Wedding Inspiration

Say “I Do” in a Tropical Waterfall Garden

A ceremony surrounded by water, palms, and tropical gardens gives your vows a setting that feels peaceful, private, and unmistakably Miami.

Aerial view of the tropical pond ceremony setting and guest seating at Longan’s Place in Miami
A tropical pond ceremony setting surrounded by palms in Miami’s Redland.

Years later, couples may forget a few details from the reception. They remember the walk toward each other, the vows, and the place where it all happened.

At Longan’s Place, that place is a private tropical garden beside a quiet pond and waterfall feature in Miami’s Redland. It feels far removed from a hotel ballroom. The reception is still only a short walk away on the same property.

Your ceremony should feel like the beginning of your story, not simply the start of a schedule.

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Why a waterfall garden ceremony feels different

Moving water brings a natural calm to the ceremony. Surrounded by palms and lush greenery, the setting feels intimate even when family and friends are gathered around you.

The setting could not be picked up and recreated in a ballroom. The garden, pond, bridge, and waterfall feature are part of what guests experience when they arrive.

Newlyweds on the flower-lined garden bridge at Longan’s Place in Miami
The flower-lined garden bridge creates a natural path through the ceremony setting.

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Portraits with more than one beautiful backdrop

A private garden gives your photographer plenty to work with without taking you away from your guests. Couples can take portraits beside the illuminated fountain, along palm-lined paths, on the bridge, and in the soft light of the gardens.

Your gallery can move from evening portraits by the water to warm golden-hour images, all while the celebration continues nearby.

Newlyweds beside the illuminated tiered fountain at Longan’s Place
An evening portrait beside the illuminated fountain.
Newlyweds walking through the Longan’s Place garden at golden hour
Golden-hour light in the tropical garden.

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From ceremony to reception in one place

After the ceremony, guests do not need to drive to another location or wait through a long gap. The celebration moves naturally from the garden to the reception space on the same private property.

Longan’s Place offers several ways to celebrate, including Ceremony Only, Petite and Micro Weddings, and full wedding packages. Depending on the option selected, packages can include reception dining, catering, coordination, seating, florals, entertainment, and other wedding-day essentials.

Reception tables and sweetheart table beneath the tiki-hut roof at Longan’s Place
The open-air tiki-hut reception space dressed for dinner and dancing.

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A setting for intimate vows and larger celebrations

The same tropical setting can feel personal for a small guest list and grand for a larger gathering. Longan’s Place hosts intimate Ceremony Only celebrations, Petite and Micro Weddings, and full events for up to 180 guests.

The best choice depends on your guest count, preferred day, and how much of the celebration you want included. Our team can help you compare the options and prepare a personalized proposal for your date.

Ceremony Only

An intimate ceremony option for 2 to 50 guests.

Petite & Micro

Smaller Monday through Thursday celebrations with ceremony and reception options.

Full Weddings

Package choices for celebrations of up to 180 guests.

Picture your day

Come hear the water and walk the gardens

Photos can introduce the setting, but seeing it in person is the best way to imagine your wedding day. Schedule a private tour or request a personalized proposal for your preferred date and guest count.

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