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Weddings in Portugal

Tie the knot by the dramatic Algarve coastline.

Fun meets elegance when you tie the knot in Portugal

Want to say 'I do' in Portugal? You've chosen well – it has wow-factor food and drink, scenic ceremony spots and a short flight time of about three hours. The year-round sunshine's the cherry on top.

From dramatic clifftops to flour-soft beaches, you can bank on your wedding snaps having the ultimate romantic backdrop here. And if you'd rather save the coastal beauty spots for your evening celebrations, you can split the day in two and say your vows at a grand Gothic church or a flower-speckled garden.

Especially on a such a big day, food and drink has that special way of bringing people together. Your wedding in Portugal will seriously impress in this department – think loaded seafood platters, crisp wines and traditional sweet pastries. Your guests won't go hungry, that's for sure.

Weddings in Portugal are as picturesque, relaxed and classy as they come. But that doesn't mean you have to scrimp on the partying. Lively entertainment and hours of dancing are at the heart of Portuguese receptions, so make sure your shoes are comfy – your celebrations are likely to stretch into the early hours.

What to know about weddings in Portugal

  • When can you have a wedding here?

    You can get married in Portugal all year round, with the most popular wedding season running from April to October.

  • When's the best time to get married here?

    The best time to get married in Portugal is between May and October, when the weather's warm and sunny – ideal for outdoor celebrations.

  • What types of venues are available for weddings?

    We typically offer hotel venues with plenty of space to host your special day.

  • What kind of ceremony can I have?

    With TUI, you can book legal and symbolic weddings in Portugal, as well as renewals of vows. Legal civil ceremonies are recognised in the UK.

  • Can I have a same-sex ceremony?

    Yes – both legal and symbolic same-sex weddings are on the cards in Portugal.

Popular wedding hotels in Portugal

Pestana Alvor Praia Premium Beach & Golf Resort. This place is pinpointed right by the ocean, meaning widescreen clifftop views double up as a backdrop for your wedding photos. There's a spa for pre-wedding pampering, too.See more about Pestana Alvor Praia Premium Beach & Golf Resort.

Pestana Alvor Praia Premium Beach & Golf Resort

This place is pinpointed right by the ocean, meaning widescreen clifftop views double up as a backdrop for your wedding photos. There's a spa for pre-wedding pampering, too.

See more about Pestana Alvor Praia Premium Beach & Golf Resort.

Pestana Viking Beach Golf Resort. This postcard-perfect hotel's set among manicured gardens. When you tie the knot here, you can have a clifftop ceremony overlooking the dramatic Algarve coastline.See more about Pestana Viking Beach Golf Resort.

Pestana Viking Beach Golf Resort

This postcard-perfect hotel's set among manicured gardens. When you tie the knot here, you can have a clifftop ceremony overlooking the dramatic Algarve coastline.

See more about Pestana Viking Beach Golf Resort.

Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort, Algarve. Pre-wedding chill time comes easy here – there’s a private swathe of sand and a few pools. Your wedding will have cocktails, canapés and a dinner, all with views of the Algarve's red cliffs.See more about Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort, Algarve.

Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort, Algarve

Pre-wedding chill time comes easy here – there’s a private swathe of sand and a few pools. Your wedding will have cocktails, canapés and a dinner, all with views of the Algarve's red cliffs.

See more about Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort, Algarve.

PortoBay Blue Ocean. A dedicated wedding coordinator will help you plan your dream day here. You'll have everything from panoramic coastal views to canapés and a fancy three-course dinner.See more about PortoBay Blue Ocean.

PortoBay Blue Ocean

A dedicated wedding coordinator will help you plan your dream day here. You'll have everything from panoramic coastal views to canapés and a fancy three-course dinner.

See more about PortoBay Blue Ocean.

Find our full list of wedding venues

Once you’ve found the perfect venue for your big day, the rest of the plans start to fall into place. We’ve got tonnes of venue choices in destinations all over the world – think sea-view terraces overlooking the Med, Caribbean beaches where the sand’s as white as your wedding dress, and historic churches that will wow your guests.Start your wedding venue search.

Once you’ve found the perfect venue for your big day, the rest of the plans start to fall into place. We’ve got tonnes of venue choices in destinations all over the world – think sea-view terraces overlooking the Med, Caribbean beaches where the sand’s as white as your wedding dress, and historic churches that will wow your guests.

Start your wedding venue search.

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