Discovering the Best Barcelona Wedding Venues
When it comes to planning the perfect wedding, your venue plays a crucial role in setting the tone and atmosphere for your special day. Barcelona, with its rich culture, stunning architecture, and beautiful landscapes, offers a variety of wedding venues that cater to every couple's needs and preferences. With so many venues to choose from, things can quickly start to feel overwhelming. Whether you are planning a lavish celebration, or you are looking for something more intimate, I’ve narrowed down the top venues depending on your personal needs. Here’s a list of Barcelona wedding venues to help you find the ideal location for your destination wedding celebration.
1. Villas & Masias
For couples dreaming of a lavish celebration, Barcelona boasts a range of stunning villas and Masias that can make your wedding feel truly spectacular. Spanish villas provide an exquisite backdrop for a wedding. These spacious properties often come with beautiful gardens, pools, and breathtaking views of the city or the countryside. Here are some top villas and masias in and around Barcelona:
Villa Almanita: This stunning authentic 18th century Catalan estate boasts its own vineyard and large private grounds, a ballroom and a courtyard. The venue can accommodate up to 250 guests and is only a 25 minute drive from the airport and 5 minutes from the incredible beaches of Sitges. The villa can accommodate 34 guests across 16 bedrooms. https://www.villaalmanita.com/weddings
Mas de Sant Llei: A rustic 12th-century manor house surrounded by immaculate gardens and panoramic views of the valley. A mere 15 minute drive from Barcelona, yet completely surrounded by nature, Mas de Sant Llei is the perfect choice for a grand celebration near the heart of Barcelona. The venue can cater to up to 500 guests and boasts its own planner and personalised wedding planning app, making your planning process easier than ever. https://masdesantllei.com/bodas-barcelona/
Almiral de la Font: 30 minutes from Barcelona and 6 kilometres from the seaside town of Sitges, this impressive Catalonian Masia can host up to 120 guests. The main house can sleep 28 guests, with a nearby cottage providing accommodation for a further 4 guests, it offers plenty of space for your nearest and dearest to stay on the property. https://www.almiraldelafont.com/en/events/
Can Ribas de Montbui: With 32 hectares of gardens, olive fields and oak groves with views of the surrounding grounds, you are guaranteed to have the outdoor ceremony of your dreams. The venue can host up to 400 guests with ample parking space and offers in-house planning services, florists and decor services, making wedding planning a breeze. The venue is just under an hour from Barcelona airport. https://canribas.com/bodas/
Mas Casamitjana: Set on the edge of a valley overlooking the rolling Catalan hills, the centuries-old Masia is set near the charming town of Moià, just over an hours drive from Barcelona airport. The venue can sleep 12 guests in four spacious guest rooms and has several unique event spaces on the property, giving you total freedom as to how and where you would like to experience individual aspects of your day. https://thismustbetheplacebarcelona.com/barcelona-wedding-venue/
La Baronia: Surrounded by woods and surrounded by nature, La Baronia enjoys incredible views over the town of Sant Feliu de Codines and the Vallès Oriental region. On the clearest days, you can see the reflections of the Mediterranean Sea on the horizon. The manicured gardens and the architectural details of the house are a perfect setting for your Spanish destination wedding. La Baronia is just under an hours drive from Barcelona airport and offers a host of spaces to celebrate the different parts of your day. https://www.labaronia.net/en
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Bell Reco: Built in the 1940’s, with construction completed in 1952, this stunning Catalan manor house is only 45 minutes from Barcelona Airport. The banquet hall can seat up to 160 guests and the garden banquet hall can seat up to 490 guests. https://bellreco.es/bodas/?lang=en
Masia Egara: Located in Terrassa, 25km north of Barcelona, this Catalan country house is surrounded by 300 hectares of farmland and forest and boasts one of the best preserved private gardens in Catalonia. This beautiful Masia offers a large selection of different spaces to suit every couples individual needs. https://www.masiaegara.com/en/spaces
Casa Felix: This beautiful 2500 square meter Masia set on 38 hectares of land is located on the edge of the village of Olivella and the Garraf Natural Park. It is only a 15 minute drive from Sitges and 40 minutes from Barcelona. What makes Casa Felix unique is the ability to sleep 50 guests in 21 rooms. https://casa-felix.es/about-us/
Gran Villa Rosa: Only 25 minutes from the Barcelona Airport and built in 1460 as a wine farm, Gran Villa Rosa offer luxurious amenities, while maintaining an antique charm. With ample living- and dining spaces, the villa can accommodate 300 guests comfortably and includes 20 bedroom suites sleeping up to 45 guests, a beautiful chapel, and a stunning event hall. https://granvillarosa.com/wedding
Mas de la Serra: Catering to both smaller, more intimate weddings, as well as larger weddings of up to 150 guests, this stunning Masia can sleep 20 guests and is nestled in nature, with incredible mountain views. You can rent the entire Masia and plan your very own bespoke wedding your way. https://www.masdelaserra.com/treatment/private-hire/
Alcazar del Garraf: Exchange vows in a picturesque wine finca only 20 minutes from Barcelona Airport. Offering both privacy and flexibility without curfew restrictions, this finca venue can accommodate up to 150 wedding guests and overnight accommodation for up to 22 guests. https://sitgesluxuryrentals.com/villa/alcazar-del-garraf/
La Garriga de Castelladral: This hidden gem one hour away from Barcelona is a medieval country house surrounded by nature, with stunning options for your ceremony location. https://www.masialagarriga.com/en/charming-hotel/33/weddings.html
2. Castle’s
Castell de Sant Marcal: Just 20 minutes away from Barcelona city center lies the Castell de Sant Marçal. Boasting magnificent gardens surrounded by nature, the castle has a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces to make your day truly unique. https://www.castelldesantmarsal.com/en/weddings/
Castell de Villavecchia: Declared a Cultural Monument of National Interest, the 1,500m2, nineteenth-century modernist castle is surrounded by 11 hectares of nature, incredible gardens, lush forests and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. http://www.castelldevillavecchia.com/en/el-castillo/
Castell de Caramany: With easy access from Barcelona and Girona and twenty minutes from the coast, Castell de Caramany is perfectly situated for a spectacular castle wedding. https://www.castelldecaramany.com/espacios/
Castell d’Emporda: This stunning fourteenth century castle has a variety of different wedding packages to choose from ranging from 50 guests up to 200 guests and plenty of hotel accommodation on the property. https://hotelcastellemporda.com/en/weddings/
Cortal Gran: This elegant estate is located in the heart of Barcelona, and offers a variety of spaces for weddings and receptions, including a grand ballroom, a beautiful garden, and a rooftop terrace. It has a capacity of up to 300 guests and is only 14km’s from Barcelona airport. https://cortalgran.com/en/spaces/
3. Elopement & Intimate Venues
For those looking to escape the traditional wedding planning woes, elopements and micro weddings offer a more stress free option. Barcelona is home to numerous hidden gems perfect for a romantic getaway. Here are some lovely options for smaller gatherings:
Masia Victoria: Masia Victoria is a stunning 15th century Catalan manor perfect for smaller more intimate weddings of up to 70 guests. The villa offers 14 spacious ensuite bedrooms sleeping 28+ guests, several terraces on all levels, a wonderful infinity pool, and is located within walking distance to shops, restaurants, cafes and more. https://sitgesluxuryrentals.com/villa/masia-victoria
Montjuïc Castle: Offering panoramic views of Barcelona, this historic fortress provides a breathtaking backdrop for an elopement or intimate wedding ceremony. The castle’s romantic gardens and impressive architecture make it a unique location for a small ceremony. https://ajuntament.barcelona.cat/castelldemontjuic/en/premises-rent/premises-rent
Masia Cabellut: If you are looking for a stunning intimate vineyard wedding venue less than an hour from Barcelona Airport, look no further. Cabellut caters to all types of wedding parties and can create an intimate destination wedding bespoke to you. https://masiacabellut.com/events/weddings/
Castell Torre Cellers: Located 23km’s from Barcelona, this medieval castle offers stunning gardens and plenty of options for smaller weddings. https://www.torrecellers.com/special-celebrations/spaces/
Masia can Tosca: Located a short drive from Barcelona, this typical 16th Century Catalan Masia offers a stunning backdrop for your intimate affair. https://masiacantosca.com/nuestra-casa
Monastery of Sant Miquel: The Romanesque Monastery of Sant Miquel, with breathtaking views of Barcelona, is truly special and offers a great alternative for those wanting to have a small intimate ceremony. https://poble-espanyol.com/en/space/monastery-of-sant-miquel/
4. Beach Venues
For couples who dream of a seaside wedding, Barcelona’s stunning beaches provide an idyllic setting. Here are some exceptional beach venues:
Hotel W Barcelona: Known for its iconic structure, this luxury hotel offers stunning beachfront views. The venue has several event spaces, including a rooftop terrace, perfect for a glamorous beach wedding. https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bcnwh-w-barcelona/weddings/
Xalet del Nin: This beautiful villa is located on the beachfront in Vilanova i la Geltrú, and offers immaculate gardens and stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. A short drive from the charming seaside town of Sitges and only 40 minutes from the airport, this stunning venue has a capacity of up to 200 guests. https://xaletdelnin.com/en.html
Castell de Tamarit: Just under an hour from Barcelona Airport, this historic castle is located on a hilltop overlooking the mediterranean, and offers panoramic views of the sea and mountains. https://www.castillotamarit.com/en/eventos/bodas/ceremonia-civil/
El Convent de Blanes: This historic convent is located in Blanes, on the Costa Brava, and offers a peaceful and romantic setting for weddings and receptions. It has a capacity of up to 200 guests, and is only 70km’s from Barcelona. With one of the most beautiful ocean views in the Costa Brava, this venue is an absolute beach lover’s dream. https://elconventblanes.com/en/esdeveniments-el-convent-blanes/
Can Marial: This late 19th century finca with a balcony overlooking the ocean can accommodate 240 guests and is only 60km’s from Barcelona Airport. https://canmarial.net/espacios/
Conclusion
No matter the style or size of your celebration, Barcelona has a diverse array of wedding venues to make your day unforgettable. From grand villas to rustic barns, the perfect spot is waiting for you. Once you’ve chosen your venue, don’t forget to check out our list of all the best wedding vendors for your perfect Barcelona wedding. If you’re still looking for a photographer, feel free to reach out to us for our travel inclusive Barcelona wedding packages. Happy planning!
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