Tuscan Wedding Venue Gallery

Castello Banfi

Castello Banfi is a family-owned vineyard estate and winery in the Brunello region of Tuscany. It has become recognized around the world for its dedication to excellence and for sparking a renaissance in the art of Italian winemaking. Meticulously restored as a hospitality center, it boasts a glass museum, enoteca, and "Ristorante Castello Banfi," serving Mediterranean-inspired Tuscan cuisine in a fine dining ambiance.

The latest jewel in the crown of estate hospitality is "Castello Banfi – Il Borgo," 14 luxury guest rooms nestled in the hamlet that grew alongside the castle walls in the 17th and 18th century. Here, guests are nurtured in a style befitting Tuscan wine country, with cooking classes and wine tastings, vineyard treks and bike rides, cultural tourism or simply relaxing poolside, in the terraced garden, or in the well appointed reading room.

Commanding the high ground over forests, farm-land and vineyards, rolling gently from surrounding mountains and hills down to the Maremma coastline, this historic stronghold of the Republic of Siena has become the region's foremost wine attraction and Italy's Most Honored Vineyard Estate.

Castello Del Nero

Castello del Nero Hotel & Spa is located a stones-throw away from the historic cities of Florence and Siena, surrounded by 700 acres of rolling hills. Castello del Nero is the first luxury hotel is the Chianti area to offer the added indulgence of an exclusive destination spa, making it an outstanding choice for any wedding or honeymoon. While Castello del Nero is the first in the region to offer the latest on modern facilities, it maintains the atmosphere of the historic surroundings The grandeur of the past can still be felt through the many frescoes, family crests and vaulted ceilings that adorn many of the rooms and in the midst of it all, the attentive staff offer unparalleled indulgence at every turn. Each of the 50 rooms and suites have breathtaking views of the estates olive groves and vineyards, inhabited by pheasant, deer and wild boar.

Corte Del Sole

The Relais Alla Corte del Sole is a perfectly restored 18th century monastic village with breathtaking views of rolling hills and blue watered lakes, and the scent in the air is the intoxicating sweet perfume of a flower garden – an idyllic haven.

The Limonaia is a charming location for weddings up to 450 guests with breathtaking views of the ancient and magnificent Etruscan town of Cortona, the superb vineyards of Montepulciano and the rolling hilly landscape of Valdichiana. There is an outside patio with a large water fountain and views over the gardens framed by ancient olive trees and flowers.

There are 18 rooms and suites of varying sizes, all of which have been individually designed and decorated. Each room is supremely sumptuous and decorated with relaxing colors and tones. The richly colored fabrics, classic antique furnishings, fine paintings, decorative beams, stone tiled floors and bathrooms with hand-painted frescoes create a wonderfully romantic atmosphere and a real sense of grandeur.

Villa Mangiacane

Nestled in the heart of the winemaking region of Chianti Classico, Villa Mangiacane is a magnificent 15th Century villa built by the Machiavelli family, bearing the unmistakable hand of the Renaissance master, Michelangelo. Located just south of Florence, Mangiacane offers 28 individually designed rooms and suites and is set within 600 acres of flourishing vineyards and olive groves. Paired with Villa Machiavelli, which offers 9 rooms and suites, this exclusive wedding venue can accommodate up to 100 guests. The classic beauty of Mangiacane combined with its history, art, and idyllic countryside setting create the perfect backdrop for a Tuscan wedding. Luxurious facilities complement the private villa, including the newly opened Nadushka Spa, three swimming pools, unique sculpture gardens and breathtaking Tuscan views of the Duomo in Florence. A stay at Mangiacane allows for easy exploration to Florence, San Gimignano, or the magnificent city of Siena.

Villa San Michele

Villa San Michele is one of the most romantic places in Tuscany. This former monastery, nestled on a hilltop surrounded by trees and terraced gardens, overlooks the city of Florence below. Dating from the 15th century, its facade is attributed to Michelangelo. To step inside is to experience the ethereal beauty and solitude of a renaissance building that is as much a part of Italy's culture as the country’s greatest cathedrals and galleries. The Villa San Michele has 46 rooms, including 25 suites and junior suites, located in the old monastery building and nestled amid the beautiful gardens, enjoying spectacular views, each with its own unique style and antique furnishings. Here, each visitor is a privileged guest, invited to stroll in the Italian gardens, filled with lemon trees and roses, and savor the superb Tuscan cuisine on the alfresco loggia as if in a private home.