{"id":7063,"date":"2014-10-09T14:35:23","date_gmt":"2014-10-09T12:35:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/walks.friday.ie\/?p=7063"},"modified":"2025-11-28T18:24:41","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T18:24:41","slug":"best-places-to-get-married-in-italy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy","title":{"rendered":"16 Best Places to Get Married in Italy: Lake Como, Turin, Verona, &#038; More"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s no secret that Italy has a wealth of gorgeous \u2013 and romantic \u2013 places to host your big day: Imagine your dress cascading down the Spanish Steps in Rome, your procession following the Path of Love in Cinque Terre or a gondola ride in Venice as your getaway. <strong>Check out some of our favorite locations for an idea of the best places to get married in Italy.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#16_of_the_Best_Places_To_Get_Married_In_Italy\" >16 of the Best Places To Get Married In Italy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Best_for%E2%80%A6Romance\" >Best for&#8230;Romance:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Venice_and_Verona_Veneto_Portovenere_Liguria\" >Venice and Verona (Veneto), Portovenere (Liguria)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Best_for%E2%80%A6_Tranquility\" >Best for&#8230; Tranquility:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#San_Gimignano_Tuscany_and_Perugia_Umbria\" >San Gimignano (Tuscany) and\u00a0Perugia (Umbria)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Best_for%E2%80%A6_History_Buffs\" >Best for&#8230; History Buffs:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Florence_Rome_Alberobello_Apulia\" >Florence, Rome,\u00a0Alberobello (Apulia)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Best_for%E2%80%A6Culture\" >Best for&#8230;Culture:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Agrigento_Sicily_Udine_Friuli-Venezia_Giulia\" >Agrigento (Sicily), Udine (Friuli-Venezia Giulia)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Best_for%E2%80%A6Foodies\" >Best for&#8230;Foodies:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Turin_Piedmont_Naples_Campania\" >Turin (Piedmont),\u00a0Naples (Campania)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Best_for%E2%80%A6_Extravagance\" >Best for&#8230; Extravagance:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Portofino_Liguria_Ravello_Campania\" >Portofino (Liguria),\u00a0Ravello (Campania)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Best_for%E2%80%A6_the_View\" >Best for&#8230; the View:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Como_Lombardy_Fiesole_Tuscany\" >Como (Lombardy),\u00a0Fiesole (Tuscany)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#FAQ%C2%B4s_Best_Places_to_Get_Married_in_Italy\" >FAQ\u00b4s: Best Places to Get Married in Italy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#Can_tourists_legally_marry_in_Italy_or_is_it_easier_to_have_a_symbolic_ceremony\" >Can tourists legally marry in Italy, or is it easier to have a symbolic ceremony?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#What_documents_do_foreigners_need_to_get_married_in_Italy\" >What documents do foreigners need to get married in Italy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#How_far_in_advance_should_couples_plan_or_book_a_wedding_in_Italy\" >How far in advance should couples plan or book a wedding in Italy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-places-to-get-married-in-italy\/#How_much_does_a_wedding_in_Italy_typically_cost\" >How much does a wedding in Italy typically cost?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_of_the_Best_Places_To_Get_Married_In_Italy\"><\/span>16 of the Best Places To Get Married In Italy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16286\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/heart-529607_1920.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding\" \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_for%E2%80%A6Romance\"><\/span>Best for&#8230;Romance:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Venice_and_Verona_Veneto_Portovenere_Liguria\"><\/span>Venice and Verona (Veneto), Portovenere (Liguria)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There&#8217;s a reason Venice is one of the top wedding destinations in Italy (even George Clooney chose to tie the knot here!)\u00a0and a travelers&#8217; favorite : it&#8217;s gorgeous! With brilliant colors and romantic gondola rides, getting married in Venice offers\u00a0many extras to make your wedding day special. Walk across the many bridges of the city on water, take photos in St. Mark&#8217;s Square and sail away after the ceremony on a gondola rather than a traditional &#8220;just married&#8221; car.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7075\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/14174050018_a968e7cbce_z.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7075\" class=\"wp-image-7075 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/14174050018_a968e7cbce_z.jpg\" alt=\"The option of taking a gondola ride in Venice makes is one of the best places to get married in Italy. A newly wed couple in tuxedo and bridal dress snuggle on a gondola down the canal,\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-7075\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">How about a gondola ride in Venice after your big day? Photo by Luca Fazzolari<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Still, Venice&#8217;s smaller neighbor Verona has it&#8217;s share of romance. An ancient Roman city, romance seems to run through the cobblestone streets \u2013 Verona is the home of Juliet from Romeo and Juliet! Take pictures in front of the famous arena\u00a0and have your reception in a traditional trattoria or out in the hills of the city.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20997\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20997\" class=\"wp-image-20997 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/rsz_verona.jpg\" alt=\"A tall clock tower soaring above a town of red-roofed buildings.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/rsz_verona.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/01\/rsz_verona-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20997\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Immerse yourselves in the Verona&#8217;s romantic charm<\/p><\/div>\n<p>On the other coast, the seaport town of Portovenere\u00a0lights up at night, sharing the reflection of the moonlight. With beautiful flower-covered streets and the Portovenere castle &#8230;. After, honeymoon by hopping among the five cities of\u00a0Cinque Terre, located just north of Portovenere.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2337\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2337\" class=\"wp-image-2337 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Vernazza-little-village-in-cinque-terreliguriaitaly.jpg\" alt=\"Beautiful sea views from Vernazza\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Vernazza-little-village-in-cinque-terreliguriaitaly.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Vernazza-little-village-in-cinque-terreliguriaitaly-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-2337\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Take a honeymoon exploring the Cinque Terre and it\u00b4s gorgeous sea views<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_for%E2%80%A6_Tranquility\"><\/span>Best for&#8230; Tranquility:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"San_Gimignano_Tuscany_and_Perugia_Umbria\"><\/span>San Gimignano (Tuscany) and\u00a0Perugia (Umbria)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While Tuscany has been a favorite of travelers for decades, its charm hasn&#8217;t faded. In the meantime, Umbria has arisen on travelers&#8217; radar as a peaceful, country alternative to Tuscany \u2013 including the prices! Both regions offer beautiful countryside views, atmospheric hilltop towns and so many\u00a0tranquil locations for your wedding day that it&#8217;s impossible to choose just one!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22376\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22376\" class=\"wp-image-22376 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Bungalow-in-Tuscany.jpg\" alt=\"A rural home surrounded with greenery in Chianti, Tuscany, one of the best places to get married in Italy. Tranquil, green and beautiful.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Bungalow-in-Tuscany.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Bungalow-in-Tuscany-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22376\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">In Tuscany, every place looks idyllic.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Narrow down your search in the region based on what inspires you more: an elegant villa, a traditional vineyard or a fairytale castle wedding \u2013 the two regions offer them all! San Gimignano has that small town feel tucked in the Tuscan hills, while Perugia, the\u00a0capital of Umbria, offers\u00a0plenty of options and ease for your\u00a0big day, while still ensuring peace and an escape from the bustle of a big city.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6225\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6225\" class=\"wp-image-6225 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/UNESCO_World_Heritage_Sites_Central_Italy_San_Gimignano2.jpg\" alt=\"Towers of San Gimignano, Tuscany\" width=\"800\" height=\"532\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/UNESCO_World_Heritage_Sites_Central_Italy_San_Gimignano2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/UNESCO_World_Heritage_Sites_Central_Italy_San_Gimignano2-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-6225\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Towers of San Gimignano, Tuscany<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_for%E2%80%A6_History_Buffs\"><\/span>Best for&#8230; History Buffs:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Florence_Rome_Alberobello_Apulia\"><\/span>Florence, Rome,\u00a0Alberobello (Apulia)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Choosing\u00a0one of Italy&#8217;s incredible historical centers for the location of your wedding is perfect for those who&#8217;d like to incorporate the beauty of Italy&#8217;s architecture, as well as the culture and history into their big day.\u00a0<em>Centri Storici\u00a0<\/em>like those in Florence or Rome offer amazing Italian backdrops for photos and visitors. Imagine taking your photos on a vespa in front of the Coliseum or beneath the magnificent Duomo of Florence.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20448\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20448\" class=\"wp-image-20448 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/11352-Florence_Best-of-with-Duomo-HIGH-RES-0030.jpg\" alt=\"The unique facade of the iconic Florence Duomo on a cloudy day.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/11352-Florence_Best-of-with-Duomo-HIGH-RES-0030.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/11352-Florence_Best-of-with-Duomo-HIGH-RES-0030-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20448\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Florence Duomo is a stunning backdrop for photos of your special day.\u00a0<\/p><\/div>\n<p>For those searching for a truly unique location, head farther south to Apulia (Puglia in Italian) to the town of Alberobello. Famous for its\u00a0<em>trulli<\/em>,\u00a0ancient cone-shaped pheasant houses, <a href=\"https:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/list\/787\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alberobello is now a\u00a0UNESCO World Heritage site<\/a> to protect the history of the buildings. Get married in the town square surrounded by Apulia&#8217;s most distinctive architectural legacy\u00a0for a historical and truly spectacular wedding.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2434\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2434\" class=\"wp-image-2434 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/07\/shutterstock_33136222.jpg\" alt=\"The trulli of Alberobello\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/07\/shutterstock_33136222.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/07\/shutterstock_33136222-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-2434\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The charming and unique Trulli, in the quaint cobbled streets of Alberobello<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_for%E2%80%A6Culture\"><\/span>Best for&#8230;Culture:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Agrigento_Sicily_Udine_Friuli-Venezia_Giulia\"><\/span>Agrigento (Sicily), Udine (Friuli-Venezia Giulia)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Italy is ripe with culture, but for our cultural wedding we&#8217;re looking to the extreme north and the extreme south of the peninsula. In the north, try Friuli Venezia Giulia for a truly unique cultural offering. Right on the border with Austria and Slovenia, Friuli&#8217;s history is a mix of Latin, German and Slavic cultures, making it one of the most culturally unique regions in Italy. Not only that, but it also boasts some of the best wines, particularly whites, mountains and even access to the Adriatic sea!\u00a0Get married under the mountains among the cobblestone streets and ancient archways of Udine!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_4051\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4051\" class=\"wp-image-4051 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/Cabia-e-monte-Sernio.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/Cabia-e-monte-Sernio.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/Cabia-e-monte-Sernio-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4051\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Impressive scenery &#8211; Cabia and Monte Sernio in Friuli-Venezia Giulia<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Another option is south to the island of Sicily. Sicily&#8217;s past\u00a0includes influence from\u00a0the ancient Greeks, Turks, Romans and Arabs, but the Sicilian culture reigns strong today. Head to the ancient city of Agrigento or Syracuse to steep yourself in Sicilian culture.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20804\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20804\" class=\"wp-image-20804 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Valley_of_the_Temples_Agrigento_Sicily_-_49676212576.jpeg\" alt=\"One of the massive ancient temples that make up the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, Italy.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Valley_of_the_Temples_Agrigento_Sicily_-_49676212576.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Valley_of_the_Temples_Agrigento_Sicily_-_49676212576-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20804\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Take your inspiration and influence from the Agrigento temples in Sicily. Photo credit: cattan2021<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_for%E2%80%A6Foodies\"><\/span>Best for&#8230;Foodies:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turin_Piedmont_Naples_Campania\"><\/span>Turin (Piedmont),\u00a0Naples (Campania)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As we&#8217;ve said before: <a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/food-and-wine\/no-such-thing-as-italian-food\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">there&#8217;s no such thing as Italian food<\/a>, at least in general. Rather, each region offers its own unique cuisine. Piedmont in the north has\u00a0become a destination for food-lovers across Italy and Europe. Italian with a French influence, food lovers can expect great cheeses (like fontina), great wines and\u00a0truly seasonal food. The capital of Piedmont, Turin, is considered such an elegant city that it&#8217;s been called t<a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/piedmont\/turin-in-italy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">he &#8220;Little Paris&#8221; of Italy<\/a>. For truly sophisticated dining head to Piedmont and eat under the imposing Alps on the border of Italy, France and Switzerland.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21526\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21526\" class=\"wp-image-21526 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Turin_monte_cappuccini.jpg\" alt=\"A beautiful town with a mountain range in the background illuminated at night.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Turin_monte_cappuccini.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Turin_monte_cappuccini-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-21526\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Turin, stunning at night, with the city illuminated against the mountain ranges behind it.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Another foodie paradise is Naples, best-known as the home of the famous pizza, napolitana, Naples has plenty to offer food-lovers. With cuisine that feels like a hearty, home cooked meal, choose Naples for your big day and the food will just keep coming!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_4050\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4050\" class=\"wp-image-4050 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/the-Vesuvius-view-Naple.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/the-Vesuvius-view-Naple.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/the-Vesuvius-view-Naple-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4050\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">What a view of Mount Vesuvius &#8211; it\u00b4s not just the cuisine in Naples that makes it world famous!<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_for%E2%80%A6_Extravagance\"><\/span>Best for&#8230; Extravagance:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Portofino_Liguria_Ravello_Campania\"><\/span>Portofino (Liguria),\u00a0Ravello (Campania)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Both Portofino in Liguria and Ravello in the <a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/amalfi-coast\/top-attractions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Almafi Coast<\/a> are noted as beautiful seaside towns \u2013 and a top vacation spot to park the\u00a0luxury boats of celebrities and VIPs throughout the world! The tiny town of Portofino seems to hug the sea with the main piazza&#8217;s brightly colored houses. Filled with elegant boutiques, art galleries and restaurants, it&#8217;s the one of the best places to get married in Italy if you&#8217;re planning an extravagant wedding.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6912\" style=\"width: 2058px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6912\" class=\"wp-image-6912 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/IMG_3540-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/IMG_3540-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/IMG_3540-768x492.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/IMG_3540-1536x984.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-6912\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">An amazing view of Portofino! Photo by Gina Mussio<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Similarly, farther south in Ravello you&#8217;re sure to have\u00a0warm weather and a view of the sea\u00a0that can&#8217;t be beat \u2013 the unique and secluded town\u00a0sits on a hill with a dramatic view of the Lattari mountains and the coastline below.\u00a0Each town has luxury hotels, extravagant palaces and exclusive settings to chose from for you once in a lifetime ceremony!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_15190\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15190\" class=\"wp-image-15190 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Ravello-in-Spring-Amalfi-Coast-Towns.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"498\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15190\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">What\u2019s better than beautiful flowers and a seaside view, like this one from the Villa Cimbrone gardens in Ravello.<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_for%E2%80%A6_the_View\"><\/span>Best for&#8230; the View:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_Lombardy_Fiesole_Tuscany\"><\/span>Como (Lombardy),\u00a0Fiesole (Tuscany)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While both Portofino and Ravello have great seaside views, others might want a different kind of panorama. Head north to Lake Como for a wedding overlooking the lakes and surrounded by the Alps. While it&#8217;s beautiful in all seasons, the spring is when Como blooms, with flowers lining every lakeside path, restaurant and beach. Nearby Lecco, Maggiore and Garda are great alternatives \u2013 check out\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/all-around-italy\/ten-of-the-most-beautiful-castles-in-italy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Garda&#8217;s Scaligero\u00a0Castle<\/a>! \u2013 but the most beautiful view is\u00a0arguably on Como&#8217;s shores. Try renting a boat for an entirely different perspective!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2082\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2082\" class=\"wp-image-2082 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/04\/View-to-the-lake-Como-from-villa-Monastero.-Italy-.jpg\" alt=\"Lake Como\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/04\/View-to-the-lake-Como-from-villa-Monastero.-Italy-.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/04\/View-to-the-lake-Como-from-villa-Monastero.-Italy--768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-2082\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The blooms add colour and elegance to the villas on the banks of Lake Como<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If the countryside is more your setting, head to the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/florence\/day-trip-from-florence-fiesole\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">beautiful town of Fiesole<\/a>. A small town located directly\u00a0above Florence, Fiesole offers one of the best views of the Renaissance city and is\u00a0a beautiful town to match. For more excellent panoramas, read our post on\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/florence\/best-views-of-italy-florence-rome-venice-photo-ops\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Italy&#8217;s 10 Best Photo Ops<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6433\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6433\" class=\"wp-image-6433 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Fiesole-views-of-Florence.jpg\" alt=\"Views from Fiesole over Florence, make it one of the choices as the best places to get married in Italy.\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Fiesole-views-of-Florence.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Fiesole-views-of-Florence-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-6433\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The view of Florence from Fiesole, a stunning place to get wed!<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ%C2%B4s_Best_Places_to_Get_Married_in_Italy\"><\/span>FAQ\u00b4s: Best Places to Get Married in Italy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_tourists_legally_marry_in_Italy_or_is_it_easier_to_have_a_symbolic_ceremony\"><\/span>Can tourists legally marry in Italy, or is it easier to have a symbolic ceremony?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Tourists can legally marry in Italy, but depending on your nationality, the bureaucracy may feel overwhelming. Many couples choose to handle the legal paperwork at home and come to Italy for a symbolic or religious ceremony instead. This allows much more freedom in locations, historic villas, cliffside gardens, private vineyards, and avoids administrative delays. Both options are beautiful; it simply depends on how much paperwork you&#8217;re willing to tackle.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_documents_do_foreigners_need_to_get_married_in_Italy\"><\/span>What documents do foreigners need to get married in Italy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To legally marry in Italy as a foreigner, you\u2019ll generally need:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A valid passport<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>A birth certificate<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>A Certificate of No Impediment<\/strong> (or equivalent document proving you\u2019re free to marry)<\/li>\n<li><strong>A Dichiarazione Giurata,<\/strong> a sworn statement that you can legally wed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some nationalities require additional documentation or consular appointments. Your documents may also need to be translated into Italian and authenticated with an apostille, depending on your country. It\u2019s best to confirm requirements with your embassy and the local Italian town hall (comune) where the ceremony will take place.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_far_in_advance_should_couples_plan_or_book_a_wedding_in_Italy\"><\/span>How far in advance should couples plan or book a wedding in Italy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Italy is one of the world\u2019s most popular wedding destinations, so it\u2019s wise to book 12\u201318 months in advance, especially for iconic locations like Venice, Lake Como, or the Amalfi Coast. Smaller towns (like Perugia or Alberobello) may have more flexibility, but venues, photographers, and officiants still fill up quickly, especially in spring and autumn. If you\u2019re planning from abroad, hiring a local wedding planner can simplify logistics and communication.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_wedding_in_Italy_typically_cost\"><\/span>How much does a wedding in Italy typically cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Costs vary dramatically based on the region and level of luxury. As a rough guide:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Budget weddings: \u20ac6,000\u2013\u20ac12,000<\/li>\n<li>Mid-range weddings: \u20ac15,000\u2013\u20ac30,000<\/li>\n<li>Luxury weddings (Portofino, Ravello, Lake Como): \u20ac40,000\u2013\u20ac200,000+<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Popular factors that influence price include venue exclusivity, catering style, season, and whether you\u2019re arranging travel and accommodation for guests. Northern Italy is typically more expensive than the south, with notable exceptions like the Amalfi Coast.<\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24162\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/05\/bigstock-female-tourist-taking-mobile-p-253657390.jpg\" alt=\"female tourist taking mobile phone photo of Piazza di Spagna, landmark square with Spanish steps in Rome, Italy at sunset.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/05\/bigstock-female-tourist-taking-mobile-p-253657390.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/05\/bigstock-female-tourist-taking-mobile-p-253657390-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>\n<p><strong>Planning a wedding in Italy is even more magical when you\u2019ve experienced the country for yourself first. <\/strong>Before choosing your dream location, why not wander through Italy\u2019s cities, taste their flavours, and discover the hidden corners that photos online just can\u2019t capture?<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/\">Join one of our guided walking tours<\/a> and explore Italy the way locals do, <\/strong>whether it\u2019s strolling the quiet backstreets of Florence, uncovering ancient secrets in Rome, or finding storybook views in Venice<strong>. Let the real Italy inspire your big day. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Book a tour, fall in love with the country, and find the perfect place to say <em data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"682\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\u201cI do.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s no secret that Italy has a wealth of gorgeous \u2013 and romantic \u2013 places to host your big day: Imagine your dress cascading down the Spanish Steps in Rome, your procession following the Path of Love in Cinque Terre or a gondola ride in Venice as your getaway. Check out some of our favorite [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":40,"featured_media":15190,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[145],"ppma_author":[161],"class_list":["post-7063","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-travel-tips","tag-weddings"],"authors":[{"term_id":161,"user_id":40,"is_guest":0,"slug":"ginamussio","display_name":"Gina Mussio","avatar_url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/d9497ce1b0417babd82886ad23b18998?s=96&d=mm&r=g","user_url":"","last_name":"Mussio","first_name":"Gina","job_title":"","description":"Gina is a Midwesterner living in Lombardy, Italy where she writes about Italian culture, travel and food. She is a bilingual primary school teacher by day, forever interested in developing cross-culture communication skills across languages. 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