Quinta da Estrela
Quinta da Estrela operates as a working estate in Caneças, meaning you'll have genuine agricultural grounds rather than a manicured resort backdrop.
Quinta da Estrela is an estate destination wedding venue in Caneças, Portugal, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport (LIS), 40–50 minutes. Best months: May, July, August, September.
About Quinta da Estrela
Quinta da Estrela operates as a working estate in Caneças, meaning you'll have genuine agricultural grounds rather than a manicured resort backdrop.
The venue accommodates 20–150 guests across indoor and outdoor spaces, giving you flexibility to scale your celebration.
With a 4.5/5 Google rating, it's proven reliable for couples managing logistics across Portugal's Lisbon region.
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Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
My husband and I were very fortunate to be guests at a wedding here on the 5th october and it was just beautiful. 😍
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- LIS, 50 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located in Caneças, approximately 25km north of Lisbon center, reducing travel fatigue for international guests
- Estate setting includes both covered indoor spaces and open grounds, providing weather flexibility for ceremony and reception
- Capacity ranges from 20 to 150 guests, accommodating intimate gatherings or larger celebrations
- Working quinta (farm estate) provides authentic Portuguese rural atmosphere without resort-style artificiality
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 15:00–17:00Guest arrival; check-in at nearby hotels or self-catering rentals in Caneças area
- 10:00–11:00Guest arrival and cocktail/welcome drinks on estate grounds
- 11:30Ceremony begins (indoor or outdoor space, depending on weather)
- 12:30–13:30Aperitif and group photos on quinta grounds
- 13:30–17:00Seated reception, dinner, and dancing
- flexibleGuest departures; optional post-wedding breakfast or farewell gathering
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- LIS · about 50 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport.
- Typical total
- €3,500–8,000+Aisle estimate
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€3,500–8,000+ for 50-guest wedding (venue, catering, basic rentals; excludes florals, photography, entertainment)
- Ceremony fee
- €800–1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €50–90 a headAisle estimate
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€50–90 (food/beverage varies; excluding rentals and staffing)
- Room rate
- €70–150 a nightAisle estimate
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€70–150 (nearby hotels in Caneças; on-site lodging not confirmed)
- Weather window
- July – September
The months the weather is kindest, with May mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 21 981 4129
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Prices are indicative. Request formal quote from venue. Many quinta weddings in Portugal include catering surcharges for premium suppliers. Budget separately for rentals, décor, and services not always bundled with venue fee.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at Quinta da Estrela?+
Yes. The estate has indoor and outdoor areas suitable for ceremonies, with reception spaces available on the grounds. Contact the venue directly at https://www.casamentos.pt/quintas-para-casamentos/quinta-da-estrela--e50854 to confirm specific setup options for your guest count.
What's included in the venue rental?+
Quinta da Estrela typically provides use of indoor and outdoor spaces. Catering, rentals (tables, chairs, lighting), and staffing are usually separate arrangements, confirm inclusions when requesting a quote.
How far is the venue from Lisbon airport?+
Approximately 40–50 minutes by car (25km north), making it accessible for guests flying into Humberto Delgado Airport.
Does the venue accommodate overnight guests?+
The estate itself is a ceremony/reception venue. Check with the venue about on-site accommodation or partnerships with nearby hotels in Caneças and surrounding areas.
What time of year is best for a wedding here?+
Summer can be hot; confirm availability and weather contingencies year-round.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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- Quinta da TarecaColares, LisboaAlso in Portugal
- Quinta das CruzadasSintra, LisboaAlso in Portugal
- Quinta das FaçalvasPalmela, SetúbalAlso in Portugal
- Quinta das FigueirasMoncarapacho, FaroAnother estate
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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.