The Trusted Professionals Behind Antigua’s Best Destination Weddings
After nearly a decade photographing destination weddings in Antigua Guatemala, I can tell you this: unforgettable weddings here don’t happen by accident. They’re the result of the right venues, the right planners, and the right creative team working together seamlessly.
This is my shortlist — the best wedding venues, planners, decorators, florists, and creators in Antigua Guatemala. The team, the locations, and the artistry that define luxury weddings in this UNESCO World Heritage city.
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Cero Santo Domigno | Helen Ruse Events
Welcome & Getting Ready: Pre-Ceremony Spaces
Casa Troccoli – Casa Troccoli is one of the oldest homes in Antigua Guatemala built nearly 450 years ago, and its original structure still stands, now a boutique retreat with modern design and rooftop volcano views. Its spacious, light-filled suites give bridal parties and beauty teams the perfect bridal suite setting for makeup, hair, and champagne before the ceremony. I love photographing here because the natural light makes even the quietest getting-ready moments cinematic. The owners Anita and Maya treat every event like their own and are hand-on coordinators making sure your welcome dinner or reception is exactly what you envisioned.
Kuxtal Residence – A private home with contemporary architecture, many rooms for wedding parties, and rooftop volcano views. It’s intimate and versatile, giving couples space for both family and beauty teams while keeping the morning atmosphere calm and unhurried. The mix of privacy and light makes Kuxtal one of the best pre-wedding prep spots for destination weddings in Antigua Guatemala.
Pensativo House Hotel – Historic charm meets timeless luxury. With colonial courtyards and elegant interiors, it’s ideal for bridal portraits framed by Antigua’s architecture. The hotel balances intimacy with sophistication, making it a top choice for couples seeking a luxury wedding hotel in Antigua Guatemala.
Clio’s – The patio at Clio’s Antigua is a hidden gem. With modern French fusion cuisine and a backdrop of the Agua volcano, the space adjacent to Hotel Mil Flores is one of the best options for a rehearsal dinner in Antigua Guatemala. Intimate, elegant, and adaptable to your vision.
Casa Troccoli | Estuardo Reyna Wedding & Event Production
Ceremony & Reception Venues
Villa Bokeh – Antigua’s most exclusive luxury wedding venue. Lush gardens, reflective pools, and private villas make this estate feel like an intimate world of its own. The way the light shifts throughout the day is unmatched, from golden portraits in the gardens to candlelit receptions under the stars.
San José El Viejo – Famous for its dramatic stone façade and golden-hour glow, this venue offers one of the most powerful ceremony backdrops in Antigua Guatemala. The wide courtyard is ideal for both ceremonies and receptions, transforming into a glowing, candlelit space at night.
Santa Clara – Towering archways and open courtyards create a cinematic backdrop that feels both grand and intimate. Santa Clara is the kind of ruin that transforms depending on how it’s styled — I’ve photographed everything from traditional ceremonies to modern floral installations here, and it always stuns.
Capuchinas Convent – With its iconic circular tower and rustic textures, Capuchinas is perfect for couples seeking something unconventional yet timeless. The architecture lends itself to intimate ceremonies and elopements, and the symmetry makes it one of my favorite venues to frame editorial portraits.
Santo Domingo – A blend of historic ruins and restored spaces, Santo Domingo is Antigua’s most versatile venue. It can host up to 2,000 guests while still preserving the intimacy of a historic setting. It’s where luxury and scale meet — one of the most sought-after destinations for large weddings in Central America.
Looking for someone to capture your destination wedding with honesty and artistry? Reach out to Joseph to learn more about working together in Antigua, Lake Atitlan or beyond Guatemala.
Villah Bokeh | Eventus Weddings
Catholic Ceremonies in Antigua Guatemala
For couples planning a Catholic destination wedding in Antigua, the city offers some of the most iconic churches in Central America, including San Juan del Obispo, Escuela de Cristo and San Francisco el Grande. These historic sites blend spiritual tradition with baroque architecture, creating a sacred and visually stunning setting for your ceremony.
A Catholic wedding in Antigua does require advance planning. Most couples complete Pre-Cana classes in their home parish, followed by official paperwork, archdiocese approval, and coordination with the chosen church in Antigua. A local planner can help manage the process and ensure all documentation is received on time, typically at least two months before the ceremony.
Jardines Reales | Muckay Ixcamparij Wedding & Event Producer
Wedding & Event Planners
Helen Ruse – Helen is widely regarded as the best destination wedding planner in Antigua Guatemala. Her expertise was proclaimed “the most important wedding planner in Guatemala” by ¡HOLA! Magazine. Working with her truly means couples can actually enjoy their wedding day knowing every detail is handled. Known for her precision and vision, she orchestrates multi-day celebrations that feel seamless, personal, and unforgettable.
Muckay Ixcamparij – The leading event production and décor team in Antigua Guatemala. Known for transforming historic ruins into cinematic wedding settings, Gladys and Olga are praised for their flawless execution, creative vision, and ability to turn complex destination weddings into seamless celebrations. Their reputation as Antigua Guatemala’s leading wedding production team is unmatched.
La Folie – Astrid and Ingrid Labbe are the sisters known for bringing a modern, artful approach to wedding design in Antigua Guatemala. Their work always feels intentional and editorial, and I’ve seen firsthand how they transform even simple spaces into something cinematic.
Saguzo Eventos – Pamela and Gladys lead the trusted Guatemala City–based firm with warmth, detail, and an intuitive sense of what couples are looking to create. Their weddings feel refined and personal and have been featured in publications like Brides, People, and Style Me Pretty. I’ve worked alongside them on many destination weddings and have seen first-hand their attention to detail and hands-on service.
Eventus – Lucky and Lucinda of Eventus specialize in full-service destination wedding production with a reputation for reliability and creativity. With over 15 years of experience, they bring editorial polish and structured execution to Antigua’s wedding scene, offering planning, styling, and coordination that reflect each couple’s style and story.
Estuardo Reyna – A long-standing name in Antigua’s wedding scene, Estuardo is known for his high-end work and logistical expertise, creating luxury and destination weddings with ease. He always brings a thoughtful, understated elegance to every event he produces.
Gaby Aguilar – A respected planner with deep local ties, known for helping couples navigate both the Antigua and Lake Atitlán wedding landscapes with thoughtful curation and a romantic flair.
Antigua Guatemala Parade | La Folie Events
Wedding Florals & Design
Néstor Gamez – Recognized for bold, dramatic floral installations across Antigua Guatemala’s most iconic venues. His designs bring structure, color, and energy, redefining wedding florals as architectural statements.
AddyFlorales – A leading luxury wedding floral designer in Antigua Guatemala, creating refined concepts for destination weddings. Creative Director Bea is known for artistic intention and floral storytelling, crafting arrangements that feel purposeful, emotional, and unforgettable.
Decor Guatemala – Paulo is known for high-end floral design with understated elegance. His work brings a fresh, relaxed feel to destination weddings, enhancing the natural beauty of simple things with imagination, creativity, and of course, plenty of wildflowers.
Santa Clara | Addy Flores Wedding Decor
Santa Clara | Muckay Ixcamparij Wedding & Event Producer
Santa Clara | Addy Flores Wedding Decor
Wedding Photography & Film
Franco Giomi – A trusted member of Joseph Nance Photography, providing dual coverage with an editorial perspective. Franco’s eye ensures no detail or moment goes unnoticed, adding depth and artistry to every Antigua Guatemala wedding gallery.
Rodrigo Zadro – The best cinematic destination wedding filmmaker in Antigua Guatemala. Rodrigo creates emotional, hand-crafted wedding films with an intimate and cinematic style. Working closely with each couple, he captures the day unobtrusively, blending documentary authenticity with timeless cinematography.
Behind the Bride – Known for capturing behind-the-scenes wedding moments on iPhone, Federica creates fast, stylish digital content that complements full photography and video coverage. As the top wedding content creator Antigua Guatemala, couples love her instant delivery of social-ready clips while the professional galleries are still in production.
Jardines Reales | Franco Giomi Photography
Bring Your Antigua Wedding to Life
The difference between a beautiful wedding and an unforgettable one comes down to the professionals you trust. In a UNESCO World Heritage city like Antigua Guatemala, the right planner, florist, filmmaker, and photographer make every detail feel seamless. With nearly a decade in this city, Joseph Nance Photography works alongside the most trusted wedding planners, florists, and filmmakers in Antigua Guatemala to ensure your day is captured with artistry and lived fully.
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