It’s hard not to be mesmerized by this amazing botanical Sicilian park. Idyllically located between the volcanic Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea, it holds over 3000 exotic plants and flowers, multiple green houses and a villa. The immense beauty of this venue is perfect for a dream wedding in Sicily. Vast areas outfitted with lush greenery, this space offers limitless possibilities for reception and ceremony décor. 

Whether you want a grand outdoor dance floor under the Sicilian sky or a large reception table amidst tropical trees, the botanical park offers a unique and unforgettable setting for a Sicily wedding. The neighboring luxury resort can accommodate guests and is just minutes away from the park, as well as all the luxuries and services of the large Sicilian city of Catania and Taormina. 

Key Features

• Located 40 minutes from the Catania Airport 
• Max capacity for receptions - 1000 people
• Music limit – outdoors until 2:00am, indoors – no limit 
• It is possible to hold a symbolic ceremony
• The Botanical Park includes a variety of indoor spaces such as the Palmento del Padrino, Serra (Green House) and Palazzo Nobiliare
• With almost limitless outdoor space, this venue is perfect for any kind of outdoor entertainment such as fireworks, dance and music performances 
• 2km from the park there is a luxury Resort which can accommodate up to 56 people
• The botanical park is near both Catania and Taormina. Museums, parks, historic landmarks and beaches can all be found in this area.

As the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily is just kissing the boot of Italy and offers a unique Italian island atmosphere. Boasting ancient Greek ruins, mouthwatering food and unbeatable beaches, Sicily is an enchanting and unexpected region to choose for a luxurious wedding in Italy. As the island is rich in culture and history, you will find some of the most unique and exclusive Italian wedding venues. One of which is the Norman Castle; a castle surrounded by vineyards, olive and citrus groves. This stunning wedding location in Sicily has been the set of various films and photo shoots for decades. Every inch of the castle is curated to exude all the magic of this southern Italian region. The gardens, courtyard, historic wine cellar, tower and winery can all be utilized to create the most lavish wedding ceremony and reception. 

The castle’s catering service will work with you to personalize special Sicilian wedding menus, including consultations with the winery’s sommelier to find the perfect wines to pair with your cuisine and to say ‘salute’ with!  

Key Features

• Located 45 minutes from the Catania Airport 
• Max capacity for receptions – 180 people
• It is possible to hold a symbolic ceremony or we can bring a civil celebrant on location
• The castle offers stunning indoor and outdoor spaces to design your Sicilian wedding. Sites include: The Towers Court, The Memories Court, The Ancient Millstone – a beautiful indoor hall, characterized by an old limestone winery from the late seventeenth and The Historic Garden – it is the oldest and one of the most fascinating parts of the estate due to lush Sicilian flora.
• Accommodations - three rooms are available inside the castle for guests to stay. Other options are close by.
• The Castle’s winery offers private tasting and tours all around the property.

Sweeping views of the Mediterranean coastline, Mount Etna and right next to the ancient Greek Theatre, the Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo located in Taormina is a picture perfect setting for a wedding in Sicily. 

As Taormina’s oldest hotel, the luxurious 19th century palazzo boasts grand indoor ballrooms and scenic outdoor terraces, all exuding an extravagant atmosphere. The park and gardens provide a romantic backdrop for an exclusive wedding in Italy. The whole surrounding area features volcanic enriched soil, olive groves and lush vineyards. The hotel’s gourmet restaurant uses only the freshest local ingredients and serves outstanding regional cuisine for a memorable Sicilian wedding menu. 

Whether you choose to dine al fresco on the panoramic terrace overlooking the largest volcano in Italy, or inside the impeccably furnished 19th century ballrooms to celebrate your wedding in Sicily, the Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo offers an idyllic setting mixed with the traditional Sicilian touches. A blissful blend of beauty and comfort for a magnificent wedding in Sicily.

Key Features

• Located 50 minutes from Catania airport
• 44 rooms and 26 suites - guests can choose between the main building or the Villa Flora
• Rooms and suites feature terraces and balconies with breath-taking views, antique decor and marble bathrooms
• Wedding spaces for symbolic ceremonies and receptions: the Zeus Ballroom, Aphrodite Terrace, Ganimade Terrace and Aphrodite Ballroom
• Max capacity - 250 people for receptions
• The hotel features; a fitness centre, state-of-the-art spa offering a variety of treatments using locally made products, steam room, outdoor pool, bars and gourmet restaurant
• Minutes away from sunny Sicilian beaches and the historic centre of Taormina – the hotel has a shuttle service
• Music limit - outdoor 12:00am (midnight) - indoor 2:00am 
• The hotel is happy to organize various excursions and activities for its guest – including helicopter rides, guided tours, boat rentals and much more

Sicily has a long and romantic history of nobility, filled with princes, kingdoms and courts. The island is speckled with extravagant palaces, villas and castles, making it a naturally magical location to say “I do”. 

One of the most coveted venues is the famous Castello Lanza Branciforte. Located just outside Palermo, this 10^th century castle boasts extensive outdoor gardens that can all be utilized for a spectacular wedding in Sicily, as well as beautiful indoor rooms that can cater banquets for up to a total 1000 guests. 

The castle’s renowned catering service specializes in Sicilian cuisine of high caliber. With an array of options, including a live cooking show, guests will be dazzled by the flavors and presentation of the Castello Lanza Branciforte. 

Guests will get lost in the breathtaking beauty of this seaside estate, with towers overlooking the skyline, to the seaside terraces and Arabic gardens, this ancient castle offers the ultimate in southern Italian luxury and artistic charm, for that wedding ‘wow factor’. 

Key Features

• Located 50 minutes from the Palermo Airport 
• Max capacity for receptions 1000 people (indoors about 300)
• Music limit – until 2:00am
• It is possible to hold both a civil and symbolic ceremony
• Seaside, garden and terrace spaces are available for outdoor ceremony and receptions options, as well as artistically decorated and restored indoor rooms. 
• Some of the castle’s key architectural features include: the garden leading down to the sea, The Terrace of the Prince, The Norman Court (Internal Court) with its imposing secular Ficus and the Norman Tower, The Arabic Garden which is embellished with waterways and ornamental plants.
• The castle offers an in-house catering service with a range of wedding menu options, including authentic and traditional Sicilian cuisine.