Unique Kiwi Weddings
The wedding venue for couples wanting a Kiwi vibe in a
stylish location. On beautiful Scenic Drive, Auckland.
In The Heart Of Nature
A Slice of Heaven to Call Your Own
Surrounded by ferns and palms in the Waitākere Ranges, Tui Hills blends natural beauty with award-winning architecture. Designed for up to 120 guests, packages range from around $2,000 to $32,000+ – giving you the freedom to create a relaxed, stylish celebration that feels effortlessly yours. With planning, styling and hire options to match your vision, everything about Tui Hills is as stress-free as the setting itself.
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Tailored for You – Shaped by Nature
We don’t just promise beautiful weddings — we deliver them, crafted around your vision. Set among native ferns, palms and bush-clad hills, Tui Hills offers a distinctly Kiwi backdrop that does the heavy lifting. Our experienced stylists and coordinators keep everything seamless, with thoughtful options to honour cultural traditions, including Indian, Chinese, Pasifika and Filipino celebrations.
Slices of Venue Heaven
On beautiful Scenic Drive, Tui Hills marries the barely-tamed beauty of the palms and ferns of the Waitakere Ranges with modern chic, in a series enchanting spaces ready to host your ultimate kiwi wedding.
Three major renovations since 2019 have created an exceptional combination of natural beauty, historic character and award-winning architecture.
The Kowhai Glade with its iconic rotunda is a favourite for couples wanting to marry in a secluded, serene garden. The air-conditioned Nectar Room is the historic heart of the venue, which has been freshened with a full redecoration and the addition of a hanging garden.
The third space is the award-winning 160 sqm Nikau Pavilion with a 7 m-high roof and all-around glass walls that can be opened to connect guests with the outdoors while remaining under cover.
Absolutely Stunning. We can’t express how lovely everything turned out for us. Tui Hills was the very first venue we toured and we are so glad we chose it.
We were so impressed with both the venue and the services providers by the Tui Hills team, and would recommend Tui Hills to everyone! The venue was absolutely stunning & felt very “Kiwi”.
Why couples choose us
Most venues look good in photos. The real difference is what sits behind the setting: the team, wedding format, planning and styling support, reviews and practical details that shape the day.
These are the reasons couples choose Tui Hills after comparing options.
20+
years as a dedicated wedding venue
An established track record to count on
90%+
five-star Google ratings
Strong feedback from couples and guests
3
wedding formats for different plans
Classic 8.5 hrs, Compact 5.5, Pop-up 2.5
4
food & drinks packages
Bronze to Platinum, with lots of variety
8
planners, stylists and florists
The professionals behind your day
9+
on-site photo locations
Kowhai Glade, secret fountain and more
Making Your Special Day
Creating your one-of-a-kind wedding is so much easier with the options available at Tui Hills. You can select decor and floral styling, a digital photo booth, lawn games, a champagne tower, giant LOVE letters, the Tui Suite brides room and more.
Then there’s the all-important planning services. These include a free wedding coordinator on the day (valued at $1,500) as standard, plus the choice of working with our expert wedding planner/stylist. You can get as much or as little help as you want, mixing and matching what’s on offer. To ensure your vision comes to life, while keeping stress to a minimum, you can choose our full Concierge Wedding service.
Coordinated Style
You can choose to have your venue styling taken care of by us, including flowers. There’s a wonderful range of styles with coordinate colours from modern to subtle classic.
Party, Party, Party
You’ll have a great party, with everything you need available at the venue, from a digital photo booth to giant LED love letters and more. We can even organise a DJ or live band.
Be Pampered
Get the total experience by hiring the Tui Suite on your big day. Bridal parties love the pro lighting for hair and makeup, comfy sofas, full-length mirror and private bathroom.
Planning Help
Relax & enjoy your day with planning and day-of coordination – $1,500+ of value included free. Have our Concierge planners organise styling, even find and book the best vendors.
The venue was stunning and exactly what we were after. The staff were wonderful and made us feel so relaxed and cared for throughout the whole day.
I was absolutely blown away by the beauty of our venue. Everything was set up perfectly and exceeded our expectations. The team were amazing to deal with throughout.
Big Beautiful Weddings
With a capacity of 120 guests, Tui Hills provides the space, planning and styling services for wonderful large weddings.
Green Winter Weddings
With year-round native greenery and a huge indoor space, couples are choosing Tui Hills for cost-saving winter weddings.
Intimate, Small Weddings
From the secluded Kowhai Glade to the welcoming Nectar Room you’ll love the intimate, romantic feel for smaller weddings.
Real Weddings
From the secluded Kowhai Glade & Rotunda to the historic Nectar Room, see why couples fall in love with Tui Hills.
Food Glorious Food
Your guests will go home talking about the tasty food at your wedding. Enjoy classic Kiwi cuisine with a gourmet twist.
12 Photo Spots
From the secret fountain and Kowhai Glade to the lookout and Bethells Beach, take your pick of photo spots.
How Much?
We’ll create the wedding venue package you want at a range of budget options – typically costing $5,000-25,000.
Cultural Weddings
We celebrate the multi-cultural nature of weddings today, with traditional rituals and culture mixing with modern Kiwi style. We can work with all couples to meet their specific requirements relating to religious and cultural needs and have created specific packages for Chinese, Indian and Pasifika weddings. Click on the buttons below for more information.
Chinese
Filipino
Indian
Pasifika
Celebrate Equality
On August 19, 2013, the Marriage Amendment Act made it possible for New Zealanders to marry regardless of sexual orientation. It’s a date to be celebrated. We look forward to seeing many same-sex couples marrying at Tui Hills.
No. 1 Destination
Looking to have your wedding in Auckland but worried about finding the right venue and organising from long distance? We offer a unique range of services to help you decide if we’re right for you, and help organise your big day.
Easy Payments
Budgeting for an Auckland wedding has its difficulties, without having to find big lump sums or remembering to save up. Most of our couples find our Easy Wedding payment plan the perfect solution, invoiced monthly to keep you on track.
Stay Next Door & Save 10%
Chapman House offers the ultimate convenience — a premium homestay just a couple of minutes’ walk from Tui Hills. With space for up to 10 guests, it’s perfect for wedding parties, family or friends looking to stay close and celebrate together.
Bookings are managed directly with us on a first-come, first-served basis, so secure your dates early. By booking direct you’ll save 10% compared with Airbnb or Booking.com, while enjoying modern interiors, stunning views and the privacy of your own retreat.
The property features a refurbished kitchen, stylish bedrooms and bathrooms, and a spacious lounge-dining area that flows onto a wide deck overlooking the valley. It’s a relaxing, elevated space designed for everything from quiet morning coffees to evening toasts with loved ones.
Prefer a Vineyard Setting?
If you’d prefer the vineyard look, our sister venue Abel Estate is just 15 minutes away in Kumeū. With its lakeside lawn, elegant marquee, and modern-luxe design, Abel Estate offers a beautiful alternative to Tui Hills’ native bush backdrop.
Couples who want the elegance of a vineyard combined with easy access to Auckland’s CBD find Abel Estate the perfect match. Its spaces are designed for all-weather celebrations, offering both indoor refinement and stunning outdoor views that change with the seasons.
Together, Tui Hills and Abel Estate give you two exceptional but very different choices. Whether your style leans toward a natural bush retreat or vineyard elegance by the water, both venues share the same trusted team, catering, and planning expertise.
Other couples should absolutely consider Tui Hills because it offers the full package: breathtaking atmosphere, excellent service, and peace of mind.
The venue looked so magical. Having the ceremony, reception and photo locations all in the same property was so convenient – no need to fuss around moving!
Planning an Event?
Tui Hills also hosts private celebrations, corporate functions and team experiences throughout the year, set among native ferns and palms on Scenic Drive in the Waitakere Ranges.
Parties & Functions
Birthdays, company celebrations and private events.
Team Building
Outdoor activities and company team days.
Christmas Events
End-of-year celebrations and festive parties.
120
guest capacity
Suitable for 10-120 people
Comfortable scale for the full venue
1
wedding a day
Exclusive use of the full venue & grounds
No shared wedding spaces
30
minutes from Auckland CBD
Close enough for guests
Far enough to feel rural
