Our top 7 wedding venues with courtyards
If you’ve always pictured your epic Italian wedding in a courtyard, strewn with lights, we’ve got a treat for you. Our La Lista edit of the best Italian venues with stunning courtyards – all unique in shape, location and style of building. You’re welcome.
An epic castle, a short distance outside of Florence, Castello di Bibbione is a great location for a courtyard wedding reception. The grounds boast an olive grove, awesome views and sleep a decent number of guests.
LL insider tip: Best for approx. 70-80 pax to sit comfortably and utilise the inside space if needed too. The area with great views is restricted for use for the ceremony/aperitif only. Use of certain spaces come at additional costs.
Venue: Castello di Bibbione
This authentic Puglia gem not only has a bright, warm courtyard it sleeps a large amount of guests and has modern interiors that make guests stays super comfy.
LL insider tip: Comfy for 80-150 guests to dine.
Venue: Masseria Grieco
A stunning venue with a half-open courtyard that boasts stunning views of the local countryside, Papena is also a stones throw from the incredible San Galgano Abbey.
LL insider tip: Part of the courtyard is slanted so suits ideally max 80 guests
Venue: Tenuta di Papena
It’s no secret that we’re in love with this location and it’s style. The courtyard is fully enclosed and makes the most fantastic setting for a dramatic wedding dinner.
Venue: San Lorenzo a Linari
This courtyard is like no other, in an old convent surrounded by arches and a step lined entrance from the chapel, this courtyard really has it all. And what’s better than one courtyard? Two – there’s a further, smaller courtyard for dancing.
Venue: San Pietro in Valle | Photo: The Curries
One of the largest courtyard areas of any venues, Catignano takes the prize. The space is perfect for large weddings and boasts a unique warm tone when the sunset hits that golden yellow villa façade.
LL insider tip: Lighting is charged by the metre and when lighting a large space like this, it can really add up. Explore different types and styles of lighting to see what’s best for your design and your budget.
Venue: Villa Catignano | Photo: Matteo Castelli
A hilltop location on the Umbrian, Tuscan border, at Bastia Creti’s heart beats a courtyard lined with stunning greenery that creates a cosy, natural feel to the space.
Venue: Borgo Bastia Creti
Looking for more advice on choosing the right Italian venue? Why not familiarise yourself with the different venue types and get your hands on our venue finding tick-list to hep guide you through the decision.
Written by Lucy White, Founder of La Lista & Wiskow & White, with over 5 years and 150 weddings worth of experience.
