The Godfather and Taormina Tour from Messina

4.7
(162 reviews)

6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Taormina and Savoca tour is one of the most exciting Sicily day tours from Messina (port or city center) in particular for the lovers of the Godfather.

From the departing point, we will reach the ancient town of Savoca Sicily, a wonderful medieval village, named one of the most beautiful villages in Italy.

You will start a little Savoca tour, following the footsteps of the Godfather movie by F.F. Coppola, to whom a statue is dedicated in the panoramic square of the village. This square is very popular also for hosting the famous bar Vitelli. Our guides will explain to you its history and its festivals.

Then we will leave for Taormina, known as the “Pearl of the Mediterranean”. You will have a stroll in its ancient Corso Umberto, which has been recently one of the White Lotus Sicily locations for season 2.
We are waiting for you, we are ready to welcome you to live together with us the fantastic experience of the Taormina and Savoca tour, you will not regret it!

What's Included

Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned bus
Live commentary on board
All transportation in destination location
Treats and bottled water on the board of the bus
Food and drinks
Gratuities
entrance ticket to the Greek-roman theatre

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS: Our representatives will meet you inside the port, at GATE 5. They will hold a sign with your name and a flag with our company logo: a LION HEAD.

OR
Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    The stele was raised by the will of Archbishop Angelo Paino

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The fountain was created by Montorsoli in 1557

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    It is an impressive temple, the second in size for the churches of Messina

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On the churchyard of this monument were filmed a few scenes of the Godfather saga.

    Admission ticket free
  • Corso Umberto (Pass by)

    The main street of Taormina where the major part of the monuments are located.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Bar Vitelli

    The main attraction of Savoca preserving the original structure as in the Godfather saga.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Porta Catania di Taormina

    Located in the Southern part of Taormina, it is part of the second defence walls system of the city.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Duomo di Taormina

    The cathedral was built around 1400 on the ruins of a medieval church, dedicated to Saint Nicola di Bari

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Corso Umberto

    The main street of Taormina

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Quattro Fontane di Taormina

    The baroque fountain of the Minotaur, built-in 1635, standing in Piazza Duomo in Taormina

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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