The Rome IndexGetting married in Rome
What's actually involved in a Rome wedding or vow renewal.
Legal vs symbolic ceremonies
A legally binding civil ceremony in Italy involves more paperwork than most foreign couples expect; many choose a symbolic ceremony in Rome followed by legal registration at home instead.
Popular venues
Villa gardens on the city's edge, and a handful of terraces overlooking the historic center, are the most requested settings — both usually require booking six months to a year ahead.
Working with a planner
Given the language and bureaucracy involved, most foreign couples work with a local wedding planner rather than handling logistics alone.