Relais Il Falconiere

Highlights

An Italian destination wedding is never complete without the perfect wine that you and your loved one can enjoy while watching the view of a picturesque landscape. This and more are what you are getting in this rare find wedding estate in Cortona that's located at the heart of Tuscany. This wedding estate in Cortona is one of the finest hotels that ranked number one in Italy, third in Europe, and sixth in the world by none other than Travel and Leisure. You simply can’t go wrong if you choose this as your wedding venue in Italy because it’s complete with hotel rooms, a historic church, and an iconic view of hills and fields.

History

Rich with history and culture, Cortona is home for Renaissance architecture and works of arts, such as the domed church of Santa Maria Nuova, built in 1554 and Alessandro Allori’s painting called Nativity. It’s also known for its narrow streets, charming hills, a fascinating museum, wide green fields, and authentic Italian wines.

If you’re a couple who dreams of getting married in a venue that showcases Italian history and lush landscapes, this boutique hotel aged thousands of years old, set against romantic Tuscan hills and vineyards, is a perfect choice.

Ceremony

Get married in the 17th century Italian church inside this wedding estate in Cortona estate or choose one of the many Catholic churches around here.

You can also hold an intimate outdoor ceremony inside the perimeter of the estate with a view of the hills and the smell of vineyards and olive groves.

One of our couples chose the hotel's garden for their ceremony on a warm September afternoon, surrounded by the picturesque Cortona hills. Mid-autumn in Tuscany offered ideal conditions — comfortable temperatures, golden light, and countryside colors just beginning their seasonal shift. The setting provided natural romance without requiring elaborate decoration.

The ceremony venue was included in their intimate wedding package, and our local planner helped them select the perfect spot to exchange vows. When you choose any of our Italy destination wedding packages, you'll receive the same ceremony inclusion along with personalized guidance from our Italian coordinator in finding the ideal location for your vision.

Photoshoot

After the ceremony, have your post-nuptial photos taken in the middle of the wide vineyards and olive groves around this wedding estate in Cortona, while your guests enjoy their cocktails at the outdoor pool.

Reception

The terrace of this romantic wedding estate in Cortona can accommodate up to 120 guests, making it the perfect choice for your wedding reception. The world-renowned restaurant inside this Tuscan venue offers exquisite Italian cuisines that are prepared by the hotel’s in-house international chef, Silvia Barracchi. The restaurant’s setting is overly elegant. Every corner convinces you that you are marrying in Italy! The skilfully prepared meals will give you and your guests a fine dining experience like no other.

Accommodation

You can rent Il Falconiere exclusively for your big day or simply book one of its 22 rooms that all contain Renaissance-inspired furniture and decorations. You can also opt to rent a whole villa that accommodates up to 16 adults and 5 children.