THE BEST DESTINATION WEDDING VENUES
A list of the best luxury destination wedding venues across Europe
You’ve just got engaged and you’re looking to elope abroad and plan a destination wedding. There are so many incredible wedding venues across Europe and I want to help you find the best one. If you’re looking for high end, luxury villas - I’ve created a list below of some of my favourites across Italy and Sicily. Let’s get started…
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Villa Balbiano
Lake Como, Italy
*image is not mine - credited to - Willow & Oak Events
Luxury villa at its finest. Positioned in Lake Como and available to rent the entire villa for your wedding day. Villa Balbiano is a unique and elegant palazzo that sleeps 12 guests and has 6 bedrooms.
This historic villa lies in front of the beautiful landscape of Lake Como and with it’s beautiful grounds, stunning architecture and traditional Italian decor, it’s the perfect place to hold your dream destination wedding.
Villa Pizzo
Lake Como, Italy
*image is not mine - credited to The Lake Como Wedding Planner
Villa Pizzo is oozing luxury and is known for its long standing history. Giovanni Muggiasca, a merchant of Como, acquired a vast land that was rich in vineyards and olive groves and served Lake Como.
Lake Pizzo has a long stretch of a lakeside garden and is the perfect setting for an outdoor ceremony. There are many villas to choose from in Lake Como and Lake Pizzo does not disappoint.
Villa Pliniana
Lake Como, Italy
*image is not mine and credited to - Alejandra Poupel Events
Villa Pliniana is a beautifully restored 16th century palazzo estate and is situated along Lake Como. This villa offers 10 bedrooms within 4 large apartments and can accommodate up to 39 guests. Smaller/more intimate wedding parties should be aware that the whole venue still needs to be booked for ultimate privacy.
The stunning venue its another exceptional villa to hold your wedding for all the Italian destination vibes you’ve dreamed of. Pliniana also holds a private spa, jacuzzi and Turkish baths!
Villa Regina Teodolinda
Lake Como, Italy
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Villa Regina Teodolinda is an ideal spot for your wedding day. A traditional Italian villa that hugs Lake Como with all its majestic and romantic setting. Italy’s queen Teodolinda lived in this stunning villa from 589 - 616.
Villa Regina Teodolinda has the space to hold all your guests for your day and is a villa like no other. Another incredible venue to add for potential venues.
Villa Aurelia
Rome, Italy
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The attention to detail here at Villa Aurelia is next to none. Within the great Italian walls of this villa, many famous composers and directors have walked the grounds. Villa Aurelia in Rome is known for holding so many beautiful and luxury weddings and is up there as the best.
Villa Miani
Rome, Italy
A wedding venue situated above Rome with panoramic views of the city below. Villa Miani is a venue you may have seen on many fashion/fragrance adverts across the television and is easily recognised by its bright, well lit rooms with stunning Italian paintings and decor.
Villa Miani is a personal favourite of mine, with the grounds to hold a beautiful ceremony with a scenic backdrop and the perfect candlelit dinner for you and all your guests.
You can also view my gallery to a recent wedding I photographed at Villa Miani by clicking here!
Tonnara Di Scopello
Sicily
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Tonnara di Scopello is situated within the rocks of Sicily and along the ocean. For all you ocean lovers, this venue is the perfect wedding venue. There are many apartments within the grounds to hold your guests that overlook the sea.
Just imagine.. the sun is setting, the music is playing, the food has arrived, candles are lit and your surrounded by your close family and friends to celebrate your day. Tonnara di Scopello is one to remember!
Dimora delle Balze
Sicily
*image is not mine - credited to - The White Edit
Dimora delle Balze is located in Sicily and is the home estate to traditional Sicilian culture, with its beautiful grounds and stone walls. Dimora is such an elegant and romantic venue to hold your special day. Dancing under the fairy lights, surrounded by Sicilian nature.
I hope this has helped give a good insight to some of the incredible wedding venues that Europe has to offer. The next step would be to book a wedding planner and photographer. I do specialise in destination weddings and I want to help you in any way I can along your wedding journey. Let’s book in a free consultation today
If you decide to book with me, I do offer a 36 page spread called the new client guide. This guide has been produced by me to help you in any way I can. Whether it’s helping with your wedding planning, tips and tricks on your wedding day to relief the stress and a list of my recommended suppliers.
Let’s create some magic together…