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Finding the Perfect Wedding Location in Greece

If you are planning an event and dreaming of a magical experience, you have likely imagined every small detail. There are many important choices to make, but the most crucial one is choosing the right spot. After all, without a venue, there is no event!

Choosing a wedding location in Greece is a significant factor that influences your design, concept, food, and budget. Whether you are planning a birthday or a destination wedding, the venue creates the entire atmosphere.

How to Choose the Best Places to Get Married in Greece

When thinking about Greece, many people imagine golden beaches and white houses with blue doors. While the islands are famous, the mainland offers much more, from urban charm to historic mountains. To help you decide, we have gathered our top recommendations for the best places to get married in Greece.

Urban Elegance in Athens

Athens, the Greek capital, is perfect if you want a taste of urban charm. You can walk through the beautiful districts of Plaka or visit the Acropolis. Additionally, you can plan a culinary tour through colorful markets. For a lively evening, we recommend a visit to a traditional tavern or a “Bouzoukia” for live music.

However, keep the weather in mind. Athens has very hot summers, so the autumn and spring seasons are often more comfortable for guests.

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Picturesque alleyway with traditional white Cycladic houses and a cactus in Greece, inspiration and atmosphere for private events and weddings by Sirtaki Events.
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The Acropolis in Athens at sunset, iconic view representing event production in Greece by Sirtaki Events.
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TARATSA STOYTHOMA

We love this Bouzoukia – with its beautiful rooftop, lively atmosphere, traditional plate breaking, and delicious food. Check out their Instagram and Facebook for some more inspiration.

NOEL

Don’t miss a visit to this stylish cocktail bar, serving French-influenced cuisine and featuring outdoor seating. Check out their Instagram or Facebook page if you wish to get tipsy in style.

Northern Greece: Mountains and Forests

The Zagori and Tzoumerka regions provide a completely different experience. These areas are filled with spectacular villages, streams, and waterfalls. If you are looking for a recommended Greek wedding venue with a cozy vibe, the Pelion Peninsula is a stunning option.

Pelion combines dense forests with turquoise beaches. In fact, the mountains reach heights of 1,610 meters, offering breathtaking views. This area is known for its rare beauty during the autumn. Furthermore, it is only a short drive from Thessaloniki airport, allowing for easy access by car.

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Ancient stone bridge over a calm river in the pastoral nature of Greece, photogenic location for private events, outdoor weddings, and couple photoshoots by Sirtaki Events.

Pelion Resort

A 4-star resort that is designed like a small village, with wide outdoor areas, traditionally designed rooms, and breathtaking views it is the perfect choice for an intimate event of up to 60 people.
The hotel is a two-hour drive from Thessaloniki Airport. Check out their Instagram for more inspiration

If you are visiting the area of Volos don’t miss out on this perfect restaurant Mezen, they are taking traditional Greek food to a higher level with Fresh produce and a unique interpretation.
Check out their Instagram page if you want to get hungry.

Dreaming of a Beach Wedding in Greece?

While everyone knows Rhodes and Mykonos, there are wonderful, less touristy islands to explore. For instance, our home island of Evia is a piece of paradise. As the second-largest island in Greece, it offers fresh seafood and white beaches.

If you want a beach wedding in Greece that feels authentic and peaceful, Evia is the place. The north of the island even features green landscapes that occasionally see snow in winter. Most importantly, it is connected to the mainland by a bridge, making it very accessible from Athens airport.

The Luxury of a Wedding Villa in Greece

For those seeking privacy and intimacy, booking a wedding villa in Greece is an excellent choice. Many villas offer stunning views of the Aegean Sea and allow you to host both the ceremony and the reception in one private location. By choosing a villa, you can create a “home away from home” feeling for your closest friends and family.

Ultimately, whether you choose an urban rooftop in Athens or a quiet beach in Evia, Greece has it all.

A small traditional boat in crystal-clear turquoise waters in Greece, boat rental and production of private and romantic events at sea by Sirtaki Events.
Table setting under a grape arbor overlooking the sea in Greece, inspiration for private events and outdoor weddings by Sirtaki Events.

Amronda Resort

Amaronda resort is a 4-star resort with a private beach, a local restaurant, a great beach bar, amazing art sculptures, and paintings are decorating the resort. the rooms are stylish and modern and the service is beyond great – it is the perfect choice for events for over 70 people. The resort is an hour and a bit drive from Athens Airport. you can drive directly or use the ferry service to Evia Island.
Check out their Instagram for more inspiration.

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