St Augustine by the Sea is about 30 minutes away from H0nolulu airport, making it very easy to find. Being located in Waikiki, it is also near plenty of hotels, giving couples many options for getting ready locations and wedding reception spaces.

The church is beautifully built, featuring gorgeous stained glass windows, high vaulted ceilings, and a very long aisle lined with pews. It features a lot of wood tones, making it look somewhat rustic, but still very elegant.

Decorations allowed at the church are very minimal, but you may be allowed to add some floral decorations on the aisle. Many Catholic churches have very specific guidelines on what is not allowed on the property, so it would be a good idea to verify and find out beforehand and see what alternatives are permitted.

One of the requirements to be able to have a ceremony in St. Augustine by the Sea is that the bride and groom must both be baptized in the Catholic church. Weddings should also be booked and scheduled at least 10 months in advance. You should also make sure that your paperwork is complete, most of which are listed here.

When preparing for your wedding and are planning to have wedding photography or rice throws, it would be good to verify if it is allowed. Plenty of churches prohibit flash photography and scattering of rice or petals indoors or outdoors. An alternative for this can be bubbles, as it minimizes the need for cleanup, but verifying and clearing it with the church is always a good idea. This ensures that everything will go smoothly on the day of.

What You May Like

The location is a gorgeous church with ocean views, making it a great location for Catholic couples who still want scenic views. The architecture is also very stunning. The guest parking is directly behind the church making easily to access (especially in a wedding dress). If your guests are staying in the nearby hotels, they may to be able to walk there removing the need for transportation to this wedding venue all together.

What You May Not Like

Parking slots are limited, and there may be restrictions on what kind of decorations are allowed. A good rule of thumb is to find alternate parking for guests if the stalls run out, and to find out what decorations and alternatives can work. It can also get dark at this venue which may be troubling for your wedding photography. Ensure you choose a photographer and videographer who is skilled in shooting low light situations to ensure the resulting photo and video come out beautifully.

Website: https://staugustinebythesea.com/

Phone: 808-923-7024

Address:130 ʻŌhua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, United States