Wedding Settings

Settings

Italy offers an extraordinary palette of wedding venues — from fairytale castles and aristocratic villas to coastal hideaways and timeless countryside estates, each with its own soul and story

Concept & Design

Design

The concept is the first creative act — an emotional and aesthetic vision. From there, the design takes shape, translating that vision into forms, textures, colors, and atmospheres

Wedding Services

Services

We compose weddings as one-of-a-kind creations — where every service, from fragrance to lighting, music to materials, becomes part of a poetic dialogue between the couple, the concept, and the spirit of the venue.

About Us

About Us

Paolo & Jinane, alongside a team of elite planners and designers, craft bespoke weddings and events with the elegance of couture and the narrative depth of timeless art.

Menu

Weddings in Florence:
Host Your Event at Villa Il Garofalo

EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF FLORENCE AT
VILLA IL GAROFALO
FOR YOUR SPECIAL EVENT

Villa Il Garofalo is a legendary 14th-century villa that once belonged to the Donati family, set on Via del Salviatino overlooking the city skyline. Surrounded by Italian gardens, olive terraces and a cypress avenue, it combines Renaissance splendour with discreet modern comforts, offering an exclusive backdrop for weddings in Florence, high-profile receptions and cultural soirées.

Wedding Villa Il Garofalo Florence

Facilities

  • Historic Salons & Loggia: Frescoed Great Hall, Dante Library and panoramic loggia—climate-controlled & Wi-Fi equipped.
  • Panoramic Terrace & Gardens: Rose pergola, lemon grove and lawn with direct Duomo view—ideal for Florence villa weddings.
  • Intimate Chapel: Consecrated oratory for symbolic or Catholic blessings.
  • Capacious Event Areas: Indoor halls for 120 guests; gardens host gala dinners up to 200 guests.
  • Gourmet Catering Partners: Bespoke Tuscan-fusion menus, live stations and Michelin-experienced chefs.
  • Modern Amenities: Private parking, lift, bridal suite, professional lighting and A/V.
  • Stunning Photo Spots: Marble staircase, terraced balustrades and golden sunset vistas over Brunelleschi’s dome.

DREAM WEDDINGS AND CEREMONIES AT
VILLA IL GAROFALO

SAY 'I DO' IN A FLORENTINE HERITAGE VILLA
WITH DUOMO PANORAMA

Villa Il Garofalo offers romantic ceremony options: beneath the rose pergola, inside the chapel or on the panoramic terrace framed by Florence’s skyline.

Wedding Villa Il Garofalo Florence

ROMANTIC WEDDING RECEPTION VENUE AT
VILLA IL GAROFALO

CELEBRATE YOUR WEDDING WITH
ELEGANT FLORENTINE HOSPITALITY

Villa Il Garofalo hosts receptions from refined banquets in the frescoed hall (up to 120 guests) to lavish dinners under fairy lights on the lawn (up to 200 guests). Champagne sunsets, string quartets and DJ sets keep the celebration vibrant.

  • Event Capacity Summary:
  • Indoor Historic Salons: Seated dinner for up to 120 guests.
  • Outdoor Terraces & Gardens: Receptions for up to 200 guests.
  • Accommodations: No on-site lodging; partner luxury hotels within 10 min.

Dedicated wedding planning services, farm-to-table menus and the aristocratic aura of a historic Florentine villa make weddings at Villa Il Garofalo truly unforgettable.

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KEEP THE CELEBRATION GOING WITH AN
AFTER PARTY AT
VILLA IL GAROFALO

Round off the day with an unforgettable after party. Dance beneath the stars on the panoramic lawn, sip Negroni in the loggia lounge or stage a silent disco in the frescoed hall.

MUSIC HOURS AND ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS FOR YOUR AFTER PARTY

At Gargonza Castle, music and entertainment can typically continue indoors until 2 AM, while outdoor music is permitted until midnight, respecting the tranquility of the village and its surroundings. From acoustic sets to DJ performances, the venue offers flexible options to create a celebration that reflects your personal style.

Coordinate with the villa events team to align music schedules and entertainment with Florence regulations, ensuring a seamless finale to your city-view wedding.

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FLORENCE ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Although Villa Il Garofalo offers no overnight rooms, premier hotels—such as Belmond Villa San Michele, Il Salviatino and Hotel Savoy—are moments away, providing deluxe comfort for wedding guests in Florence.

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Villa Il Garofalo Wedding Venue | Historic Florence Hillside Villa