Wedding traditions of Venice
Weddings in Venice arrive by gondola and boat, past palaces on the Grand Canal.
Venice is a favourite for couples marrying away from home, with a civil ceremony at the Ca' Farsetti and a boat to the reception. Many local couples marry on the mainland or in the lagoon churches.
A wedding here
Foreign couples apply through the comune and may marry in the palace rooms licensed for civil ceremonies. A gondola ride and a Prosecco toast on a terrace are favourites.
Venetian glass and lace
Murano glass and Burano lace are well-known gifts and favours. A bride may wear lace from the island.
Wedding customs of Venice
Also part of it, and being written: Gondola (The boat used for processions.), Murano glass (Often given as a favour.), Burano lace (Used in dresses and veils.), Prosecco (The toast.).
A wedding trail idea for Venice
- Ca' Farsetti The city hall venue.
- Basilica of San Marco The cathedral of Venice.
- Burano An island of lace and colourful houses.
Written by the EveryShaadi desk with AI assistance. Opening hours, venues and wedding-season dates change; check locally before travelling. Customs differ from place to place and family to family. If this is your tradition and we have it wrong, tell us.
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