Borgo della Merluzza
Borgo della Merluzza commands sweeping views across the Roman countryside from its elevated position on Via della Merluzza, where ochre-toned estate buildings rise against the Lazio landscape.
Borgo della Merluzza is an estate destination wedding venue in Roma, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci (FCO), 45–60 minutes from airport to venue. Best months: June, July, August, November.
About Borgo della Merluzza
Borgo della Merluzza commands sweeping views across the Roman countryside from its elevated position on Via della Merluzza, where ochre-toned estate buildings rise against the Lazio landscape.
The 12-hectare property features original stone architecture dating to the 18th century, with manicured gardens, tree-lined avenues, and multiple ceremony and reception spaces distributed across the grounds.
This working estate combines vineyard terraces and olive groves with refined event infrastructure, offering both pastoral immersion and logistical sophistication.
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A village of extraordinary beauty, excellent for classy events. Highly recommended
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- FCO, 60 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Countryside, restored, elegant
Venue highlights
- Located 12 kilometers southeast of Rome's historic center, accessible via the Appian Way approach
- 12-hectare property with 18th-century stone structures and original architectural integrity
- Estate vineyards and olive groves on-site; wine production facilities available for tastings
- Capacity for 20–150 guests across multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony/reception configurations
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 15:00–18:00Guest arrival; check-in at estate suites and nearby accommodations; vineyard tour and welcome aperitivo
- 19:30–23:00Casual dinner in the estate barn or garden; mingling and evening entertainment
- 10:00–11:30Ceremony in the garden or main courtyard
- 12:00–14:00Cocktail reception and photos on the terraced grounds
- 14:30–20:00Seated dinner in the main reception barn; toasts, dancing, and estate wine service
- 10:00–13:00Farewell brunch; guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- FCO · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci.
- Typical total
- €15,000–35,000Aisle estimate
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€15,000–35,000 for 50 guests (2-day event with catering and basic décor)
- Ceremony fee
- €2,000–3,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85–150 a headAisle estimate
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€85–150 (catering, bar, service; wine from estate available)
- Room rate
- €120–200 a nightAisle estimate
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€120–200 per room (limited on-site suites); nearby agriturismos €80–140
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 349 688 1932
Answered by the venue in local hours.
On-site wine tastings and vineyard tours available as add-ons. Vendor restrictions apply; approved supplier list available upon inquiry.
Questions about the venue
What is the travel time from Rome's city center?+
Approximately 30–40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The venue sits on the historic Appian Way corridor, offering a countryside retreat while remaining accessible to Rome's international connections.
Are accommodations available on-site?+
The estate offers limited guest suites. For larger wedding parties, nearby agriturismos and boutique hotels in the surrounding Castelli Romani region provide additional lodging within 15 kilometers.
What ceremony and reception layouts are possible?+
The property supports outdoor ceremonies in the gardens, marquee receptions in the main barn structures, and cocktail service across the terraced grounds. Multiple spaces allow separation of ceremony and reception events.
Is the venue suitable for destination weddings?+
Yes. The estate's rural setting, on-site dining facilities, and scenic grounds support multi-day events. Its proximity to Rome (30–40 minutes) allows guests to explore the capital while maintaining a countryside base.
What catering and bar services are included?+
The venue works with approved regional caterers and typically offers wine from the estate's own production. Beverage packages often feature the property's Castelli Romani wines. Details are customized during proposal stage.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Indoors or out: Both
“Il giardino segreto, l’anfiteatro nel verde, il bordo piscina e gli spaziosi interni sono tutti ambienti a disposizione per esaudire i sogni e festeggiare i momenti più importanti allestendo gli spazi al gusto personale e animando le serate con musica, balli e intrattenimenti di ogni genere.”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Countryside, restored, elegant
“Nella quiete della campagna, a venti minuti dal centro di Roma, un antico borgo trasformato in un luogo caldo e accogliente dove ricevere i propri ospiti in totale relax.”
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