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Nestled in the beautiful Dana Point Harbor, the Ocean Institute is a romantic coastal destination which puts you right on the water yet offers an interior ballroom for your guests’ comfort as the warm sun sets and the ocean air settles in for the evening. The Ocean Institute is an intimate venue able to accommodate large wedding parties of up to 200 guests. We have available a bayside courtyard for gorgeous wedding ceremonies. We also offer a Bride’s room, a Groom’s room, an outdoor fire pit and bistro lighting at no extra charge. The Ocean Institute is the premier wedding venue for the true ocean-loving couple.

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Frequently asked questions

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

No

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Boat/Yacht
Marina
Museum

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Get Ready Rooms

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

Reviews of Ocean Institute Coastal Venue

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"I Do With You" Wedding Officiant Wedding Officiants

What a magical and beautiful ceremony venue this is! I have had the honor and pleasure of being an Officiant at this venue and I urge every couple looking for a beautiful venue on the water to put this at the top of your list. The entire staff is professional and so wonderful to work with. I would be thrilled to be your Officiant at this venue.

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24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive Dana Point, CA, 92629
9494962274 x111

Ocean Institute Coastal Venue frequently asked questions

Ocean Institute Coastal Venue includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by Ocean Institute Coastal Venue for wedding events is known for:
  • Boat/Yacht
  • Marina
  • Museum
Ocean Institute Coastal Venue offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Ocean Institute Coastal Venue offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Ocean Institute Coastal Venue offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Get Ready Rooms
Ocean Institute Coastal Venue is recommended by 93% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in value, 4.6 in quality of service, 4.6 in professionalism and 4.4 in average response time.

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