5 best luxury wedding venues in Italy
There’s a reason why Italy is one of the most popular destination wedding locations in the world. From incredible villas to luxury palazzos, the country offers such a wide range of terrain and beautiful scenery that there is bound to be something for everyone. While summer is considered peak season, the weather in Italy is truly lovely all year round. Wondering where to start your Italian wedding venue search?
We asked luxury European wedding planner and Fine Art Curation member Ariel Chiu Events to share her top five luxury wedding venues in Italy to help you host a lavish destination wedding experience for your nearest and dearest.
Villa Balbiano, Lake Como
For a glamorous affair overlooking Lake Como, there is no venue more iconic than Villa Balbiano. Nicknamed the “House of Gucci,” this historic palazzo is the largest private residence on the lake and features an impressive garden, an outdoor pool, and six exclusive suites in the main villa guaranteed to offer an unparalleled experience for your wedding party. For an added wow-factor, organize a boat ride or a seaplane tour for your guests; there is surely no backdrop more picturesque than the dramatic scenery of Lake Como!
Villa Cimbrone, Amalfi Coast
For a breathtaking view of the Amalfi Coast, Villa Cimbrone is one of the most prestigious hotels in the entire Mediterranean. The 12th century villa in Ravello has 19 elegant bedrooms and suites and is famous for its scenic belvedere — can you imagine a more dramatic backdrop for your wedding? Host your cocktail reception in their enchanting gardens, followed by a romantic candlelit dinner in the ancient crypt for a unique wedding experience like no other.
Borgo Santo Pietro, Tuscany
If you appreciate slow luxury, Borgo Santo Pietro could be for more. This is 5-star boutique hotel and spa located in the heart of Siena that you can privatize for your destination wedding in Italy. With 22 uniquely designed bedrooms and suites (some with private gardens or pools), this 13th century villa is the epitome of rustic elegance and will truly feel like a home away from home. Taking pride in their sustainable, farm-to-table dining, this luxury resort features a Michelin-starred restaurant, an infinity pool, a holistic spa, as well as a cooking school. Needless to say, your wedding guests will truly be able to disconnect at this one-of-a-kind property in Tuscany!
Aman Venice
For an opulent experience in Venice, there is no hotel more exclusive than the Aman Venice. Boasting impressive frescoed ceilings and sumptuous ballrooms overlooking the Grand Canal, the hotel also features two private gardens (a rarity in the floating city!) and an intimate chapel for wedding ceremonies. With 24 elegant guest rooms and suites, this 16th century Venetian Palazzo is perfectly suited for hosting a romantic celebration in one of the world’s most enchanting destinations.
Borgo Egnazia, Puglia
For a luxury beach escape along the Adriatic coast, Borgo Egnazia is an indulgent 5-star resort in Puglia that offers so much more than just luxury accommodations. Perfect for families or couples, this small village offers several different event spaces including two beach clubs with private beaches, a Michelin-starred restaurant, and an endless number of activities for you and your guests (think cooking classes, guided tours, spa treatments, and so much more!). With 63 bedrooms in the castle-like main building, 92 bedrooms in the Borgo, and 28 villas in total, this stunning property is the perfect home-base for an idyllic wedding retreat in Italy.
