Penthouse at Riverside Wharf 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.
Penthouse at Riverside Wharf
Guests arrive by private elevator to a 20,000+ sq ft penthouse 40 stories above the Miami River, where floor-to-ceiling glass reveals panoramic water views and the glittering downtown skyline.
About Penthouse at Riverside Wharf
Guests arrive by private elevator to a 20,000+ sq ft penthouse 40 stories above the Miami River, where floor-to-ceiling glass reveals panoramic water views and the glittering downtown skyline.
From the moment they step onto your venue, attendees experience the rare combination of urban sophistication and waterfront tranquility, a setting where the river becomes your backdrop and the city lights set the mood as evening falls.
This full-service estate offers multiple indoor and outdoor spaces, allowing you to choreograph guests through distinct moments rather than a single room.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MIA, 15 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Urban, modern, elegantAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 40-story penthouse with 360-degree views of Biscayne Bay, downtown Miami, and the Miami River
- 20,000+ square feet of customizable event space across multiple levels and terrace areas
- Full-service in-house catering and bar program with dedicated event staff
- Climate-controlled indoor spaces plus expansive outdoor terraces for ceremonies and cocktail hours
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 PMGuest arrival; check-in to penthouse suites; welcome cocktails on main terrace with sunset views
- 2:00 PMCeremony on east-facing terrace with Miami River and city skyline as backdrop
- 3:30 PMCocktail hour on west terrace; passed hors d'oeuvres and open bar
- 5:00 PMReception dinner and dancing in main ballroom with panoramic nighttime city views
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MIA · about 15 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Miami International Airport.
- Typical total
- $25,000–75,000+Aisle estimate
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$25,000–$75,000+ for 50–100 guests including catering, bar, and 2-night accommodation block
- Ceremony fee
- $3,000–8,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $150–350 a headAisle estimate
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$150–$350 (depending on menu and bar selections)
- Room rate
- $250–800 a nightAisle estimate
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$250–$800 (penthouse suites; varies by room type and date)
- 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
- (305) 400-1900
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies significantly based on season, guest count, menu selections, and add-ons (florals, entertainment, A/V). Weekend rates higher than weekdays. Request custom quote via website.
Questions about the venue
What is the guest capacity?+
The venue accommodates 20 to 150 guests depending on configuration and which spaces you use.
Are there guest accommodations on-site?+
Yes, the penthouse includes residential suites available for wedding guests, reducing travel time and creating an all-in-one destination experience.
Can we have both ceremony and reception here?+
Absolutely. Multiple terraces and interior spaces allow you to host the ceremony in one location and move guests to the reception area while maintaining dramatic views throughout the event.
What is included in the venue fee?+
Standard packages include venue rental, on-site catering, full bar service, event coordination, and setup/breakdown. Contact the venue for specific inclusions based on your package.
Is outdoor space weather-protected?+
While terraces are open-air, the venue offers heated areas and can arrange tenting or weather contingency spaces for outdoor programming.
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.