Who doesn't love a destination wedding? Well if you're considering saying your 'I dos' in sunny Portugal with the rugged Atlantic Ocean as your backdrop then you've come to the right place. Portugal's capital city Lisbon, is a hugely popular spot for nuptials, and with good reason. Sunshine, sea, great food, and some truly first-class venues that are also easy to reach to from Lisbon airport.
To help you research the best wedding venues near Lisbon, and in Lisbon, we've made a list of the most luxurious and breathtaking places for your destination wedding that are located an hour's drive or less from the city to make it really easy for you and your guests to get there.
There's everything from historic wine estates and coastal fortresses to magical gardens in the city centre and even a UNESCO World Heritage Site, so there really is something for every style of wedding celebration.
Top 10 Wedding Venues Near Lisbon
Quinta da Conceição
Where: Located near Azeitão 30 minutes south of Lisbon airport, 15 minutes from Setubal and Sesimbra and close to the Arrabida Nature Park and the Costa Azul.
The Venue: Quinta da Conceição historic country retreat is a genuine hidden gem, and you can have the whole estate exlusively to yourself and your guests. Set in a private rural estate, the fully restored 1715 baroque manor house is a dream wedding, with grand living spaces filled with exquisite period decor, glorious gardens for a dream outdoor ceremony set up and a magnificent swimming pool.
The impressive bright and airy marquee event space spans 400 square metres, and there is a spacious 700 square metre outdoor dining space too, as well as a fully equipped after party room. Check out our gorgeous wedding shoot at the venue here!
Guests: up to 300 | Sleeps: 33 guests | quintadaconceicao.pt
Quinta De Sant’Ana
Where: Nestled in rolling vineyards between the beautiful Atlantic coastline and 30 minutes from the vibrant buzz of Lisbon, the country estate of Quinta de Sant’Ana is a place to experience authentic Portugal.
The Venue: A family-run wine estate, of which dates back to 1633, the team are as dedicated to hosting beautiful weddings as they are to creating their delicious wines. Think stone staircases and the light reflecting off whitewashes walls, a Baroque chapel with a bell tower and wedding portraits amongst the vines or the eucalyptus forests.
In front of the brightly coloured main house, patios and terraces are shaded by mature trees, perfect for your drinks receptions under lush vine clad pergolas, while bright bougainvilleas give it a Mediterranean feel. There are five family style houses and four stable rooms with a fabulous swimming pool at the main Marreco House which can sleep 10. Check out Orlaith and Claire's fabulous al fresco wedding at the venue here.
Guests: up to 150 | Sleeps: 33 guests | quintadasantana.com
Quinta da Bichinha
Where: Located an hour's drive from Lisbon, Quinta da Bichinha is a centuries old wine estate reimagined as a wedding venue. Just 50 minutes from Lisbon Airport.
The Venue: In 2003 the ancient cellars of the Quinta were refurbished into a cozy and unique space, encircled by gardens and extensive vineyards, including a children's playground and a charming lake surrounded by vineyards for a memorable photographic session. We love the characterful blue and red striped Bridal House which offers a little getaway for the couple to share.
As it is interlinked with a second wedding venue on the Quinta de São Gonçalo estate next door, the possibilities for spaces indoors and outdoors are endless. Check out Lan and Donal's wildflower inspired celebration at the venue here.
Guests: up to 500 | Sleeps: 51 (plus 16 more bedrooms on the estate) | quintadabichinha.pt
Sintra Marmóris Palace
Where: Near the historic town of Sintra, just 30 km from Lisbon, it has amazing views of the castles and national parks that Sintra is famous for.
The Venue: An eclectic and charming private house built in the 1890s and lovingly restored. Check out Niamh and Kevin's perect pastel wedding at the venue here!
Guests: 150 | Sleeps: 9 double rooms | marmorishotels.com
Forte Da Cruz
Where: A superb historical villa with a breathtaking views located on Tamariz Beach in Estoril, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Less than 30 minutes from Lisbon Airport.
The Venue: This wonderful fortress venue was built in the 17th century to protect the coastline, but has since been restored and is now used for events. It's unique offering are the panoramic terraces for your ceremony or drinks reception beautiful ceremony area, and you can have your cocktail hour on a terrace that overlooks the sea, and the original military architecture that makes for truly cinematic photos.
It also has a spacious room for dancing where you and your guests can party into the night and a large tent for your wedding dinner too if needed. Check out Jessica and Aaron's chic coastal castle wedding here.
Guests: 250 | Sleeps: N/A | weddingvenuesportugal.com
Quinta Das Pintoras
Where: Located in the Beato/Marvila district in east Lisbon along the banks of the Tagus River, an area which has become a creative, cultural and tech hub, thanks to the gentification and regeneration of the area in the last few years. Often compared to New York’s meatpacking district and the London East End!
The Venue: A veritable magic garden in the centre of Lisbon, Quinta das Pintoras is a private home that has been in the same family for 100 years. The house has three large rooms with many different charming spaces to entertain guests. Outside there's also a greenhouse space with capacity for 80 people too! Check out Ash and Dave's colourful celebration here.
Guests: 135 seated inside or marquee outside | Sleeps: N/A | quintadaspintoras.com
Quinta Do Torneiro
Where: Located in Oeiras, Quinta Do Torneiro is situated in a historical area just 20 minutes from Lisbon Airport and 20 minutes from Lisbon, Cascais, and Sintra.
The Venue: Surrounded by nature, the large estate dates back to the 18th century, and boasts impressive outdoor spaces. From the French Garden with its own maze, to the Courtyard Garden where you can set up dreamy outdoor dining as pictured above.
The classic manor house has several large rooms for everything from dining to dancing with high ceilings and exquisitely covered in antique hand-painted Portuguese tiles. Oh, and it has its very own chapel!
Guests: 250 | Sleeps: 16 | quintadotorneiro-eventos.com
Monserrate Palace
Where: The Monserrate Palace and Park is located 4kms from Sintra's stunning historic centre, approximately 45 minutes from Lisbon and less than 30 minutes from Lisbon Airport.
The Venue: How about saying your I dos in a Unesco World Heritage Site? We thought that might grab your attention. The Monserrate Palace and Park, is one of the most important examples of Romantic architecture in all of Portugal, while the famous Botanical Gardens boasts plant species from all over the world thanks to its special microclimate so it doesn't get more special for wedding venues near Lisbon.
You can wander along the paths through ruins, recesses, lakes and waterfalls, as the plants are organised by geographical origin, and all of which add an exotic touch to the grounds. Decor-wise, Monserrate Palace enjoys Medieval and Eastern influences making it the most incredible spot for a fairytale wedding. As it's a protected building there is a lot of paperwork to get married here, but it would be totally worth it.
Guests: 60 | Sleeps: N/A | parquesdesintra.pt
Palácio da Bacalhôa
Where: A 15th-century estate and palace located in Azeitão, 30kms south of Lisbon, in the PenÃnsula de Setúbal wine region.
The Venue: A beautiful 14th century manor house with several function rooms embellished with rare antique tiles, high ceiling, a labyrinthine garden, vineyards and an amazing lake house. Classified as a National Monument, weddings here feel like a dream especially the view of the fields at sunset.
Guests: 350 | Sleeps: N/A | bacalhoa.pt
Casa dos Penedos
Where: Casa dos Penedos is a five-star 20th-century villa and castle designed by architect Raul Lino, located in the hills of Sintra, about 30 minutes outside of Lisbon.
The Venue: Perched imposingly in the hillsides of Sintra, this picture-perfect pink manor house was built in 1921 and features ornate architecture, four ballrooms, and stunning outdoor spaces and terraces with 180-degree views of the valley below. Anyone overnighting in the property can also make use of the gorgeous private pool.
Guests: 220 | Sleeps: 8 | weddingvenuesportugal.com
We also have a great post on the Best Wedding Venues in The Algarve! For more destination wedding inspiration see our real weddings, and read our guide to getting married in Portugal.
