Wedding in Tuscany
Italy
Why choose Tuscany for your wedding?
Tuscany remains the classic Italian wedding destination for international couples who want cypresses, vineyards and a ceremony that smells of rosemary and sun. The landscape around Val d'Orcia, Chianti and Siena has a golden quality you simply cannot fake, which is exactly why hundreds of couples from London, New York and Sydney return year after year.
Weddings here are built around villas and vineyards rather than hotels. A typical weekend means a welcome dinner on the terrace, a ceremony in the olive grove and long tables under the stars. Budget EUR 35,000 to 80,000 for 50 guests, depending on whether you rent a private villa or take over an entire estate. Pisa and Florence are the closest airports, and most guests will need to hire a car.
Weddings in Tuscany - style, venues and atmosphere
Tuscan weddings are about slowness. The ceremony usually starts at 5 or 6pm once the heat has dropped, followed by aperitivo with Prosecco and pecorino, then a long Italian dinner that easily runs four hours. Trying to force a tight Anglo timeline here is a mistake; let the rhythm take over.
For villa weddings, the area around Lucca, San Casciano and Montalcino is most in demand. Borgo Stomennano, Castello di Vicarello and Villa Catignano are well-known names that book 18 to 24 months ahead. If you want something less obvious, dozens of family-owned agriturismi will host 40 to 80 guests for half the price.
Legally, symbolic ceremonies are most common: couples marry at home first and treat the Tuscan day as the celebration. Civil weddings are possible at town halls in San Gimignano, Certaldo and Cortona, often with a view straight over the rooftops. Allow 6 to 8 months of paperwork and an Italian-speaking planner to handle the Atto Notorio.
May, June and September are the golden months. July and August are too hot for outdoor dining before 7pm, and several wineries decline weddings then because harvest is approaching. October gives soft light and the vendemmia as natural decor, which photographers love.
Insider tips for Tuscany
- Hire Villa Catignano or Borgo Stomennano on an exclusive-use basis: it costs more but removes the logistics of guest accommodation.
- Book your photographer through Tuscany Wedding Photographers (a collective of 20+ shooters) rather than flying one in from home.
- Florence airport often closes during summer thunderstorms; route guests via Pisa or Bologna as a backup.
- Order flowers locally from Stiatti Fiori in Siena. Italian wedding florals run roughly 40% cheaper than imports.
- Skip the DJ: a trio with double bass, guitar and vocals during aperitivo costs EUR 800 to 1,200 and sets the right tone.
Highlights in Tuscany
- Vineyard weddings
- Medieval castles
- Close to Florence
- Fantastic food & wine
Who is Tuscany for?
Couples who love wine, food and rustic elegance
Wedding costs in Tuscany
140 000 - 400 000
Our tips
Book venue at least 12 months ahead for high season. Chianti is most popular but Val d'Orcia offers even more spectacular views.
Practical info for Tuscany, Italy
Our recommendation for Tuscany
We recommend Tuscany for couples who want a 2 to 3 day wedding event at a private villa, with 30 to 80 guests who appreciate food, wine and slow evenings. Choose September over June if you want to avoid peak pricing and prefer softer light.
Request a quoteEditorial team, Wedding Abroad · Last updated May 2026