The Godfather Tour: Savoca and Forza d'Agrò from Taormina

Q: "What to bring?")

"Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring cash for entrance to the Savoca Cathedral (in high season) and for food and drink.")

Q: "Is this tour operated by The Tour Guy?")

"No, this tour is run by one of our local trusted partners.")

Q: "Can we be dropped of where we are picked up?")

"Yes, plan to be dropped off at the same location where you were picked up. The options are: Interbus fermata "Hotel Antares", Interbus chiesa san giovanni, Recanati Bus Terminal, Via Nazionale, 230, or Terminal Interbus Taormina.")

Q: "Will there be time to grab a drink at Bar Vitelli?")

"Yes, you will have time to visit and have a quick beverage at the legendary Bar Vitelli.")

Creep into the Cappuccini Convent Catacombs & snag a drink at film famous, Bar Vitelli

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· 5.00h · Sicily, Italy

The Godfather Tour: Savoca and Forza d'Agrò from Taormina

Join us for a tour, Sonny, it's not personal, it's strictly business. We'll take you through the hill villages of Savoca and Forza d'Agrò, where Michael wooed Apollonia and the drama unfolded. Walk the cobblestone streets, see the wedding church, and grab a drink at Bar Vitelli. Then, say hello to the perfectly preserved mummies in the Cappuccini Convent Catacombs to remind you what happens when you mess with the family. This is pure cinematic history set against an authentic Sicilian backdrop.

What you get with this tour

Licensed, English-speaking guide
Savoca
Forza d'Agrò
Bar Vitelli
Savoca Catacombs
Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli (Wedding Church)
Scenic drive along the Sicilian coast
Maximum group size of 20
Hotel pick up/drop off
Savoca Cathedral €2 per person cash entry
Personal Expenses
Food and Drink
Gratuities

Tour Itinerary

1

Departure
Leave the Taormina area in the morning for a cinematic adventure into the authentic Sicilian countryside.
2

Scenic Coastal Drive
Enjoy the views as you pass through Sant'Alessio on your way to the famous filming villages.
3

Savoca Village
Arrive in the quiet hill town that stood in for the village of Corleone in the film.
4

Bar Vitelli
Visit the iconic cafe where Michael Corleone met Apollonia’s father and grab a refreshing granita or drink.
5

Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli
Follow the wedding procession route and see the church where the iconic marriage ceremony was filmed.
6

Savoca Catacombs
Take a chilling detour to the Convento dei Cappuccini to see the fascinating, centuries-old mummies.
7

Forza d'Agrò
Explore this medieval jewel and admire the stunning coastal views used for wide-angle shots in the film.
8

Return
Settle in for the scenic afternoon drive back to the Taormina area, arriving in the late afternoon.

Additional Information

The Godfather Tour from Taormina Full Description

Your 5-hour tour includes:

Licensed, local film expert, English-speaking guide
Guided tour to the iconic villages of Savoca and Forza d'Agrò
Visit the famous Bar Vitelli (drink not included)
Entry and tour of the chilling Savoca Catacombs (in low season)
See the Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli, where the wedding was filmed
Scenic drive along the Sicilian coast through Sant'Alessio
Maximum group size of 20

Please note, in high season, entrance to the Savoca Cathedral costs €2 per person, not included, which must be paid in cash on site.

Step into the Film

Forget the crowded Corleone; we’re taking you straight to the timeless villages Francis Ford Coppola chose for the drama. You’ll depart the Taormina area and drive along the charming coast, arriving first in Savoca. Your cinematic pilgrimage starts at the legendary Bar Vitelli, the very spot where Michael Corleone asked permission to marry Apollonia. Step inside this time capsule, grab a granita where Al Pacino once sat, and admire the film memorabilia.

Weddings and Wicked Secrets

Next, follow the famous wedding path to the Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli. After tracing Michael and Apollonia's footsteps, prepare for a dark twist: the Catacombs at the Convento dei Cappuccini. If you’re curious what happens to people who cross the Family, this is your chilling, perfectly preserved answer. Walk through the catacombs and see the centuries-old mummies, a reminder that Sicilian heritage is often far more intense than Hollywood.

End of the Sicilian Exile

Your journey concludes in Forza d'Agrò, a small medieval jewel overlooking the stunning Strait of Messina. We'll take time here to admire the sweeping coastal views and explore other hidden locations used for wider village shots in the film. Relax, breathe in the authentic Sicilian air, and quiz your guide on any lingering film secrets before settling in for the ride back to Taormina.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring?

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring cash for entrance to the Savoca Cathedral (in high season) and for food and drink.

What to bring?

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring cash for entrance to the Savoca Cathedral (in high season) and for food and drink.

Is this tour operated by The Tour Guy?

No, this tour is run by one of our local trusted partners.

Can we be dropped of where we are picked up?

Yes, plan to be dropped off at the same location where you were picked up. The options are: Interbus fermata "Hotel Antares", Interbus chiesa san giovanni, Recanati Bus Terminal, Via Nazionale, 230, or Terminal Interbus Taormina.