Start planning
TuscanyCastles and vineyardsCreteLong tables in olive grovesMexicoHidden in the junglePortugalQuintas in the hills
PhotographersCompare styles and coverageFloristsBouquets, ceremony and table flowersPlannersSomeone who knows the placeBandsLive music for the ceremony and the party

I Luoghi di Pitti - Masseria San Giovanni is an estate destination wedding venue in Puglia, Italy, hosting 350 at dinner, where a wedding for 80 guests costs from €29,000, reached from Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI), 35 min. Best months: May, June, September, October.

I Luoghi di Pitti - Masseria San Giovanni

PugliaItalyListing claimed by the venue

I Luoghi di Pitti – Masseria San Giovanni is a 16th-century fortified masseria, protected by the Sovrintendenza delle Belle Arti di Bari, located in the heart of Puglia, just 5 km from Altamura.

Photos from the venue
Guests
350 at dinner
Rooms
10 rooms, sleep 25
Cost
From €29,000for 80 guests
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Season
All year
Getting there
BRIabout 35 min by car

About the venue

I Luoghi di Pitti – Masseria San Giovanni is a 16th-century fortified masseria, protected by the Sovrintendenza delle Belle Arti di Bari, located in the heart of Puglia, just 5 km from Altamura. Nestled within the Alta Murgia National Park, now a UNESCO Global Geopark, the estate extends across approximately 20 hectares of land — an exceptional setting where history, nature, and contemporary elegance exist in perfect harmony. Owned by the Moramarco family, the masseria is preserved with care and dedication and represents far more than a simple venue: it is a home shaped by generations, a place that carries authentic stories and heritage. Today, it stands as an exclusive destination for couples who wish not only to celebrate their wedding, but to live a meaningful and immersive experience. Ancient stone walls, candlelit courtyards, and expansive gardens create a timeless, intimate, and evocative atmosphere. Thanks to our in-house concierge service, refined cuisine, and a family pastry tradition rooted in 1984, every detail is thoughtfully curated to tell your story. Celebrating at I Luoghi di Pitti means becoming part of a living legacy — where every story is welcomed with care, dedication, and a level of involvement that goes beyond hospitality.

  • A 16th-Century Masseria, Entirely Yours. A historic family-owned estate set within 20 hectares of Apulian countryside, exclusively reserved for one wedding at a time
  • Over 40 years of family hospitality, with cuisine, pastry and beverage experiences personally managed by our in-house team
  • Ten on-site guest rooms and the possibility of multi-day celebrations, from welcome dinners and traditional pizza parties to farewell brunches.
  • Beautiful Spaces, Whatever the Weather. Distinctive indoor and outdoor settings, a genuine Plan B without marquees, and the possibility of legally recognised civil ceremonies on site.

Ask about your month

Tell the venue your year and month, your guest count and your budget. They reply with the dates they have free and what a wedding with them costs.

Year

Month

A dot marks the months with the best weather.

Pick a month to send this.

  • You do not need a fixed date
  • Replies: Usually within a day

Capacity, rooms and facilities

Last updated

Capacity

Seated dinner
350 guestsFrom the venue
Standing reception
350 guestsFrom the venue
Ceremony, seated
350 guestsFrom the venue
Smallest party taken
25 guestsFrom the venue

Staying over

Rooms
10 roomsFrom the venue
Sleeps
25 guestsFrom the venue
Room types
1 listedFrom the venue
Whole property to yourselves
YesFrom the venue
Shortest whole-property stay
2 nightsFrom the venue
Whole property must be taken with the wedding
YesFrom the venue
Rooms for the party nearby
YesFrom the venue

House rules

Weddings held
All yearFrom the venue
Days of the week
Any dayFrom the venue
Exclusive use required
YesFrom the venue
Music until
3 a.m included but can continue after 3 a.m. with a fee.From the venue
Planner required
NoFrom the venue
Fireworks
YesFrom the venue
Pets
YesFrom the venue
Children
YesFrom the venue

The wedding season

  1. January: good
  2. February: good
  3. March: good
  4. April: good
  5. May: best
  6. June: best
  7. July: best
  8. August: best
  9. September: best
  10. October: best
  11. November: good
  12. December: best
PeakQuieterFrom the venueWeather does not tell you whether a date is free.

Getting there

Nearby venues on a map
Nearest airport
BRI, 35 min by car
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes
Guest transport
Yes
Phone
080 314 0078
Answered by the venue in local hours.

Reviews of I Luoghi di Pitti - Masseria San Giovanni

“From the moment we first saw this amazing venue, we knew it was something truly special and perfect for our destination wedding (coming from the US).”

Isabel DelunaRead the whole review on Google

4.6out of 5, from 1,351 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

Answered from the venue’s own listing. Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

How much does it cost to get married at I Luoghi di Pitti?
For May–October 2027 and 2028, exclusive-use rates start from €5,000 + 10% VAT per day from Monday to Thursday, and €10,000 + 10% VAT per day from Friday to Sunday. Wedding menus start from €150 + 10% VAT per guest, including catering, beverages, service and standard furniture. We prepare personalised proposals based on your dates, guest numbers and the experiences you wish to include.
Is the Masseria exclusively reserved for our wedding?
Absolutely. We host only one wedding per day, ensuring complete privacy and exclusive access to our historic estate, including all indoor and outdoor event spaces and our 10 guest rooms.
Do we have to stay the minimum two nights?
Yes. The property is offered on exclusive-use basis with a mandatory two-night minimum stay. This includes accommodation for up to 25 guests and access to all on-site facilities.
Can we bring our own vendors, florist, photographer, music?
Yes. The venue welcomes external suppliers provided they meet the masseria's standards of quality, elegance, discretion, and refined hospitality. Discuss specific vendors during booking.
What is the payment schedule?
A 25% deposit secures the date, a further 25% is due six months before the event, and the remaining 50% is settled 3 weeks prior to arrival.
Where do out-of-town guests stay?
The estate accommodates 25 guests on-site. For additional lodging, Hotel Fuori Le Mura and Hotel San Nicola are 10–15 minutes away; the Matera Collection (7 boutique properties) is 30–40 minutes; UnaHotels MH Matera is 25 minutes.
Are there any mandatory fees beyond catering and accommodation?
Yes. Italian law requires SIAE music licensing: €273–€385 for events up to 200 guests (depending on live or DJ), or €413–€583 for larger celebrations. Civil ceremony costs are included in the venue buyout.
Can we legally marry on the property?
Yes. I Luoghi di Pitti is registered as a Casa Comunale (municipal office) and has hosted civil ceremonies on-site since 2016. No journey to a town hall is necessary. The deconsecrated chapel accommodates symbolic or religious ceremonies with local clergy.
How many guests can the Masseria accommodate?
Our historic indoor spaces can accommodate up to 350 seated guests, with additional capacity available in our outdoor areas. We offer several distinctive settings, making the property suitable for both intimate celebrations and larger weddings.
What happens if it rains on our wedding day?
We have a genuine indoor Plan B. Our historic interiors offer beautiful alternatives for the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and celebration, without requiring tents or marquees. Your wedding can remain just as special, regardless of the weather.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements and international cuisines?
Yes. We can adapt our menus to many dietary preferences and requirements, subject to advance discussion with our kitchen. For specific culinary traditions, including Indian or Kosher catering, we can explore collaborations with specialised external catering professionals.
How far is the Masseria from the airports?
Our property is located approximately: 30 minutes from Bari International Airport 1 hour and 15 minutes from Brindisi Airport We can assist with arranging airport transfers and transportation for your guests throughout their stay.
How late can our wedding party continue?
Outdoor music and celebrations can continue until 3:00 AM. If you'd like to keep celebrating beyond that time, the party can move into our dedicated indoor spaces, with an additional charge of €450 + 10% VAT per hour.
Are fireworks allowed at the Masseria?
Yes, fireworks displays can be arranged

The venue is one part of the budget. Budget a wedding in Italy with Aisle’s calculator: it starts from modelled estimates for food and drink, bedrooms, a welcome dinner and suppliers in Italy, and you can replace each one with a quote.

Similar venues

All venues in Puglia

More venues in Italy

All venues

Aisle also works inside Claude and ChatGPT. Ask either one for venues in Italy by guest count and budget. Find venues in Claude · Find venues in ChatGPT

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.

Venue wedding information

Planning with Aisle: Start for free · Ask us a question

Sources for individual venue facts
From €29,000for 80 guests

Could this be your venue?

Ask about prices and free dates for the month you have in mind. You do not need a fixed date.