Planning a wedding in Tuscany starts with one question: where? The venue decides almost everything that follows, from the size of the guest list to the shape of the weekend, and Tuscany offers a wider choice than most couples expect, from castles and fortified borgos to Renaissance villas and wine estates.

This list brings together the venues we know best, each chosen for something it does well: the views, the food, the privacy, the spaces for every moment of the weekend. For each of them we describe the setting, what it offers and what sets it apart.

Read it as a starting point for your search: the details below are the ones couples and planners ask us about most when they are deciding where to celebrate their wedding day in Tuscany.

Just a short drive from the museums and piazzas of Florence, Villa Mangiacane is a Renaissance villa that gives couples the scale of a historic estate together with the quiet of the Tuscan countryside around it.

The setting: Villa Mangiacane sits close enough to Florence that guests can spend a morning in the city and be back for dinner. Around it, vineyards and olive groves run down the hills, the views are wide in every direction, and the city's art and history stay within reach for the days around the wedding.

What it offers: The villa is Renaissance through and through. Its rooms keep their frescoed ceilings and period details, so even the hours of getting ready carry a sense of history. Outside, a pool set in formal gardens makes an easy, relaxed place for a poolside party, and the views around the villa give every part of the day a setting that needs little added decoration.

What sets it apart: Villa Mangiacane works for every part of a wedding weekend. There are smaller rooms and corners for an intimate welcome dinner, and larger spaces in the gardens and the courtyard for the main celebration, each with its own character, so each moment of the weekend feels different from the last.

Around the villa: The old village nearby is worth an afternoon: narrow streets, good restaurants, and a slower pace that gives guests a little more of Tuscany between the wedding events.

With its frescoed rooms, its views over the hills and a different place for every moment of the weekend, Villa Mangiacane suits couples who want history and space in equal measure, set in the landscape that brought them to Tuscany in the first place, and close enough to Florence for guests who want a taste of both.

On a hilltop in the heart of Tuscany, Castello di Velona is a castle and borgo with views in every direction, a venue where the landscape is as much a part of the wedding as the castle itself.

The setting: Surrounded by rolling hills, Castello di Velona has a calm, refined atmosphere. From the top of the hill the panoramic views stretch across the countryside, and they follow guests through the whole celebration, from the ceremony to dinner.

What it offers: The castle's rooms and interiors are richly furnished and comfortable, a real pleasure for guests who stay for the weekend. For a religious ceremony, the Abbey of Sant'Antimo is close by, and its centuries of history give the ceremony a setting of its own.

What sets it apart: The estate's pride is a spectacular pool with one of the widest views over Tuscany. Velona is also known for its own wine, which brings a local flavor to dinner, and the variety of the property offers many different places for photographs, each with its own light and landscape.

With its hilltop position, comfortable interiors, an abbey nearby for the ceremony, the pool, the wine and so many corners for photographs, Castello di Velona gives couples a wedding where the castle and the Tuscan landscape work together from the first hour to the last.

In the heart of the Val d'Orcia, Castiglion del Bosco is one of the estates with the finest views in the region, where a wedding takes in the whole landscape.

The setting: Spread across the soft hills of the Val d'Orcia, Castiglion del Bosco looks out over some of the widest views in Tuscany, a backdrop that changes with every hour of the day.

Villas for guests: A collection of private villas is scattered across the grounds. They host guests in comfort, and they also work well as the setting for a smaller, more intimate wedding.

The chapel: Couples can exchange vows in the centuries-old chapel inside the borgo, a small church where the history of the estate is close at hand.

Golf and views: The estate has its own golf course, a good choice for couples who play, and a setting that also opens up unusual places for portraits.

The pool: A quiet pool offers a calm place to relax, and a relaxed venue for gatherings the day before or after the wedding.

With its location, private villas, historic chapel, golf course and pool, Castiglion del Bosco offers couples many ways to shape a wedding weekend, all within one estate and with the history and landscape of the Val d'Orcia all around.

In a quiet corner of the Val d'Orcia, Borgo Finocchieto is a restored hamlet known above all for its privacy and its careful restoration. In 2017 it hosted the Obama family during their stay in Tuscany.

The setting: In the heart of the Val d'Orcia, Borgo Finocchieto is surrounded by open, silent countryside, a setting that feels far from everyday life.

What it offers: Beyond its history, the borgo offers well-kept grounds and gardens, and the nearby Castello della Torre di Bibbiano is available for wedding receptions, giving the evening a larger stage.

What sets it apart: Borgo Finocchieto has spaces for every stage of the celebration, from a small ceremony in a secluded corner to a large reception inside the castle.

Privacy: The borgo is known for its high level of privacy, with exclusive use that lets couples keep the day entirely to themselves.

For couples who want privacy above all, Borgo Finocchieto is one of the best answers in Tuscany: a borgo where the Obama family chose to stay, and where a wedding can unfold quietly in the landscape of the Val d'Orcia.

Surrounded by the Tuscan hills, Borgo Santo Pietro works for an intimate wedding and for all the moments of a wedding weekend. It is a short drive from the Abbey of San Galgano, and offers both small, private spaces and room for a larger celebration.

The setting: Among rolling hills and lush gardens, Borgo Santo Pietro is a private estate with wide views, a quiet place to rest in the days around the wedding.

What it offers: The 13th-century villa has been carefully restored, and its suites are furnished with antiques. Meo Modo, the estate's acclaimed restaurant, cooks from its own farm, and the spa is there for the days before the wedding.

What sets it apart: Menus are planned around each couple, and there are several places for the ceremony, under old trees or beside the private lake. The estate also offers a high level of privacy.

For guests: Villas across the estate can host all the wedding guests, each with its own space and privacy.

Borgo Santo Pietro brings together gardens, good food and nature, and gives couples a weekend where everyone stays in the same place, surrounded by the Tuscan countryside.

In the green countryside of Lucca, Villa Grabau is a historic villa with centuries of history behind it, and a grand setting for a wedding in one of the greenest corners of Tuscany.

The setting: Villa Grabau stands in the greenest part of Tuscany, and its old-world atmosphere reflects a long history. The town center of Lucca is only a few minutes away, with plenty for guests to see and do in the days around the wedding.

What sets it apart: The villa's history is visible everywhere, and its large grounds offer different places for the wedding, the welcome event and the farewell, so each part of the weekend has its own setting.

What it offers: The Limonaia, the old lemon house, is one of the most beautiful rooms in Tuscany for a wedding dinner. The Arancera, a newer area at the bottom of the estate, hosts guests in comfortable rooms with a lovely pool.

Villa Grabau brings together elegance and history in the countryside around Lucca, and gives couples a wedding with a strong sense of place, from the gardens to the dinner in the Limonaia.

In the landscapes of the Maremma, Castello di Vicarello is an old castle run with great care by the family who restored it, and a beautiful, very personal setting for a wedding.

The setting: In the Maremma countryside, Castello di Vicarello combines old-world elegance with a simple, rustic charm. It is easy to reach, yet surrounded by untouched landscape, and its position guarantees real privacy for the whole celebration. The castle sits in a quiet, open landscape, and guests feel the distance from everyday life from the moment they arrive.

What it offers: The estate has many areas suited to ceremonies and receptions, each with its own character, so couples can shape the day in different ways. As a family-run property, the care and attention to detail show in every part of the wedding. From the ceremony to the last dance, each part of the day can happen in a different corner of the estate.

What sets it apart: The views are wide and beautiful, the pool sits in the middle of the green landscape, and the rooms, furnished with taste, give guests a comfortable stay inside the historic castle.

Castello di Vicarello brings together Tuscan elegance and the warmth of a family home. With many areas for the celebration, wide views, an inviting pool, comfortable rooms and the privacy of its untouched surroundings, it gives couples a wedding with the rustic charm of the Maremma and a sense of home that few venues can offer. Here, on a family-run estate, the wedding feels like a gathering in someone's home, with the generosity of Italian hospitality and the quiet of a place far from everyday life.

One of the most refined wedding venues in Chianti, Vignamaggio is a historic villa restored with great care, where centuries of history meet a contemporary eye.

The setting: In the heart of Chianti, Vignamaggio is a historic villa carefully restored for today, with wide views over the vineyards that stay with guests through every moment of the celebration.

What it offers: Vignamaggio is one of the most beautifully kept venues in the region, with many areas for ceremonies and receptions, from romantic gardens to elegant halls.

What sets it apart: Set in one of Italy's best-known wine regions, Vignamaggio offers not only beautiful views but also many excursions for guests in the days around the wedding.

Vignamaggio is among the most refined and best-kept wedding venues in Tuscany.

Popular with couples for its style, Conti di San Bonifacio is a refined wedding venue in the untouched landscape of the Maremma, with 360-degree views over the countryside and the hills around it.

The setting: Surrounded by the Maremma countryside, Conti di San Bonifacio has views that stretch as far as the eye can see. It is not far from the beaches of the Tuscan coast, and it combines elegance and nature in a calm, open landscape. It is a place where the landscape is part of every moment of the day.

What it offers: The estate produces its own wines and local products, which go hand in hand with the cooking of the in-house restaurant. Each dish brings the flavors of the Maremma to the table. The kitchen caters to demanding tastes and is one of the reasons couples choose this venue.

What sets it apart: Conti di San Bonifacio is best suited to small, intimate weddings, planned in every detail. The beautiful pool looks out over the landscape, and the staff, known for their warmth and helpfulness, make sure every detail runs smoothly.

Conti di San Bonifacio is a stylish choice in the Maremma for carefully planned celebrations. Its popularity comes from the views and the quality of its food and wine, and from the way elegance and nature sit side by side. With a friendly team and a beautiful setting, it gives couples a wedding with the open, unspoiled character of the Maremma.

Halfway between Florence and Siena, Borgo Stomennano is a much-loved wedding venue, surrounded by the light and landscape of the Tuscan countryside.

The setting: In the Tuscan countryside, Borgo Stomennano has a calm elegance, and the arrival along a long cypress-lined avenue makes a memorable entrance.

What it offers: The walled village of Monteriggioni is close by. The pool has wide panoramic views, and there are period rooms dedicated to the bride's preparation.

What sets it apart: Borgo Stomennano is ideal for wedding receptions, with shaded areas in the grounds that keep guests out of the summer sun.

Borgo Stomennano offers quiet elegance in the Tuscan countryside, and its central position between Florence and Siena makes it easy for guests to reach.

In the hills of Tuscany, Il Borro is one of the most complete wedding estates in the region, owned by the Ferragamo family.

The setting: Among the rolling hills of Tuscany, Il Borro combines refined style with country charm. The large estate includes an equestrian center with the property's own horses.

What it offers: Il Borro has a well-known restaurant serving Tuscan cooking, as well as comfortable country-style rooms and common areas.

What sets it apart: One of Il Borro's strengths is the variety of places for ceremonies, receptions and photographs, from the historic villa to the old borgo and the newer area with horses and cypresses.

Il Borro, shaped by the Ferragamo family, is one of the most complete wedding estates in Tuscany. With its horses, its large grounds, a renowned restaurant and many places for the ceremony, it gives couples a weekend where style and the Tuscan landscape go together. Between the country rooms and the hills around them, the wedding becomes a full experience for guests, with the feel of an old Italian estate and the comfort of a modern one.

On the hills just outside Florence, Villa Gamberaia is a historic villa with refined, timeless charm, only a few minutes from the city center.

The setting: A few minutes from the historic center of Florence, Villa Gamberaia carries a long history, and couples feel it in every room and garden of the estate. The villa has been part of Florentine life for centuries, and its rooms and gardens still show it.

What it offers: The villa has many spaces set up for ceremonies and receptions, and its green grounds are wonderful for photographs. At the top of the house, a large apartment for the bridal party is where the day begins, with space and light for getting ready.

What sets it apart: Villa Gamberaia has wide views over Florence, a striking backdrop for the celebration. Its pride is the formal Italian garden, carefully kept and one of the most romantic settings for a wedding near the city. From the garden, the view over the city changes through the day, and it is one of the reasons couples choose to marry here.

Villa Gamberaia is a place of elegance and history above Florence. Close to the city center, with spaces ready for every part of the day, it gives couples a wedding with real grandeur and beauty. Between the views and the gardens, the day takes place against the skyline of Florence, with the feel of an old Italian family home.

In the quiet Tuscan countryside near Florence, Villa Corsini is a historic estate owned and run by the Corsini family, and a private, beautiful setting for a wedding a short drive from the city.

The setting: Close to Florence, Villa Corsini puts the city's art and history within easy reach while keeping guests in the calm of the Tuscan countryside. Guests can enjoy a day in the city and still return to the quiet of the hills in the evening. The estate has a strong sense of history, and reflects the grace of an old aristocratic family home.

What it offers: The views over the countryside make a beautiful setting for the wedding. Fireworks can be part of the celebration, and there is a solid backup plan in case of bad weather, so the day runs smoothly whatever happens.

What sets it apart: The historic interiors are elegant and full of character. Keep in mind that the villa does not offer rooms for guests, so accommodation needs to be arranged nearby. Many couples choose hotels in Florence or in the surrounding countryside for their guests.

Villa Corsini is a private Tuscan estate near Florence with the atmosphere of another era and the practical side of a modern venue. With its views, the history of the Corsini family, the possibility of fireworks and its beautiful interiors, it gives couples a wedding inside the rooms of a family home, with the romance of the Tuscan hills all around.

The setting: Among the rolling hills of Tuscany, Castel Monastero has a strong sense of history and elegance. The old castle has been carefully restored, and walking through it still feels like stepping back in time. Its stone walls and narrow passageways give the estate the feel of a small medieval village.

What it offers: The courtyard is the heart of the wedding reception, a beautiful example of the castle's architecture. The castle can host all the guests, and a solid backup plan keeps the celebration on track whatever the weather. With everyone staying in the castle, the weekend runs without transfers.

What sets it apart: Castel Monastero offers a pool and a thermal spa open to all guests, a welcome place to relax between the moments of the wedding weekend.

Castel Monastero is one of the most complete castle venues in Tuscany. With its courtyard, rooms for every guest, a reliable backup plan and the pool and spa, it gives couples a wedding inside a restored castle, where history and modern comfort sit side by side and the whole weekend can take place within the same walls.

In the Tuscan countryside, a short distance from the sea, L’Andana is a large and beautiful estate for weddings, where the elegance of the property meets the open feel of the coast.

The setting: Set in the Tuscan countryside and close to the sea, L'Andana has a refined, natural atmosphere. The size of the estate gives it a sense of space and quiet, and a feeling of exclusivity. Guests have room to spread out, and the estate never feels crowded.

What it offers: L'Andana has a well-known restaurant with Tuscan cooking at its center. The estate also has rooms for all the guests, so everyone can stay on the property for the celebration. Dinner can easily become the highlight of the weekend.

What sets it apart: Its location near the sea is the estate's strongest point, combining the Tuscan countryside and the coast. Couples get a setting for their wedding that offers the best of both. In the same weekend, guests can move from the countryside to the beach.

L'Andana is a coastal estate in the Tuscan landscape, ideal for weddings thanks to its size and beauty. With its restaurant, rooms for everyone and the sea close by, it gives couples a weekend that brings together nature, good company and Tuscan cooking. Between the estate and the sea, the wedding takes on the relaxed elegance of the Tuscan coast and the countryside around it.

In the Tuscan countryside, a short distance from Florence, Castello del Nero is a historic castle for weddings, combining old-world charm with modern comfort and the quiet of the hills.

The setting: Close to Florence, Castello del Nero has all the character of the Tuscan countryside. The surroundings and the history of the castle give the estate an atmosphere of quiet, lasting elegance.

What it offers: The castle has large, beautiful grounds and a pool, a perfect setting for a welcome dinner in the Tuscan landscape. The rooms combine modern comfort with the history of the house. On the evening before the wedding, dinner by the pool is an easy way to welcome everyone.

What sets it apart: Castello del Nero can host all the wedding guests, so the whole weekend takes place in one place. The grounds and the pool are ideal for gatherings and for welcoming guests on the first evening.

Castello del Nero is an elegant, refined venue in the Tuscan landscape, combining the history of a castle with the comfort of today, close enough to Florence for guests who want to see the city.

With its convenient location, beautiful grounds, the pool and rooms for every guest, the weekend becomes a full experience, with the views of Tuscany and the presence of a historic castle. Between the castle and the countryside around it, couples find a wedding with lasting character and a refined Tuscan feel.

In the heart of Tuscany, a short drive from the medieval city of Siena, Villa di Geggiano is a historic villa for weddings, with a long history and its own place in cinema.

The setting: Close to Siena, Villa di Geggiano has a location full of history and Tuscan character. Its grounds and views give the estate an elegant atmosphere, with a touch of film history. Siena is close enough for guests to spend an afternoon in its piazza and streets before or after the wedding.

What it offers: The villa was the set of the film "Stealing Beauty", which gives it a place in cinema history. Its old, characterful rooms are where the bride and groom get ready, surrounded by history. Getting ready in those rooms gives the first photographs of the day a warmth and a character of their own.

What sets it apart: The gardens and grounds have beautiful views and make a natural setting for the celebration. The carefully designed gardens bring nature into the wedding and create a romantic atmosphere.

Villa di Geggiano is a classic Tuscan villa for a wedding. Close to Siena, with its gardens and views, its film history and its old rooms for getting ready, it gives couples a wedding that feels like a story set in the Tuscan landscape. Between the villa and the countryside around it, the day carries the charm of history and the beauty of Tuscany.

In the untouched countryside near Volterra, Borgo Pignano is a private estate for weddings, surrounded by nature, quiet and wide views over the Tuscan hills.

The setting: In an unspoiled area near Volterra, Borgo Pignano is surrounded by intact countryside. The estate has a rustic, peaceful character, deep in the landscape of Tuscany. The estate feels far from the busier parts of the region, and this sense of distance is part of its charm.

What it offers: Borgo Pignano has wide views over the Tuscan countryside. Its award-winning pool, known as one of the most beautiful in Tuscany, is a wonderful place to relax, and the estate as a whole gives a sense of exclusivity and comfort.

What sets it apart: Borgo Pignano stands out for its privacy, far from everyday life. Its calm setting makes it ideal for an intimate wedding in an untouched landscape. Couples who want a small wedding, away from crowds and visitors, will find here the setting they are looking for.

Borgo Pignano is a place of rustic elegance and nature in the countryside near Volterra. With its views, its award-winning pool and its privacy, it gives couples a wedding in the untouched Tuscan landscape and the quiet of a secluded estate. Here, surrounded by the countryside, couples can celebrate away from everything, in one of the most unspoiled corners of Tuscany. It is the kind of place where a wedding feels truly private.

In the Tuscan countryside, Villa di Artimino is a versatile venue for weddings, combining natural beauty with the elegance of a historic villa and spaces for every moment of the day.

The setting: Among the landscapes of Tuscany, Villa di Artimino has wide views and a timeless atmosphere. The estate has a quiet, refined charm and a calm, beautiful setting. It is a place where guests can settle in and enjoy the countryside for the whole weekend.

What it offers: The estate has a hotel on its grounds, so all guests can stay on site, which makes the weekend easy and convenient. In case of bad weather, there is a solid backup plan, so the celebration can go ahead without worries.

What sets it apart: Villa di Artimino has many beautiful views to choose from for the wedding day. With different areas for ceremonies and receptions, couples can shape the celebration in the Tuscan landscape as they wish. Each area has its own view, so the ceremony, the aperitivo and the dinner can each feel different.

Inside the villa, large indoor rooms offer flexible spaces for different moments of the wedding.

Villa di Artimino is a flexible and beautiful setting for weddings, combining the Tuscan landscape with elegant indoor spaces. With its hotel, backup plan, views and different areas for the ceremony and reception, it gives couples a weekend in nature with the comfort of a well-run estate. Around the villa, the wedding takes on the romance of Tuscany and the refinement of a historic home.

In the Tuscan countryside, Antica Fattoria di Paterno is a romantic venue for weddings, known for its grounds full of flowers.

The setting: Surrounded by quiet Tuscan countryside, Antica Fattoria di Paterno has a timeless, romantic atmosphere. Its well-kept grounds, full of colorful flowers, are a beautiful setting for couples.

What it offers: The estate offers something unusual: dinner in a real Italian piazza. It gives the wedding an authentic feel, close to Italian tradition. Long tables in the piazza make the dinner feel like a village celebration. There is also a solid backup plan in case of rain, so the celebration goes ahead whatever the weather.

What sets it apart: Antica Fattoria di Paterno has plenty of rooms, on the estate and nearby, so guests are well looked after. Guests can stay close to the celebration, which makes the whole weekend easier. The venue also has a beautiful view, which adds to the atmosphere of the day.

Antica Fattoria di Paterno brings together romance, flowers and an authentic Italian piazza. Its attention to detail, its backup plans, the rooms for guests and the views make it a natural setting for couples who want to celebrate in Tuscany. Among the flowers and the landscape, the wedding takes on the warmth and charm of Italy.

On the beach in Tuscany, Bambaissa is a rare wedding venue right on the sand, in the well-known seaside town of Forte dei Marmi, combining the comfort of a fine hotel with the charm of the coast.

The setting: One of the very few wedding venues right on a Tuscan beach, Bambaissa brings elegance to the seaside. It is in Forte dei Marmi, one of Italy's best-known seaside resorts, and has a refined coastal atmosphere.

What it offers: Guests stay at the five-star Hotel Augustus, with excellent comfort and service. Being able to host everyone in the same hotel makes the celebration easier and more convenient.

What sets it apart: Bambaissa is ideal for large weddings, with a solid backup plan so the celebration can go ahead in any weather. This reliability is especially useful for big celebrations, where every detail of the day has to work.

Bambaissa is a seaside venue that gives couples a beautiful setting in Forte dei Marmi. With its location on the beach, the hotel for guests and a reliable backup plan, the wedding becomes a full experience by the sea, with the style of one of Italy's best-known resorts. Everything is close at hand, from the hotel to the beach, so the day flows without long transfers. Between the beach and the sea, couples can celebrate with the elegance of the Tuscan coast and the comfort of a fine hotel.

In the rolling hills of Tuscany, Castello di Casole is a refined venue that belongs to the Belmond collection, offering couples a wedding with the comfort and service of a great hotel in the Italian countryside.

The setting: In the Tuscan countryside, Castello di Casole has a timeless, elegant atmosphere. Its location among quiet hills is ideal for couples who want a wedding surrounded by nature. From the estate, the hills stretch in every direction, a view that stays with guests through the whole day.

What it offers: As part of the Belmond group, Castello di Casole offers impeccable service. There is a solid backup plan in case of bad weather, and the views from the estate are a wonderful backdrop for the whole celebration.

What sets it apart: The old amphitheater, with its beautiful views, is a perfect place for the ceremony, with the history of the place all around. It is the spot where couples exchange vows looking out over the Tuscan hills, one of the most memorable ceremony spots in the region.

Castello di Casole combines the elegance of Belmond with the rustic charm of Tuscany. With its backup plan, its views and the amphitheater, the wedding becomes a day shaped by one of Italy's most beautiful landscapes. Here, with the Tuscan hills all around and the care of a Belmond hotel, couples begin their life together.