Best Places to Elope in Italy

More and more foreign couples prefer to organize an intimate ceremony than a traditional one that would involve hundreds of guests and unwanted relatives.

We are experiencing that couples are deciding to focus more on what they need, a peaceful moment, an intimate exchange of vows in nature, or in a Borgo or in a historical site.

Italy, in particular Tuscany, are among the most sought-after and appreciated destinations for this specific type of event.

As your elopement wedding planner in Italy, we will propose you the most stunning location and venue for an intimate, exclusive getaway wedding ceremony!

Tuscany and Umbria in fact, are the ideal regions to host all the phases of a romantic love story, starting with a walk hand in hand, going through the organization of an elegant wedding reception up to a trip with the family, or the celebration of an anniversary.

Medieval alleys, cities of art, glimpses of uncontaminated nature, and renovated farmhouses immersed in nature: a couple of lovers will not fail to find the perfect place for a toast and pronounce the fateful “yes.” 

Tranquility and fairytale landscapes await the couples who choose the Val d’Orcia as a romantic destination, with its rolling hills and its centers of medieval origin: among these, Pienza can take advantage of a particularly favorable position, on top of a mountain that allows it to extend the look over the whole valley.

It should also be remembered that Franco Zeffirelli chose the Palazzo Piccolomini of Pienza to shoot some scenes of the film Romeo and Juliet: What could be more romantic?

What about an exchange of vows in San Gimignano. This town is characterized by these particular architectural elements, ideal for making a romantic itinerary even more special.

The list of Tuscan romantic destinations must include the panorama of the city of Florence that can be enjoyed from Fiesole, thanks to the favorable position of the small Etruscan town, perched on the hill behind the Tuscan capital:

this breathtaking view can crown an enchanting journey through nature and monuments, evidence of the ancient past of Fiesole.

And what about a legally binding ceremony in the old Abbey of San Galgano?

It is a Cistercian Abbey, located about thirty kilometers from Siena, in the municipality of Chiusdino.

The site consists of the hermitage (called “Rotonda di Montesiepi“) and the large Abbey, now entirely in ruins and reduced to just the walls.

To celebrate the civil ceremony in the old ruins necessary you must start the legal procedure with the Municipality of Chiusdino.

Tuscany boasts an abundance of places capable of combining romantic atmosphere and history: the streets of Volterra, for example, are waiting for those couples who want to spend unforgettable hours within the circle of its thirteenth-century walls.

Medieval palaces, museums, remains of the Etruscan past of the city: everything comes together to give Volterra an enigmatic and mysterious charm, to be lived in complicity.

Tuscany’s possibilities for lovers in search of romantic destinations never seem to be exhausted: those wishing to spend a wellness stay can opt for a day at the Saturnia thermal baths.

The magical atmosphere of the Mulino waterfalls, combined with their waters’ beneficial properties and the surrounding nature’s tranquility, contributes to creating the ideal atmosphere to relax in two.

A partial rundown like this is certainly not enough to cite all the romantic places that distinguish Tuscany: the region offers such an abundance of fascinating destinations that, from time to time, you are forced to make a choice.

Some couples love art and architecture, others’ history, others still nature or relaxation: who choose Tuscany will not be disappointed.

It will be a pleasure to find you the best suitable location for your elopement in Tuscany!

At this point, it is easy to comprehend how much would simplify your planning to receive the help of a local wedding planner in Tuscany.

Beyond wedding venues in Tuscany, we also suggest to evaluate Venice for your elopement in Italy.

In Venice, fantastic hidden gardens are overlooking the Grand Canal.

In these green corners, hidden from the public, it is possible to organize your ceremony and your intimate reception.

Besides, there’s a beautiful terrace with a magnificent view of the Venice’s lagoon as an alternative to hotels.

From the balcony, you can see the Basilica della Salute, the Punta della Dogana, the Island of San Giorgio, and the Church Redentore.

Moreover, if your dream is to live the most magical day of your life in a Venetian palace, the ideal could be the frescoed room of a romantic Hotel located in one of the most fascinating and suggestive places in Venice.

The hotel has a noble floor with several frescoed rooms suitable for every wedding and wedding reception. Regarding the gardens, there is a wonderful one in a historical Venetian palace overlooking the Grand Canal.

It is an extraordinarily well-kept garden. It is an exclusive privilege for a Venetian house to have a garden, green spots that break the reign of the Grand Canal’s water element even for the blink of an eye.

The Garden of roses and jasmine in a historic Venetian palace is the secret garden of roses and jasmine of a landmark Venetian palace. It is an interior, intimate garden, decorated with a well that dates back to the 14th century.

As your wedding planner in Venice we will be pleased to illustrate you the infinite possibilities this incredible City can offer.

Also, what we frequently experienced is that Venice has a complex logistic, therefore it is very frequent that couples needs our help to manage the logistic of their guest along their journey in the town and, mostly to reach the venue from the airport and vice-versa.

We conclude with one of the most requested places by North American couples: Amalfi and its coastline.

What exactly makes Amalfi Coast so unique, and why would it be ideal for your elopement?

With its surreal clifftop resorts, century-old hotels, and scenic castles, the Italian coastline is something you can’t miss.

There is no better way to describe these places than a vertical city perched in the middle of glorious mountains in a perfect sea.

This Italian elopement destination is located inside the Salerno Gulf on the Tyrrhenian Sea.

It is divided among thirteen municipalities of southern Italy with people that are as amazing as the views you can see there.

When a couple is looking for an elopement solution or a destination wedding in Italy, we always list this solution down as one of Europe’s best options.

You will also have the spoilt of choice when you have to decide where to set up your elopement.

You can choose one of the most famous towns on the Amalfi Coast: Ravello, Amalfi, or Positano.

Their beautiful views will be the background of your elopement photos that will remain in your heart.

Or you may decide with originality for another of the hidden treasures of this land: Praiano, Atrani, Conca dei Marini are no less than the most popular places for beauty and hospitality.

Amalfi coast is more than just first impressions.

It doesn’t amaze couples only when approaching the coastline, but it offers more surprises as you encounter castles, churches, museums, and other attractions.

Plan your elopement with the help of a wedding planner on the Amalfi Coast; you deserve to enjoy the best local wedding venues with lush green gardens, gorgeous beach scenes, and balconies offering spectacular views of the sea.