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About

National Tropical Botanical Garden is an outdoor garden wedding venue located in Honolulu, Hawaii. Nestled in the historic Lawa'i Valley, The McBryde Garden is 200 acres of lush tropical paradise, surrounded by majestic cliffs. It’s home to nearly 20,000 living plants and the largest collection of native Hawaiian flora in the Pacific. The venue is a beautiful backdrop for you wedding day, complete with dramatic ocean views, stunning waterfalls and magnificent valleys.

Facilities and Capacity
National Tropical Botanical Garden has many different beautiful sites to host your wedding ceremony and reception. Each site varies in capacity but ranges from 25-300 guests.

Services Offered
National Tropical Botanical Garden offers outdoor garden event space. We can recommened event planners, as well as the flexibility of outside vendors. In addition to hosting your ceremony and or reception, the venue is also available to host engagement parties, bridal showers, elopements and rehearsal dinners.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Event Planning
Parking

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Garden
Historic Building
Park

What kind of settings are available?

Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Event Rentals
Outside Vendors

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
October
November
December

Reviews of National Tropical Botanical Garden

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Linda Sent on 01/03/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding turned out so beautifully in front of the waterfall at the NTBG! Thanks Gwen and everyone there who helped make it beautiful and a once in a lifetime experience!
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Patti Sent on 06/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Would marry here over and over again!!

There are so many wonderful things to write about in this review about our experience in planning our wedding from the beginning to the end but we can't thank Aunty Gwen and her staff enough for the most magical wedding ever. Mahaloz for everything! Aunty Gwen was just the best. Her aloha and wonderful guidance made our wedding amazing. She's a fantastic communicate and truly wants you to have the best wedding ever.
My husband and I fell in love with the grounds, especially the majestic tree that we got married in front of. We also loved the fact that we were able to honor our ancestors in both our Hawaiian and Mexican traditions in this beautiful valley. We even were blessed with a sprinkle of rain, which is a beautiful sign that our loved ones who had past were there with us, listening. The grounds were beautifully tended and the waterfall was perfect. No Cows!! LOL! I would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone looking to have their wedding ceremony and photo's taken there. You are not only creating memories for just yourself but your guests will have the best experience ever.
We are looking forward to going back to take pictures in front of that magical tree and thank Aunty Gwen once again for all her aloha.
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User2880341 Sent on 11/26/2016
5 out of 5 rating
This was an amazing experience that I would recommend to anyone looking.
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Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Chelsea Abril Photography Chelsea Abril Photography Wedding Photographers

The National Tropical Botanical Garden is a photographer's dream come true. The foliage is lush and secluded with a gorgeous private waterfall just a short walk away. Everything is beautiful and makes you feel like you're on the set of Jurassic Park. Gwen is sweet, professional, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend for both weddings and private portrait sessions.

Julie D. Wirtz, Kauai Officiant/Celebrant Julie D. Wirtz, Kauai Officiant/Celebrant Wedding Officiants

My Naturalistic Minded couples love their weddings at National Tropical Botanical Garden and I love working with couples to create their special event surrounded by the amazing garden.

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