Italian wedding venues you need to know

With so many incredible wedding venues out there, the pressure’s on to find your dream one! Good news…we spend hours sifting through the average to find the exceptional. Time to meet your match.


Tuscany


Palazzo al Piano

Where is it? Near Siena, Tuscany

Size? Up to 300, but 160 inside (wet weather option)

Why we love it

  • Fairytale castle vibes

  • Refurbished and relaunching as a wedding destination in 2025

  • Sleep 12 guests on-site, with many accommodation options close-by

  • Some religious ceremonies can be held at the venue

  • Welcoming team

LL Tip: Before booking ensure that accommodation close-by is available and factor in the cost of coaches to and from venue into your budget

Check out Palazzo al Piano on La Lista

Photo: Frankie & Marilia


Valle di Badia

Where is it? In the hills near Pisa, Tuscany

Size? 180 guests

Why we love it

  • Historic hamlet set in Tuscany’s beautiful countryside

  • Accommodates 50 guests

  • Small chapel for symbolic ceremonies

  • External suppliers permitted

  • Spacious pool area perfect for recovery party

Check out Valle di Badia on La Lista

Photo: Linda Nari


Umbria


Castello di Petrata

Where it is? Assisi, Umbria

Size? 300 guests (250 inside)

Why we love it

  • Accommodation for 100 guests split between the hotel and a unique glamping option

  • More accommodation close-by in Assisi

  • Open all year round for weddings with a beautiful inside space for winter

  • Breath-taking views from the hilltop over the city and valley

  • Wellness centre, tennis courts, swimming pool

LL Tip: Note, food and drink are provided solely by the venue; other vendors are permitted

Check out Castello di Petrata on La Lista


Puglia


Negroamaro

Where is it? Near Sannicola, Puglia

Size? 150 guests

Why we love it

  • Accommodation onsite for 23 guests

  • Beautiful church in nearby Gallipoli

  • Civil ceremonies on-site

  • Wet weather plan is a tent in the grounds

  • Modern interiors, lovingly designed to keep the true Puglian feel

LL Tip: They have successfully hosted weddings since 2023; bear this in mind when you are searching for real wedding inspo at this venue.

Check out Negroamaro on La Lista


Masseria Grieco

Where is it? Ostuni, Puglia

Size? 100 guests

Why we love it

  • Accommodates 60 guests

  • A strong Puglian looking venue

  • The enveloping courtyard is stunning for your reception meal

LL Tip: Complement the warm tones of the courtyard stone with your florals and decor.

Check out Masseria Grieco on La Lista

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Photo: Lato Photography


The Lakes


Villa Regina Teodolinda

Where is it? Lake Como

Size? Perfect for 60 guests

Why we love it

  • Accommodates 25 guests

  • Situated in a well-known village on Lake Como

  • Ideal for those wanting the classic lakeside wedding

  • Boats can be arranged to transport guests by water to and from your wedding

  • Nearby hotel accommodation for more guests

LL Tip: Bear aware of the exclusivity rules around catering and music. And the music curfew outside and inside.

Check out Villa Regina Teodolinda on La Lista


Amalfi


Hotel Marmorata

Where is it? Ravello

Size? 80 guests

Why we love it

  • Accommodates all 80 guests

  • Beach club & wellness facilities

  • A private dock allows you to arrive/leave by boat

  • Religious & civil ceremonies take place in local towns (note traffic in Amalfi is notoriously bad, so factor this into timings

LL Tip: Note the in-house catering rule & during August you can’t book the hotel exclusively.

Check out Hotel Marmorata on La Lista


Sicily


Tonnara di Scopello

Where is it? Scopello, Sicily

Size? 300 guests

Why we love it

  • Outstanding venue in an unforgettable location on the water

  • Options to host your ceremony and dinner either in the courtyard or on the seafront

  • Scopello is a beautiful small town walkable to from the venue

  • Close to Palermo airport with good transport infrastructure

  • Accommodation for 55 guests across various parts of the venue

LL Tip: We adore this venue, but do read the small print on bringing external food and drink in.

Check out Tonnara di Scopello on La Lista

Photo: Benjamin Wheeler


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