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Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens
4.7 ★★★★★ 877 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in San Clemente, California
Historic home & gardens of the founder of San Clemente, offering a range of cultural & arts events.
Plan your tour
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 949-498-2139
- Website casaromantica.org — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 1–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 1–6 pm |
| Thursday | 1–6 pm |
| Friday | 1–6 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–2 pm |
The setting
“The Ole Hanson estate perched on the cliffs above the pier is a stunning piece of architecture, and the gardens are impeccably kept.”
“Wine tasting and the mariachi night as well as the tea are my favorites.”
“This is the historic house of San Clemente's founding father and first mayer.”
What couples say again and again
“I brought my grandparents to get a taste of San Clemente’s history through their museum and to enjoy lunch with a gorgeous view of the ocean’s horizon.”
“Free parking lot, there is a small entrance fee.”
From the reviews
This is an absolutely beautiful experience. I have been here for both public and private events and every time has proven to be a memorable experience. The Casa itself is beautiful, the encaustic tiles have got to be one of my favorite features (the terrace view is at the top of the list as well) The staff are…
We have been wanting to visit San Clemente, for a while now. We decided to go on the first Sunday of the month for the museum. It is best to arrive in time to explore at least two hours. They close at 2. What a special place and friendly host and atmosphere.
I love Casa Romantica Cultural Center! It has beautiful events, music and community based programs. The art shows are particularly great and well attended. The Events manager must be very busy because each season is celebrated. I plan to join the volunteer program since it just looks fun.
Getting married at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens
Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth it. First, see the garden at the time of day and season you'd actually get married — a garden that glows at golden hour in June can look very different at noon in March, so ask what's in bloom for your date and walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move, and does it hold everyone?), shade and bugs for a summer afternoon, the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular garden dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens — garden venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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