George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin went for a white theme at their wedding

E! News reports that the couple tied the knot on a podium that was placed in front of a large wall of white candles.

The venue had been decorated with white roses, lilies and carnations and there was a multitude of hand-crafted candles.

Guests reportedly sipped on numerous bottles of champagne and red wine and the party continued past midnight, with the couple and their guests celebrating to a background of disco and jazz music.

The guests were greeted at the venue by staff, who were wearing traditional venetian gondolier outfits, including straw boater hats and white shirts.

As the celebrities arrived, there were loud cheers from the crowds of fans waiting outside, especially for U2 frontman, Bono.

George and Amal were joined by host of celebrities including Cindy Crawford and her husband Rande Gerber, Matt Damon and his wife Luciana, Emily Blunt, Bill Murray, and Vogue editor Anna Wintour.

The marriage between the happy couple was confirmed in a statement.

A representative for the actor wrote: "George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin were married today in a private ceremony in Venice, Italy."