Italian wedding venues for under 50 guests
Photo: Borgo di Recenza
There’s nothing “small” about an intimate wedding in Italy.
With 50 guests or less, you get all the atmosphere of a destination celebration, minus the logistics of moving your party around the country. Think long-table dinners where everyone can talk to each other, friends and family staying together and space in the budget for the details that matter to you.
And the added bonus? You unlock a world of smaller venues, from hilltop borgos to a wedding in a cave (yes, really), that only work when you keep the guest list in check.
Basilicata
Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita
Where is it?
Matera, Basilicata
Nearest airport: Bari ~ 1hr
The essentials
Max 60 guests, perfect for 40
Sleeps 40 guests across 18 rooms
Both civil ceremony and church options within a 10 min walk
Not wheelchair accessible
Good to know
Unique venue, with 100sqm+ boutique bedrooms built into the caves
Opt for a blessing held in their XIII Century Rock church - this place is out of this world
La Lista loves
You only have to see photos to fall in love with Sextantio. We’ve never seen a more unique and romantic location.
Check out Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita on La Lista
Piedmont
Locanda La Raia
Where it is?
Gavi, Southern Piedmont Nearest airport: Genoa ~ 1 hr
The essentials
Up to 40 guest
Sleeps 26 across 12 rooms
Symbolic ceremonies available on site; 3 churches within 10km
Good to know
High spec throughout
Exceptional service from the in-house team
Bespoke excursions and activities organised for you and your guests
La Lista loves
The unique style of the venue shines through in its landscaped exterior is in harmony with the stunning surroundings. The inside is also decorated with authentic and historical pieces that remind you exactly where you are.
Check out Locanda La Raia on La Lista
Tuscany
Where is it?
Siena, Tuscany
Nearest airport: Siena ~ 35 min
The essentials
Up to 50 guests
Sleeps 40 across a villa and 2 apartments
Symbolic ceremonies hosted on site
Good to know
Two ‘Plan B’ wet weather options
Open supplier policy
Accessible entrance and facilities
La Lista loves
Every guest gets to make an entrance with a beautifully Tuscan, tree-lined road leading all the way up to the venue.
Check out Borgo di Recenza on La Lista
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Where is it?
Sansepolcro, Tuscany
Nearest airport: Perugia ~ 53 min
The essentials
Up to 50 guests
Choice of 4 villas, each sleeping 26-31
Private chapel on site, civil ceremonies available nearby
Good to know
Indoor dining for 30-45; covered area for up to 50
Accessible bedroom in every villa
Villas are between 500m and 1km apart for complete privacy
La Lista loves
Turn up the music with no neighbours and no curfew - a rare find!
Check out Agriturismo La Conca on La Lista
Where is it?
Castelfiorentino, Tuscany
Nearest airports: Florence ~ 40 min / Pisa ~ 50 min
The essentials
Up to 40 guests
Sleeps 20 across a villa and studio
Church for symbolic ceremonies on site; religious ceremony option 3km away
Good to know
Garden marquee available for wet weather
Plenty of extra accommodation nearby
La Lista loves
The care and attention that has gone into restoring this 18th century estate makes it feel like a real Tuscan family home.
Check out Casa Farsetti on La Lista
Umbria
Where is it?
Spedalicchio, Umbria
Nearest airport: Perugia ~ 42 mins
The essentials
50-60 guests max.
Sleeps up to 30; 15 suites across 5 properties
Symbolic ceremonies on site; religious and civil ceremony options within 10-20km
Good to know
360 degree views of the Niccone Valley
Hilltop swimming pool and tennis court for post-party matches
Open all year round
La Lista loves
Conduct your ceremony in the century-old olive grove - it doesn’t get much more Italian than that.
Check out Borgo Bastia Creti on La Lista
Veneto
Where is it?
Bardolino, Veneto
Nearest airport: Verona ~ 15 mins
The essentials
50-60 guests max.
Sleeps 20 people across 5 apartments
Civil ceremonies and small church on site; larger churches within 3-4km
Good to know
Set in the hills above Lake Garda
Move easily between the chapel, indoor and outdoor spaces
One ground-floor apartment provides an accessible option
La Lista loves
The garden view onto the vineyard - love this as a backdrop for open-air aperitivo and long-table dinners.
Check out Agriturismo della Pieve on La Lista
Fallen for the idea of an intimate Italian wedding?
If you want an expert pair of eyes on your plans, you can book a Venue Concierge call with La Lista founder, Lucy White. She’ll get to know you and your guest list and then curate a shortlist of venues that feels right to say yes to.
