Quinta de Santana Wedding Cost | 2025 Price Guide for a Lisbon Vineyard Wedding
If you’ve been dreaming of a romantic vineyard wedding near Lisbon and are wondering how much a wedding at Quinta de Santana costs, this guide breaks down everything you need to know. From venue hire and accommodation to catering, guest minimums, and total estimated budgets, here’s a transparent look at one of Portugal’s most loved countryside venues.
As a Lisbon wedding photographer who’s worked closely with couples at Quinta de Santana, I’ve gathered the most recent details to help you understand what your investment includes — and how to plan your celebration with clarity.
Just 45 minutes north of Lisbon, Quinta de Santana is one of Portugal’s most enchanting vineyard wedding venues: a place where old-world charm meets effortless celebration. Tucked among rolling vines and olive trees, this family-run estate blends the authenticity of a working vineyard with a refined, romantic atmosphere that destination couples instantly fall in love with.
The venue feels like a small village: cobbled courtyards, terracotta walls, a private chapel, and a landscape that glows golden at sunset. Every corner offers a cinematic frame for photographs, from first looks among the lemon trees to candlelit dinners in the courtyard.
Quinta de Santana Wedding Cost & Packages
If you’re planning your destination wedding in Portugal, knowing what to expect financially helps you build your dream celebration with clarity.
All pricing and package details shared in this guide are based on available 2025 information from Quinta de Santana and are provided for general reference only. Actual rates may vary depending on your chosen date, season, number of guests, inclusions, and updates from the venue.
For the most accurate and personalized quote, it’s always best to contact Quinta de Santana directly or work with your wedding planner for current availability and pricing.
Accommodation:
The estate can host up to 53 guests across several charming houses.
Accommodation packages start at around €9,300 for 2 nights (low season €8,000) and €12,000 for 3 nights (low season €11,000).
Guest Minimums:
April to October weekends: 120 guests minimum
April to October weekdays: 100 guests minimum
November to March: 90 guests minimum
If your guest count is lower, a venue fee applies (€1,500 for weekends).
Food & Beverage:
Menus range from €280 to €360 per person, including: a cocktail hour, wine tasting, a waiter-served meal, dessert and cheese buffet, open bar, wedding cake, midnight snacks, tables, chairs, linens, tableware, and up to 20 hours of service.
Venue Rental & Service Time:
Ten hours of service are included. Each additional hour is €550.
Music must end by 2:30 a.m. on weekends and 1:30 a.m. on weekdays, with outdoor sound restrictions after 11 p.m.
Venue Exclusivity:
For couples who want full privacy, exclusivity can be added for €4,500 the day before or after the wedding.
Welcome Events:
A popular choice for destination couples — the estate offers a welcome dinner for €69 per person, with options like Mediterranean street food, roasted meats, or wood-fired sourdough pizza served with sangria, beer, and local wines.
Total Estimated Cost:
For a celebration of around 100 guests, the total investment typically ranges between €37k and €47k including food and beverage, two nights of accommodation for 53 guests, wedding planning and coordination, tables and chairs, and VAT.
(Floral design, music, transportation, and external vendors are not included.)
Venue Spaces and Atmosphere
Quinta de Santana offers several unique spaces, each with its own charm:
The Vineyards – ideal for golden-hour portraits and open-air ceremonies.
The Courtyard – perfect for outdoor dinners framed by string lights.
The Main Hall – for elegant receptions or winter weddings.
The Chapel – an intimate and spiritual setting for small ceremonies.
The Wine Cellar & Olive Oil Bar – great for welcome drinks or after-parties.
The Patios, Annex, and Wine Shop – additional areas for lounging, dancing, or portraits.
Every space offers something different: natural light, texture, and warmth — a dream for storytelling photography.
If you’d like to see how real weddings come to life here, visit my Quinta de Santana wedding portfolio for inspiration and authentic imagery from the estate.
A Photographer’s Perspective
As a Lisbon wedding photographer, I’ve learned that Quinta de Santana rewards couples who value atmosphere over perfection. It’s a place for connection, laughter, and unexpected moments of joy. Hands touching across vineyard tables, tears under olive trees, laughter echoing through the courtyard — these are the details that make your day timeless.
Planning Tips for Destination Weddings at Quinta de Santana
Best season: April to October for outdoor celebrations, November to March for cozy indoor events.
Closest airports: Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) — about 45 minutes by car.
Nearby stays: Ericeira and Mafra offer charming guesthouses and beaches for guests extending their trip.
My role: I help couples plan photography timelines that align with the venue’s light and rhythm, ensuring portraits feel effortless and true to your story.
Your Quinta de Santana Wedding
Quinta de Santana is more than a venue — it’s a setting where time slows down, where guests feel like family, and where every corner holds a memory waiting to unfold.
If you’re dreaming of a wedding that feels both soulful and sophisticated, surrounded by vineyards and Portuguese charm, I’d love to help you document it in a way that feels effortlessly unique.
If you’re dreaming of a wedding that feels both soulful and sophisticated, surrounded by vineyards and Portuguese charm, I’d love to help you document it in a way that feels effortlessly unique.
