Questions To Ask Wedding Venues | Markovina Estate

Free Checklist: What to Ask When Choosing Your Wedding Venue

Important questions couples wished they'd asked before they booked the wrong venue.
The full list of questions we think you should ask can be downloaded through here

Markovina Vineyard Estate His & Hers Cocktails for the Bridal Party

Question #1

How much will my bar tab cost me?

Let the venue walk you through a realistic bar spend based on your guest numbers and drink choices — so there are no surprises later.

Markovina Vineyard Estate Bathroom Facilities

Question #2

Look at the details - is the venue actually well-kept?

Check cleanliness, maintenance, and especially the bathrooms. If the small things are looked after, the big day usually is too.

Markovina Vineyard Estate Main Carpark with Flowering Trees

Question #3

What’s the parking really like?

Your guests’ experience starts the moment they arrive. Check how easy parking is and what the venue looks like from the carpark to the entrance.

Markovina Estate Wedding Venue Reception Under the Vines

Question #4

Is everything you see at your visit included?

You may have visited the venue just prior to a wedding,
ask the question… what isn’t included that is setup today?

Markovina Estate Wedding Venue Buffet Room

Question #5

Are the menus flexible — and how much food is made in-house?

Ask how many chefs they have onsite and whether menu items are made fresh or brought in.
It gives you a clear sense of food quality and how flexible they can be with dietary requests or personal touches.

Question #1Are the menus flexible — and how much food is made in-house? Ask how many chefs they have onsite and whether menu items are made fresh or brought in. It gives you a clear sense of food quality and how flexible they can be with dietary requests or personal touches.

Markovina Estate Wedding Venue Cocktails

Question #2How much will my bar tab cost me? Let the venue walk you through a realistic bar spend based on your guest numbers and drink choices — so there are no surprises later.

Markovina Estate Wedding Venue Table Decor

Question #3Is everything you see at your visit included? You may have visited the venue just prior to a wedding, ask the question… what isn’t included that is setup today?

Question #4What’s the parking really like? Your guests’ experience starts the moment they arrive. Check how easy parking is and what the venue looks like from the carpark to the entrance.

Markovina Estate Wedding Venue Bathroom Photo

Question #5Look at the details - is the venue actually well-kept? Check cleanliness, maintenance, and especially the bathrooms. If the small things are looked after, the big day usually is too.