My partner and I recently had our wedding at Flora. Flora is a hidden gem, tucked away in the middle of downtown historic San Diego. Flora’s owner, Katherine, did an amazing job of marrying historic with modern and urban. The entrance has a moody, speakeasy feel that leads to a bright, ethereal urban greenhouse, adorned with preserved moss, ferns, and mushroom accents and houses 150 live plants, including an indoor tree. The white wainscot walls and skylight are a perfect combination to reflect lightning comparable to the overcast skies that photographers love. The venue also has cute little details, such as a bookcase that pays homage to the building’s original 1922 owners and a fireplace. Flora also has an aviary-inspired bridal suite with gorgeous blue and white wallpaper that harmoniously brings out the brass bird cages and furniture, natural wood, and greens from the plants. The bathroom gets all the love. The bathroom is every Instagram influencer’s dream and where many of my guests took bathroom mirror selfies. There are so many eye-catching details in this space, you really do not have to do too much decorating. What sold me was the tech. Flora’s speaker system features zoning so that the music can be bumping on the dance floor while being low enough for guests sitting at tables to have conversations. Flora also has their own lighting and the hues can be customized to complement an array of wedding colors and themes. Flora also has a built-in projector for video montages as well as displaying names of the bride and groom or company logos. What is convenient about Flora is that they provide chairs, tables, bar coordination, security, as well as their own wedding coordinator.
The planning process was so easy with Flora’s team. We met with Katherine, the owner, about a year before our wedding date. Jameson and Jill, the wedding coordinator took over 90 days out. We also finalized our bar choices with Erin, the bar manager, 90 days out and she was so great with the back and forth until me and my partner were able finally make a decision based on projected guest count and budget. Jill was the absolute sweetest person to work with. My partner and I are in school and were in the middle of exams during the latter part of wedding planning and Jill took over the correspondence and relieved a lot of the stress that can come from wedding planning, especially since I was kind of a DIY bride in some aspects. I even had some of the oddest requests fulfilled, like asking for plant cuttings from some of the plants at Flora and she coordinated with Jeff, the horticulturalist that takes care of the plants, and now we have a piece of Flora to remind us of our wedding day. Jill and Amanda did such a phenomenal job. There are so many things that happened during the wedding that we were unaware of until after the wedding once we got to spend some time with some of our guests, which goes to show the level of professionalism and hospitality that Flora’s team displays. For example, my dad’s girlfriend had an adverse reaction to something she ate because she has an immune disorder and Amanda took care of her and Jill checked in on her as well. Flora’s team truly goes above and beyond to take care of their couples and their guests. I actually loathed wedding planning so much, but Flora’s team made our big day so special, I’d do it over again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend Flora for any event!

From the moment I saw the photos of Flora online, I knew it was going to be our wedding venue! I reached out to schedule a tour and spoke with Katherine and from the moment I set foot inside the venue it was a sealed deal! Not only is Flora a BEAUTIFUL venue, their team is just as fitting. Working with Flora was an absolute pleasure! I couldn’t have asked for a more friendly, prompt, professional, caring group of people to facilitate my dream wedding!! Katherine, Jameson, Erin, and Jillian all deserve recognition for making the day perfect!! Walking into Flora, guests really have no idea what to expect until they walk through the doors and see the beautiful greenery and unique picturesque venue. We received so many compliments on the venue and the staff. My wedding was everything I ever wanted and more because of the team at Flora! This venue is a show stopper; it has such an amazing ambiance and vibe. My wedding was perfect! Thanks, Flora Team!

Our venue was absolutely gorgeous and exactly how we hoped and envisioned it would be for our special evening. The partitions were a game changer and definitely an extra special touch. Our guests had a plethora of compliments about all the different facets and how well every inch is utilized within the space.
Also, all of the staff was amazing, from the start of our tour to the breakdown at the end of the wedding. The bartenders were especially awesome. We are also so happy we went with the wedding coordinator through the venue, Jillian. She was very friendly but still professional. She kept the night in a good flow and executed the transitions excellently considering ceremony, cocktail hour and reception were all in essentially the same space and she had 100 people to work around. She also made sure to check on us throughout the evening to make sure everything was good for us and if we needed anything.
Overall, our experience was amazing, the venue was stunning and the evening was everything we dreamed of. So incredibly happy with our choice and highly recommend using Flora for any event, not just a wedding.

My husband and I got married at Flora on 9.17.22. The venue is incredible, like a secret garden in the middle of the city. We were immediately taken by it at our first visit, and immediately booked a wedding date there.


We opted for the full coordination service; and would definitely recommend it for anyone considering it! I don’t know what it’s like to plan a wedding without one, but my wedding dress alterer said I was the calmest bride she has ever seen. Juliette was our coordinator and she was wonderful. Every vendor we hired through Flora was exceptional. The day itself went by without a hitch; thanks to the professionalism of the Flora team.

We are so happy we got married at Flora. It’s a unique venue and is staffed by wonderful, professional people. We love Flora!

All photos featured here are by Priscilla Sanchez, our amazing photographer. Her Instagram is @photographybypriscilla

Throughout the whole process the whole team at Flora was amazing to work with. Our coordinator, Jill, really went above and beyond for us. She always got back to us immediately and made our dream truly come alive. Jill listened to us about how we wanted our day to go and was able to figure out how to get the most out of our time and suggest ways to make the day go smoother. If anything went wrong that day, we certainly didn't hear about it! I cannot say enough good things about Jill. The venue itself is gorgeous, but the help we had in planning our day is what truly set Flora apart from other venues we had looked at.

There is literally not enough space here for me to articulate how thrilled we are that we chose Flora to be our venue for our wedding. As soon a I walked into the space, I was completely sold -- It's absolutely stunning and truly feels like a secret garden in the heart of downtown San Diego! The owner, Katherine, gave us a full tour and I was blown away with all that it included... beautiful tables, chairs, customized lighting, and aaaallll the lush greenery. We opted to get a full service coordinator to help us plan everything from start to finish and it was literally the best decision I could have ever made -- especially since most of the planning happened while we were living overseas! I would highly recommend this service to anyone and everyone. I had two coordinators during our planning, first Elena and then Juliette. Elena took note of all my preferences and ideas and created a storyboard presentation for me that gave me options to select specially curated vendors (hair/makeup, florals, rentals etc.) that would fit well for our day, and within our budget, which took a bunch of the big ticket items off my plate fairly early in the process. Planning such a momentous day is inherently stressful, so having someone there to help quiet the nerves by genuinely reassuring and supporting you through the finest details makes all the difference in the world and that's exactly what I got from working with Juliette.  When she came into the picture, the vendors had already been booked but she was up to speed and made sure everything turned out exactly how I had envisioned it.  She even facilitated a total change in our dining experience with our caterer from buffet to plated the month before the wedding seamlessly and on the big day she handled every single moment with care. Our place settings, which she created entirely on her own at my request, came out BEAUTIFULLY, and she made sure my husband and I were taken care of and having the time of our lives. She and every single staff member we were in contact with are the best I've ever encountered and we will forever be grateful for their help in making magic for us -- our guests are still reaching out to tell us how much of a dreamy experience it was to be a part of our celebration. Thank you Flora!

Not only is this event space BEAUTIFUL, but the people who work there is another reason to choose Flora. Juliette was our main coordinator and she was phenomenal to work with! Even though we planned our San Diego wedding from Chicago, my husband and I felt at ease knowing we had Juliette and the rest of Flora’s professional team to take care of us and our special day. Juliette was responsive and made herself available for video calls. She brought to our attention details that we didn’t even consider which was so helpful especially for not having planned a wedding before! Juliette made sure to put our wants and needs first to helped bring our vision to life. Even our other wedding vendors who have worked with Flora in the past have also said that they are one of the best venues to work with.

I cannot thank the Flora team enough! They truly made our wedding night an experience we will never forget! Nestled in the heart of downtown San Diego, you would never know this absolutely stunning, lush green venue was even there. It's like you transported and totally forget your in San Diego!

During my tour, I fell in love instantly just from walking into the hallway of the venue. Once that great big door opened to see the rest, I just knew that was my dream venue. We first met with Katherine, who was an absolute joy to meet with. She was so transparent right from the start and shared vendors that the team has worked with previously (which is more help than you know if you're from out of town).

During the planning process, I was introduced to our coordinator, Juliette. Let me tell you, this lady is a blessing and such a pleasure to work with. With my many questions over the months, she had every little detail down. From the placement of the decor to the timeline, we had it all down together and reached out to our vendors even before the month of our wedding.

Now to the big weekend. During the rehearsal, Juliette was so excited to put names to faces that I had mentioned for almost a year to her. The rehearsal was executed so smoothly that my husband and I left with absolutely no stress. We knew Juliette saw our vision and would make our day just how we dreamed it would be!

Here it is, wedding day. Let me tell you, this team... Phenomenal. From the first look at the venue to the grand exit, Juliette kept us on the timeline the entire time, which as a wedding coordinator myself, is VERY hard to do. Juliette even took some videos throughout the night and made a reel for Instagram, which my husband and I still gush over! My guests could not stop talking about how amazing the venue and staff were and I would recommend them to everyone!

Thank you, Flora team, for everything! You truly made our dreams come true and made us want to relive our wedding night over and over again. Who knows, maybe well do a vow renewal in a couple years? haha :)

Our wedding turned out better than we ever imagined and the Flora team was a big part of the reason why. After 3 postponements/change of venues we were a little jaded from the wedding journey. But the minute I stepped into Flora I have to admit—I actually teared up. Just imagining finally having our special day in such a beautiful space got me excited again!

The entire team from start to finish was so responsive and supportive. I have to especially thank our in-house Coordinator, Juliette, for her warm, personable, and organized approach. I was so busy with my newborn baby during crunch time of planning so having her help was crucial in decreasing the stress. My mind was so scrambled postpartum, but she never made me feel bad for being forgetful. She and her team arranged all of the decor in such a stunning way.

The venue itself is already gorgeous, so you don’t need much to create a beautiful ambiance. The minute you step inside it’s like an escape into a different world from downtown SD.

I also loved working with Erin (Beverage Director) who went above and beyond e.g. Getting Martinelli’s the day before the wedding just to accommodate one of my pregnant guests! She also always responded so quickly with emails which I really appreciated.

Katherine was also wonderful from start to finish and really set the tone running a top notch team. All of the other staff members present that night were also enthusiastic and kind—exactly the type of energy you need on your big day!

Definitely recommend Flora especially if you’re looking for an intimate space for a special occasion. With 95 adults + a few kids it was the perfect size both during the ceremony and reception to create a warm but not overly crowded.l atmosphere.

I LOVE Flora and working with their team was phenomenal. Huge shout out to Amanda C., Amanda B., Juliette, and Katherine the visionary for this space.
Flora provides couples with a romantic and whimsical escape from the busy San Diego life. You are literally transported into a different world when you walk into Flora and it makes for a magical event.
Due to the beauty of the space, minimal additional decor is needed. As a floral designer, it doesn't take much to enhance the space as it is already so beautiful.
Definitely choose to use Flora for your wedding, quincé, retirement or other celebration. You won't regret it.