10 Best Wedding Venues in Tuscany Italy
As a destination wedding photographer, I love nothing more than getting to document my couples’ love stories all around the world. Sometimes, those weddings take me to countries like Italy and sometimes they take me to the beautiful region of Tuscany. If you’ve ever been to this region, then you know how beautiful it is. With its rolling vineyards, historic villas, and stunning landscapes, it’s easy to see why so many couples choose to get married here. If a wedding in Tuscany sounds like your dream location, keep reading because I’ve gathered 10 of the best wedding venues in Tuscany, Italy to consider for your special day.
Best Wedding Venues in Tuscany Italy
Villa Cora
Nestled in the heart of Florence, Villa Cora is a luxurious 19th-century villa filled with stunning details both inside and out. Its private gardens will make you feel like you stepped into another world, but being only 10 minutes outside the city center, you’ll also have all the conveniences Florence has to offer. This venue is perfect for couples looking for an elegant and sophisticated setting for their Tuscan wedding.
Closest Airport: 1 hour from Pisa or 20 min from Florence
Villa Catignano
Set in the picturesque Chianti region, Villa Catignano is a charming Tuscan wedding venue surrounded by lush vineyards and rolling hills. This estate offers a blend of rustic charm and historical elegance, making it a wonderful choice for a romantic countryside wedding. The gardens offer panoramic views of the Tuscan landscape and, with onsite lodging, you and your guests can enjoy all the amenities this villa has to offer without ever leaving the property.
Max Capacity: 120 guests
Closest Airport: 1 hour 40 min from Pisa or 1 hour from Florence
Villa Medicea di Liliana
Villa Medicea di Liliana is a historic villa near Florence that combines classic Renaissance architecture with beautifully landscaped gardens. This region boasts some of the best wine country in Italy and is perfect for couples who want to host a vineyard wedding. They offer a range of packages from elopements to large weddings and everything in between. If you’re looking for a Tuscany wedding venue that feels both grand and intimate, and is surrounded by nature’s beauty, this is the villa for you.
Max Capacity: 150 guests
Closest Airport: 1 hour from Pisa or 30 min from Florence
Villa di Maiano
Just a short drive from Florence, Villa di Maiano offers breathtaking panoramic views and lush gardens. Whether you are hosting a small wedding and just want to reserve the garden, or you go all out with a gala dinner in the venue’s Tapestry Room, this venue can accommodate you. This villa offers a unique blend of art and history and is the perfect setting for couples who want to experience a peaceful setting just outside the city center.
Closest Airport: 1 hour 15 min from Pisa or 30 min from Florence
Villa di Striano
Located amidst the rolling hills of Tuscany, Villa di Striano is a secluded gem known for its rustic charm and stunning countryside views. Imagine saying “I do” under the Tuscan sun with a backdrop of olive groves and vineyards – it’s simply magical. I recently photographed Joyce and Roy’s wedding here, and it was an unforgettable experience! Click here to read more about it. Not only is it a picturesque villa, but this Tuscany wedding venue is one of the most versatile villas on this list. From outdoor gardens and patios to lounges, getting ready rooms, and more, this venue has it all.
Max Capacity: 250 guests
Closest Airport: 1 hour from Pisa or 1 hour from Florence
Villa Le Fontanelle
With views overlooking the city of Florence, there is a lot to love about Villa Le Fontanelle. This luxurious estate is surrounded by manicured gardens and breathtaking views and is an ideal choice for couples who want a mix of city and countryside. The venue has spaces that can accommodate indoor and outdoor events as well as elopements, vow renewals, weddings, and everything in between.
Closest Airport: 1 hour 15 min from Pisa or 20 min from Florence
Villa Cetinale
Looking for the most beautiful villa in Tuscany? Well, Villa Cetinale is it according to Architecture Digest! In the quaint town of Sovicille, this Tuscany wedding venue boasts beautiful Baroque architecture and lush gardens. The grounds are the perfect setting for a romantic wedding in Italy and will make you feel as if you’ve stepped into another era.
Max Capacity: 100 guests
Closest Airport: 2 hours from Pisa or 1 hour 15 min from Florence
Villa San Michele
Perched in the hills of Fiesole, just outside Florence, Villa San Michele is a former monastery turned luxurious villa. This villa offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city and a serene, intimate setting that’s ideal for a romantic wedding celebration. Onsite, you’ll get to experience a beautiful garden (which was named Italy’s most beautiful private park) as well as the nearby Barbarossa mountain, which is now a sanctuary for migratory birds.
Closest Airport: 1 hour 15 min from Pisa or 25 min from Florence
Villa Valentini Bonaparte
Located in the Chianti region, Villa Valentini Bonaparte offers a unique blend of history and beauty. This boutique venue houses the main villa, a romantic amphitheater, a small lake, an Orangerie, and lush gardens. Seriously, what’s not to love?
Closest Airport: 2 hours 10 min from Pisa or 1 hour 30 min from Florence
Castello di Vicarello
This last wedding venue in Tuscany is more castle than villa, but it is every bit as beautiful as the other locations on this list. Castello di Vicarello sits in Tuscany’s Maremma countryside and is surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and farmland. They have a dedicated onsite team that can assist with bringing your wedding vision to life and they even offer a range of experiences from cooking classes to wine tastings to leathermaking workshops and more.
Max Capacity: 200 guests
Closest Airport: 2 hours 20 min from Pisa or 2 hours from Florence
You truly can’t go wrong by choosing any one of these wedding venues in Tuscany Italy. Each of these villas offers something truly special and provides a different perspective of Tuscany culture and beauty.
If you are thinking of getting married in Italy and are ready to book your wedding in Tuscany Italy, then click on the link below to say hey and send me an inquiry!
