While you’re here…
Why not make it a holiday?
One of the benefits of our big day taking place on a Friday is the weekend that follows - offering the perfect excuse for your very own ‘Italian Adventure’.
If exploring Italy sounds like something you’d be keen to do, we’ve put together a mini summary for a few of Italy’s main cities - including travel suggestions for each.
So why not take a look through this page, and let the holiday planning commence!
Cividale Del Fruili & Villa Gallici Deciani
📌 Cividale Del Friuli
Not only the town where Marghi grew up, Cividale is also where we recommend our guests stay - with more information on: “Where to Stay”
Where to Drink…
🍹 Enoteca l’Elefante
☕ Pasticceria Zuckerfee
🍺 Bar da Laura
Where to Eat…
🍦 Pasticceria Gelateria Ducale
🍕 Trattoria Ippolito
🍝 Frasca da Gianni
⛪ Villa Gallici Deciani
Built in the late 17th century, Villa Gallici Deciani will host it’s most important event to date…our wedding!
Getting here…
🚌 Coach from Cividale
🚗 Car Park available
🚕 Taxis available*
Leaving here…
🚌 Coach to Cividale
🚗 Car Park available
🚕 Taxis available*
*Taxis are only available from Udine, Cividale doesn’t have a Taxi service.
⛰️ In the Area
Cividale and the venue are surrounded by stunning mountains, historic landmarks and other large towns.
Where to Visit…
🏢 Udine
⛰️ Monte Matajur
🕸️ Palmanova
Where to Eat/Drink…
🍝 Osteria Mezzomonte
🥩L’Aquila Nera
🍗 Il Conte Tacchia
Trieste
📌Getting here
Trieste is a close, seaside town just south of Trieste Airport - the closest airport to the venue.
The Journey from Cividale…
🚆 Train
Direct train from Udine.
1 hour 2 mins Fastest
🚗 Car
76.4 km / 47.5 miles
1 hour 8 mins Fastest
1️⃣ Where to visit…
Piazza Unità d'Italia 🏞️
Europe’s largest sea-facing square sits directly in the centre of the city - kind of the perfect place for an Aperitivo.
2️⃣ Where to visit…
Castello di Miramare 🏰
A 19th-century castle sitting right on the Adriatic coast. The views and walks here are truly one of a kind.
Venezia
📌Getting here
Venice is one of the most romantic tourist destinations on the planet and happens to have the next closest airport to the venue.
The Journey from Cividale…
🚆 Train
Direct train from Udine.
1 hour 34 mins Fastest
🚗 Car
132 km / 82 miles
1 hour 30 mins Fastest
Special Recommendation…
🏨 Crowne Plaza Venice East - Quarto d’Altino
Direct Train into central Venice
Direct Shuttle to Venice Marco Polo Airport
More Information & Bookings
1️⃣ Where to visit…
Canal Grande 🛶
It’s quite literally impossible to miss the canals when you visit Venice, so why not take advantage and take a ride on a Gondola!?
2️⃣ Where to visit…
Basilica di San Marco ⛪
One of the most stunning Basilica you’ll ever see with some of the most intricate architecture…oh, and lots of pigeons gathered outside!
Bologna
📌Getting here
Bologna is one of those cities that’s found the perfect balance between celebrating history and a hub for students - plus, GREAT food!
The Journey from Cividale…
🚆 Train
Direct train from Udine.
3 hour 16 mins Fastest
🚗 Car
273 km / 170 miles
2 hour 59 mins Fastest
1️⃣ Where to visit…
Piazza Maggiore 🍾
If it’s the atmospheric, energetic and modern student life that you’re searching for, this square is the place to be.
2️⃣ Where to visit…
Le Due Torri 🧭
On the other hand, if it’s the history side of the city that appeals most, then these towers are the medieval symbol of the city.
Firenze
📌Getting here
Firenze is another ‘Bucket List’ city for so many people and has starred in more Hollywood films than Tom Cruise!
The Journey from Cividale…
🚆 Train
Direct train from Udine.
3 hour 52 mins Fastest
🚗 Car
377 km / 234 miles
4 hour 4 mins Fastest
1️⃣ Where to visit…
Ponte Vecchio 🏛️
If not the most famous bridge in the world, it’s definitely the most famous bridge in Europe and well worth a visit!
2️⃣ Where to visit…
Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore ⛪
Just in case we hadn’t already recommended enough beautiful, historic cathedrals, here’s another.
Roma
📌Getting here
The Capital doesn’t need any introductions! If you have the time, money and love of Carbonara, it’s 100% worth a visit!
The Journey from Cividale…
🚆 Train
Direct train from Udine.
5 hour 42 mins Fastest
✈️ Plane
Direct flight from Trieste Airport
1 hour 10 mins Fastest
£68 approx.
🚗 Car
645 km / 400 miles
6 hour 40 mins Fastest
1️⃣ Where to visit…
Il Colosseo 🎽
Not only is it one of the 7 wonders of the world, it also marks the finish line for the 2027 Rome Marathon that Steve’s doing!
2️⃣ Where to visit…
Trastevere 🍷
If you’re looking for one of the more lively quarters in Rome, this is the place to be - just mind the cobblestones!
Napoli
📌Getting here
While the journey here may be longer than the other cities we’ve suggested, if you’re a fan of football and pizza, a trip to Napoli has to be on the checklist!
The Journey from Cividale…
🚆 Train
Direct train from Udine.
7 hour 20 mins Fastest
✈️ Plane
Direct flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport
1 hour 20 mins Fastest
£30 approx.
🚗 Car
843 km / 524 miles
8 hour 15 mins Fastest
1️⃣ Where to visit…
Murale di Maradona ⚽
If you needed proof of how important football is to the Italians, how about an entire mural dedicated to Diego Maradona?
2️⃣ Where to visit…
Pompei 🌋
Not only is the story of Pompei known around the world, it’s also just outside of Napoli - so perfectly placed for a visit..
📌Slovenia
Arguably one of the hidden gems of Europe, Slovenia is a stones throw from Cividale - with the Soča river being a family favourite!
The Journey from Cividale…
🚆 Train
With 2 changes from Udine.
4 hours 24 mins (to Ljubljana)
✈️ Plane
Really not necessary
Cividale is right on the border
🚗 Car
9.3 km / 5.8 miles
14 mins (to the border)
Slovenia, Austria, Svizzera e Francia
📌Austria
Who says that skiing can’t happen all year round? Well, July might be difficult, but the mountains are always stunning!
The Journey from Cividale…
🚆 Train
With 1 change from Udine.
7 hours 47mins (to Vienna)
✈️ Plane
Direct flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport
1 hour 5 mins (to Vienna)
£48 approx.
🚗 Car
91.4 km / 56.8 miles
1 hour 22 mins (to the border)
📌Svizzera
If the craving for Swiss chocolate, cheese or even watches is just too strong, Switzerland is always an option!
The Journey from Cividale…
🚆 Train
With 1 change from Udine.
8 hour 12 mins (to Zurich)
✈️ Plane
Direct flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport
1 hour 10 mins (to Zurich)
£136 approx.
🚗 Car
427 km / 265 miles
5 hour 29 mins (to the border)
📌Francia
Given the distance from Cividale to France, if you do want to head here, it might be worth a visit to Milano and Torino on the way!
The Journey from Cividale…
🚆 Train
With 3 changes from Udine.
11 hour 5 mins (to Paris)
✈️ Plane
Direct flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport
1 hour 45 mins (to Paris)
£40 approx.
🚗 Car
649 km / 400 miles
7 hour 30 mins (to the border)