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Riviera Waterfront Mansion Wedding Photographer
LimitedSee exclusive Riviera pricing for this venueThe Riviera in Massapequa is one of our favorite rooms on the whole island, and not just because of the water. We are a house vendor here, so Riviera couples get perks, extras, and special discounts when they book us. We know the staff, we know the timeline, and we know exactly where to be when the light comes off the bay at golden hour. We have shot here enough that our couples notice. One of them put it best. We knew the Riviera and all the most amazing places to take photos.
The venue at a glance
Riviera Waterfront Mansion in Massapequa
The Riviera Waterfront Mansion is a waterfront catering hall and wedding venue at 200 E Shore Dr, Massapequa, NY 11758, on the South Shore bay. The day is built around the gazebo ceremony, 300 feet of waterfront grounds, cocktail-hour light on the water, and the ballroom after dark.
- Address
- 200 E Shore Dr, Massapequa, NY 11758
- Type
- waterfront venue
- Town
- Massapequa, NY
- County
- Nassau County
- Guest capacity
- Roughly 100 to 300 guests
- Ceremony
- Indoor and outdoor options
Where the photos happen
Best photo locations at the Riviera
The waterfront ceremony space, 300 feet of waterfront grounds for the cocktail hour portraits, and the light off the bay in the last hour before the reception.
How the day runs
The shot most couples do not plan for
The six hour timeline at the Riviera moves fast, and the shot most couples do not plan for is the cocktail hour light coming off the water. We plan the whole day around it so you actually get it.
Best outdoor light spring through early fall.
One team, three layers
Photo, film, and content at Riviera Waterfront Mansion, all from one team
You do not need to hire three vendors who have never met. Your photographers, your videographer, and your content creator come from the same studio, plan your timeline together, and work the day together. One point of contact, one timeline, and real prices on the site.
Before the wedding
Engagement photos near Massapequa
If you want engagement photos before the wedding, Massapequa has good spots for them. We can shoot your session close to your venue.
October 2, 2026
Amanda and Gabriele at the Riviera
The newest wedding at the Riviera Waterfront Mansion. Amanda & Gabriele Morrone, from getting ready to the last dance on the bay. Open the full gallery.
October 3, 2026
Stephanie and Peter at the Riviera
Stephanie & Peter Spano, from the church aisle to the lawn on the bay. Open the full gallery.
July 25, 2026
Gabriela and Jakub at the Riviera
Gabriela & Jakub Pycior, from getting ready through the last dance. Open the full gallery.
From an earlier wedding
Melanie and Matthew at the Riviera
A full day at the Riviera, from the garden portraits to the ceremony under the gazebo and the ballroom. Open the full gallery.
The questions couples ask
Photographing a wedding at the Riviera
Where is the Riviera Waterfront Mansion?
The Riviera Waterfront Mansion is at 200 E Shore Dr, Massapequa, NY 11758, a waterfront wedding venue on the South Shore bay in Nassau County. Indoor and outdoor ceremonies, a grounds photo hour, and room for roughly 100 to 300 guests.
Do you know the Riviera Waterfront Mansion?
We do, and well. We are a house vendor at the Riviera Waterfront Mansion in Massapequa. We know the staff, the timeline, and exactly where to be when the light comes off the bay at golden hour. Our couples notice. One of them put it best. We knew the Riviera and all the most amazing places to take photos.
Where are the best Riviera Waterfront Mansion wedding photos taken?
The waterfront gazebo ceremony, 300 feet of waterfront grounds at sunset, cocktail-hour light on the bay, and the ballroom after dark. We plan the six hour timeline around that cocktail-hour window so the grounds are still yours while the light is warm.
What does a Riviera Waterfront Mansion wedding photographer cost?
The wedding starts at $3,200 for two photographers and eight hours, with every edited image in a private gallery. Riviera Waterfront Mansion couples get a house-vendor discount on top of that. An additional photographer, an additional videographer once film is booked, and a content creator are each $1,500 from the same team. Real prices are on the pricing page.
How many hours of coverage do we need at the Riviera?
The six hour timeline at the Riviera Waterfront Mansion moves fast. For most couples eight hours is the comfortable amount, so you get the getting ready light, the gazebo ceremony, the cocktail hour bay light, and a full set of portraits before the reception takes over.
When is the best time of year for a Riviera Waterfront Mansion wedding?
The outdoor light is best spring through early fall, when cocktail hour lands close to golden hour and the bay glows in the last hour before the reception. We map the sun for your exact date either way, including winter ballroom weddings.
Is there a Riviera Waterfront Mansion photographer discount?
Yes. We are a house vendor at the Riviera Waterfront Mansion, so Riviera couples get perks, extras, and special discounts with us. Mention the Riviera when you reach out and we will apply it to your quote.