Plate
€135
Hotel Avg
€180
Best Month
September
Airport Dist.
3km
Estimated Budget
Complete guide for your wedding in Kastellorizo
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Kastellorizo, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Pastel neoclassical harbor, the mythical Blue Grotto, and secluded intimacy at the edge of the Aegean Sea. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 9.9/10 in romanticism, Kastellorizo offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Kastellorizo has excellent leisure infrastructure (6.8/10) which guarantees your guests enjoy to the max before and after the banquet.
The best and worst of marrying in Kastellorizo
Main advantages
- Ultra-exclusive and pristine Greek island with vibrant pastel neoclassical mansions and zero car traffic.
- Crystal-clear turquoise waters and the world-famous Blue Grotto for unforgettable bridal photo sessions.
- Authentic Dodecanese seafood dining paired with volcanic Greek wines and island delicacies.
Points to keep in mind
- Intimate boutique capacity ideal for small to medium celebrations under 70 guests.
- Flight and ferry connections require advance coordination via Rhodes or Athens.
The style in Kastellorizo
Dominant Style
Intimate Aegean Island Romance & Neoclassical Pastel Charm
Local Tradition
Bridal entrance on a flower-decked traditional wooden caique boat accompanied by live island violin and lute melodies across the turquoise harbor
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Kastellorizo
Megisti Hotel Waterfront Terrace
Iconic boutique hotel on the eastern harbor tip offering unobstructed crystal sea views.
Mediterraneo Kastellorizo
Design boutique mansion celebrating traditional island architecture with private sea access.
Saint George Island Beach & Terrace
Private neighboring islet with a historic white chapel and beach venue reached by wooden boat.
Wedding traditions in Greece
What a local guest expects to see on the wedding day.
Stefana
Wedding crowns joined by a ribbon placed on the couple's heads and swapped three times.
Koufeta
Sugared almonds in odd numbers gifted to guests to symbolize the indivisibility of the marriage.
Legal requirements to marry in Greece
Application steps, timing and paperwork for foreigners.
Civil authority
Town Hall (Demarcheio)
Minimum notice
15 days
Witnesses per spouse
1
Key steps
- Publish a marriage notice in a local Greek newspaper at least 15 days prior.
- Submit the license application to the local town hall.
- Civil ceremony before the mayor or Orthodox religious ceremony.
- Register the marriage at the Civil Registry Office (Lixiarchio) within 40 days.
Extra documents for foreigners
If you do not reside in Greece- Apostilled certificate of marital capacity officially translated into Greek.
- Birth certificate translated and apostilled.
- Copy of the local newspaper announcement.
How to get there from Greece
Main airports
Rail
Hellenic Train
Common departure points
Madrid · Barcelona · Athens · London · Rome
Typical vendors in Greece
What Greek couples ask most
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Alojamiento para tu boda en Kastellorizo
Precio medio: ~180€/noche
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Vuelos a Kastellorizo
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Que hacer en Kastellorizo
Actividades para invitados que viajan a la boda: tours guiados, experiencias locales y planes para los dias previos o posteriores.
Cancelacion gratuita en la mayoria de actividades
Preparativos esenciales
Seguro de viaje
Imprescindible para viajar tranquilos
- Cobertura medica
- Cancelacion de vuelos
- Equipaje perdido
- Asistencia 24h
eSIM internacional
Internet sin roaming ni sorpresas
- Datos ilimitados
- Sin cambiar de SIM
- Activa al instante
- Cobertura en +190 paises
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a destination wedding in Kastellorizo cost?
Catering costs €110 to €180 per person with fresh seafood and island wines. An intimate 50-guest wedding typically totals €16,000 to €32,000.
What is the best month for a Kastellorizo wedding?
May through October. September and June offer calm seas, warm temperatures, and quintessential Greek island tranquility.
How do guests reach Kastellorizo?
Via direct 25-minute domestic flights from Rhodes Airport (RHO) or regular scenic ferries from Rhodes and Kaş.
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Wedding Weather in Kastellorizo
Rain forecasting, average temperatures and 5-year history to organize your plan B in Kastellorizo.
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