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Castle Wedding Venues in Iowa
6 castle wedding venues across 6 cities in Iowa — including 2 you can stay in. Castles are spread thin, so browse them all below, then tour your favorites in person.
Top-rated castles in Iowa
Ranked by what couples say — rating weighted by review count. See the full best-of-Iowa ranking →
The Renwick Mansion
4.8 ★★★★★ 204 reviews
Stunning 19th-century manor with a turret, hosting weddings, parties and comedy shows.
Green Castle Recreation Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 187 reviews
Local lake and park with trails for walking, plus bison, swans and geese.
Palace Event Center
4.5 ★★★★★ 167 reviews
Event venue featuring bridal suites, a kitchen, and a bar, as well as sustainable tableware.
Castle Unicorn
4.8 ★★★★★ 148 reviews
Event venue for weddings and receptions in a castle-like structure surrounded by woodland.
The Chateau at White Oak
4.8 ★★★★★ 109 reviews
Event venue and vineyard hosting weddings, with praise for the staff, food, and views.
Santa's Castle
4.6 ★★★★★ 95 reviews
Family-oriented tourist attraction offering holiday displays, a scavenger hunt, and souvenirs.
Where the castles are in Iowa
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Looking beyond Iowa?
Real castles are rare enough that the right one is often worth a drive across the state line — some of the country's best are next door.