7 stylish & affordable museum wedding venues in Orlando, FL
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:
THE 7 MOST STYLISH & AFFORDABLE MUSEUM WEDDING VENUES IN ORLANDO, FL
*Pricing as of summer 2025 and based on our best research abilities. Please contact the venues for the most accurate pricing information.
1. Maitland Art & History Museums in Maitland, FL
It’s for good reason that Maitland’s Art & History Museums are highly sought-after for museum weddings in Orlando. Nestled just outside historic Winter Park and downtown Orlando, this one-of-a-kind wedding venue is sure to take your guests’ breath away with its stunning architectural features, lush greenery, and of course the art exhibits! The museum offers 5 different locations for wedding venues: the historical outdoor Chapel & Mayan Courtyard, West Garden, and Main Garden; the modern indoor Germaine Marvel Building; and the covered outdoor Rotary Event Plaza. Whether you exchange vows surrounded by the walled-in greenery of the Main Garden or sneak a kiss underneath the Mayan-inspired stone archway, a wedding at Maitland Art & History Museums is sure to be unforgettable.
Read our full wedding venue review of the Maitland Art & History Museums
View Taylor & Mitchell’s micro wedding at Maitland Art & History Museums
View Kristina & Brett’s morning elopement at Maitland Art & History Museums
How much does it cost to get married at the Maitland Art & History Museums?
Off-season rates start at $300 for a morning elopement ceremony with wedding ceremony and reception combo rental rate starting at $1,350 for weekday rentals. Peak season rates (October–May) start at $400 and $1,800 respectively. More options for ceremonies only or ceremonies + receptions are also available near or below the $2,000 mark.
2. Orlando Science Center in Orlando, FL
If you’re a self-proclaimed nerd and proud of it (or even if you’re not…this is one cool museum), then the Orlando Science Center might be top of your list as a museum wedding venue. But is it possible to have an affordable wedding at this popular science museum? We say yes!
With stunning views of downtown Orlando, dramatic architecture, and immersive exhibits, weddings at the Orlando Science Center are unique, dynamic, and anything but ordinary. Couples can exchange vows under a canopy of stars in the Our Planet, Our Solar System planetarium; dance the night away beside towering dinosaur fossils in the engaging Dinodigs exhibition; or host cocktail hour at sunset on the panoramic rooftop Finfrock Terrace. All available spaces accommodate weddings of up to 200 guests with the exception of the planetarium, which holds up to 150. Guests of all ages will enjoy the interactive atmosphere, making your wedding feel more like an unforgettable experience than a traditional wedding. The venue accommodates both intimate micro weddings and larger gatherings with flexible event spaces and experienced on-site coordination to bring your vision to life. For couples who love a blend of modern style and playful charm, the Orlando Science Center offers a truly one-of-a-kind wedding backdrop.
View Judy & Dejan’s modern wedding at the Orlando Science Center
How much does it cost to get married at the Orlando Science Center?
While the Orlando Science Center isn’t the most affordable option in this list, it’s certainly possible to tie the knot at a rate far below many other equally popular wedding venues in the Orlando area. Weddings at the Orlando Science Center start at $3,500 for a weekday reservation, which includes any combination of the available spaces (Dinodigs; Our Planet, Our Solar System; or Finfrock Terrace) and cost up to $5,200 for a Saturday wedding. Considering how much of the museum you receive for this cost—not to mention the unforgettable experience—we think this space still deserves to be on our list of top picks for affordable museum wedding venues.
PICTURE CREDIT: ORLANDO MUSEUM OF ART WEBSITE
3. Orlando Museum of Art in Orlando, FL
If your aesthetic is creative, modern, and minimal, then look no further then the Orlando Museum of Art. The museum’s clean, modern architecture and rotating exhibitions of contemporary and classical works provide a striking yet minimal backdrop that allows each couple’s personal style shine. The airy Martin and Gracia Andersen Rotunda, with its dramatic domed ceiling and marble floors, sets the tone for a sophisticated ceremony, while the surrounding galleries and outdoor Sculpture Plaza offer stylish spaces for cocktails and conversation. It’s a venue that invites guests not just to attend a wedding, but to be part of a beautifully composed experience.
The Orlando Museum of Art offers several configurations for wedding reservations. The most affordable option is to simply rent the elegant Council of 101 Grand Gallery, with its marble floors and skylight highlighting a soaring glass sculpture by artist Dale Chihuly. If your wedding budget has a bit of stretch, you can reserve the spacious rotunda and your choice of galleries or Sculpture Plaza; or rent the entire museum for a similar cost as many other popular wedding venues in the area. Whatever your choice, a wedding at the Orlando Museum of Art is sure to inspire creativity and provide an unforgettable experience for your guests.
How much does it cost to get married at the Orlando Museum of Art?
Renting the Council of 101 Grand Gallery starts at $1,600. The museum offers varying configurations of renting the Rotunda + galleries, ranging from $4,000 for the Rotunda + 101 Grand Gallery up to $5,000 for the Rotunda, 101 Grand Gallery, and three meeting rooms (perfect for an indoor ballroom reception). A full museum rental costs $5,700.
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4. Museum of Arts and Sciences in Daytona Beach, FL
As luxuriously-styled, classic weddings continue to rise in popularity, nothing says “timeless” like a wedding ceremony and reception held among the halls of Daytona Beach's beautiful Museum of Arts and Sciences. The Museum of Arts and Sciences offers numerous locations within the museum to hold a wedding ceremony or a wedding reception, with the Cici & Hyatt Brown Museum of Art being the centerpiece of the Museum’s diverse range of venues. The Cici & Hyatt Brown Museum of Art is a modern venue showcasing a vast collection of Florida-centric art pieces, telling the story of Florida from a diverse range of artists. A stunning two-story indoor gallery with a show-stopping staircase serving as a dramatic backdrop for vows, this wedding venue exudes luxurious charm yet also intimacy and warmth. Other spaces in the museum are available for weddings and/or wedding receptions, but the Cici & Hyatt Brown Museum of Art is the most notable and popular option. Weddings at the Museum of Arts and Sciences evoke a classic timelessness and elegance that is unparalleled, making this a stellar wedding venue for any art lover.
Our full wedding venue review of Museum of Arts and Sciences
View Lindsay & Brad’s wedding at Museum of Arts and Sciences
How much does it cost to get married at Museum of Arts and Sciences?
While renting out the entire museum (!) for the entertainment of your guests is a pricier option, its starting rates are surprisingly affordable for budget-friendly weddings or micro weddings, with the lowest weekday rental space starting at just $950.
*Pricing as of 2024. Please contact this wedding venue for the most up-to-date rental pricing.
PICTURE CREDIT: CAPEN HOUSE WEBSITE
5. Capen House in Winter Park, FL
Is it a historic home? Is it a museum? Is it a wedding venue? It’s all three! Situated on the grounds of the Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens in Winter Park, FL, this historic home turned wedding venue exudes modern elegance mixed with Southern grace. Exchange vows in the lush lakefront backyard, dance the night away with your nearest & dearest on the home’s brick-paved patio, and capture intimate bridal portraits among the home’s historic features. The grounds showcase beautiful stone carvings that perfectly blend nature, art, and history, with the vibrant and unique Albin Polasek house museum just visible across the property. Weddings at Capen House have the option of either indoor or outdoor weddings, with indoor space holding 125 guests standing / 80 seated and outdoor seating accommodating 150+ guests.
How much does it cost to get married at Capen House?
Capen House is one of Orlando’s most popular historic home wedding venues, yet their pricing is surprisingly affordable for 6 or 8 hour rentals of the full property (12hr rentals clock in just above the $2,000 mark). Peak wedding season (October–April) pricing for a 6hr rental is listed at $1,750 for weekdays, with off-season (May–September) weekday pricing of just $1,250 or weekend pricing of $1,750. An 8hr rental on an off-season weekday is still an affordable $1,750 as well, with weekends or peak season pricing hitting into the $2,000 and up range—a great option if your budget has a bit more wiggle room.
PICTURE CREDIT: OSCEOLA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY WEBSITE
6. Osceola County Historical Society in Kissimmee, FL
Step into the past with a rustic country wedding at the Osceola County Historical Society in Kissimmee, FL. This immersive museum experience offers a charming, budget-friendly museum wedding venue perfect for couples seeking historic character without high cost. The iconic ten-acre Pioneer Village hosts a replica 1800s church as well as a rustic train depot, oak-shaded ceremony lawn, and screened pavilion for receptions. You and your guests will really feel like you’ve been transported back to the past as you exchange vows in the church’s wood-paneled sanctuary or underneath the sweeping oak tree, and dance the night away under the stars in your private country town. With countless opportunities for intimate wedding photos, oodles of charm and historical accuracy, a rustic country museum wedding at the Osceola County Historical Society is sure to offer a one-of-a-kind experience.
How much does it cost to get married at the Osceola County Historical Society?
The Osceola County Historical Society in Kissimmee, FL is an affordable wedding venue for both intimate celebrations as well as large gatherings. Ceremonies only for up to 50 guests start at $500, with ceremonies plus wedding receptions for gatherings of 100-150 guests priced at $3,200. (Intimate weddings and weddings under 100 guests have pricing within that overall range.)
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PICTURE CREDIT: ORANGE COUNTY REGIONAL HISTORY CENTER WEBSITE
7. The Orange County Regional History Center in Orlando, FL
Orlando’s signature history museum, the Orange County Regional History Center in downtown Orlando, offers a true museum-like wedding venue experience blending historic architecture, unique exhibits, and classic elegance. The restored, wood-paneled 1927 courtroom provides a unique yet formal setting for exchanging vows, or you can opt to say “I do” in the outdoor Heritage Square courtyard right in the heart of downtown. We especially love the Art Deco-style multi-level staircase as a dramatic backdrop for bridal photos. Dine and dance in the Traveling Exhibit Hall or rent the entire museum as an unforgettable night for you and your guests. Accommodating up to 200 guests, the museum states that it includes many extras that are often additional fees at other venues, including a bridal suite, lighting, and tables and chairs (however, please contact the museum directly to confirm). If you’re seeking a museum wedding venue with Art Deco historic charm, downtown convenience, and budget-conscious options, the History Center beautifully balances affordability and character.
How much does it cost to get married at the Orange County Regional History Center?
Pricing for the Orange County Regional History Center weddings are not published on the center’s website, but our research shows some ballparks. (Keep in mind these numbers might be outdated or dependent on different factors, so be sure to contact the center directly for a personalized quote.) Pricing for ceremonies only appear to sit in the $1,700–$2,200 range, depending on wedding size and day of the week; a full wedding including a multi-hour reception could likely sit higher. However, if you’re interested in a wedding at this iconic Orlando museum, be sure to reach out and discuss your budget as they may offer flexible packages to meet your needs.
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