20 Famous Movie Scene Locations That You Can Actually Visit

October 15, 2021October 15, 2021 Moscow

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The Godfather – Italy

Admit it – after seeing The Godfather, we all wanted to pick up an Italian accent. This cult film, considered one of the best movies ever made, is an amazing saga of the growth of a mafia family, with Don Corleone as the head, and a reluctant son, Al Pacino, who must decide which direction his life will take.

While the bulk of The Godfather was shot on location in New York, the producers did indeed film in Sicily, mostly in the small, quiet coastal town of Savoca. Hardcore fans who visit make the pilgrimage to Savoca can visit locations from the movie, such as Bar Vitelli where Michael asks for Señor Vitelli’s daughter’s hand in marriage (and where you can also take a picture holding a Sicilian shotgun), the sweet little church where Michael and Apollonia marry, and the Piazza Fossil.

There are many ‘Godfather Tours’ you can join, where private guides will show you not only these film locations, but also give you an insight into the history of the Sicilian mafia, and ply you with Sicilian wine and food. Just remember, if you’re traveling in the footsteps of the mob, when in doubt, leave the gun, take the cannoli.