Location: Taormina
Top Things to do in Taormina
Top 6 Movie & TV Tours in Taormina, Sicily
Volcanic Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea provide the cinema-worthy backdrop for Taormina, Sicily's legendary resort town. Twisting medieval streets and a second-century Greek theater add to its romantic air, which inspired the writings of D.H. Lawrence and Truman Capote. Take a cable car to the beach, or walk uphill behind the Church of St. Joseph for panoramic views.
Restaurants in Taormina
1. Godfather Private Tour from Messina: Savoca and Forza D'Agro with options of Food, Wine tasting and Dinner
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 9 reviews
Private tour from Messina by comfortable car with personal tour leader to the must-see Sicilian hill towns world-known thanks to F.F. Coppola, who filmed his legendary "The Godfather" here, Top 3 of the Greatest American Movies. Get the friendly and informative insight into the filming process and interesting trivia, learn the real Sicilian Mafia story, its structure, rise and development, and anti-Mafia fight. Discover the history and culture of the movie locations and Sicily itself, and feel the romantically rustic atmosphere of old Sicily. Walk along the authentic streets of Savoca and Forza d’Agro remained unchanged since the movie was made, visit ancient churches, Bar Vitelli where Michael spoke to Apollonia’s father, and other locations. Optionally, you may have food and wine tasting on a terrace with a breathtaking view of the sea and surrounding countryside at one of the best wine bars in Savoca, and have traditional fish dinner at a fine fish restaurant in Forza D'Agro.
Inclusions: Private tour exclusively for your party – nobody else, to ensure the highest standards for our guests., Hotel/port pickup and drop-off in Messina by private comfortable air-conditioned car, Round trip transportation by private air-conditioned car that operates only for you, Personal local English speaking driver/guide, Walking tour of Savoca and Forza d'Agro, Explanation of The Godfather movie and the real Mafia history, Food and wine tasting at panoramic terrace (if option selected), Dinner at a fish restaurant with a panoramic view (if option selected), Bottled water
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Gratuities
Reviewed By LMA5001
Incredible experience. Pasquale is a very nice and upbeat person. He took us to the best wineries. From the moment he picked us up it was clear that he had the entire day in perfect control. He is always professional and also fun. We really enjoyed the wine and food and the cellar tours. Pasquale even sent us several pictures from the day of fun that we had together. It was the highlight of our trip to Sicily. The communication was great - I asked Pasquale to arrange to have a cake for my girlfriend's birthday ... he made sure that at every destination there was a cake and everyone sang. He made me look like a hero! Thank you Pasquale!!!
2. Godfather Private Tour in Savoca and Forza d'Agro with Wine and Dinner Option
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 78 reviews
Private tour by a comfortable car with a personal tour leader to the must-see Sicilian hill towns world-known thanks to F.F. Coppola, who filmed his legendary "The Godfather" here, Top 3 of the Greatest American Movies. Get the friendly and informative insight into the filming process and interesting trivia, learn the real Sicilian Mafia story, its structure, rise and development, and anti-Mafia fight. Discover the history and culture of the movie locations and Sicily itself, and feel the romantically rustic atmosphere of old Sicily. Walk along the authentic streets of Savoca and Forza d’Agro remained unchanged since the movie was made, visit ancient churches, Bar Vitelli where Michael spoke to Apollonia’s father, and other locations. Optionally, you may have food and wine tasting on a terrace with a breathtaking view of the sea and surrounding countryside at one of the best wine bars in Savoca, and have traditional fish dinner at a fine fish restaurant in Forza D'Agro.
Inclusions: Private tour exclusively for your party – nobody else, to ensure the highest standards for our guests., Hotel/port pickup and drop-off by private comfortable air-conditioned car, Round-trip transportation by private air-conditioned car that operates only for you, Bottled water, Personal local English speaking driver/guide, Walking tour of Savoca and Forza d'Agro, Lesson about The Godfather movie and the real Mafia history, Food and wine tasting in Savoca (if option selected), Dinner at a fish restaurant in Forza d'Agro (if option selected)
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Gratuities
Reviewed By LMA5001
Incredible experience. Pasquale is a very nice and upbeat person. He took us to the best wineries. From the moment he picked us up it was clear that he had the entire day in perfect control. He is always professional and also fun. We really enjoyed the wine and food and the cellar tours. Pasquale even sent us several pictures from the day of fun that we had together. It was the highlight of our trip to Sicily. The communication was great - I asked Pasquale to arrange to have a cake for my girlfriend's birthday ... he made sure that at every destination there was a cake and everyone sang. He made me look like a hero! Thank you Pasquale!!!
3. The Godfather Tour from Catania
Overall Ratings
4.1 based on 7 reviews
A tour around the Sicilian locations of the famous film by Francis Ford Coppola, "The Godfather". For the avidest fans and for who want to discover traditional villages and suggestive monuments
Inclusions: Shuttle bus (return), Multilingual guide, INFANT - Baby seat
Exclusions: Authorized tourist guide in Taormina (on request), Optional visit of Greek Theatre € 10,00, All that is not specified under “the cost includes
Reviewed By Jololo37
Perfecto! Guide really friendly! Interesting tour with children. Etna is beautiful! If you are near Catania, do this tour!
4. The “Godfather” Tour
After picking you up at the hotel, the daily tour goes to Savoca. This ancient Etruscan medieval village has been listed among the “Most beautiful ancient villages in Italy” and it has been set of several movie. “The Godfather” among the most famous, which can be identified by the famous “Bar Vitelli”, located in the main square and by the Church of San Nicolò, where many famous scenes were shot. You can also admire ruins of an ancient Synagogue, the old town – dating back to Romans – the crypt of Convento of Cappuccini. Then, you will be amazed by the breathtaking view of the whole vallet and Ionian coast in Forza D’Agrò, also popular for its Cathedral. Later you will be in Taormina, where you will discover Corso Umberto, the shopping street, Palazzo Corvaja, the Greek Theater, Piazza IX Aprile, la Torre dell’Orologio, the Cattedrale Fortezza (Duomo), la Badia Vecchia, Palazzo Duca di Santo Stefano and much more.
Inclusions: Multilingual local Tour escort/host, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Departure guarantee for min. 2 pax
Exclusions: Authorized guide in Taormina (on request), Optional visit to the Greek theater € 10.00, Anything not included in “Inclusions
Reviewed By Michael W
It was a very thorough trip and I feel that I really got a good idea of Sicily. I liked the tour and did not mind the walking. I was not so happy that we reached our hotel of the night at about 6:30, dinner was usually at 8 which didn't leave too much time in between. After dinner I usually went right to bed and then the bus was usually schedule to leave at about 8 in the morning. One of the hardest things was keeping clothes clean. I think it would have been nicer if they were a laundromat on the trip. Either in the hotel, or close by. I would wash a shirt but it would take a long time to dry. For me, that was the biggest hardship and the other people I spoke with said the same thing. So it was a good trip, but kind of rushed in the evening and the morning and no chance to clean clothes. Linda from Boston
5. Private Excursion to Taormina from Catania on the ways of the Godfather
Taormina the most beautiful and fascinating place in eastern Sicily, combined with the places of the godfather cult film that has remained in history
Inclusions: Private Tour
Exclusions: Entrance to the Greek theater of Taormina
Reviewed By frequentsrtraveler
Valerie Rassino approached us at the port and sold herself as a licensed tour operator. She was an English speaking taxi driver by all accounts. She did not recommend an interesting itinerary and drove us to Syracuse after discussing options. She gave us two tour guide books from her trunk and we were reading in the car. She dropped us in Syracuse to find our on way to the Duomo where she would catch up with us. We thought she had left us it took her so long to find us. Walked us around the city to the parked car and drove us back. Then, dropped us off at the monastery in Catania for the tour and picked us up after and then back to port. Very nice taxi driver but definitely not the informed tour guide we anticipated.
6. Private Tour: Godfather and Taormina
Godfather lovers, we have the right tour for you! During this amazing experience you will visit the enchanting places where Francis Ford Coppola shot "The Godfather". Your private driver will escort you to Savoca, where you will have the chance to visit the famous “Bar Vitelli” and the church of St. Lucia, where the wedding between Michael and Apollonia took place. You will reach Forza d’ Agrò, a pretty little medieval town, where you will surely recognize many of the locations where village life scenes were shot. Taormina will offer you spectacular views and a lot of history. This resort town is famous for its mild climate and the world's best known ancient Greek ampitheatre, the second largest in Sicily, which continues to host performances today.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All taxes, parking tolls, gasoline and driver maintenance, English speaking driver
Exclusions: Gratuities, Meals and drinks, Entrance fees and guides in sites, if required
Reviewed By Timmcl
Fabulous route along the seaside and climbing up the roadways to viewpoints with tremendous views. Great snack and coffee stops. We even got to see the start of a local wedding and the bride's entrance at the cathedral. Roberto got us some wonderful pastries at the coffee shop/bakery owned by his family in one of the towns we went through. Along the way he answered any and all questions from medieval history to current events as well as guiding us to some great photo opportunities.
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