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4 unique locations for your winter wedding in Tuscany

In southern Tuscany, there’s a place where every corner is pure magic: the Valdichiana Senese. Here, pronouncing the fateful “I do” is an excellent choice, even in the winter season, when this land offers itself in its purest authenticity. Here are some suggestions for your winter wedding in this enchanting wedding destination in southern Tuscany.

1. Arrischianti Theatre, Sarteano

Sarteano, a small village in the Valdichiana Senese, hides a precious gem within the walls of its historic center. It’s the Arrischianti Theatre, a 17th-century building that continues to fascinate to this day. An ideal place to celebrate your special day, especially in winter, when the warm atmosphere of the theater forms a stunning contrast with the outdoor landscape

2. Town Hall, Torrita di Siena

You might know Torrita di Siena for its Palio dei Somari, but it is also a destination not to be overlooked for weddings. At the highest point of the village stands the Palazzo Comunale, once the Palazzo Pretorio, now an ideal location for those seeking an intimate, minimalist ceremony thus sheltered from the cold weather

3. “La Città Sotterranea” Civic Museum, Chiusi

For a wedding with a cultural and ancient flair, the “La Città Sotterranea” Civic Museum in Chiusi is perfect. Perfect for a winter wedding, this location will take you back in time, exploring what was once the ancient city of King Porsenna

4. Sensoriali Thermal Pools, Chianciano Terme

Any occasion is a good one to visit the Thermal pools of Chianciano, but a winter wedding is even better! Amid jets of water and stunning decor, the Sensoriali pools will offer you a warm ceremony filled with pure wellness.

4 unique locations for an autumnal wedding in Valdichiana Senese

To get married in Valdichiana Senese it’s always a thing, but doing it in autumn is the real experience. With the warm landscapes to create a beautiful framework, the different locations available all over the area will perfectly nest and make your ceremony unforgettable. Here are some tips for your autumnal wedding in this wedding destination in Southern Tuscany.

  1. Council Room of the Town Hall, Cetona

    Getting married in the autumn and relying on the weather is always a riddle, but in Valdichiana Senese there is a solution to everything. The Council Room of Cetona, essential on one side and refined on the other, is perfectly suited for a delicate ceremony and protected from the threatening weather.


  2. Ciro Pinsuti Theatre, Sinalunga

    In Valdichiana Senese, theatres are real monuments where time seems to be frozen still. And it’s during autumn that theatres open their doors to the public, and not only. For every couple who loves the elegance of a stage, the Ciro Pinsuti Theatre is the ideal location, a place where to transform your love story in a real and proper show.


  3. Civic Museum Pinacoteca Crociani, Montepulciano

    It’s common knowledge that in Valdichiana Senese art is everywhere. ocated in the historic center of Montepulciano, the Civic Museum Pinacoteca Crociani is the best location for those who, although getting married in autumn, don’t want to renounce the artistic beauties that only Tuscany can gift.


  4. Councilroom of the Town Hall, Trequanda

    In Tuscany autumn is a synonim for olive harvesting. In Trequanda, a small village in the Valdichiana Senese, this tradition is more alive than ever thanks to the work of many enterprises of the area that produce an extraordinary oil every year. If you are a lover of ancient flavors, Trequanda awaits you with its Council Room and why not, with a good bottle of new oil to taste at the end of the ceremony.

Are you already planning your Autumn 2025 wedding in Tuscany? Get in touch and let’s plan your special day together! Write us at hello@weddinginvaldichiana.com.

4 unique locations for a summer wedding in Valdichiana Senese (Tuscany)

When we think of a wedding, we generally imagine it in summer, the season of sun and carefreeness. The Valdichiana Senese offers a wide selection of ideal locations to celebrate love in this period: courtyards, cloisters and natural reserves are just some of the outdoor places that the Valdichiana Senese has in its own repertory. Here are some tips for your summer wedding in this wedding destination in Southern Tuscany.

1. Natural Reserve of Lake Montepulciano

Located in Valdichiana Senese and confining with Umbria, the Natural Reserve of Lake Montepulciano offers its wide spaces for a ceremony surrounded by greenery, a peaceful oasis where to find refreshment during a warm summer.


2. Garden of the Town Hall of Cetona

Blooming plants and colourful fruits are between the first images that the summer season brings us to mind. If this is your idea of summer, then the location of the Garden of the Town Hall of Cetona it’s the best choice. A place where you will be surrounded by living nature maintaining at the same time the intimacy that a wedding requires.


3. Terme Sensoriali of Chianciano Terme

If you think that a thermal establishment is just a wintry location, it’s because you haven’t met the Terme Sensoriali of Chianciano Terme yet. Located in the Parco Acqua Santa, the thermal establishment, with its unique and elegant design, will directly lead you to the Orient, recreating the atmosphere of a cultural journey.


4. Cloister of San Francesco’s Church in Chiusi

Located in the historical centre of Chiusi, the Cloister of San Francesco’s Church is the ideal location for art lovers. A perfect bond between history and nature which will endowed itself at the light of a summer sunset by creating a frame of warm colours.

4 unique locations for a spring wedding in Valdichiana Senese (Tuscany)

Spring is not only the season of blossoming flowers, but also of magnificent outdoor ceremonies, made special by nature in bloom. In Valdichiana Senese, there are so many wedding locations that take on a characteristic beauty at this time of year.
Villages and farmhouses are real musts for couples who decide to get married in Tuscany during the summer, but Valdichiana Senese, in the Sienese territory, offers some truly unique settings. Here are some tips for your spring wedding in this wedding destination in Southern Tuscany.

  1. Il Tondo Park in Montefollonico (Torrita di Siena)
    This park, built in the 19th century, offers a romantic and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for an outdoor ceremonies. The sun’s rays that delicately filter through the holm oaks and cypresses, arranged in this circular grove, create plays of light that will give distinctiveness to your ceremony.
    On beautiful spring days, from the hill on which the park is located, it is possible to enjoy an incredible panorama: from Lake Trasimeno to the Val d’Orcia.
  1. Etruscan Lake in Chiusi
    Imagine exchanging your wedding vows on the banks of a quiet lake, surrounded by the serenity of nature. Lake Chiusi, on the border between Tuscany and Umbria, offers a particularly evocative setting, especially at sunset , with the sun reflecting on the lake waters.
  1. Municipal Terrace of San Casciano dei Bagni
    The municipal terrace of San Casciano dei Bagni offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape, where Valdichiana and Val d’Orcia merge, which in this season is made up of incredibly green hills. This picturesque terrace is located at the top of the Town Hall, a building with an almost fairy-tale feel, surmounted as it is by an imposing tower.
  1. Castle in Sarteano
    A fifteenth-century castle is always a striking choice, but getting married here during springtime becomes even more exclusive. If the weather is nice, it is possible to hold the ceremony in the outdoor courtyard: an intimate place, sheltered from external gazes, and particularly scenic, surrounded by the greenery of the protective surrounding vegetation.

A stage for two: why get married in a theater in Tuscany

The unexpected idea for your special day

In the heart of Italy, Tuscany offers a range of historical theaters that can turn your wedding day into an unforgettable show. Here’s why a theater in Tuscany can be the ideal backdrop for your wedding.

The theaters of Valdichiana Senese: which host wedding locations?

In Valdichiana Senese, there are four theaters to choose from:

  • Teatro Poliziano, Montepulciano: a rather large theater, suitable for weddings with many guests (the stalls and boxes offer about 400 seats). It has maintained the same appearance since its construction in the early nineteenth century.
  • Teatro degli Arrischianti, Sarteano: linked to the eponymous academy, which still keeps the theater program alive and vibrant with numerous shows.
  • Teatro Ciro Pinsuti, Sinalunga: an intimate and cozy theater, named after one of the most illustrious citizens of Sinalunga, the composer Ciro Pinsuti.
  • Teatro degli Oscuri, Torrita di Siena: overlooking the main square of the historic center of Torrita, it physically places itself at the center of the local community’s life. Every year, it hosts the prestigious Giulio Neri Opera Singing Competition.

Picturesque and romantic atmosphere

The theaters of Valdichiana Senese are not just places; they are historical monuments. In their luxurious interiors, they bear the marks of time and of the many stories told. But the wonder begins even before stepping over the threshold: the theaters in the area are perfectly nestled within medieval villages, presenting themselves in an utterly authentic way, blending with other architectures of the historical center. The whole context in which these buildings arise contributes to creating a unique atmosphere that will make your wedding unique.

Many thematic possibilities

A wedding in a theater lends itself to a variety of themes. You can opt for a classic and vintage look, reminiscent of the elegance of old-time Italy. Or, choose a more dramatic and theatrical theme, complete with red curtains and stage lighting. The stage is your canvas, and you can set it up as you wish.

Logistics and planning

Planning a wedding in a Tuscan theater requires attention to detail. You will need to consider technical aspects, such as lighting and sound. Relying on someone who knows the chosen theater well will be crucial to achieve a satisfactory result, allowing you to make the most of all the potential of such an original location.

If we have piqued your interest, contact us to organize your Tuscan wedding in a theater: hello@weddinginvaldichiana.com

Getting married in the summer in the most beautiful Tuscany, in Valdichiana Senese

The perfect combination for a dream destination wedding

Tuscany, with its rustic and timeless beauty, has always been a dream destination for couples looking for an unforgettable wedding location. Immersed in Tuscany is the splendid region of Valdichiana Senese, a hidden gem made up of enchanting villages, lush vineyards and intense flavours. A place to be admired in its most lively and evocative season: summer.

The season in which nature becomes arid (and beautiful)

The Valdichiana Senese can boast a truly astonishing naturalistic richness. Within a few tens of kilometres, there are three spa towns (Chianciano Terme, Montepulciano and San Casciano dei Bagni), each of which stands out for its singular beneficial properties. This area is also home to two lakes, in Chiusi and Montepulciano, regenerating places, characterized by an atmosphere of absolute tranquility.

But nature here is also and above all landscape: imagine exchanging wedding vows among vineyards, olive groves and avenues lined with cypresses, with the gentle Tuscan sun casting a golden glow on the countryside. Whether it is an intimate meeting or a large event, the hills of Valdichiana Senese are the perfect backdrop for creating memories of a special day.

Crowded and lively hamlets

If the historic centers are particularly romantic in the autumn and winter months, creating the perfect setting for a romantic escape in complete intimacy, it is in the summer that the hamlets become the ideal location for a celebration. Getting married in the historic center will allow you to come into contact with the local communities, who will welcome you among them and wish you well for your wedding. Furthermore, summer in Valdichiana Senese is the season of events: cultural events, historical re-enactments and concerts take place in the most beautiful squares of the area. They will be unmissable opportunities to explore this corner of Tuscany in a different way, for you and your guests.

Summer and local flavours

In the summer months, local flavors become more intense and forgotten recepis are rediscovered. The popular festivals propose ancient dishes, which taste of conviviality and authenticity. In the countryside, the wineries become crowded, with winemakers and travellers, the former ready to communicate the secrets of the trade, the latter curious to taste the local wines. What is certain is that you will find plenty of suggestions for an absolutely original wedding menu.

Are you starting to prepare for your destination wedding in Tuscany in summer 2024? Contact us and we will be happy to host you in Valdichiana Senese!

Getting married on Valentine’s Day: living your fairytale on the day of lovers

Wedding planning is one of the most important moments in a couple’s life. A phase of sharing, ideas and creativity in which one has to make important decisions to best represent one’s experience and dreams. First and foremost, the choice of time and day.
So, if you have decided to crown your dream of love, you are a romantic couple, but you are still undecided on the date, fear not, we at Wedding in Valdichiana are here for you, and we will give you 4 good reasons why getting married on February 14th could be a really great idea!


Curious to know more? Read below!


1) ROMANTICISM: 14 February is a symbolic date because it is Saint Valentine’s Day, known as the patron saint of lovers, so it’s the day on which, more than any other, Love is celebrated. By marrying on this day, therefore, you would not only give greater significance to your union, but you would spend the most romantic day of the year, crowning your dream.


2) THEME: if you are a true romantic and love themed weddings, you can’t help but choose Valentine’s Day as the date for your wedding. You can adapt your menu with love-themed food and beverages, and the same goes for the tableau mariage, but without overdoing it. For example, you could use the color red, roses and hearts sparingly and with refinement, in the details of the set-up. It will be enough to limit these details to sugared almonds, invitations and balloons, for a romantic and non-trivial wedding reception.


3) DRESS CODE: if you dream of a different colour and an extravagant style for your wedding dress, what better “excuse” than getting married on Valentine’s Day to wear it? Women might opt for a super elegant red sheath dress, while men for a more eclectic and original outfit. The same goes for the guests, giving them carte blanche on the dress code for the big day!


4) EXPERIENCES: the trend for 2023 mainly concerns extended celebrations, i.e. the organization of long weekends or even weeks, in specific destinations… and Tuscany is in the top places in the ranking of favourite destinations! So, it goes without saying that a magical time to plan them, especially in this Region, is Februrary and the close to Valentine’s Day!


Have you already drawn a heart on the date “February 14 2023”?

If the answer is YES, you just have to take a look at our wedding packages: complete or partial proposals for organising a dream wedding in Tuscany.

Winery wedding: an unusual location for a joy-filled ceremony

Are you a lover of life’s pleasures and out-of-the-ordinary experiences? Are you looking for an original location for your wedding day? Well then, we at Wedding in Valdichiana can’t help but propose to you a winery in our territory, the Valdichiana Senese, a land rich in precious vineyards and evocative
wineries! Here are 5 good reasons why you should choose it…

  1. LOVE AND WINE: if one of the passions that most unites your couple is that for wine, one of the many wineries in Valdichiana could be the ideal place to spend the most romantic and important day of your life. By doing so, you will unite your love with your passion for wine, saying your fateful
    yes and celebrating your union in the perfect setting of a beautiful Tuscan winery!
  2. SENSORY EXPERIENCE: choosing a winery as the location of your wedding also means living authentic experiences, thanks to the organization of real sensory tours: you will be able to taste a good glass of wine, smell its fragrance and learn its characteristics. You will also be able to wake up in the morning with a breakfast in the vineyard, have a snack with the winemaker and a cutting board of typical Valdichiana products and finally end the day with a Tuscan dinner in the vineyard.
  3. AUTHENTIC AND EVOCATIVE LOCATION: Tuscan wineries, in addition to being home to some of the most famous wine labels in the world, are truly original and striking places to hold your wedding party. The wineries will envelop the bride and groom and their guests in the special scents of must and wood from the barrels. The dimmed lights (because wine likes to rest in the twilight) will make the atmosphere even more evocative. Guests will be fascinated by the sommeliers’ stories and the carefully designed menu paired with the wines, which will turn the meal into a true experience.
  4. VARIETY OF STYLES: Tuscany has a large number and variety of wineries. There are older wine cellars with a stone architectural structure reminiscent of the time in which it was built, ideal for those with a more traditional taste, or the more recent ones, for the newlyweds who love modernity. Arrangements can be truly endless and, as a rule, will favor informality, such as vine branches and candles made from the bottoms of glass bottles.
  5. VERSATILITY OF SEASONS: the wine cellar is undoubtedly one of the most versatile wedding, adaptable to every season. It will certainly be perfect in fall and winter, as these periods coincide with the grape harvest and wine bottling, so it offers the chance to experience and breathe in the Tuscan wine traditions.

At this point all that remains is for you to choose from our wedding proposals, designed to give you the wedding of your dreams. Get inspired… And if you don’t find what you are looking for, we can customize our offers according to your wishes. Contact us!

The emotion of getting married in a garden of Valdichiana Senese

Getting married in a Garden: is there a more romantic location?Let’s find out together!

If you’re thinking about a wedding ceremony en plein air , whether only for the reception or also for the civil ceremony, the ideal location for you is certainly one of the marvellous gardens or parks of the Valdichiana Senese, in Tuscany. Especially in Valdichiana, in fact, there are so many of them!

Below you will find some useful hints to clarify your ideas.

1. Beauty and Nature
For couples imagining spending their big day outdoors, there is no more perfect and precious choice than a garden or park in Tuscany, surrounded by the sounds of animals, the colours of the countryside and the scents of flowers. The ‘wow’ effect is assured!


2. Romance and intimacy
Tuscan gardens or parks, from the simplest to those characterised by a more complex structure, have always been places of pure hedonism, to be shared with the person you love and, in the case of a wedding, with all your loved ones, isolated from the world, in absolute quiet. For this reason, if you are looking for an intimate and evocative location, the garden will be the perfect setting for your special day.

3. Simplicity and history
Tuscany is home to influential and historic families and famous artists, who have given our splendid region unique and unrepeatable places, rich in history and charm, that have become symbols of this territory: gardens are among these. Many gardens, in fact, originated as ornaments of the palaces, villas or castles of noble families, in which, through their architecture, the magnificence of the family to which
they belonged shone through. But there are many other gardens with simpler lines that tend to enhance nature as it is without resorting to human labour. Whether you have in mind a more elaborate location, or a simpler one, without sacrificing nature, the Gardens will provide the backdrop for an unforgettable ceremony!

4. The good season en plen air
If you dream of getting married in spring or summer, and you love the idea of doing it in the open air, you cannot but consider the Tuscan Garden as a wedding location. You will enjoy the climate, the long days and the beautiful sunsets.

5. Unique and unforgettable emotions
Spending an entire day, especially the wedding day, amidst the beauty of nature in a Tuscan garden will be like experiencing forgotten emotions and reliving that childlike carefreeness made up of simple gestures and spontaneous smiles. With the help of good weather you can organise wedding receptions, perhaps even in the evening to make the atmosphere more romantic and unforgettable!

However it goes, it will be beautiful!
Contact us now: hello@weddinginvaldichiana.com or discover the other suggested locations in Valdichiana.

Choosing the perfect cadeau

Does planning the wedding favours for your guests cause you anxiety? We know, it’s a delicate choice because there are so many elements to consider! Don’t panic! In this article you will find some interesting tips and ideas to help you tackle this important task without making a mistake!

It must have happened to you too, to receive superfluous objects at some cerimonies and not knowing exactly what to do with them. Our mission is to guide you towards a conscious choice, that is as original, authentic and as useful as possible! For your wedding day to be truly unique, every detail must be taken care of to perfection, favours included!

Where to begin?

Let’s see specifically which steps to follow to plan this aspect of the wedding in an impeccable way, without leaving anything to chance.

  • The first step is to define the style of the cadeau so that it is consistent with the wedding theme, your personal taste and the meaning of your event. It doesn’t make sense to organise an ultra-glamorous, chic and refined wedding and give your guests DIY and rustic design items. Not to mention themed weddings, where the choice of favours is even more specific.
  • The second essential step is to find favours that are not only original and personalised, but also useful, as opposed to the usual classics that end up gathering dust at the bottom of a forgotten drawer. It could be food and wine gifts (such as jars of jam, honey, wine, liqueurs) or a beautiful plant. Valuable handcrafted creations (for example jewels) or simple but useful furnishing objects (such as soap bars, scented candles, small ceramic vases) in short, something destined to remain over time while being functional in everyday life. Alternatively, you can opt for solidarity souvenirs or donations to specific charities.
  • The third step is to think about the message you want to leave to your guests. Whatever your choice, always try to give it some relevance, accompanying the cadeau with a message that explains its actual essence. Only in this way will you avoid falling into the classic cliché of the superfluous object, fully enhancing your idea.
  • It is essential to establish a budget to devote to wedding favors, so as not to waste time when choosing, as is done, for example, to buy the wedding dress.
  • No less important is the timing of the purchase of wedding favors, which we at Wedding in Valdichiana recommend at least five months before the wedding, in order not to incur in unforeseen events such as delays on the part of the supplier, especially if the choice fell on handicrafts or if you need some time to finish customize them personally.
  • Not to be underestimated is the setting up of the table that will host your wedding favors. It is advisable to make it visible enough, to deliver them easily or to give the guests the possibility to take them independently. Remember to decorate the table according to the style of the event and enrich it with sugared almonds, which can be arranged in maxi containers or attached to each cadeau.
  • Finally, do not forget to deliver the cadeau in person even to those who were unable to attend the event, as a sign of thanks.

While you are thinking about which wedding favor to pick, send us an email to receive further ideas: hello@weddinginvaldichiana.com.

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