Planning your dream beach wedding in Palm Cove? This idyllic seaside village in Tropical North Queensland is the perfect destination for couples seeking a romantic, laid-back celebration by the sea. With its palm-fringed beaches, breathtaking views of the Coral Sea, and a variety of luxury venues and accommodation options, Palm Cove is one of Australia’s most sought-after locations for destination weddings. Whether you’re envisioning a barefoot ceremony on the sand or an elegant reception under the stars, Palm Cove offers everything you need to bring your dream beach wedding to life. 

Today on Polka Dot Honeymoons, Liz Inglis from Tourism Tropical North Queensland is sharing why this tropical paradise is the ultimate setting for your big day and your honeymoon too.

Palm Cove Beach | Photography by Ian Stone 

Why Choose Palm Cove for Your Destination Wedding?

A coconut palm-fringed beach with a jetty stretching out towards Double Island sets the scene for many a wedding photo at picturesque Palm Cove in Tropical North Queensland. The idyllic seaside village is a popular choice for destination weddings with warm weather all year round and diverse accommodation options all within walking distance of ceremony locations and function venues.

Palm Cove Beach | Photography by Ian Stone 

Romantic Beach Wedding Ceremonies Under the Palms

Many couples like to kick off their shoes and exchange vows on the beach between the coconut palms or under a tropical archway on the foreshore with the Coral Sea as the backdrop.

Weather-Proof Wedding Venues with Ocean Views

Those worried about their heels in the sand can still say ‘I do’ with the benefit of an ocean view at the seaside chapel. This venue at the Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore boasts absolute beachfront and gives you the surety that your ceremony can proceed no matter the weather.

The resort is home to the award-winning Nu Nu restaurant with Palm Cove’s famous avenue of coconut palms which can be festooned with lights for the ultimate outdoor beachside reception.

Nu Nu restaurant | Photography by Ian Stone 

Luxury Resort Wedding Packages in Palm Cove

Five star options include the Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa where there is a range of indoor and outdoor settings including the beach, around the pool, an elevated terrace overlooking the pool, function rooms and the restaurant.

Peppers Beach Club & Spa has similar options and like the other five-star Palm Cove venues has the advantage of all-inclusive packages for the ceremony and reception as well as ample accommodation for wedding guests.

Elopements & Intimate Weddings at The Reef House Adults Retreat

Palm Cove is home to TripAdvisor’s No1 Luxury Hotel in the South Pacific, The Reef House Adults Retreat, a popular location for couples wanting to elope and relax in five-star luxury.

Palm Cove Beach | Photography by Ian Stone 

Unique Reception Venues with Beachfront Views

Events spaces for receptions include The Surf Club Palm Cove’s function room overlooking the beach or choose one of the many beachfront restaurants such as Vivo, a stunning Queenslander-style building with open timber decks.

Where to Stay – Palm Cove Wedding Guest Accommodation

Accommodation options are plentiful with luxury and mid-range apartments, holiday-let homes and even a beachfront caravan park to choose from. In the first quarter of 2026 the Hilton Palm Cove Resort & Spa will open with extensive grounds and function space adding to the range of wedding venues.

Stress-Free Wedding Planning in Palm Cove

Palm Cove Weddings and South Pacific Bridal each offer a wedding planning service at Palm Cove to assist couples to plan a beautiful celebration of their commitment to each other. This can make it easier to choose photographers, a celebrant, florists and ensure the venue is decorated to your wedding theme.

If you want to keep it simple, celebrant Di Bailey from It Takes 2 is among the many celebrants who can guide you through the formalities before your special day.

Palm Cove Chapel | Photography by Ian Stone 

Pre-Wedding Fun & Post-Wedding Honeymoons in Paradise

Spending valuable time with your family and friends ahead of your wedding day can be a lot of fun and help the families of the bride and groom get to know each other. There are several spas for bridal parties to relax in ahead of the big day or you can book tours to explore the Great Barrier Reef and the world’s oldest rainforest with transfers straight from your Palm Cove hotel.

Palm Cove | Photography by Ian Stone 

Make Your Palm Cove Wedding Unforgettable

Palm Cove is the ultimate destination for a beach wedding that is fun, relaxed and simply stunning. And the memories don’t have to end there as Palm Cove is also the perfect location for a honeymoon to unwind after your big day.

About the Author: Liz Inglis manages the media for Tourism Tropical North Queensland, the destination marketing organisation for the northern-most part of Queensland where the Great Barrier Reef meets the world’s oldest rainforest. She has lived at the Cairns northern beaches for more than three decades and enjoys watching many weddings take place in this tropical paradise.