Wedding Locations in Italy: Where to Get Married

Choosing where in Italy to get married usually comes before choosing a venue, and it decides more about the day than almost anything else: how guests travel, what the light looks like, how much the venue costs and how the film feels when you watch it ten years later.

We film weddings all over the country, from the lakes in the north to Sicily in the south. This is the comparison we give couples who know they want Italy but haven't picked a region yet. Where we have filmed a wedding ourselves, we say so and link to the full guide.

Lake Como

The most famous wedding destination in Italy, and for good reason: old villas on steep green shores, boats instead of cars, and a sense of privacy even in high season. It is also the most expensive and the most booked, especially on summer Saturdays.

We film more weddings here than anywhere else. Our guides cover Villa Balbiano, Villa del Balbianello, Villa d'Este, Villa Cipressi and Villa Erba, plus a list of the top Lake Como wedding venues and a Lake Como wedding cost guide.

Best for: classic villa weddings, boats, 40 to 150 guests. Airports: Milan Malpensa and Linate.

Lake Garda

Bigger, wider and sunnier than Como, with a longer golden hour and more relaxed pricing. The southern end feels almost Mediterranean, the northern end is all mountains. We filmed Claudia and Michael's wedding at Villa Bettoni, and have worked on Isola del Garda too.

Read our comparison of Lake Garda and Lake Como and our list of Lake Garda wedding venues.

Best for: couples who want a lake with more space and light, and a little less competition for dates. Airports: Verona, Milan Bergamo.

Lake Maggiore

The quieter neighbour of Como, with the Borromean Islands, Stresa's grand hotels and some of the best gardens in northern Italy. It is closer to Malpensa than most Como venues and usually cheaper. Since Netflix filmed season two of The Gentlemen here, interest has grown fast.

We filmed Micah and Rafael's wedding at Villa Rusconi Clerici. Our Lake Maggiore venue list covers the islands, castles and hotels.

Best for: lake weddings with easy travel and better value. Airport: Milan Malpensa.

Tuscany

Hills, cypress avenues, stone farmhouses and villas with long dinner tables outdoors. Tuscany suits couples who want the whole weekend in one estate with guests staying on site. The light is softer and warmer than on the lakes, and evenings outdoors are the heart of the day.

We filmed Eoghan and Dominyka's wedding at Villa Grabau near Lucca. Read our Tuscany wedding guide and our list of Tuscany wedding venues.

Best for: multi-day weddings at one estate, outdoor dinners, food and wine. Airports: Florence, Pisa.

Rome

A city wedding with a countryside option. Many couples choose a villa or a farmhouse just outside the city, which gives them space and quiet while guests can still see Rome. We filmed Aurora and Clark's wedding at Casale del Gallo in the Roman countryside.

Read our Rome wedding guide.

Best for: couples who want history and a big city for their guests. Airport: Rome Fiumicino.

Sicily

Wilder and less crowded than the classic destinations, with sea, baroque towns and very good food. Sicily has become one of the fastest-growing wedding regions in Italy. We filmed Robert and Erik's wedding at Tonnara di Scopello, an old tuna fishery on the coast.

Read our Sicily wedding guide.

Best for: sea, sun and couples who want somewhere their guests haven't been. Airports: Palermo, Catania.

The Amalfi Coast

Cliffs, lemon terraces and towns stacked over the sea. Ravello has the gardens and space, Positano the famous view, Amalfi the cathedral and the ferries. Everything involves steps and narrow roads, so it rewards careful planning.

Read our Amalfi Coast wedding guide.

Best for: dramatic views and smaller weddings. Airport: Naples.

Venice

The only wedding destination where every guest arrives by boat. Civil ceremonies happen in the city's own palazzi on the Grand Canal, and private palazzi host symbolic ceremonies and dinners. Filming rules are strict, and drones are banned over the historic centre.

Read our Venice wedding guide.

Best for: city weddings with real romance, and couples happy to plan around boats. Airport: Venice Marco Polo.

How to choose

Start with three questions.

How many guests? Under forty, almost anywhere works, including Positano, Venice and the smaller Como villas. Over 150, the shortlist narrows to the large lake venues like Villa Erba, Tuscan estates and a few castles.

How long is the celebration? For one day, the lakes and the cities are easiest. For a full weekend with everyone staying together, Tuscany and Sicily estates make more sense.

How will guests travel? Count the hours from the nearest airport. The lakes near Milan are the simplest. The Amalfi Coast and parts of Sicily take longer, and that changes who can come.

Season matters everywhere. May, June and September are the safest months across the country. July and August are hot in the south and busy everywhere.

Legal or symbolic?

Foreign couples can marry legally in Italy with a nulla osta from their embassy, two witnesses and an interpreter if needed. Civil ceremonies take place in town halls or approved venues, and the paperwork takes weeks. Many couples marry legally at home and hold a symbolic ceremony in Italy, which lets them choose any venue, any time and any day.

Frequently asked questions

What is the most popular place to get married in Italy?

Lake Como and Tuscany are the most requested by international couples, followed by the Amalfi Coast. Sicily, Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore are growing fastest.

What is the cheapest region for a destination wedding in Italy?

Lake Garda, Lake Maggiore and parts of Sicily usually cost less than Lake Como or the Amalfi Coast for a comparable venue.

When is the best time to get married in Italy?

May, June and September in most regions. In the south, late September and October are still warm.

Do you film weddings anywhere in Italy?

Yes. Travel and accommodation are included in our prices anywhere in Italy and Switzerland. Weddings start from €4,500 and elopements from €1,500.

Still deciding where to marry? Tell us your shortlist and we will tell you how each region looks on film, or watch our weddings from across Italy on the work page.