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Murgia Garden stands out as a working restaurant venue that doubles as an event space, meaning your guests enjoy authentic Puglian cuisine prepared on-site rather than catered platters.

Ceremony
30 seated
Reception
150 seated
Nearest airport
BRI · 1 hour 15 minutes
Open season
JuneOctober
Price range
$$$
Rating
4.4 /5 · 447

Murgia Garden is a restaurant destination wedding venue in Quasano, Italy, hosting 30 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI), 1 hour 15 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.

01 · In a sentence

Murgia Garden in Quasano, open JuneOctober.

Murgia Garden stands out as a working restaurant venue that doubles as an event space, meaning your guests enjoy authentic Puglian cuisine prepared on-site rather than catered platters.

Located in the rural Quasano countryside, this approach eliminates the typical wedding venue markup on food while maintaining restaurant-quality standards.

The setting leverages the natural landscape of the Murgia plateau, creating an agricultural backdrop that feels distinct from decorated ballroom alternatives.

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02 · What sets it apart

4 notes, from the desk.

Note 01

On-site restaurant kitchen prepares all food service during the event

Note 02

Located on Via Pedali della Murgia in Quasano, within the UNESCO-protected Murgia region

Note 03

Google rating of 4.4/5 based on diner and event guest reviews

Note 04

Outdoor garden spaces that accommodate seasonal Italian celebrations with natural lighting

03 · The season

Best held in June, July, August.

The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Murgia Garden.

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Peak · booked earlyOpen · typically availableShoulder · quieterClosed to weddings
04 · Hold a date

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May 2026
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Choose a day from the calendar.

We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.

05 · A sample weekend

How the weekend usually runs.

Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.

2 months before · day 01
  • Site visit and menu tasting at Murgia Garden
6 weeks before · day 02
  • Finalize guest count, menu selections, and ceremony logistics
Wedding day · day 03
  • 2:00 PMGuest arrival and welcome aperitivo in garden
  • 3:30 PMCeremony in garden space
  • 4:30 PMCocktail hour and mingling
  • 6:00 PMDinner service begins; Puglian multi-course menu
  • 10:00 PMDessert, toasts, and dancing
06 · Practical

Things worth knowing.

Getting there

BRI · 1 hour 15 minutes

Guests fly into Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.

Typical total

€6,500-12,000

Murgia Garden operates as a restaurant, so pricing is more transparent than traditional venues. No separate rental fee beyond food costs. Confirm current rates directly with the venue, as seasonal pricing and group discounts apply.

Ceremony fee

€500-1,000

A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.

Reception

€45-75 / head

A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.

Room rate

€80-180 / night

A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.

Weather window

June – October

4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.

07 · Questions

Asked along the way.

Can we customize the menu for our wedding?+

Yes. As a functioning restaurant, Murgia Garden works with couples to develop tasting menus featuring Puglian classics. Menu planning typically occurs 2-3 months before the event date.

Is there flexibility with guest count?+

The venue operates on a restaurant model, so guest counts can be adjusted closer to the date. Confirm final numbers 3-4 weeks before your event.

What's included in the venue fee?+

The restaurant charges separately for space rental and per-head food costs. Contact them directly at the website for current pricing, as rates vary by season and guest count.

Are there accommodations nearby?+

Quasano is a small rural town. Nearby Alberobello (15 km away) and Ostuni (25 km away) offer hotels and trulli rentals for destination wedding guests.

Can we hold the ceremony at the venue?+

Murgia Garden is primarily a restaurant reception space. Civil ceremonies can typically be arranged on the grounds; check with the venue about legal requirements for your destination wedding.

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Hold dates at Murgia Garden.

A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.