Yes, I do! The most beautiful wedding venues in Greece
White chapels over a deep blue sea. Long tables among the olive trees. Dancing until the sun rises again. Getting married in Greece feels like a movie, but better. Because here, *you* are the lead character.
From the Cyclades to Crete: every island has its own atmosphere. Choose your island, put on a Greek playlist, and start dreaming. Whether you go for a chapel on the rocks or a farm among the olive groves: Greece says it all. nai (yes, in Greek). Still undecided between Greece and France? Then also check out our favorite wedding venues in France.
The Cyclades: white, blue, and wind in your hair
Andros is the island that not everyone knows yet, and that is precisely what makes it so special. Situated on a hectare of land above its own rocky bay lies Mèlisses, a small and beautifully furnished guesthouse owned by the Italian Allegra. Think antiques, Italian linen, and a saltwater infinity pool with a view of the sea. There is even a private farm with goats and chickens. Perfect for an intimate wedding or an elopement with only your loved ones. Small, but oh so lovely.
High above Golden Beach on Paros lies a family estate with a 180-degree view of the Aegean Sea. Owners Stella and Nikos welcome you with open arms. The terrace with stone lounge sofas is ideal for the ceremony or dinner, and a small white and blue chapel stands ready for photos. Typically Greek, and yet entirely yours. A secret? Not for much longer.
Say yes in a little white chapel on the rocks, and then walk straight on to the party by the water. Lazarou Beach is situated in a sheltered bay on Sifnos, with a terrace that slopes towards the sea like an amphitheater. Dinner under the stars, feet practically in the sand, and a dance floor overlooking the waves. Lazarou is known for parties that go on until late. You can sleep when you get home.
Rhodes: rocks, chapels and endless sunsets
Ktima Lindos sits on a hill above the bay of Vlicha, just outside Lindos. The same family has been cooking here since 1933, and it calls itself the first wedding venue in Lindos. The best part? The white chapel is located right next to the reception venue. You say "I do" and then sit straight down at the table, with a view of the sea. Room for about 100 guests, from May to October. What a picture-perfect setting.
Crete: olive groves, mountains and Venetian history
A genuine Cretan farm, with olive groves, vineyards, and handcrafted stone buildings. Here, you eat what grows on the land, and your guests participate in a wine and olive oil tasting in between. There are even animals roaming the grounds. The farm is entirely yours, with space for up to 200 guests. Rustic, pure, and very Cretan.
Just outside the village of Armenoi lies this estate, surrounded by mountains and fields full of wildflowers. Owners Roxani and Dimitri help with the landscaping themselves, and in the evenings, candles and lanterns illuminate the grounds. The landscape does most of the work, so you don't need much decoration here. Naturally beautiful, literally.
This is one of the oldest estates in Crete, featuring Venetian architecture from the fifteenth century. It is situated on the outskirts of Chania, among trees laden with avocados, olives, oranges, and mangoes. Get married in one of the intimate courtyards, dine on a candlelit terrace, and watch the sunset over the city. Does it smell of orange blossom there? Absolutely.
Four villas, three wedding venues, and a dedicated team to plan everything for you. Say "I do" at the small traditional church overlooking the sea, on a platform right by the water, or on a veranda high above the coast. Your reception takes place at the same location, and your guests stay in the villas themselves. Space for up to 70 guests, ensuring a lovely intimate atmosphere. Everything in one place—what more could you ask for?
Art, the sea, and a touch of glamour. This iconic hotel is situated right on the water near Agios Nikolaos and has its own private beach. Artworks are scattered throughout the grounds, more than fifty in total. The team takes care of everything for you, from an intimate ceremony to dinner by the sea. Ideal if you want your guests to feel like they are on vacation immediately. Who wouldn't want to stay here?
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