Your Guide to India’s Dreamiest Beach Wedding Hotspots

If your idea of romance includes salty hair, sandy toes, and saying “I do” while the waves celebrate your big day with you, then a beach wedding is basically destiny calling with a seashell phone. And India? Oh, she really understood the assignment. With coastlines that look Photoshopped but aren’t and resorts that spoil you faster than your maasi at a haldi, these are the coolest, most stunning beach wedding destinations in India.

Beach Wedding Destinations For Your Big Day

Goa

The prototype of a classic beach wedding, Goa is that friend who is the soul of a party. From a sundowner sangeet at the beach to saying I do against the Portuguese architecture, Goa’s got you in ways you could only dream of. Goa offers just the perfect balance of party and peace to make your big day rather special. Whether you want a dramatic Bollywood-style sangeet or a quiet, intimate ceremony with just the waves crashing in the background, Goa has just the perfect vibe and even venues for the couples who live for something different yet rooted in tradition.

Kovalam, Kerala

If you want that serene energy while you say, ‘I do,’ Kovalam is just the place for you. With its dreamy Arabian Sea views and the impeccable wellness-meets-wanderlust energy, Kovalam adds a touch of whimsy to your wedding festivities. From Ayurvedic spa days for the bridal squad to the pheras against the sunset and the elegant resorts that make every moment seem like a postcard moment, this city has something for everyone.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands

A little tropical magic for the couples who want something unusual, the Andaman & Nicobar Islands offer the dreamiest backdrop for your big day. With its turquoise waters and stunning views, your wedding would feel like it was decorated by Mother Nature herself. Whether you choose to have it at Radhanagar beach or Havelock Island, you will find yourself surrounded by the exotic charm of crystal-clear waters, soft white sands and the unmatched serenity. It is intimate and just the right fit for couples who want their wedding to be a private affair, a fond memory for all their loved ones, with that dramatic big-time island vibe.

Pondicherry

The city where Boho meets coastal chic, Pondicherry, is for couples who want their wedding to be an aesthetic forward celebration with just the right pinch of drama. With its French architecture and pastel streets, your wedding decor practically designs itself. Opt for seaside ceremonies or go for an all-out celebration, Pondicherry is the best for you if you want your big day to feel grand and yet unrushed and relaxed so that you can enjoy every moment.

Alibaug, Maharashtra

If you want that maximum glam but at a close-to-home destination, Alibaug is your perfect match. Just a ferry ride from Mumbai, this city offers convenience paired with luxury with its beachfront villas, chic hotels and wide sandy shores. It has long become a celebrity favourite for its unmatched tropical vibes perfect for intimate wedding functions. Think beach-side cocktails and pheras under the starry night, you get it all.

Gokarna, Karnataka

For the laid-back couple who want that scenic, “oh-so-dreamy” vibe for their wedding, Gokarna is Goa’s elder sibling. The calmer one whose playlist is filled with Indie music and who loves sunsets. It is perfect for couples who’d love their wedding day to be peaceful and yet every bit the fairytale energy you’d want your big day to have. With its dramatic cliffs and golden beaches, it offers you a wide range of options. You can choose to host your pheras on a cliff top or have a beachside haldi. Gokarna has everything to make your big day even more memorable.