Wedding reception toasts at The New Newbury Boston

Eileen and Conor’s wedding at The Newbury Boston was a winter day in the middle of downtown Boston. A gorgeous venue and an iconic location for portraits like Boston Public Garden really took the day to the next level. The Newbury has to be one of the best Boston wedding venues I’ve gotten the privilege to photograph at!

With a church ceremony in the South End and a reception at The Newbury, the day was both very traditional and modern. Winter weddings in Boston have a natural holiday charm to them, and Eileen and Conor’s wedding right before Christmas had that magic. I will always love a winter wedding in Boston!

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The Newbury Boston wedding venue in Back Bay

Why The Newbury Boston Is a 10/10 Wedding Venue

One thing I really love from shooting weddings at The Newbury Boston, is how the location, the space and the experience work so well together! If you plan it right, the day can flow together seamlessly while still feeling completely like top shelf, high luxury. Here are a few of the things I noticed as a wedding photographer that brought their day to the next level, and gave Eileen and Conor the space to enjoy every moment.

Back Bay Boston

The hotel is right across from the Boston Public Garden and just off Newbury Street in the Back Bay neighborhood. You can literally walk out the front doors at The Newbury and be at one of the best photo locations in Boston within minutes. Removing travel time for a downtown wedding is absolutely huge since it gives you more time with your people, and less time rushing around.

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Couple kiss in the Boston Public Garden at their Back Bay wedding

Getting Ready Space

The suites at The Newbury are a really good place to start the day. There’s a lot of natural light for prep photos, views straight into the Public Garden, and enough space for everyone to spread out and enjoy the morning together.

Bridal party poses for photos at The Newbury Boston for wedding

A Ceremony at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross

Before making their way to The Newbury, Eileen and Conor were married at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Boston's South End. The scale of the church is absolutely incredible. The vaulted wood ceilings, stone details, and long center aisle made their wedding ceremony feel so open and grand. Combined with the Christmas trees decorating the cathedral, it really was a gorgeous winter wedding venue in Boston.

The Cathedral of the Holy Cross wedding venue in Boston

The Ballroom

The ballroom at The Newbury overlooks the Public Garden, so throughout the day you’re either getting the natural light garden views, or city lights and the skyline at night. Obsessed. They do an amazing job at making the ballroom feel like a natural extension of the garden with natural touches in the decor.

The Newbury was recently voted one of the best wedding venues with luxury ballrooms in Boston, so from top to bottom, every inch is going to be elegant even before you start adding your personality to it. You can see more about their wedding spaces and the ballrooms specifically here.

Elegant wedding reception decor at The Newbury Boston ballroom

Guest Experience

If you’ll be hosting out of town guests for your wedding, you can have them stay at The Newbury! Being in Back Bay makes the entire weekend easy, and they’ll have everything they need within a few minutes walk downtown. I can also say personally, from experience as a photographer working with the wedding team at The Newbury, and attending a wedding at The Newbury as a guest, they deliver an incredible level of service and attention!

Christmas decorations at The Newbury Boston ballroom wedding reception

Boston Public Garden Wedding Photos

One of my favorite parts of their wedding day was taking photos with the wedding party in the Boston Public Garden. We used the bridge for portraits, which gave us a classic downtown Boston vibe. Since it’s a busy area, it does mean that you may have to manage traffic and work quickly, but trust me when I say it’s worth every second! I would highly recommend having an experienced photographer who’s worked here before and knows how to handle crowds.

Having a location like the garden right across the street from the wedding venue was a dream! The time set aside in the timeline was used fully for photos, not travel. Having experience directing the wedding party (and sometimes, traffic!) for photos definitely helps make the most out of time for photos as well.

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Bridal party on the bridge at the Boston Public Garden in Back Bay

Bride and her bridesmaids walk on the bridge in the Boston Public Garden

Bridal party walks in Back Bay for The Newbury Boston wedding

Tips For Your Wedding at The Newbury Boston

The Newbury team was great to work with and really made the day stay organized and on track. Since Eileen and Conor had a great vendor team, you could really sense they were present in the moment instead of feeling squeezed for time.

If you’re considering The Newbury Boston for your wedding, a few things to keep in mind.

It’s a popular Boston wedding venue, so booking early is important.
Work with a planner familiar with the venue to get the most out of the space and keep your timeline on track.
You absolutely have to make time for photos in the Boston Public Garden!

Reception drinks at The Newbury Boston wedding venue

Planning a Wedding in Downtown Boston?

If you’re planning your wedding at The Newbury or in downtown Boston, I’d love to connect! Being familiar with the best spots in Boston and across New England, I’d love to help you document your wedding day with an artful eye. Reach out to chat about your wedding plans, I can’t wait to meet you!

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