Flight
There are many options to get from wherever you are in the USA to Tuscany, Italy. The largest major city in Tuscany is Florence. You can either set your flight destination to Florence (FLR) or Rome (FCO). There are pros and cons to each: Florence (FLR): Florence is just 30-40 minutes from the venue, Castello Vicchiomaggio. There are no direct flights from the USA to FLR airport, so a layover in Europe will be required Flying to FLR is generally more expensive than flying to Rome (FCO) Rome (FCO): Rome is ~3 hours from the venue, Castello Vicchiomaggio. You can travel by rental car or train/bus. Both methods take ~3 hours. The train & bus systems in Italy are very efficient and affordable! There are many direct flights options from USA to Rome (such as JFK, EWR, DCA, BOS, etc..) Flights into Rome are generally cheaper than flights to Florence.
Train
Getting from Rome’s FCO Airport to Florence is quick and easy—the train ride takes under 3 hours, and the station is directly connected to the airport. After collecting your bags, just follow the well-marked signs to the train terminal. Tickets cost around $20 one-way per person and can be purchased right at the station or conveniently through the Trainline app—even minutes before departure.
Travel Note
A bus route runs directly between Florence and the base of Castello Vicchiomaggio. The bus ride is ~45 minutes. We will coordinate transportation to get everyone to their accommodations on site or in the surrounding town during the wedding events. Uber and other ride-share apps are available in Italy as well. We are also working on getting local taxi/cab companies for exclusive use for our guests.
House Or Rental
Castello Vicchiomaggio is located near the town of Greve in Chianti, in the heart of Chianti Classico, just 12 miles from Florence. We encourage you to utilize platforms like Booking.com, VRBO, Airbnb to find a place to stay. There are many hotel, apartment, and condo options to choose from. We will create a list of recommended options as time gets closer to the event! Greti - 5 minute drive south of Castello Vicchiomaggio. A small quiet village in the countryside. Greve - 8 minute drive south of Castello Vicchiomaggio. A well-connected and walkable town, offering a variety of accommodations, easy access by car or bus from Florence, and nearby vineyard experiences. Florence - 45 minutes by car or bus North of Castello Vicchiomaggio. Unlimited options for accommodation.
Rental Car
There are a couple options to be able to get around once you've arrived at Castello Vicchiomaggio! Rental Car - Getting your own rental car is the easiest way to get around, especially in the Tuscany region. You can rent a car out of Rome or Florence for about 40-50 Euro per day. Public transit - There are buses that run through the "Le Bolle 1_V" stop at the base of the castle every 15min-1hr depending on the time of day. The bus can bring you to Florence in ~40min or Greve in ~7min.