If you’re planning a destination wedding in Italy, choosing the location can feel like the biggest decision because it shapes everything else: the weekend flow, the guest experience, the logistics, the budget, and yes… the photos.
This guide is here to make the decision simpler and more you-focused.
Instead of asking, “What’s the most famous place to get married?” ask:
What kind of weekend do we want to live inside?
Quiet and immersive? Glamorous and cinematic? Coastal and high-energy? Urban and romantic?
Below, I’ll break down Lake Como, Tuscany, Amalfi, and Rome by vibe, practical realities, and who each place fits best—especially for intimate, multi-day celebrations.
Start with these 4 questions
Do you want your wedding to feel like a retreat or an adventure?
Retreat: Tuscany villa weekend
Adventure: Rome + city energy, Amalfi movement, boats/drives
How important is “ease” for your guests?
Ease: Tuscany (single location), many Como villas
Harder: Amalfi (stairs/transport), Rome (city coordination)
Do you want one central venue or multiple “moments” across the weekend?
One venue weekend: Tuscany / some Como villas
Multiple moments: Rome / Amalfi (by nature of the geography)
What do you want the background to feel like?
Mountains + lake elegance: Como
Rolling countryside + warm intimacy: Tuscany
Dramatic coastline + Mediterranean romance: Amalfi
Timeless city + cinematic history: Rome
Lake Como weddings
The feel
Elegant, cinematic, iconic. Como feels like classic romance with a little “old-world glamour.” It’s ideal if you want a refined setting, lake views, and a weekend that can feel both relaxed and elevated.
Best for couples who…
want a luxury-meets-intimate atmosphere
love the idea of boat moments and lakeside aperitivo energy
want guests to feel like they’ve stepped into a film
Real-life logistics to know
Boats and transfers are part of the magic… and part of the timeline.
Some areas are car-limited and require planning for vendor load-in and guests.
Weather can be stunning but variable—Plan B matters.
Photo-friendly notes
Como shines with:
early evening light on the water
villa gardens and architectural portraits
day-after “boat hour” sessions (often the most relaxed photos)
If you want: polished elegance + a little drama, Como is hard to beat.
Tuscany weddings
The feel
Immersive, warm, grounded. Tuscany is the “wedding weekend retreat” choice—where everyone arrives, exhales, and lives together for a few days.
Best for couples who…
want a villa weekend with under ~100 guests
value connection, long meals, and that “summer house” feeling
want the least stressful version of a destination wedding
Real-life logistics to know
The biggest win: one central home base (guests, events, and photos all flow).
Transportation is usually simpler than Amalfi and less segmented than Rome.
Your weekend can be beautifully paced: welcome dinner → wedding day → brunch.
Photo-friendly notes
Tuscany photographs like memory:
golden fields, olive groves, stone villas, candlelit dinners
it’s naturally suited to documentary coverage because people linger and connect
If you want: calm, intimate, “we actually lived it,” Tuscany is the easiest yes.
Amalfi Coast weddings
The feel
Electric, dramatic, and undeniably romantic. Amalfi is high-impact beauty: cliffside views, coastal color, and that “we can’t believe this is real” atmosphere.
Best for couples who…
love movement and don’t mind some logistics to get the reward
want epic scenery and vibrant guest energy
want a destination wedding that feels like a once-in-a-lifetime trip
Real-life logistics to know (the honest part)
Transportation takes time. Roads are narrow and traffic is real.
Many locations involve stairs and elevation—plan guest comfort intentionally.
Building a schedule with buffer isn’t optional here; it’s how you keep it calm.
Photo-friendly notes
Amalfi is incredible when you:
schedule the ceremony later to avoid harsh midday sun/heat
plan portraits efficiently (short windows, not marathon sessions)
protect transition time so you’re not rushing everywhere
If you want: breathtaking scenery + big “Italy energy,” Amalfi delivers—best with a strong planner and a padded timeline.
Rome weddings
The feel
Timeless, soulful, cinematic. Rome is for couples who love history, texture, and city romance—where the backdrop is alive and every corner has story.
Best for couples who…
want culture, food, and atmosphere as the main character
love the idea of a city celebration (or a Rome chapter of a larger Italy trip)
want guests to explore, wander, and experience Italy deeply
Real-life logistics to know
City weddings can involve more coordination (transport, permits, timing, crowds).
The payoff is huge—but it helps to plan intentional “moments” rather than trying to do everything.
Photo-friendly notes
Rome is at its best:
early mornings or late afternoons (softer light, calmer streets)
with a short, relaxed portrait walk built into the weekend
with intimate gatherings where the city becomes texture, not a distraction
If you want: historic romance + cinematic storytelling, Rome is unmatched.
Quick comparison
(the “which one is us?” version)
Choose Tuscany if you want…
the calmest weekend flow
one beautiful home base
long dinners, presence, and intimacy
Choose Lake Como if you want…
classic elegance and lake glamour
villas, gardens, and boat moments
refined, cinematic visuals
Choose Amalfi if you want…
dramatic coastline and vibrant energy
a “trip of a lifetime” feel
you’re okay trading ease for impact (with the right plan)
Choose Rome if you want…
city romance, history, and texture
a celebration that feels cultural and alive
cinematic storytelling in an iconic setting
Seasonality notes
(simple, practical)
Summer can mean heat + strong sun (and on Amalfi, more congestion). Build in comfort and margin.
Shoulder seasons often feel calmer and more breathable.
Regardless of month: Plan B matters—choose one you actually like, not one you tolerate.
My Advice on How to decide
Pick your top two locations and imagine this moment:
It’s the morning after the wedding.
Where are you having coffee? What do you hear? What does the air feel like? Are you walking through a village, looking out over water, sitting at a long villa table, or stepping into a quiet Roman street?
That “morning after” vibe usually tells you the truth.
Want help choosing based on your exact weekend?
Contact me and share:
your guest count
the kind of weekend you want (retreat vs adventure)
your preferred feel (elegant / warm / dramatic / historic)
I’ll suggest which location fits best and share a sample galleries for you to see other couple’s experiences.
