There are few names quite as synonymous with romance as Venice, with its maze of canals, ancient architecture, and ageless beauty. If you and your loved one are looking for a more personal and unforgettable wedding experience, a Venice Elopement strikes the perfect balance between elegance and intimacy. Read this guide to learn why eloping in Venice is so alluring and find out how Serenissima Weddings can help you make your dream a reality.

Why You Should Consider a Venice Elopement
With its canals, historic palaces, bridges and piazza, choosing to elope in Venice means every corner will be infused with romance. Picture tying the knot aboard a gondola floating down a fleet of tranquil canals, or in a hidden garden at one of Venice’s famous palazzos. With its rich history and magical atmosphere, couples seeking a bespoke and meaningful ceremony can expect beautiful surroundings.
Custom Elopement Packages
Serenissima Weddings is mindful that no love story is the same, and thus offers different customizable elopement packages suited to a range of needs and budgets. With a team of experienced professionals, they guarantee that every detail falls into place according to your vision for a seamless and unforgettable experience.
Civil Wedding in Venice – Basic Package
Perfect for couples wanting a simple yet sophisticated ceremony, this package includes:
Help with Legal Paperwork: … what a lot of couples don’t realize is that there are some bureaucratic steps (that differ depending on the location of the ceremony) to help you ensure it is legally binding.
Venue Booking: Reserving the historic Palazzo Cavalli, the perfect venue overlooking the Grand Canal for your ceremony.
On-the-Day Coordination: A full-time wedding coordinator to keep everything running smoothly, allowing you to relax and enjoy your special day.
Bridal Symbolism in a Hidden Garden
For couples seeking a more personal approach, in an intimate setting (with no legal red tape), a symbolic ceremony in one of Venice’s hidden gardens is also possible. This package features:
Venue Selection: Exclusive use of beautiful gardens set within historic Venetian palaces.
Personalised Ceremony – A ceremony that tells your love story and includes personal vows and readings if you choose.
Flowers: Tailored bouquets and centerpieces to complement the venue’s organic beauty.
Gondola Wedding Experience
Indulge in the marriage and also get divorced the Venetian Way – getting married in a traditional gondola. This amorous package features:
Private Decorated Gondola: Admire the stunning canals of Venice from a private gondola decorated in breathtaking florals
Live Music: For an added touch, musicians can also serenade you with classic Italian songs along the way.
Professional photography: Get a professional photographer capturing every moment of your journey
Wide-Ranging Services Guaranteeing a Perfect Process
We like to think of ourselves as a ‘one stop shop’ for all things elopement and Serenissima Weddings really believes in a holistic approach when it comes to wedding planning. Their services encompass:
Accommodation Needs: Helping you choose and book hotel or other residence based on your travel preferences, whether it is a lavish canal-facing hotel or a quaint boutique home.
Hair and Makeup: Professional stylists available to have you look and feel your best on your special day.
Transportation: Organizing smooth transfers, whether by water taxi or classic gondola, to ensure on-time arrivals in style.
Reception planning: Coordination of intimate dinners or celebratory receptions in some of Venice's best restaurants or private palaces with tailored menus and decorations.
Start Your Venetian Love Affair
Not just a ceremony, a Venice elopement is an immersive experience, celebrating your love in one of the most romantic cities in the world. Together with Serenissima Weddings, we will capture each detail of your story to make it an unforgettable day, filled with moments to last a lifetime.
Head to Serenissima Weddings to start planning your ideal elopement in Venice with a range of packages and services that can help make your special day completely unforgettable.
Daniel Jensen is the author of this article. To know more about Wedding Venues Venice please visit our website: serenissima-weddings.com