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Wedding venues in Italy

Compare Lake Como’s villas with an exclusive estate stay in Tuscany. The setting changes the accommodation, catering and transfer questions to ask.

4 researched venues · Italy

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Ivy-covered loggia overlooking Lake Como at Villa del Balbianello
Tremezzina · Lake Como

Villa del Balbianello

Lake-view civil or symbolic ceremonies

Waterfront

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Lakeside terraces and an ivy-framed loggia at a historic villa on Lake Como.

Before you book
This is a heritage property open to visitors. Confirm private-use times, boat or walking access, catering and weather backup with FAI.

Checked 2026-10-13 · Photo: Alessio Mesiano / FAI

Wedding reception tables beneath a marquee overlooking Lake Como at Villa Pizzo
Cernobbio · Lake Como

Villa Pizzo

Garden receptions overlooking Lake Como

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A lakeside villa with varied garden settings and decorated interiors on the Gulf of Cernobbio.

Before you book
The venue lists AFM Banqueting as its exclusive catering partner. Confirm catering scope, indoor backup and event access before comparing quotes.

Checked 2026-10-14 · Photo: Nicole Balsamo Photography / Villa Pizzo

Aerial view of Villa Erba and its lakeside park in Cernobbio
Cernobbio · Lake Como

Villa Erba

Lakeside receptions with substantial indoor space

Waterfront

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Historic lake-view rooms, frescoed interiors and garden terraces in Cernobbio.

Before you book
Ask about the specific historic-villa rooms included, catering arrangements and lake or road access for your group.

Checked 2026-10-14 · Photo: Villa Erba

Castello di Vicarello among Tuscan hills and cypress trees at sunset
Poggi del Sasso · Cinigiano, Tuscany

Castello di Vicarello

Multi-day countryside estate celebrations

Countryside

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A Tuscan castle estate with gardens, vineyards and accommodation for a private wedding stay.

Before you book
Events above 20 guests require an estate buyout with at least three nights. Ask about off-site guest accommodation and shuttle arrangements.

Checked 2026-10-14 · Photo: Victor Fitz / Castello di Vicarello

Planning in Italy

Day hire or estate stay

Vicarello requires a three-night private buyout for events above 20 guests. Compare the total stay commitment with a lake villa’s event hire.

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Check catering flexibility

Villa Pizzo names an exclusive banqueting partner. Establish supplier rules before building your own catering shortlist.

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Plan overnight guests

Vicarello can arrange nearby accommodation and shuttles for additional guests. Ask which rooms are on the estate and which require transfers.

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Sources & selection notes

Checked 14 October 2026. These are researched suggestions, not paid rankings or hands-on reviews. Confirm your date, event spaces and a full quote directly with the venue. This guide covers the country named above; your saved locations do not change its recommendations.

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