Dreaming of a wedding in Rome? The Eternal City offers an incomparable backdrop for your dream wedding that you will rave about for a long time to come.
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Civil wedding in Rome
In Italy, the clergyman has a dual role as a civil servant during the church wedding, according to the country’s law. However, before the wedding takes place, the couple must officially register their intention to marry at the civil registry office, accompanied by an affidavit. To complete this process, the couple must present international birth certificates. They must also present a certificate of no impediment to marriage. Non-EU citizens should obtain the necessary certificates from their respective embassies. For more information on marriage procedures in Italy, please visit the website of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the website of the Municipality of Rome and the website of your embassy.
The City of Rome provides four halls for the ceremony:
- The Red Hall in the Capitol
- the Vignola Mattei Chapel complex at the Baths of Caracalla
- Villa Farinacci in the northeast of the city, and
- The Blue Hall in Ostia
You can also get married on the beach in Ostia.
The cost of a civil wedding in Rome for non-residents is 1,392 euros during the week and 1,624 euros on weekends. For a wedding on the beach, the cost is 700 euros during the week and 800 euros on weekends.
The ceremony is conducted in Italian and an interpreter may be required if you do not have sufficient knowledge of Italian to make a legally valid declaration in Italian.
Church wedding in Rome
Typically, the minister also assumes the responsibilities of a government official. If you are already legally married or do not wish to be formally married, you must clearly state this and provide a justification. In order to proceed with the wedding, the priest will need the necessary documentation according to both ecclesiastical and civil regulations.
Various churches, including the parish church of your country in Rome, St. Peter’s Basilica, and other papal basilicas can be arranged for Catholic ceremonies.
Individuals from other religious communities will need to contact their respective communities for further guidance.
Popular Catholic wedding churches in Rome
The Aventine has three popular churches. The Basilica of St. Sabine and the Church of St. Alexius were built in the 3rd century. There is also a nearby Benedictine abbey dedicated to Saint Anselm, next to the enigmatic 18th-century Order of Malta square. The unique features of these churches are their tranquil surroundings and the picturesque views from the Alexius Park and the Orange Garden.
On Celio Hill stands the Basilica of the Holy Martyrs John and Paul. It is said that they lived in the restored Roman houses below the basilica, which can be visited. Between the basilica and the bell tower, you can explore the rooms that were used by the Colosseum in ancient times.
This basilica serves as the title church of the Passionist Order and is adorned with magnificent chandeliers with golden cherubs holding the armrests.
The Basilica of Santa Maria in Aracaeli is located on the Capitoline Hill to the left of the Town Hall. It can be reached by a steep, long flight of steps. Many famous people get married here.
Climbing up and down the stairs in your wedding dress and high heels must be a nightmare. In any case, the bride will remember the day for a long time.
Hotels and restaurants
Rome provides a variety of restaurants that specialize in hosting larger groups in an elegant setting for wedding celebrations. Check out our article on the best restaurants in Rome for more information.
For hotel recommendations, consult our guide on Hotels in Rome.
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Good morning, Buongiorno. How can I book a civil wedding in one of the beatiful locations:; the red room in the Capitol, the chapel-like complex Vignola Mattei near the Baths of Caracalla, the Villa Lais at Via Tuscolana or
The blue hall in Ostia? Some direct contact please, without any wedding-planners.
Thank you, Cordiali Saluti
Tarja Niemi
Hi Tarja,
I suggest to call +39 060606. This is the call center of the municipality of Rome and there you find English-speaking operators.
The Red room and Vignola Mattei can be booked at the Ufficio matrimoni dell’ Anagrafe Centrale Via Luigi Petroselli, 50 tel. +39 06 67104428.
For Villa Lais you have to go to the town hall of district IX, for the Blue hall you have to book at the town hall of district XIII. I think, the call center can give you more contact details.
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