Castello del Solacium

SYRACUSE, SICILY

Castello del Solacium located in Syracuse, is a whimsical castle giving fairy tale wedding vibes. Surrounded by a vineyard and secret ancient garden, this magical Sicilian wedding venue presents perfect picturesque opportunities at every turn.

Located just 50 minutes from Catania airport, and a short distance from the centre of Syracuse, this ancient castle has historic gardens and internal courtyards ideal for outdoor weddings in the warmer months, and a large air-conditioned reception room, accommodating up to 150 guests, should the weather not be so kind. The surrounding castle village has ample room for your guests and nearby Syracuse offers additional accommodation.


 Airports

Catania airport – 60km / 50 mins

 Accommodation

Yes - 4 rooms with queen beds

 Wet weather

The Palmento Hall has a capacity of around 150 seated guests

 Air conditioning

Yes

 Catering

No - external suppliers welcome

 Supplier policy

No restrictions for external suppliers

 Booking policy

Enquire for more information

 Where to stay

Hotel Parco delle Fontane in Siracusa is the closest to the Solacium Castle (around 4 km)

 Accessibility

The main spaces are accessible by wheelchair, but the ancient paving of the castle courtyard is somewhat uneven. The garden is access by a couple of steps. One of the four rooms is perfectly accessible for disabled guests and the same applies to the Palmento Hall and the venue's toilets.

 Max wedding guests

Up to 150 guests

 Church

No

 Civil ceremony

The venue is not licensed for civil ceremonies and catholic rites. Weddings with Jewish, Muslim or Protestant rites should be possible.


  Price 2025/2026

From April 1 to October 31, 2025 and 2026, the rental cost of the Solacium Castle is €7,300 + VAT at 22%.

WHAT IS INCLUDED
The following rental areas presented to customers during their visit, namely:
- The Historical Garden of the Solacium Castle
- The Memories Court, the inner courtyard of the castle with 3 ground-floor rooms
- The Towers Court, the spacious paved area in front of the castle
- The Palmento Hall, the main indoor space of the venue, with air conditioning and disability access, featuring 5 doors and a small rear courtyard
- The venue has 7 restrooms, one of which is disability-friendly

Cantine Pupillo wines for the whole reception, except for liquors, up to 1⁄3 bottle per guest.
Any additional bottles will be charged at the end of the event at a previously agreed price.

The 4 double rooms in the Romitorio.

The rental period is 12 hours, either from 07:00 am to 07:00 pm for a lunch event, or from 02:00 pm to 02:00 am for a dinner event.

Once a date has been selected, and the contract signed, a deposit of €2,300 + VAT at 22% is required to confirm the reservation

EXTRA COSTS AND SERVICES
- Solacium Doc Siracusa Passito wine as a gift for guests at a price of €30 per bottle, with personalized box and label service.
- Early access of catering or other providers to the venue: €500/hour.
- Extension of the event past 02:00 am: €500/hour.
- Performing a symbolic or religious ceremony in the garden: €500 fixed fee for extra maintenance and gardening expenses.
- All additional costs include VAT, they must be paid in advance and are non-refundable.

  Contact information

www.solacium.it

info@solacium.it

 +39 0931 494029

@castellodelsolacium

Castello Solacium


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Photography: Anne Letournel

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