Florence Wedding Packages

Most iconic Florence locations are public and included free in all packages for ceremonies with up to 15 guests (Rose Garden, Piazzale Michelangelo, Ponte Vecchio area, Arno River riverside, historic Florence center streets). However, some couples prefer exclusive private Tuscan venues with guaranteed privacy and special features. Private venue options with extra costs include: Bardini Garden (€500 for up to 5 people, €800 for 6-10 people)—the most magical private garden in Florence with terraced baroque gardens, stunning Florence skyline panoramas, roses and statues, exclusive access to hidden viewpoints. Worth every euro for the privacy and spectacular Tuscan views! Guelfa Tower rooftop (€100 if staying in the hotel, €200 if not staying)—medieval tower with 360° views of the Duomo and Florence. Very intimate space (max couple + 2 guests). Hotel booking required for best rate. Belvedere Franco Zefirelli—Contact for current pricing, offers stunning elevated views over the Arno River and Florence at golden hour. Rose Garden is public and free—you celebrate among 400+ rose varieties with Renaissance sculptures and Florence hillside views. Lorena will discuss your vision and budget to recommend whether a free public location or private venue best suits your Florence Tuscany wedding style. Most of our couples love the authentic Florentine experience of public gardens and riverside spots with incredible Renaissance backdrops!

Absolutely! Every Florence wedding package is fully customizable to create your dream Tuscan celebration. Common additions couples request include: Extended photography or videography hours (€300-500 per additional hour) to capture more Florence locations or full-day coverage across Tuscany; Hair and makeup artist for the bride (€200-400, included in Infinity package); Second shooter photographer for different angles and guest candids (€400-600); Flower arch or ceremony décor for your vows location at Bardini Garden or Rose Garden (€300-800 depending on design); Prosecco toast with glasses and setup at your Florence ceremony spot (€150-300); Tuscan wine tasting experience as part of your celebration (€200-500 for private vineyard visit); Musician for ceremony—violinist, harpist, or classical guitarist (€300-500, violinist included in Infinity package); Professional hair and makeup trial day before wedding (€150-250); Intimate Tuscan dinner arrangement at a romantic Florence restaurant or countryside villa for 2-20 guests (we coordinate reservations and menus); Day trip to Tuscan countryside—Chianti wine region, Siena, San Gimignano, or Tuscan villas for additional photos and experiences (€500-1,000 including driver and extended photography). For larger weddings (15+ guests), Lorena can arrange additional services like guest transportation, reception venue rental in Tuscan villas or Florence palazzos, catering, and more. The Infinity package is designed for complete customization and often includes multi-day Tuscany experiences. Contact us to discuss your unique Florence Renaissance wedding vision!

The “best” location depends on your vision and priorities for your Florence Tuscany wedding! Here’s how to choose: For panoramic Florence views: Piazzale Michelangelo—most requested location because nothing captures Florence’s Renaissance beauty like the sweeping view of the entire city with the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Arno River below, surrounded by rolling Tuscan hills. Best at sunrise (6-7 AM) before crowds. For intimate garden romance: Rose Garden with 400+ varieties of blooming roses, Renaissance sculptures, and hillside Florence views—perfect for intimate ceremonies and dreamy photos. Or Bardini Garden (private venue, €500-800) with terraced gardens, baroque statues, and the most spectacular panoramic Florence skyline views from its hidden terraces. For iconic Florence landmarks: Ponte Vecchio area along the Arno River for romantic Florentine atmosphere, or ceremony spots with Duomo dome visible in background. For exclusive rooftop views: Guelfa Tower (€100-200) medieval tower with 360° rooftop views of the Duomo and city—intimate space (max 4 people including couple), or Belvedere Franco Zefirelli with golden sunset views over Arno River and Florence skyline. For authentic Tuscan charm: Historic Florence center streets around Piazza della Signoria, Uffizi courtyard, or quiet Oltrarno neighborhood backstreets with medieval architecture. Most couples choose 2-3 locations for their day: ceremony at one spot (often Piazzale Michelangelo or Bardini Garden), then chauffeur to 1-2 other landmarks for photos (Ponte Vecchio, Duomo, Rose Garden). Lorena will help you build the perfect Florence Tuscany itinerary!

Florence is one of Italy’s most visited cities, so managing crowds is key to a peaceful ceremony! Here’s what you need to know: Timing is everything: Early morning ceremonies (7-9 AM) offer the most privacy at popular spots—Ponte Vecchio, Duomo, Uffizi, and Piazzale Michelangelo are nearly empty before 9 AM. By 10 AM, tour buses arrive and crowds build. Late evening (after 7 PM in summer) also works as day tourists leave. Seasonal variations: Peak tourist season (June-August) brings the largest crowds, especially July-August. Spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October) are moderate. Winter (December-March) is least crowded—you can have major landmarks almost to yourselves! Location strategies: Our team knows “secret” spots within popular areas—for example, at Piazzale Michelangelo, we use specific viewpoints away from the main tourist flow while keeping perfect Duomo views. At Rose Garden, we know intimate fountain corners away from main paths. At Ponte Vecchio, we photograph from quieter spots along the Arno riverside. Saturday morning magic: Saturday mornings (7-9 AM) at many Florence locations are quieter than weekdays—tourists sleep in after Friday night! Private venue solution: If you want guaranteed zero crowds, consider private venue rentals (Bardini Garden, Guelfa Tower rooftop) where you have exclusive access to stunning Tuscan views. Our Gold, Diamond, and Infinity packages include Mercedes chauffeur, allowing you to move quickly between locations before crowds gather. Most importantly, our Florence photographers are experts at framing shots to avoid tourists in backgrounds—you’ll never know 100 people were nearby when you see your Renaissance Tuscany wedding photos!

The Uffizi Gallery’s exterior courtyard (Piazzale degli Uffizi) is free and accessible for wedding photos—it’s one of Florence’s most elegant Renaissance settings with classical statues and arched corridors. However, entering the Uffizi Museum itself for interior photos requires special permits that cost €500-1,000+ and require advance booking. Most couples find the exterior courtyard more than sufficient—it photographs beautifully and is instantly recognizable as Florence Renaissance architecture. The Duomo (Cathedral) exterior and Piazza del Duomo are public and free for photos—the iconic façade and Brunelleschi’s Dome create stunning Tuscan wedding backdrops. However, the square is extremely crowded mid-day (1,000+ tourists). Best time: 7-8 AM when the Duomo area is nearly empty for intimate couple photos. Inside the Duomo does not allow professional photography without permits. Other great Florence architecture locations included free in our packages: Piazzale Michelangelo with panoramic Duomo and Florence skyline views, Ponte Vecchio from multiple angles along the Arno River, Piazza della Signoria with Palazzo Vecchio and statues, Bardini Garden terraces with Duomo dome visible in distance (private venue fee). Our photographers know the best angles and timing for each Florence landmark. The Gold, Diamond, and Infinity packages include Mercedes chauffeur allowing you to efficiently visit 3-5 iconic Tuscan locations in one morning!

For easy access to ceremony locations and classic Florentine charm, we recommend staying in these central areas: Historic Center (Centro Storico)—closest to the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Uffizi Gallery, charming narrow Renaissance streets, walking distance to most locations. Hotels: Hotel Brunelleschi (elegant, €200-350/night), Portrait Firenze (luxury Arno River views, €500-800). Oltrarno District—authentic local neighborhood across the Arno, near Bardini Garden, Rose Garden, and Piazzale Michelangelo, artisan workshops and Tuscan trattorias. Hotels: Hotel Lungarno (boutique, €250-400), Palazzo Guadagni Hotel (historic, €150-250). San Niccolò Area—quiet residential area near Piazzale Michelangelo, easy access to hilltop ceremony locations, authentic Florentine atmosphere. Hotels: Various guesthouses and B&Bs (€100-200). Budget-friendly (€80-150/night): Try Santa Croce or San Lorenzo areas—excellent location, authentic neighborhoods, great value. Practical tip: Stay within walking distance of the Duomo or Ponte Vecchio—Florence’s historic center is compact and walkable. Our Gold/Diamond/Infinity packages include Mercedes chauffeur on wedding day, so hotel location matters less for wedding day logistics. For multi-day stays: Book in Oltrarno or near Piazza Santo Spirito for the best balance of location, charm, Tuscan restaurants, and authentic Renaissance Florence atmosphere. Lorena can recommend specific hotels based on your budget and style!

We recommend booking 4-8 months in advance for Florence, especially for peak season (May-October) or popular dates like April weekends. Florence is one of our most popular Tuscany destinations! Here’s our booking timeline: 4-8 months ahead gives you the best choice of dates and ensures availability of Lorena’s coordination and our top Florence photographers. 2-4 months notice usually works fine for shoulder season (March-April, November) or winter (December-February), though photographer selection may be more limited. Last-minute weddings (less than 6 weeks) are sometimes possible if we have availability—contact us immediately to check. Florence hotels book quickly! In peak season, hotels near the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Oltrarno district can fill up 3-6 months ahead, especially nice weather weekends. Bardini Garden and Guelfa Tower (private venues) often need 3-6 months advance booking. Weather considerations: Tuscany weather is generally mild but variable. Spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October) offer the best balance of good weather, manageable crowds, and availability. If flexible on dates: Contact us with your preferred month, and Lorena can suggest the best available weekend based on Tuscan weather predictions, local events, and photographer availability. Once you book, we secure your date with just a deposit, then work together on all the Florence wedding planning details over the following months!

Most Florence elopements follow this flow, though we customize based on your package and vision. For sunrise ceremonies (highly recommended for best light and empty landmarks): 5:30-6:00 AM wake up and final touches in hotel, 6:30 AM photographer meets you at hotel for getting-ready shots (Diamond/Infinity packages), 7:00 AM arrive at first location (Piazzale Michelangelo, Rose Garden, or Bardini Garden) in soft golden light, 7:00-7:30 AM ceremony as sun rises over Tuscan hills—magical light, almost no tourists!, 7:30-8:30 AM couple portraits at ceremony location with Florence skyline and Duomo views. For Silver package (1h photography), you’re done by 8:30 AM and can celebrate with cappuccino and cornetto at a Florentine café! For Gold package (3h photography + chauffeur): Continue 9:00-10:00 AM Mercedes chauffeur to 2nd location (Ponte Vecchio, Arno River, or historic Florence center), 10:00-10:30 AM more portraits at 2nd location, 10:30 AM-12:00 PM optional Prosecco celebration, Tuscan lunch, or return to hotel. For Diamond package (3h photo + video): Videographer captures ceremony and key Florence moments throughout morning. For Infinity package (5h photo + video + private venue): 10:00 AM hair and makeup artist arrives at hotel, 12:00 PM getting-ready coverage begins, 2:00-3:00 PM ceremony at private Bardini Garden or Guelfa Tower with violinist, 3:00-6:00 PM Mercedes chauffeur tour to 3-4 iconic Florence locations, 6:00 PM Prosecco toast, 7:00 PM intimate Tuscan dinner (we arrange reservations). Afternoon/evening ceremonies: Start 4-5 PM, catch golden hour 6-8 PM, end with Florence twilight views from Piazzale Michelangelo. Lorena creates a timeline specific to your Florence Tuscany wedding day!

For symbolic ceremonies (what we provide), the process is beautifully simple! No Italian paperwork required—your ceremony is a meaningful celebration of your love with an English-speaking officiant, personalized vows, and symbolic certificate. It’s not legally binding in Italy, which actually works in your favor: no foreign bureaucracy, embassy visits, translator fees, or months of Italian paperwork. Most of our couples handle the simple legal marriage at home in their own language (courthouse visit takes 30 minutes), then come to Florence for the romantic celebration without administrative stress. What you need for symbolic ceremony: Just yourselves! No documents required, no permits needed for public locations (Rose Garden, Piazzale Michelangelo, Ponte Vecchio area), no advance planning with Italian authorities. That’s it! For public location ceremonies: Florence allows wedding ceremonies in public parks and landmarks without permits for groups up to 15 people. Larger groups need coordination with park authorities (Lorena handles this). For private venues: Lorena handles all bookings and permissions for Bardini Garden, Guelfa Tower, or other exclusive Tuscan venues. If you want legal Italian wedding (rare for international couples): This requires extensive documentation, months of bureaucracy with Florence Comune, certified translations, and ceremonies in Italian. This is why 99% of international couples choose our symbolic ceremonies—all the romance, beauty, and meaning of Renaissance Florence without the bureaucratic nightmare. You can legally marry at home (5-minute courthouse visit) then have your dream Tuscany celebration stress-free!

Rain is part of Tuscany’s charm, and we’re fully prepared! Florence weather is generally mild but can be unpredictable, especially in spring and autumn. Don’t worry—we’ve successfully photographed hundreds of ceremonies in all conditions across Tuscany. Our rain backup plan: Rain often creates stunning moody photography—think dramatic skies over the Duomo, reflections in wet Florentine cobblestones, romantic umbrella shots at Ponte Vecchio. Some of our most memorable Florence wedding photos are from rainy days! Alternative covered locations we can pivot to: Uffizi Gallery courtyard (covered arcades with Renaissance architecture), covered areas at Bardini Garden (garden pavilions with Florence skyline views), Ponte Vecchio (the bridge itself is covered), various historic Florence building porticos and loggias. Private venue solution: If weather forecast looks terrible, we can arrange quick private venue rental—Lorena keeps these options available. Timing flexibility: Tuscan rain is usually brief showers, not all-day storms. We often wait 15-30 minutes for showers to pass, then proceed with ceremony in fresh post-rain light (gorgeous!). Our Mercedes chauffeur service (Gold/Diamond/Infinity) means you stay dry between Florence locations. Photography tips: Bring a clear or elegant umbrella (makes great photo props in Renaissance Florence!), have a shawl or jacket ready, waterproof mascara recommended. Weather monitoring: Lorena watches forecasts closely starting 48 hours before your Tuscany wedding and communicates any needed adjustments. The good news: rain in Florence rarely ruins weddings—it just adds romantic Tuscan atmosphere!

Legally marrying in Italy as foreigners is possible but incredibly complex and time-consuming—which is exactly why we DON’T recommend it and why we specialize in symbolic ceremonies instead! Here’s the reality of legal Italian marriage: Requirements for legal wedding: You must establish residency in Italy for periods before applying, extensive Italian document requirements (birth certificates, proof of residency, certificates of non-impediment “Nulla Osta”, all officially translated by certified Italian translators at €100-200 per document), multiple appointments at the Comune (town hall) in Florence, ceremonies conducted in Italian at town halls, the entire process takes 4-6 months minimum, total costs €2,000-5,000+ just for bureaucracy and translations. The smart alternative (what 99% of our couples do): Have a simple legal ceremony at home—most US states/UK/Canada allow quick courthouse marriages (15-30 minutes, simple paperwork in your language, €50-100 total cost), then come to Florence for your dream symbolic celebration—all the romance, beauty, personalization, and meaning of Renaissance Tuscany without bureaucratic stress. Your symbolic ceremony includes: English-speaking officiant who personalizes your ceremony to your love story, your own vows spoken from the heart, ceremony at iconic Florence locations (Bardini Garden, Piazzale Michelangelo, Ponte Vecchio), symbolic certificate as a beautiful keepsake, professional photography capturing the emotion and beauty of Tuscany. What you get: Legal paperwork handled easily at home + romantic dream wedding in Florence = the best of both worlds!

Absolutely—and we strongly encourage it for your Florence Tuscany wedding! Personalized vows make your ceremony truly yours and emotionally memorable. Here’s how it works: Writing your own vows: Our Florence officiants provide helpful vow templates and examples as starting points, you can write completely original vows expressing your unique love story, or use templates with personal touches, typical length: 1-2 minutes spoken each (200-300 words written), topics to include: what you love about your partner, promises you’re making, hopes for your Tuscan future together, specific memories that make you smile. Structure options: Traditional exchange (officiant guides, you repeat vows), reading prepared vows you’ve written beforehand (more personal but requires reading during ceremony), letters to each other incorporated into ceremony (you read then exchange), mixture of traditional elements + personalized promises. Vow preparation timeline: Lorena sends vow templates and guidance 2-3 months before Florence wedding, you draft vows and send to officiant for feedback if desired (optional), finalize 2-4 weeks before ceremony, practice reading them aloud beforehand (helps with emotion and pacing). Tips for great vows: Speak from the heart—perfection doesn’t matter, authenticity does, balance humor with serious promises, keep them roughly equal length with your partner, mention specific qualities you love, end with concrete promises for your marriage, bring tissues—you’ll probably cry at your Renaissance Florence ceremony! Language: Vows in English (what our officiants speak), or if bilingual, you can say vows in your native language while officiant guides in English. Our Florence officiants are experts at creating intimate, emotional Tuscan ceremonies that honor your vision!

The number of locations depends on your package and time available! Here’s what’s realistic: Silver package (1h photography): One main location with ceremony + portraits. This is usually ceremony at Rose Garden or Piazzale Michelangelo with different angles—technically one “area” but multiple backdrops with Tuscan views. Perfect for couples wanting classic Florence photos without rushing. Gold package (3h photography + chauffeur): 2-3 locations is ideal. Typical itinerary: Start at Piazzale Michelangelo for ceremony and sunrise portraits with Duomo views (1h), Mercedes chauffeur to Ponte Vecchio and Arno River (30 min including photos), continue to Bardini Garden or Rose Garden (30 min), end at historic Florence center streets around Piazza della Signoria or Uffizi Gallery (30 min). This covers your “Florence Renaissance greatest hits” efficiently! Diamond package (3h photo + 3h video): Same 2-3 location flow as Gold, with videographer capturing Tuscan ceremony moments and journey between spots. Infinity package (5h photography): 4-5 locations easily. Example: Private Bardini Garden ceremony with panoramic Florence skyline views (1.5h), Piazzale Michelangelo at sunrise (1h), Ponte Vecchio and Arno River (1h), Duomo area and historic streets (1h), ending at Belvedere Franco Zefirelli or Guelfa Tower rooftop for golden hour (1h). Most popular combinations: Piazzale Michelangelo + Ponte Vecchio + Bardini Garden (the classics), Rose Garden + Arno River + Duomo area (romantic Renaissance), Bardini Garden ceremony + 2 outdoor landmark visits (Infinity). Lorena will help design your perfect Florence Tuscany photo tour!

We pride ourselves on fast delivery compared to industry standards! Here’s our typical timeline: Photography delivery: full edited gallery within 3-4 weeks for Silver/Gold packages, within 4-6 weeks for Diamond/Infinity (larger collections take more editing time). What you receive: All edited high-resolution photos (typically 140-200 images for 3h coverage at locations like Bardini Garden, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazzale Michelangelo; 40-60 images for 1h coverage), professional color correction, exposure, and light editing on all images, delivered via online gallery you can download, share, and print from, online gallery stays active for 1 year (download within 90 days recommended). Videography delivery (Diamond/Infinity packages): full ceremony edit capturing your Florence Renaissance wedding (4-6 minutes) within 8-10 weeks, all footage delivered via downloadable link. Many US/UK wedding photographers take 3-6 months to deliver photos—you’ll be reliving your Tuscan wedding much sooner! Our photographers are professional editors who work full-time in Florence and Tuscany, ensuring consistent quality and reasonable turnaround. Rush delivery available: Need photos faster? Rush editing (2-week delivery) can sometimes be arranged for €200-300 extra—ask Lorena when booking. Bottom line: You’ll have gorgeous edited photos from your magical Florence Tuscany wedding to share within a month—and cherish forever!

Florence is served by two airports. Florence Airport (Peretola/FLR), 6 km northwest of the city center, is the main local airport. From FLR: Tramvia T2 tram to city center (20 minutes, €1.50), taxi (15 minutes, €20-25 fixed rate), or private transfer (we can arrange, €40-60). Pisa Airport (PSA), 80 km west, serves major international flights. From Pisa: PisaMover + train to Florence Santa Maria Novella station (1h15, €14-18), taxi (1 hour, €150-180), or private transfer (€100-140). We recommend staying in central Florence near Piazza della Signoria, Duomo area, or Oltrarno district for easy access to ceremony locations—most iconic spots like Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi, Bardini Garden, Rose Garden, and Piazzale Michelangelo are within 15-30 minutes walking or 10 minutes by car. No car rental needed in Florence—the historic center is pedestrian-only and walking is the best way to experience Renaissance Tuscany! For your wedding day, our Gold, Diamond, and Infinity packages include Mercedes chauffeur service to transport you between Tuscan locations in style. Lorena can recommend hotels near your chosen ceremony location and arrange private airport transfers if desired.