4.7 / 5Private Land of the Godfather
- Step into the iconic scenes of The Godfather II and III on our unique private tour of Messina and the filming locations.
- Be led by our professional guides through picturesque villages, past historic churches and Norman Castles.
- Experience the vibrant local culture by visiting Bar Vitelli, filled with authentic artisan tools and photos from the film set.
- Enjoy breathtaking views of the coast, Messina, and the valley as you explore the charming village of Forza d'Agro.
- This once-in-a-lifetime tour for Godfather fans comes complete with our industry-leading return-to-ship and satisfaction guarantees.
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Cruise Ship PierPrivate Land of the Godfather
After meeting your professionally-trained guide on the pier, you will set off through the town of Messina for the coast. You will pass by villas, flowering gardens, and picturesque villages en route to Santa Teresa. From here, a picturesque road will take you inland to scenic Savoca, a village nestled between two hills. In a private house at the entrance of the village is the Bar Vitelli, which features a collection of local artisans' tools and photographs taken when Francis Ford Coppola was in this area filming scenes for The Godfather II.
Upon arrival, you will visit the bar for a lemon granita, not included, before you begin a slow walking tour along the village's main street, then continue up the hill. Along the way, you will pass by several 15th- and 16th-century churches, the remains of a Norman Castle, and take in magnificent views of the valley.
Next, you will visit Forza d'Agro. This charming little village overlooks the Arab-Norman castle of Capo Sant'Alessio, and the coastline towards Messina and the strait. In 1990, Al Pacino and Sophia Coppola came here to film scenes for The Godfather III. From the main square, a lane leads up to circular steps that ascend to the Gothic-Catalan portal in front of the Church of St. Agostino, or Triade, which features a pleasant 15th-century facade. After a visit to the Baroque-style Chiesa Madre, you will rejoin your transportation for the return drive to Messina.