On location

Struggling to find a spot that doesn’t feel a bit been-there-done-that? We rounded up 10 extraordinary venues that neither you (nor your guests!) will ever forget.

Walk on the wild side

There’s nowhere more fitting for two lovebirds to say ‘I do’ than at the zoo (aucklandzoo.co.nz). Alternatively, share your vows with a chorus of songbirds at Zealandia bird sanctuary (visitzealandia.com), a forest-fringed lake located close to Wellington’s town centre.

Up in the air

Begin your life together with a balloon ride over the Canterbury Plains (nzballooning.com). Say your vows as you float gently beneath the sun’s rays.

Treehouse haven

Built into the towering treetops, the Redwoods Treehouse (yellowtreehouse.co.nz) makes for a dramatic location with spectacular views – a fitting backdrop to celebrate true love.

Time for tea

Chandeliers? Check. Harbour views? Check. The Heritage Auckland’s Grand Tea Room is the ultimate in classic elegance (heritagehotels.co.nz).

Making history

Say ‘I do’ against a backdrop of neo-classical columns and stained-glass ceilings at the Auckland War Memorial Museum (aucklandmuseum.com).

Pack a picnic

Beneath a canopy of Pohutukawa trees, Sorrento (sorrento.co.nz) is a secluded 400-acre garden located in the heart of Auckland.

Rooftop romance

Rise above it all with a romantic rooftop reception. Pick a cityscape backdrop at Auckland’s Rydges Hotel (rydges.co.nz ) or opt for views of Lake Wakatipu on the Heritage Hotel’s (heritagehotels.co.nz) rooftop terraces.

Mountains of love

Hamner Springs is known for its thermal pools and crisp mountain air. The Heritage Hamner Spring’s historic buildings and landscaped gardens make a serene spot for ‘I do.’ (heritagehotels.co.nz).