Sicily: Godfather Movie Tour Savoca & Forza d’Agrò with Pickup

Summary

Walk in Michael Corleone’s footsteps through real Sicilian towns and movie memories

You’ll walk through Savoca’s Bar Vitelli and church steps where The Godfather came alive, hear stories from your local guide, visit crypts and film locations in Forza d’Agrò, and maybe even share lunch with fellow travelers. It’s not just movie nostalgia — it’s real Sicily under your feet.

What’s the experience like?

“That’s the bar,” our guide Salvo said, pointing at this small place in Savoca with a faded sign — Bar Vitelli. I had to laugh because it looked so ordinary from the outside, but inside, there were all these old photos of Coppola and the actors. I could smell espresso and something sweet (almond maybe?) as we squeezed past a couple of locals who barely glanced up. Salvo told us stories about filming The Godfather here — apparently people still ask for Apollonia’s wedding cake. I tried to picture Michael sitting right where I was standing. It felt weirdly intimate, like being let in on some family secret.

We wandered up to the church of Santa Lucia next, where that famous wedding scene was shot. The bells were quiet but you could hear birds and someone somewhere chopping vegetables (I think). The sun was sharp on the stone steps — I nearly tripped because I was too busy staring at the view down over the valley. There’s something about these Sicilian villages — they’re small but layered, you know? We peeked into the Capuchin crypt too. Not gonna lie, seeing those mummified monks lined up in their robes was a bit unsettling, but Salvo made it less creepy by cracking a joke about how his grandmother would haunt him if he didn’t behave.

After that we drove on to Forza d’Agrò. The road twisted through Sant’Alessio and Santa Teresa — honestly, I lost track after all the turns. Forza d’Agrò itself is perched up high; you get these wide views out to sea and then suddenly you’re in another square where more Godfather scenes were filmed. Salvo pointed out spots from all three movies, which made me want to rewatch them just to see if I’d recognize anything now. Lunch wasn’t included but a few of us decided to stay anyway — ended up sharing pasta with some folks from Milan who’d also come for the Godfather tour Sicily experience. Funny how movies pull people together like that.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit Godfather film locations in Sicily

• Meet guide at hotel
• Travel through Sant Alessio and Santa Teresa
• Visit Vitelli bar in Savoca
• See Santa Lucia church wedding site
• Explore Capuchin crypt with mummies
• Drive to Forza d'Agrò
• Review film scenes in Forza d'Agrò
• Optional lunch in Forza d'Agrò

Top questions

How long does the Godfather tour Sicily take?

The tour covers both Savoca and Forza d’Agrò in one day, including hotel pickup.

Is lunch included on the Godfather tour?

No, lunch is not included but there is an option to stay for lunch at your own expense.

Are hotel pickups available for this tour?

Yes, hotel pickup is included at the start of your day trip.

Which filming locations will we visit?

You’ll visit Bar Vitelli and Santa Lucia church in Savoca plus several sites in Forza d’Agrò featured in The Godfather films.

Is this day trip suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, it’s suitable for all physical fitness levels according to tour info.

Can service animals join the Godfather movie tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this tour.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup by your guide before heading through Sant’Alessio and Santa Teresa toward Savoca. You’ll have entry to Bar Vitelli and Santa Lucia church, plus time to explore the Capuchin crypts and stroll film locations in Forza d’Agrò before returning—lunch is optional but not included.