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“Romance & Cinema Legend
Where Cliffs Meet The Sea”

“Romance & Cinema Legend
Where Cliffs Meet The Sea”

Taormina & Savoca Tour

This shore day trip is dedicated to those who don’t want to miss to see the most famous “Godfather” movie location in Sicily before enjoying Taormina the “Pearl of the Ionian Sea” known for its ancient Greek Theatre, Baroque architecture, vibrant Corso Umberto with shops and cafes and breathtaking coastal vistas, combining history culture, and unforgettable scenery.

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The Taormina & Savoca tour is a popular Sicilian excursion, focusing on stunning coastal views, ancient history, and iconic filming locations from the Godfather, particularly in Savoca at the famous Bar Vitelli and Church of Santa Lucia.

Taormina & Savoca Tour

Taormina Corso Umberto

Experience the captivating beauty of Taormina on our tours and immerse yourself in the charm of this Sicilian gem. Explore the ancient Greek Theater, offering breathtaking views of Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea. Wander through the narrow streets lined with boutiques, cafes, and historic buildings.

Savoca is a small medieval town in the province of Messina and not far from Taormina; together with the near village Forza d’Agrò, is famous for having been the location for the scenes of *Godfather II set in Sicily.

On the main square of Savoca you will certainly recognize the Vitelli Bar, where Michael Corleone asks for the hand of Apollonia.
Another interesting spot connected with the Francis Ford Coppola’s saga is the Church of San Nicolò, the location of Michael and Apollonia’s famous wedding.

*For any true fan, you can book The Godfather Tour, dedicated solely to the story of this stunning cinematic masterpiece, offering an unforgettable half-day experience discovering Sicily’s cultural heritage, with its picturesque villages of Savoca and Forza d’Agrò, nestled in the hills above Taormina., breathtaking scenery, and a truly unforgettable experience.

For those looking to see more of the surrounding region, we also offer a range of tours from Taormina to elsewhere.

What's included?

Mercedes Van with air conditioning

English speaking - Driver

Visit to the crypt of the Capuchin Friars' convent

Tuk-Tuk Tour to visit Michael & Apollonia church

Drinking water on board

Tolls - Parking fees and fuel

Exclusion

Professional Tour Guide

Meals not included

Tickets to Greek Roman Theatre

Additional stops not specified in the itinerary

10% VAT not included

Pick-up at your accommodation

In pedestrian areas Hotel – B&B pick-up could not be feasible, in this case pick-up will be set as close as possible to your Hotel or any other accomodation.
Cruise ship guests will be picked up directly from the port and brought back on board, strictly adhering to the scheduled times.

Our driver will pick you up from your cruise port at your most preferred time .
On board of comfortable air-conditioned sedans or minivans, you will reach
 Savoca, a charming medieval village set in the rock of a hill, where you can still recognize the places of don Vito Corleone.
You will walk along the typical medieval streets and you will reach the Church of Santa Lucia, where the wedding scene between Michal and Apollonia was filmed.

Unmissable stop is at Bar Vitelli, here time seems to have stopped years ago. Inside you can admire not only pictures and scene related to the saga of Don Vito Corleone, but also ancient objects related to Sicilian tradition, making this bar a small museum.

After your visit in Savoca, the driver will drop you off in Taormina center, where you will have free time to explore the pearl of Mediterranean: the wonderful Greek Roman Theatre with terrific views over Mount Etna and the bay, the Cathedral of San Nicolò di Bari, the Public Gardens, the fascinating Corso Umberto with its boutiques and colorful balconies and much more.
You will have the chance to take the cable car to reach the bay of Taormina and see
Isola Bella, which is a protected natural site as well as a beautiful beach.

Back to your accommodation

Drop-off will be set as close as possible to the Hotel or accommodation.

Tour duration 6-7 hours – Depends on the starting location.

The Final Price is determined by the place of departure and the number of passengers.

Request For Quote

Please note: your driver is a local professional who will accompany you throughout the day, managing transportation, timing and logistics, and offering general information along the way. This experience does not include a licensed tourist guide. If you would like to request a tour guide, you can fill it out directly in the request form under “other information.” Upon request, child seats and booster seats for children are available, with no additional cost.

Please note: your driver is a local professional who will accompany you throughout the day, managing transportation, timing and logistics, and offering general information along the way. This experience does not include a licensed tourist guide. If you would like to request a tour guide, you can fill it out directly in the request form under “other information.” Upon request, child seats and booster seats for children are available, with no additional cost.