VillaPizzo
Villa Pizzo commands panoramic views of Lake Como from its elevated position on the Cernobbio shoreline, with the Alps rising beyond the water's edge.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- MXP · 90 minutes by car
- Open season
- April – November
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.7 /5 · 272
Villa Pizzo is a estate destination wedding venue in Cernobbio, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 90 minutes by car. Best months: April, July, August, November.
Villa Pizzo in Cernobbio, open April–November.
Villa Pizzo commands panoramic views of Lake Como from its elevated position on the Cernobbio shoreline, with the Alps rising beyond the water's edge.
The 19th-century estate features manicured gardens cascading toward the lake, period architecture, and terraced spaces that capture both sunrise and sunset light across the water.
Guests experience the full drama of the lake landscape—steep mountains, villa-dotted shores, and open water—without obstruction.
I had the opportunity to photograph the most incredible couple at a garden wedding editorial at Villa Pizzo. Of course the grounds were stunning and the staff was wonderful, but the thing that stood out most was the secluded feeling of peace and luxury that comes upon you once you pull in the gate. I expected to be blown away when working at Villa Pizzo. I did NOT expect to fall in love with it. But I certainly did. I rarely repeat venues as a destination wedding photographer, I love to go new places all the time. But Villa Pizzo is a place I will return for future weddings in a heartbeat, because it's truly the most magical venue I've ever been to, in almost a decade of being a luxury wedding photographer who travels worldwide. Here are just a few images I'd love to share to show you how the venue FEELS. Do not hesitate. Come here for your wedding, wherever you are in the world. I promise it's exquisite and the perfect setting for the truest and most genuine love stories.
4 notes, from the desk.
Lakefront location in Cernobbio, one of Lake Como's most prestigious villages, 4km north of Como town center
Elevation and terrace design provide unobstructed views across the full width of Lake Como
19th-century classical villa with period interiors and manicured gardens spanning multiple levels
Capacity for ceremonies and receptions with separate garden and indoor event spaces
Best held in April, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Villa Pizzo.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
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.
- 19:00Welcome reception in villa gardens with lake views
- 11:00Ceremony on main terrace overlooking Lake Como
- 13:30Cocktail hour on garden terraces
Things worth knowing.
MXP · 90 minutes by car
Guests fly into Milan Malpensa Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€12,000–28,000
Fees vary by season, duration, and guest count. Catering, florals, rentals, and photography charged separately. Off-season (November–March) rates may reduce ceremony and per-head fees by 15–20%.
€2,500–5,000
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€95–160 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€120–280 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
April – November
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
What is the ceremony capacity?+
Villa Pizzo accommodates 20–150 guests depending on space configuration. Ceremonies typically use garden terraces or covered pavilion areas with lake views.
Are there on-site accommodation options?+
The villa itself is a private event venue. Guest accommodations are arranged at partner hotels and villas in Cernobbio, typically 5–15 minutes away by car or boat shuttle.
Can ceremonies be held outdoors?+
Yes. Multiple terrace and garden settings support outdoor ceremonies year-round, weather permitting. Indoor backup spaces are available.
What is the best season to visit?+
Late April through October offers stable weather and maximum daylight. May–June and September provide moderate temperatures and fewer crowds.
Is there parking?+
Villa Pizzo provides on-site parking for 40+ vehicles. Guest shuttle service from Como town center or regional parking can be arranged.
In the same country.
Hold dates at Villa Pizzo.
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.