La Gabelletta is a restaurant destination wedding venue in Amelia, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport (PEG), 60 minutes by car. Best months: June, July, August, September.
La Gabelletta
La Gabelletta stands apart as a working restaurant that doubles as a wedding venue, offering guests an authentic Umbrian dining experience rather than a generic event space.
About La Gabelletta
La Gabelletta stands apart as a working restaurant that doubles as a wedding venue, offering guests an authentic Umbrian dining experience rather than a generic event space.
Located in the medieval town of Amelia, this venue prioritizes exceptional food and wine as the centerpiece of celebration.
With its 4.5/5 Google rating, it delivers both culinary excellence and an intimate atmosphere rooted in regional tradition.
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This place is amazing. The apartments are grand, the restaurant absolutely delicious, and the staff attentive and friendly.
Kent Campbell · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- PEG, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Active restaurant with full kitchen capabilities and trained culinary staff, ensuring restaurant-quality cuisine throughout the event
- Located in Amelia, a 2,400-year-old hilltop town in Umbria with Renaissance architecture and minimal tourist crowds
- Direct website booking available at http://www.lagabelletta.it/ for menu customization and venue details
- Intimate setting accommodates 20-150 guests with flexibility for multi-course Italian menus
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 14:00-18:00Guest arrival; check-in at Amelia accommodations; rehearsal dinner or informal gathering at local restaurants
- 10:00-12:00Ceremony in Amelia town (church or piazza); photography in medieval streets
- 13:00-14:30Aperitivo and welcome cocktail (on-site or nearby)
- 15:00-23:00Multi-course dinner service at La Gabelletta with wine pairings, toasts, and dancing
- 09:00-12:00Optional post-wedding brunch or tour of Amelia before guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- PEG · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport.
- Typical total
- €2,500-5,000+Aisle estimate
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€2,500-5,000+ for 50 guests including food, beverages, and service
- Ceremony fee
- On request
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N/A (reception venue only)
- Reception
- €45-75 a headAisle estimate
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€45-75 (estimate based on restaurant pricing; confirm directly)
- Room rate
- €60-150 a nightAisle estimate
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€60-150 (nearby hotels/agriturismos in Amelia)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0744 981775
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies significantly by menu selection, wine packages, and guest count. Contact http://www.lagabelletta.it/ for formal quotes. Venue fees separate from per-head catering in most cases.
Questions about the venue
Can we customize the menu for dietary restrictions?+
Yes. As an active restaurant, La Gabelletta works directly with clients to design multi-course menus accommodating allergies, vegetarian, and vegan preferences. Contact them via their website at http://www.lagabelletta.it/ to discuss options.
Is accommodation available on-site?+
La Gabelletta is a restaurant venue without lodging. However, Amelia offers several nearby agriturismos and small hotels within 2-5 km, ranging from budget to mid-range options.
What is the maximum guest capacity?+
The venue accommodates up to 150 guests, with a minimum of 20 for private events.
Can we hold both ceremony and reception here?+
La Gabelletta is primarily a reception and dinner venue. Ceremonies typically occur in nearby Amelia's churches or town squares, with the restaurant handling the celebration meal.
What is included in the venue fee?+
Contact the restaurant directly at http://www.lagabelletta.it/ for current packages. Typically, venue fees cover table setup, service staff, and kitchen coordination; food and beverage are priced per head.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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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.