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Gardens in the Gorge
4.8 ★★★★★ 97 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Rustic, picturesque venue for weddings with a lush lawn, an event hall, a bridal suite and accommodation, as well as a hiking trail.
Plan your tour
- Capacity hosts up to 200 guests, per the venue's own info — couples mention 100–100-guest events in reviews
- Catering outside caterers welcome, going by reviews and the venue’s own info — confirm the policy (and any fees) before you book your caterer
- Lodging on-site lodging comes up in reviews and the venue's own info — ask how many beds and whether the wedding-night stay is included
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (423) 667-3926
- Website gardensinthegorge.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The setting
“Plus the view of the mountains and river look great for photos.”
“I photographed a wedding at Gardens in the Gorge last month and have been smitten with this venue ever since!”
Amenities couples mention
“My favorite parts of the event hall are the gigantic windows and the bridal suite!”
“Definitely take advantage of the cabins they offer the convenience of having the cottages was amazing!”
“We had to pivot from a fully outdoor ceremony because is weather and have the ceremony under the pavilion.”
“That combined with a mountain view makes this an ideal Chattanooga wedding venue!”
“We had to pivot from a fully outdoor ceremony because is weather and have the ceremony under the pavilion.”
What couples say again and again
“This venue is so special, and the people are what makes it so - even more than the beautiful space and views.”
“Although I wouldn't have been privy to any disconnects between planning and performance, the evening seemed to flow seamlessly from the perspective of a friend of the family”
“We could not be more happy and pleased with the professionalism and encouragement from the entire venue staff leading up to the day of our wedding!”
“My favorite parts of the event hall are the gigantic windows and the bridal suite!”
From the reviews
We had our daughter's reception at Gardens in the Gorge. We had an outstanding experience. Lindsey and Nelly were so welcoming to our family. Our wedding planner Mary was amazing. Our stay in the cottages was magical. We could not have had a better day or venue to celebrate.
Gardens in the Gorge was an amazing venue to get married at. We had a late spring wedding (end of May), and the whole site was beautiful! The landscaping was immaculate and provided beautiful colors for photos.
I booked my wedding at Gardens in the Gorge just as they were finishing construction. We hosted just the reception there, and every part of the venue was thoughtfully designed for guests, photos, and bridal party accommodation. Lindsey & Nelly were both highly responsive and helpful.
The perfect wedding venue! We had an amazing experience at Gardens in the Gorge. Even in rainy weather, the venue was just spectacular. The staff was so helpful and present and the allocated spaces were just perfect for our wedding of 150. The getting ready rooms, amazing!
Getting married at Gardens in the Gorge
Gardens in the Gorge comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
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