A look down the grand wooden staircase as newlyweds lean in for a kiss at their union station wedding in nashville

Say “I Do” In The Great Union Station Wedding Venue In Nashville

Wedding Venues

While Nashville has so many unique gems for your wedding day venue, I don’t know if any of them come close to a Union Station wedding in Nashville. This train station-turned-hotel dates back to 1900 and offers a time capsule unlike any other. As a Nashville wedding photographer, I recently got the chance to work with a couple to capture the morning before their celebration. Here’s why I think you (yes, you!) should consider incorporating Union Station into your Nashville wedding. 

Details of the exterior and interior beauty of the union station wedding in nashville

About The Union Station Wedding Venue In Nashville 

1001 Broadway, Nashville, Tennessee 37203

Long before Nashville really earned its reputation as Music City, Union Station was serving as a bustling place for people looking for their ticket across the country. The station was a part of the L&N Railroad and saw hundreds of people each day passing through. The building was transformed into a luxury hotel in 1986, and many of the original historic accents were preserved. Whether you’re using this spot for your reception or just need a place to crash after your wedding day, this hotel has charm you’ll remember for the rest of your life! 

A groom's custom monogramed tuxedo jacket next to the bride celebrating in pajamas with bridesmaids on a bed A groom buttons his jacket while standing in a window in his black tuxedo A bride get ready in a window putting earrings on next to her under her veil A groom laughs big with a groomsmen in the getting ready suit in matching black tuxedos Bridesmaids celebrate and cheer seeing the bride in her gown for the first time in pink and yellow gowns

Details of the Grounds

When I got to work with Joe and Chloe on their wedding day, they used Union Station to get ready ahead of their Nashville wedding ceremony. The hotel rooms proved to be a picture-perfect spot for makeup, hair, and pre-wedding celebrations. Once the couple was done getting ready, we headed out to the interior balcony for a truly memorable first look! 

A bride and groom walk across a luxurious balcony at their union station wedding in nashville A bride and groom laugh and kiss on the ornate balcony of their union station wedding in nashville Newlyweds walk holding hands on the balcony by the chandelier during their union station wedding in nashville Newlyweds share quiet moments in a hallway and on the ornate balcony

Union Station loves working with couples on both their ceremonies and receptions. The Grand Lobby has earned a reputation as one of the “Best Hotel Lobbies in the world” by Conde Nast Traveler and offers enough space for up to 300 guests. As you celebrate, you can admire the 65-foot stained glass ceiling, crystal chandeliers, and bas-relief figures. 

Another unique option is the South Wind and Hummingbird Rooms. These spaces are ideal for people who just can’t get enough color in their lives! With cerulean blue paneling and colorful stained glass, these areas are vibrant and luxurious in a way that’s totally Nashville. You will be able to host up to 200 guests in either space. 

For those who want an outdoor space, the venue has a veranda overlooking the city with a permanent roof to keep away any bad weather. This space can hold up to 125 guests. 

A bride stands holding her bouquet with her bridesmaids in white and yellow at her union station wedding in nashville A bride laughs with her bridesmaids under a station canopy in pink and yellow at her union station wedding in nashville A groom stands smiling at the hotel entrance with his many groomsmen next to them all patting him on the shoulders

Photography Opportunities

I can tell you from experience that Union Station Nashville is perfect for your wedding portraits! The day of Joe and Chloe’s wedding, we had so much fun exploring. The stairs were such a great way to show off Chloe’s dress, while the arched windows overlooking the grounds gave us plenty of sunlight to show off her completed look. We also used the balcony and the veranda for portraits of the couple. 

A bride and groom kiss in the back of a vintage car next to the bride sitting and groom kissing her hand in the front seat at their union station wedding in nashville A bride leans on the door of a white car holding her simple white bouquet A groom helps his bride into a vintage white car in downtown next to them leaning on the car at venue  Newlyweds kiss in a hallway next to them holding hands

Wedding Details

Union Station Nashville has a dedicated events team that will be there as you get ready for your wedding day. They have a variety of packages that will include lodging, food, bartending services, and so much more. They can even include valet parking at a discount! 

A bride leans in the corner of an elevator next to her and her groom smiling together at their union station wedding in nashville A groom kisses the temple of his laughing bride in a hallway with wood trim Newlyweds smile at each other next to them with arms around each other on the ornate balcony at their union station wedding in nashville

You Deserve The Excitement Of A Union Station Wedding In Nashville

If you are looking for a historic space for your unique Nashville wedding, I just know you are going to love a Union Station wedding in Nashville. Now, you just need a photographer with experience working here. I can help with that, too! I am a Nashville wedding photographer, and I adore working with couples to document every second of their day. If you want to see if my style is a match for yours, I would love nothing more than to sit down and tell you all about what you can expect. Send me a message today to find out more!