Authentic Venues for Civil Weddings in Italy
Authenticity – this is the key word I follow when organizing each couple’s wedding. And for a civil wedding in Italy, we have more than one location that perfectly reflects this concept. All that’s left is to choose.
Lago di Como Teresio Olivelli
In northern Italy, in the municipality of Tremezzo, there’s a place locals call Olivelli Park. Here, a round open-air terrace overlooks the waves of Lake Como and the majestic silhouettes of the surrounding mountains. This is where you can exchange your vows intimately — just the two of you, or with your closest family and friends.
After the ceremony, don’t rush anywhere — the park, established in the 18th century with its impressive fountains, double staircases, and exotic greenery, will gladly welcome you for a photoshoot and an aperitif.
San Galgano Abbey
Tuscany — a region filled with mystique, medieval charm, and the essence of true Italy, where endless vineyards and winding roads lined with green cypress trees create an unforgettable landscape. Among them lie wineries and abbeys that tell the most fascinating stories.
One of these remarkable abbeys is ideal for couples seeking a unique and distinctive place for a civil wedding in Italy — San Galgano. This roofless church dates back to the 14th century, and its architecture is unlike anything else. This magical place not only invites you to say your “I do,” but also to start your wedding photoshoot right there, among its ancient columns.
Ruins of the Sant’Eustachio Basilica
Heading a bit further south — to the colorful Amalfi Coast — we find more than one special and authentic venue for a civil wedding in Italy. However, one of the most breathtaking and beloved among them is the majestic Sant’Eustachio.
Nestled among olive and lemon trees in the town of Scala, overlooking the sea, stand the remains of what was once one of the most beautiful churches of the Amalfi Republic. Today, it’s a civil wedding venue featuring striking columns and window arches framing views of the town below — a magical spot for your wedding photos, both on the ground and from above.
Giardini Principessa di Piemonte
Wandering a bit further through the streets of the Amalfi Coast to the town of Ravello — the home of music and nature — you’ll find the Princess of Piedmont Gardens. Adorned with thousands of colorful blossoms, sprinkled with fairy-tale charm, and offering sweeping views over endless horizons, this park has become a favorite among couples choosing to marry in Italy.
What most often tempts couples to say their “I do” here? Perhaps the chance to feel as if they’re in the clouds, pledging eternal love surrounded by the most beautiful greenery — a perfect backdrop for magical photos, whether just the two of you or together with friends and family.
Sorrento Chiostro di San Francesco
The Amalfi Coast — once a great republic and today one of the most inspiring destinations — is home to the enchanting seaside town of Sorrento. It’s here that the Chiostro di San Francesco has stood for four centuries.
The architecture of this former monastery is a magnificent blend of Baroque and other styles, while its inner courtyard, wrapped in emerald greenery, resembles a fairytale setting where a prince and princess share their true love’s kiss. Filled with romance and tranquility, this courtyard can become your own place to begin a lifetime of love — your civil wedding in Italy.
