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The Florentine
4.8 ★★★★★ 174 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in Birmingham, Alabama
Ballroom for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners and other events, plus floral design.
Plan your tour
- Capacity couples mention 54–54-guest events in reviews — ask the venue for their stated maximum
- Lodging on-site lodging comes up in reviews and the venue's own info — ask how many beds and whether the wedding-night stay is included
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 205-503-4470
- Website florentinebuilding.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Amenities couples mention
“The great servers and bartenders kept the evening flowing, and the team provided us with our own private dinner while constantly checking in on us.”
What couples say again and again
“Not only is the Florentine ballroom stunning and exactly the “old-Birmingham” look we were going for (this year is their 100th year!”
“He was incredibly detailed, went above and beyond to get us exactly what we wanted, and helped us envision our perfect day.”
“Every request was met with kindness and efficiency, and they seamlessly incorporated our personal touches.”
“Every part of The Florentine is gorgeous, the in-house food is amazing, and Will, the coordinator, is super sweet and easy to work with.”
“Every part of The Florentine is gorgeous, the in-house food is amazing, and Will, the coordinator, is super sweet and easy to work with.”
From the reviews
The Florentine was an absolute dream wedding venue! Everything turned out exactly how we had imagined. Will was such a wonderful coordinator—organized, responsive, and easy to work with—and Michael’s floral designs were stunning. The food was absolutely delicious, and we received so many compliments from our guests.
My now husband and I had our rehearsal dinner in the café and wedding reception in the upstairs ballroom — IT WAS BEAUTIFUL! Every part of The Florentine is gorgeous, the in-house food is amazing, and Will, the coordinator, is super sweet and easy to work with. He will make all your dreams come true.
It was a excellent place. I went there for a wedding reception and the experience was marvelous. They had a great staff and great food, and there was plenty of space. I would recommend The Florentine for any exclusive event. They had an open bar to serve quickly and everyone enjoyed themselves.
My daughter and son-in-law had their wedding reception at The Florentine in June 2022. From the moment we booked the ballroom (a year in advance) until the reception ended, the entire celebration was almost effortless!
Getting married at The Florentine
The Florentine 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.
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