We warmly invite you to join us in celebrating our wedding at Cappezana in Tuscany
Our celebration will begin with a ceremony in the rose garden, followed by dinner in the courtyard and dancing in the Lemon House. The dress code for Saturday's wedding is Italian evening chic. There is no dress code for Sunday.
Saturday, July 25, 2026
- Guest Arrival: 5:00pm
- Ceremony: 5:30pm
- Reception: 6:00pm
- Dinner: 7:45pm
- Evening Party: 10:00pm
- Carriages: 2am
Sunday, July 26, 2026
- Pizza Party: 3pm - 8(ish)pm
The Venue
Villa di Capezzana
Via Capezzana, 100 59015, Carmignano Prato, Italy
Capezzana is a vineyard and estate that continues to play a significant role in Tuscany’s famous wine and olive oil production. The history of the estate stretches back to 804 AD, and at the heart of the estate is the 16th-century Medicean Villa. Our wedding will take place in the grounds of the Medici Villa, where we will drink the famous wines and taste the olive oil that the estate produces.
The Area
Capezzana is located in the unspoiled region of Carmignano, in the province of Prato, just 45 minutes west of Florence. Capezzana is perfectly placed in the secluded historic heart of the Tuscan countryside, offering amazing views of the landscape and Florence, away from the main tourist routes. Capezzana itself is not accessible by foot (and we do recommend renting a car), but is close to a number of charming small towns such as Carmignano, Artimino and Poggio a Caiano – all once favoured by the Medici family and Leonardo da Vinci. The larger cities of Prato (20 minutes drive), Pistoia (30 mins drive) and of course Florence (45 mins drive) are also nearby, which have a wider choice of hotels and facilities.
- Carmignano – 10 mins drive
A lovely, quiet and traditional town closest to Capezzana. The town itself is a little sleepy but has two great restaurants, a bar and a beautiful church. - Artimino - 15 mins drive
The most beautiful hilltop village, with some of the best restaurants in the area and also home to a spectacular Medici Villa. Artimino also has a luxury hotel as a great option for a place to stay. It is more commercial than other nearby towns, but it still shouldn’t be missed. - Poggio a Caiano – 10 mins drive
A slightly larger local town, compared to Carmignano and home to the UNESCO protected Medici Villa and gardens that it is well worth a visit. You can also find several great cafes, restaurants and pizzerias - Prato – 15 mins drive
The closest city to Capezzana, Prato is the heart of the region and boasts a beautiful historic centre, including Prato’s impressive cathedral. The outskirts of the city house the warehouses known for the city’s textile industry, so we do recommend staying towards the centre for the best experience. - Pistoia – 20-minute drive
A lovely nearby city with lots of art and restaurants to see, without the flocks of tourists you get in Florence. - Florence – 45 mins drive
One of the world's most famous and beautiful cities, and home to Italy's Renaissance wonders. Although very touristy, the art and the restaurants are not to be missed – see Molly’s recommendations below. - Lucca - 1 hour drive
Beautiful city that we couldn't recommend highly enough.
Getting There
We have arranged transport for all guests to and from the wedding on Saturday, 25th July. All transport has been booked for guests to arrive at 5:00 pm to the wedding venue, with return transfers departing at 2:00 am. We'll be in touch a little closer to the date with your specific pick-up time. For anyone who would prefer to head back earlier, we will also have a small number of taxis available from midnight onwards. If you would prefer to drive yourself, please let us know in advance; there is plenty of parking available on site. Please note that travel for the Sunday party is not included, so guests will need to arrange their own transport.
By Air
- Florence Airport* (Amerigo Vespucci Airport) - 30 minute drive and offers BA flights from London City Airport
- Pisa Airport (Galileo Galilei Airport) - 1 hour drive, and offers many EasyJet flights
*PN: Whilst Florence Airport is closer in proximity, Pisa often offers cheaper flights
Nearest Train Stations
- Prato Station - 10-minute drive to Capezzana, 16-minute train journey from Florence
- Florence Station (Firenze Santa Maria Novella ) - 44 mins by car
Accommodation
Our families will be staying at Capezzana, but there are a wide selection of nearby agriturismos, hotels and rental villas. We are currently reaching out to to try and secure some availability and will update the website accordingly. For rental villas we recommend checking Airbnb, Vrbo and Plum Guide.
Tenuta La Borriana - 15 mins drive
Luxury agriturismo and vineyard in Carmignano with 10 rooms and 6 self-catering apartments available. It has a huge panoramic pool and a lovely restaurant which serves all of its own wines.
Hotel Tenuta Di Artimino – 10 mins drive
Hotel Artimino (part of the Melia Group) is a beautiful luxury hotel and vineyard set within the historic grounds of a Medici villa. It’s the largest hotel in the area, offering a range of stunning rooms in the main building as well as self-catered apartments. The hotel features a large pool, several restaurants, and a spa — and it’s also within walking distance of a handful of great independent restaurants.
We’re pleased to share that we’ve secured discounted rates at Hotel Artimino for our wedding guests. You can find a dedicated booking page here where you can book rooms and apartments for the wedding weekend.
If you'd like to extend your stay beyond two nights, please email wedding.mc.artimino@melia.com, mention that you're part of Molly & Ed’s wedding, and the hotel team will help book your full stay at the discounted rate.
Agriturismo Sottotono - 15 mins drive
Beautiful agriturismo located in the Tuscan hills with a larger-than-life Italian owner. It has 8 lovely ensuite rooms, a pool and a restaurant. Please note the owner does love a party so the pool can get a little busy.
Restaurants
The traditional local cuisine usually consists of tagliere (a meat and cheese platter), followed by pasta, followed by a main and of course, the most incredible wines you could ever dream of. It can be a little difficult in the villages for veggies, but we found a good balance of restaurants that should work for all!
Artimino
- Circolo Ricreativo MCL - famous fun and informal restaurant that serves charcuterie boards and pizzas in the evening with the best views of the region. Perfect for a big group meal, great atmosphere and the best sunsets. P.N pizzas only available in the evenings
- Da Delfina - a high-end trattoria that Italians travel far and wide for. Make sure you book ahead!
- Bottega Peruzzi - classic unfussy Italian - expect truffle pasta and a great atmosphere
- Gelateria La Torre - tiny but mighty gelateria with opening times of 3pm - midnight
- Hotel Artimino restaurants (La Cantina Del Redi, Biagio Pignatta) - part of the hotel group, so a little more expensive but still lovely
Carmignano
- Su Pe I Canto - our favourite restaurant in the area that serves incredible wine and a beautiful variety of dishes that is sometimes find to hard in the region. Small and sophisticated, make sure to book ahead!
- Trattoria Ristorante Il Barco Reale - simple and traditional and super cheap. We had a three-course meal with wine for under 50 euros
- Spizzettando - best pizzeria for take-out
- Tenuta La Borriana - Traditional, but sophisticated restaurant within the vineyard and agriturismo. All wines served are from the vineyard and are excellent!
Poggio a Caiano
- Pasticceria Roberta - an excellent local cafe and pasticceria. Grab a quick standing sandwich or coffee at the counter or have a lovely sit-down lunch at the back
- Lots more great restaurants to see in the town, but we have not tried them ourselves.
Florence
- Il Santo Bevitore - best restaurant in Florence, and a 10/10 wine bar next to it. All the locals line the streets with a glass of wine till late
- Osteria Santo Spirito - best pasta in Florence, and located in the lovely Santo Spirito Piazza, away from the crowds
- All'antico vinaio - best panini, go after 2.30 if you want to skip the queue, as it gets crazy busy
- O’munaciello - best pizza in Florence
The Sites
The region of Carmignano has huge historical importance as the favoured countryside escape for the Medici family in the 16th and 17th centuries. A great way to explore the area is by following the Medici trail and visiting all the Medici Villas
Carmignano
- Poggio a Caiano Medici Villa - our favourite Medici villa with beautiful gardens to explore with free entry. Check museum opening times before you go and don’t forget to explore the gardens before it gets too hot.
- Artimino Medici Villa - less impressive than Poggio a Caiano, but still worth a visit. You can ask the hotel reception to organise a guide for free
- Quarrata Villa La Magia Medici Villa
- Medici Villa of Cerreto Guidi
- Via Medicea - Path of the Medici - https://www.viamedicea.it/en/path/ - a walking route to explore the area, but with a great list of notable sites to see along the route
- The Visitation by Pontormo - the region’s most famous painting, located in the Church of San Michele Arcangelo in Carmignano
Prato
- Prato Cathedral and the pulpit of Donatello
- Palazzo Degli Alberi - Includes works from Caravaggio, Filippo Lippi and Bellini
Florence
- Brancacci Chapel - See the birth of perspective and the start of the Renaissance movement with Masaccio's and Masolino's frescoes
- Palazzo Pitti and the Boboli Gardens - Continue the Medici trail with the impressive palazzo galleries and the vast gardens - the only Medici Villa with original gardens remaining
- Uffizi Gallery - for Renaissance masterpieces including Botticelli’s Primavera and Gentelschi’s Judith Slaying Holofernes
FAQs
Q:What is the dress code?
The official dress code for Saturday’s wedding is Italian evening chic, or, in simpler terms, formal. As it’s an evening wedding in Italy, please feel free to go all out and embrace the occasion. Slightly untraditionally, darker evening colors and shorter dresses are all welcome. Sharp suits and/or shirts are all perfect; tuxedos are not necessary. Another small thing to note is that we’re planning to serve dinner outside in the pebbled courtyard (if all goes to plan), so stiletto heels could be a little tricky. Given all the above, the most important thing for us is that you feel comfortable and enjoy the evening. For Sunday's pizza party, the dress code drops right down to casual.
Q:What about presents?
We know that a wedding abroad is a big expense for our friends and families, and we are so honoured and truly grateful that you have chosen to join our celebration in Italy. We therefore ask for no presents, and your presence truly is enough!
Q:How do I get there?
We will organise travel to and from the wedding on Saturday. Travel will be booked for a guest arrival of 5:00pm at Capezzana (the wedding venue) and departure of 2:00am. We will have a number of taxi's available at the venue from midnight if you would like to leave earlier. Please note that travel may be mini coaches if there are a number of guests coming from the same area. Please note that guests will need to organise their own travel to the venue on Sunday.
Q:Can I bring a guest?
Whilst we would love to have everyone we know at the wedding, we're keeping our wedding to invite only to ensure we can put on the best party for our guests.
Q:What if I can only go for one of the days?
Not a problem! Saturday is the official wedding day, and we would love as many people there for that. Sunday is less formal, so please don't worry if you can't make it.
Q:Do I need to bring money for the bar?
No, all food and drinks will be provided for both Saturday and Sunday
Q:What if I have dietary requirements?
All dietaries will be catered for! Please just ensure you have included them in your RSVP or email us separately.
RSVP
Contact
molly4ed@gmail.com