How Much Does a Wedding at Villa del Balbianello Cost?
Villa del Balbianello on Lake Como is one of Italy’s most iconic and romantic wedding venues. It is perfect for couples looking for an intimate yet luxurious celebration. The villa is on our list of Lake Como’s seven most beautiful wedding venues.
In this post, we share the cost breakdown of a 2024 wedding at Villa del Balbianello. With 50 guests and four days of events, the total cost for the wedding amounted to approximately US$100k.
This multi-day celebration consisted of a welcome party, rehearsal dinner, wedding day at Villa del Balbianello, and a recovery day picnic.11
Let’s dive into the details of the expenses for this beautiful celebration.
Wedding Cost Breakdown: Villa del Balbianello, Lake Como
Wedding Overview
| Guests | 50 guests |
| Cost | Approx. US$100,000 |
| Wedding | Symbolic |
| Venue | Villa del Balbianello |
| Duration | 4 days of events Welcome Party, Rehearsal Dinner, Wedding Day, and Recovery Picnic |
| Region | Lake Como |
| Country | Italy |
| Wedding Planner | Not disclosed |
Wedding Cost Breakdown
Here is the full cost breakdown for a wedding at Villa del Balbianello / Lake Como.
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Venue Rental (Villa del Balbianello) | $16,000 |
| Catering & Bar (includes upgrades) | $15,000 |
| Dress (after alterations) | $6,000 |
| Transportation (Private ferry) | $2,500 |
| Wedding Day Transportation | $3,000 |
| Welcome Party (Lido Di Bellagio) | $4,000 |
| Rehearsal Dinner (Dispensa63) | $3,000 |
| Recovery Day Picnic (Villa Lila) | $5,000 |
| Airbnb (6 days) | $6,000 |
| Flowers | $5,000 |
| Flights (Business class for 3 people) | $10,000 |
| Celebrant | $1,400 |
| Wedding Planner | $3,000 |
| Hair & Makeup | $3,000 |
| Music | $4,000 |
| Photographer | $6,000 |
| Videographer | $8,000 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $100,000 |
Wedding Highlights and Tips
Private Venue Experience
Renting Villa del Balbianello as a private venue added to the exclusivity. The couple rented the venue on a Friday, starting at 6 pm, ensuring the day was completely dedicated to their celebration.
The other venues used were Lido Di Bellagio for the Welcome Party, Dispensa 63 for the Rehearsal Dinner, and Villa Lila for the recovery day picnic, with catering by Dispensa 63.
Accommodation
Villa del Balbianello does not offer onsite accommodation. Guests arranged and paid for their lodging.
Four-Day Celebration
Rather than just one day, the couple extended the celebration to include multiple events, making the wedding feel more like a vacation for their guests. However, not all guests participated in all events. The rehearsal dinner, for example, took place at Dispensa63, which has a maximum capacity of 20.
Transportation
As Villa del Balbianello cannot be accessed by car, a private ferry was hired to transport guests to and from the venue. This costs around $2,500 for 50 guests.
Traffic Considerations
It’s important to note that Lake Como, especially during summer, is notorious for traffic due to narrow roads. Renting a car is highly recommended for ease of travel around the region.
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