The Best Value Venues for an Italian wedding
Most of us have a finite budget to allocate on a wedding venue and then various other important elements of this special celebration. Often it can be tempting to be lured by a ‘cheaper‘ option, only to realise further down the planning road, that you need to ‘buy in’ all the various necessities you require to make this wedding suitable. Thus hiking up the price and making that ‘cheap’ option now more expensive! Remember - not all venues make good wedding venues!
At La Lista we recognise that weddings come in all different shapes and sizes and one size (or cost) most certainly does not suit all. That’s why we love our Venue Series, tapping into the different regions of Italy, the array of sizes and prices, giving a complete view of what is available to you. And don’t forget, if nothing takes your fancy here, we list over 150 other venues on our trusted directory.
Our ‘Best Value Venues’ highlight the top options in each region, with the value coming from that all are flexible on external suppliers - obviously key to controlling your own budget.
Tuscany
Rolling hills, vineyards, olive groves. This is the classic countryside region of Italy and it is what many think of when they decide an Italian wedding is for them.
1. Casa Cornacchi
Where is it? Tuscany
Why we love it
A gorgeous homely, Borgo style venue on the chianti borders
A quiet oasis surrounded by stunning Tuscan views
Perfect setting for an intimate wedding
Boasts home grown organic produce and its own wedding catering
Check out Casa Cornacchi on La Lista
Photo credit: Marco Vegni
2. Villa Il Pozzo
Where is it? Between Siena and Florence
Why we love it
The most stunning views of the Tuscan landscape that you can hope to find
Sleeps 28
For the size of the location, the villa offers good value for you and your guests
An amazing management team is included in the cost
In the Chianti wine region and has its own vineyard
Check out Villa Il Pozzo on La Lista
Photo credit: Benjamin Wheeler
3. Tenuta di Papena
Where it is? Near Chiusdino and Monticiano
Why we love it
Perfect for an intimate up to a mid-size wedding
Close to San Galgano Abbey for a breath-taking civil ceremony location
Sleeps 20 adults, maximum 100 wedding guests
Far-reaching views make for a powerful backdrop
Check out Tenuta di Papena on La Lista
4. Borgo Petrognano
Where is it? Close to San Gimignano
Why we love it
Sleeps 37 guests, maximum 50 wedding guests
Outstanding views of the Tuscan countryside
Various options for reception location
Check out Borgo Petrognano on La Lista
Photo credit: Urska and Domen
Amalfi and Sorento
The Amalfi coastline is famous for the glitz and glam lifestyle beside an azure sea. That said, the towns which make this region so popular are steeped in history and offer incredibly unique wedding locations, whether you choose to be right on the sea or not. A word of advice for this region - consider your transport logistics for guests as well as suppliers; the roads are narrow, windy and at times hair-raising!
5. Villa Eva
Where is it? Ravello
Why we love it
A grand art deco villa high up in Ravello
Stunning views and spacious grounds
A real Amalfi gem if you’re looking to host a wedding for less than 1000 euro per guest
Check out Villa Eva on La Lista
Photo credit: Gianni Di Natale Photographers
6. Villa Santa Maria
Where is it? 2km outside of Amalfi
Why we love it
An absolutely unbeatable spot on the Amalfi coast
Gorgeous interiors
Direct access to the beach. And soon to launch its own beach club and terrace dining spot, that’ll feel like you’re on top of the world
Own private dock for exploring the local area La Dolce Vita style on boat
Stunning secluded areas for different parts of your day
Check out Villa Santa Maria on La Lista
Photo credit: Elias Kordelakos
7. Peter’s Beach Club
Where it is? Sorento
Why we love it
A beach club by day but makes for an amazing wedding setting
Competitive event fees and the most incredible catering at restaurant prices
If you’re looking for something different - and which feels unique to you - this could be the place!
Check out Peter’s Beach Club
Photo credit: Benjamin Wheeler
Puglia
One of the ‘coolest’ looking regions of Italy. If clean lines, white-washed walls and a chilled-chic vibe is your thing, then Puglia is the one for you!
8. Masseria Grieco
Where it is? Ostuni
Why we love it
Plenty of accommodation on site, which works out well if you’re asking guests to contribute towards their stay
The spaces are incredibly stunning and spacious
The team are wedding pros
Check out Masseria Grieco on La Lista
9. Masseria Le Torri
Where it is? Polignano a Mare
Why we love it
Ideal for an intimate wedding
Close to the beach
With an open supplier policy
The venue runs the bar, but with fair bar prices
Check out Masseria Le Torri on La Lista
Photo credit: Danilo & Sharon
The Lakes
Whether you wish for the fine dining, ultra-luxe experience or the more chilled vibes with a lake-side view; this natural paradise will calm and rejuvenate you and your guests…until its time to party, of course! And what is a wedding without a boat entrance!
10. Aura del Lago
Where is it? Lake Como
Why we love it
An exclusive venue on Lake Como
A grand villa for day rental or over night stay
Possibly the best price on the front of the Lake
Check out Aura del Lago on La Lista
Photo credit: The Saums
11. Relais Villa Vittoria
Where is it? Lake Como
Why we love it
Flexible packages and use of spaces
Offer exclusive or non-exclusive, so if the budget needs pinching you can have certain spaces use for parts of the day and still enjoy that incredible location on the water front
Check out Relais Villa Vittoria
LL Tip: This one is really for all wedding venues - be sure to check that the wet weather option they have will fit your entire wedding party. Plan B options can hike up the budget when you have to source additional marquees / tents.
Allow us to pull you out of your budgeting spiral! It truly is one of the hardest (and most important) things you will do when wedding planning, so don’t do it alone! Download our Budget Tracker and get itemising everything you need to pay for. It really is that simple!
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