Briza on the Bay is an estate destination wedding venue in FL, United States, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Miami International Airport (MIA), 20-30 minutes. Best months: February, April, May, November.
Briza on the Bay
Briza on the Bay showcases sweeping Biscayne Bay vistas from its bayfront perch along Miami's North Shore Drive, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame water views and city skyline beyond.
About Briza on the Bay
Briza on the Bay showcases sweeping Biscayne Bay vistas from its bayfront perch along Miami's North Shore Drive, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame water views and city skyline beyond.
The venue's modern architecture and open-air spaces capitalize on the waterfront location, offering natural light and tropical breezes as backdrops for ceremonies and receptions.
Located at 1717 N Bayshore Drive, this 5,000+ sq ft estate-style venue sits directly on the water's edge.
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Do not look any further! Briza on the Bay is where it's at! I had my wedding here almost two months ago and I couldn't be any happier! Gerry was very nice and helpful on getting my wedding booked.
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Money
- Price
- US$150 to US$300 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MIA, 30 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Coastal, modern, elegantAisle estimate
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Direct Biscayne Bay waterfront with unobstructed sunset and water views
- 5,000+ square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space
- Floor-to-ceiling windows providing natural light and panoramic vistas
- On-site parking and private bayfront setting within Miami city limits
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMWelcome reception and rehearsal dinner with bay views
- 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMCeremony on bayfront lawn or inside with water backdrop
- 12:00 PM - 2:00 PMCocktail hour with waterfront access and light bites
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MIA · about 30 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Miami International Airport.
- Typical total
- $15,000-30,000+Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
$15,000-30,000+ (50-100 guests with catering and rentals)
- Ceremony fee
- $2,500-4,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $85-150 a headAisle estimate
- Room rate
- $150-400 a nightAisle estimate
See the full figure+
$150-400 (nearby hotels)
- Weather window
- April – May
The months the weather is kindest, with February and November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (786) 350-2220
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies significantly based on season, day of week, and add-on services. Contact venue directly for custom proposal. Destination wedding packages may offer discounts for multi-day events.
Questions about the venue
What is the venue's maximum guest capacity?+
Briza on the Bay accommodates up to 150 guests for receptions, with flexible configurations for ceremonies of 20-150 attendees.
Are outside catering and vendors permitted?+
The venue typically works with an approved vendor list. Contact the team directly at the website or phone to discuss specific catering and vendor requirements.
What time can events run until?+
Event times vary seasonally and by day of week. Confirm specific end times when booking, as waterfront venues in Miami have local noise ordinances.
Is the venue accessible by water taxi?+
Yes, the bayfront location allows for water taxi arrival. This can add a distinctive entrance element for destination wedding guests.
What is included in the venue rental?+
Rental typically includes space, tables, chairs, and basic linens. Review the specific package details on their website or request a detailed proposal.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
In-house catering: Yes
“In-house catering supports plated dinners for formal receptions and reception-style menus for cocktail-forward celebrations.”
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