With rolling hills dotted with vineyards, cypress trees and centuries-old villas, Tuscany draws couples from all over the world, given its wealth of cultural and natural heritage set in a landscape that has inspired some of the greatest artists in the world. With full circle wedding planning services at your disposal, a picture-perfect wedding day is ensured. Here we take you through some of the most breathtaking venues in Florence and Tuscany for your destination wedding.
VILLA IL SALVIATINO
Make yourself at home in the 15th- century hand-restored villa of Il Salviatino, offering spectacular views of the surrounding nature and beauty. Located just 15 minutes outside the city center, it vaunts original frescoes, lush gardens and a vast yet cozy terrace with vistas of the Duomo. From truffle hunting on the property grounds to private winery tours and family-style Tuscan dinners, you can tailor-make your Tuscan wedding package, choosing from different locations in the villa or the private parkland to cater to your every desire.
BELMOND VILLA SAN MICHELE
Set in the hills above Florence with swoonworthy views over the city, Belmond Villa San Michele rivals any museum or gallery with its historic frescoes, cutting-edge art and façade attributed to Michelangelo. Formerly a 15th-century monastery, the Italian gardens are luxuriant with the alluring scent of lemon trees and roses, ideal for a romantic stroll with your spouse. Only 15 minutes from the centre of Florence, the unique location with its picturesque views is a sensational site for weddings.
VILLA AND FATTORIA DI MAIANO
Nestled in the green hills between Fiesole and Florence, Villa and Fattoria di Maiano is a stunning setting for a remarkable event. Originally built in 1400, the estate is only five kilometers from Florence, yet it feels like you’re deep in the countryside. With a swimming pool and even an olive oil mill, there’s plenty to explore and enjoy. The private sitting room of Elisabetta Corsini is home to a collection of antique dolls and valuable tomes collected by Sir John Temple Leader reside in the library, making this venue endlessly desirable.
VILLA CORSINI IN MEZZOMONTE
One of the last Medici residences, Villa Corsini in Mezzomonte is a grand and elegant setting for your special occasion. Dating back to medieval times, the villa features frescoes from the 1630s and was inherited by the Corsini family in 1644. Located in the municipality of Impruneta a mere seven kilometres from Florence, the venue offers guests mesmerizing views of the Chianti hills and centuries of history that will enthral all.
VILLA CORA
Another noted venue is Villa Cora, an exquisite and exclusive aristocratic premises set within a centuries-old park and overlooking the much-admired Boboli Gardens. The lavishly decorated Moresque Room is particularly charming, with its eclectic taste typical of the villa, also evidenced in the Mirror Room, which was once considered the most beautiful ballroom in Florence, drawing illustrious guests such as Princess Eugenia, wife of Napoleon III, and the renowned Russian composer Tchaikovsky.
