How much does a small wedding in Italy cost for 20 guests?
For around 20 guests, a small wedding starts from €30,000, and most come in above that. The venue and the dinner for your guests make most of the difference.
Small wedding in Italy
For us, a micro wedding or small wedding in Italy is about 8 to 30 guests. An elopement is the two of you, or a few people with you.
For around 20 guests, a small wedding starts from €30,000, and most come in above that. The venue and the dinner for your guests make most of the difference.
Italy Elope is a network of wedding planners in the regions we cover, so your day is planned by someone who works there. We also plan larger weddings. Tell us your guest count in the form, and we will set up a call.
If you are not bringing that many people, start on the Italy elopement packages page.
Which venues can take your group
Our elopement packages take up to 10 guests at most venues. Above that, most venues can still host you, but some charge by headcount and the price climbs quickly, so we recommend the venue once we know how many of you there will be.
If you want to look around first, start with Lake Como, Tuscany, the Amalfi Coast, Venice, Florence or Rome. The prices on those pages are for two.
What changes the price
Our elopement packages are priced for two, so they are not a guide for a group. Small weddings do not come as set packages. Every one is a custom quote, built from your guest count, your region and your date.
A symbolic ceremony, or a legal one
Most couples have a symbolic ceremony at the venue and complete the legal marriage at home. A legal ceremony in Italy can be arranged. It needs more paperwork and more time, and the town hall fees are separate.
What to do next
Check AvailabilityFill in the form with your guest count, region and date, and send it. We will then set up a call. Once you have booked the venue and your date is confirmed, we send our contract and take a deposit.
What a small wedding costs in Italy
The difference from an elopement is your guests. The venue charges for your headcount, and some venues get expensive quickly as the numbers go up.
Dinner is priced per guest. At Villa Valentini Bonaparte, for example, dinner is €385 per guest, including VAT.
That is why a small wedding for around 20 guests starts from €30,000. We give you an exact quote once we know your numbers.
FAQs: Small weddings in Italy
How many guests is a small wedding?
For us, a micro wedding or small wedding in Italy is about 8 to 30 guests. An elopement is the two of you, or a few people with you. We also plan larger weddings.
What is the best time of year for a small wedding in Italy?
Spring and early autumn have mild weather and fewer tourists. July and August are hotter, so we plan the ceremony for the evening, when it is cooler and you have the sunset.
How far in advance should we plan a small wedding in Italy?
Start 9 to 12 months ahead to secure your venue and suppliers. With a small group, it can sometimes come together in 3 to 6 months, depending on the venue.
How do we book?
Fill in the form with your guest count, region and date, and send it. We will then set up a call. Once you have booked the venue and your date is confirmed, we send our contract and take a deposit.
Why plan your small wedding in Italy with us?
Planning a wedding abroad can feel daunting, but with a dedicated Italy planning partner you get local expertise and connections that keep a small guest list calm and well run. We build intimate days in Italy’s strongest celebration regions.
Our focus is unforgettable small weddings and elopements that match your story, while we manage the details so you stay present with the people who matter.
If your guest list is much larger, we plan those weddings too. Tell us your numbers in the form.
Ready to plan your small wedding in Italy?
We handle the planning path: timing guidance via when to celebrate in Italy, exclusive venues, legal steps to marry in Italy, and trusted local vendors aligned to a small guest list.
You get a clear process and a team with you at every step.
Start planning your small wedding in Italy. For more inspiration, visit our blog.
Testimonials
Love in their own words
Heartfelt testimonials from our cherished clients. Hear what happy couples have to say about their extraordinary elopement experience.
- When Pav and I were first interested in eloping in Italy, we had no idea where to start or what to do! We stumbled upon Jules’ websites, and scheduled a video call with him. He talked us through what to expect when ........
Nicole Delgrosso
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- Jules was everything we wanted in a photographer for our elopement in Tuscany. From the initial Zoom meeting to the way he handled the vendors when we experienced rain leading up to our ceremony was nothing short of ........
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- My husband and I had an exceptional experience with both Jules, our photographer and wedding planner. Jules communication was top-notch; he was always responsive and clear, which made the planning process smooth and ........
Alexa Baker
- We chose to elope in Venice. The planning process was a breeze with Brilliant Wedding Venice (a trusted collaborator of Italy Elope!). They took care of every detail. They truly took the stress out of planning an ........
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