Italian Riviera Wedding Photographer

Wedding Photography on the Italian Riviera

The Italian Riviera is one of the most beautiful areas in Italy to celebrate a destination wedding.

From elegant seaside villas to historic towns and Mediterranean landscapes, this part of Liguria offers a unique atmosphere for couples coming from all over the world.

I am a wedding photographer based in Sanremo, and I photograph weddings across the Italian Riviera with a natural and elegant approach focused on real moments and genuine emotions.

My goal is to tell the story of the day in an authentic way, allowing couples to enjoy every moment without forced poses.

Simone Bonfiglio Italian Riviera Wedding Photographer

I am a wedding photographer based in Sanremo on the Italian Riviera.  

I photograph weddings across Liguria and the Italian Riviera, capturing real moments in a natural and elegant way.  

My approach is relaxed and unobtrusive, allowing couples to fully enjoy their day while I document every meaningful moment.  

Some of my work has been published on Vogue.

Wedding Venues on the Italian Riviera

The Italian Riviera is known for its variety of wedding venues, from historic villas overlooking the sea to more intimate and rustic locations immersed in nature.

Some of the most beautiful venues in this area include:

• Villa Nobel – Sanremo, an elegant historic villa often chosen for refined weddings by the sea
• Villa Casa Rossa – Bordighera, a unique private villa frequently selected by international couples
• Villa Ormond – Sanremo, a stunning botanical garden that can host ceremonies and receptions surrounded by greenery
• La Locanda del Cavaliere, a charming and more rustic venue, perfect for relaxed and intimate weddings
• Fortezza di Finale Ligure, a spectacular historic fortress overlooking the Ligurian coast
• Villa Faraggiana – Albissola, an elegant historic residence near the sea
• La Spagnuola – Marchesi Gavotti, a refined countryside venue surrounded by vineyards and nature

These venues offer a perfect combination of sea views, historic architecture and Mediterranean atmosphere, making the Italian Riviera an ideal destination for weddings.

The Best Locations for Wedding Photos

One of the most special aspects of getting married on the Italian Riviera is the variety of landscapes available for couple portraits.

In the province of Imperia, some of the most iconic locations include:

• the beaches of the Riviera, with soft light and open sea views
• the olive groves, typical of the Ligurian countryside
• Sant’Ampelio in Bordighera, a scenic rocky peninsula with a small seaside church
• the historic village of Cervo, overlooking the sea
• the gardens of Villa Ormond in Sanremo
• Dolceacqua, with its medieval bridge and castle
• Il Parasio in Imperia, a charming historic district with narrow streets and sea views

In the province of Savona, beautiful options include:

• the beaches and coastline
• small historic villages overlooking the sea
• or directly the wedding venues themselves, which often offer stunning backdrops for portraits

These locations allow for a wide variety of images, from elegant and romantic to more natural and spontaneous.

A Natural and Elegant Approach

My photography style combines documentary storytelling with elegant and timeless portraits.

Throughout the wedding day I focus on:

• genuine emotions
• natural interactions
• the atmosphere of the location
• the beauty of light and landscape

This approach allows couples to fully enjoy their wedding while I quietly document every meaningful moment.

Destination Weddings on the Italian Riviera

The Italian Riviera is becoming increasingly popular for destination weddings in Italy.

Couples travel here from the UK, the US and across Europe to celebrate their wedding surrounded by the Mediterranean landscape, historic architecture and relaxed atmosphere of Liguria.

If you are planning a destination wedding in Sanremo, Bordighera, Imperia, Savona or anywhere on the Italian Riviera, I would be happy to hear more about your plans.

Sanremo Wedding Photographer

You can also find more information about my work here:

👉 https://www.simonebonfiglio.it/fotografo-matrimonio-sanremo/