Melbourne Riverside

O’Connell Reserve is a peaceful, green pocket right by the Yarra River, tucked away from the busier parts of Richmond.

Location Highlights: With open lawns, tall trees, and gentle river views, O’Connell Reserve has a calm, natural atmosphere that feels surprisingly secluded for somewhere so close to the city. The reserve sits within Richmond’s quieter riverside precinct, near the Burnley end, which gives it a relaxed, intimate feel that suits small gatherings beautifully.

Local features: Richmond is a great choice for couples wanting a natural, leafy atmosphere that is still close to the city- giving couples and guests easy access to transport, accommodation, and great food and drink options for celebrating afterwards

Exact ceremony location: At Just Married Weddings, we use set locations, but not always a fixed spot within those locations. This is because our experienced celebrants (and affiliated photographers) choose the best ceremony spot on the day, based on weather, lighting, time of day, and what else is happening nearby.

You’ll always receive clear meeting point instructions before your ceremony, and your celebrant will guide you from there. If you have a specific spot within the park in mind, simply let your celebrant know in advance — they’ll do their best to accommodate it and ensure the best possible experience on the day.

Other places you might consider:  In Melbourne we have a beach ceremony location and a CBD park ceremony location, as well as a few other options for Melbourne elopements and micro weddings. Of course, we also have many other locations Australia-wide. 

*New location – more photos coming soon*