museum
✦ Historic Victorian home built in the 1850s, listed on the National Register of Historic Places
✦ Former Underground Railroad stop and landmark of Iowa history
✦ Ideal for intimate weddings, elopements, and small gatherings
Rollins Mansion
✦ Historic 1920s mansion with original European and Wright-inspired details
✦ Expansive gardens, terraces, and skyline views of downtown Des Moines
✦ Multiple indoor and outdoor spaces for flexible, elegant celebrations
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
✦ Beaux-Arts architecture with marble staircases and stained glass details
✦ Formal European-style gardens with fountains and sculpted hedges
✦ Prime downtown location along the Des Moines River and Riverwalk
Des Moines Embassy Club
✦ 34th-floor wedding venue with floor-to-ceiling windows
✦ Unobstructed views in every direction across the city and beyond
✦ Elegant interiors with chandeliers, bar, and dance floor