When you think “museum wedding”, does the phrase “affordable” come to mind? Normally these two concepts are mutually exclusive—or at least we think they are. Museum weddings evoke images of brides standing on sweeping marble staircases, stolen kisses in art galleries, and sparkling chandeliers, none of which are thought to be attainable for an affordable wedding. But did you know that it is possible to get married on a budget while tying the knot at a museum wedding venue?

We’ve searched the Orlando and Central Florida area for the most affordable museum wedding venues so you can have the elegant (or rustic, more on that later!) wedding of your dreams—without blowing your wedding budget. Looking to get married at an art museum, science museum, or historical museum without breaking the bank?

Here are our picks for the top 7 most affordable museum wedding venues in Orlando and Central Florida!

If you're dreaming of a wedding day that feels like stepping out of a romantic painting—filled with history, character, and just the right touch of magic—the Art & History Museums of Maitland might be the wedding venue you didn’t know you needed to see. Nestled in the charming town of Maitland, just north of Orlando, this Central Florida hidden gem brings together the beauty of nature, the soul of art, and the timeless elegance of historic architecture.

It’s hard to describe this place in just one word. Is it an art museum wedding venue? A historic garden venue? A micro wedding paradise? It’s kind of all of the above. We’ve had the honor to shoot a few weddings at this magnificent space, and with its ever-growing popularity as a wedding venue in the Orlando area, we’re here to share our unbiased opinion and review what it’s like to get married here. If you’re considering an art museum wedding at the Maitland Art & History Museums, read on!

Kristina & Brett’s intimate wedding at the Art & History Museums of Maitland was one of the most moving and emotional weddings we’ve had the privilege to attend. From the start, it was clear this wasn’t just a celebration of two people—it was a celebration of family, healing, and the kind of love that finds you at just the right time. The couple tied the knot during a micro wedding at this art museum garden wedding venue on a beautiful spring morning. View the full wedding photography gallery here!