Film Location Tours in Italy: Our Top 15

1.Catania/Taormina: The Godfather Filming Locations Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 356 reviews · from $113Our pick

Travel by air-conditioned minivan from Catania or Taormina to Savoca, Bar Vitelli, the wedding church, Forza d’Agrò, and possibly Castello degli Schiavi. Guides such as Alessio and Carmelo add film facts, Sicilian history, photos, and behind-the-scenes stories. The seven-hour trip includes hotel pickup, parking, tolls, and drop-off.

“Alessio was a blessing. very accommodating. Very easy to get along with and talk to. no stupid questions. and he knew so much about the movies. I have watched the movies 100 times, and learnt so much from him. While the locations were great, spending time in those locations with Alessio was incredible. So knowledgeable and so inspirational. Best tour of my trip!!! I've looked forward to thos tour for a long time, and it did not disappoint 🖤”

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2.The Godfather Movie Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 275 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $120Top rated

Travel from Catania, Taormina, or Giardini Naxos to Sicily’s famous Godfather locations with an English-speaking guide. Visit Bar Vitelli, Michael and Apollonia’s wedding church, Forza d’Agrò, and optionally Castello degli Schiavi. Expect a seven-hour day, a maximum of eight people, winding village roads, and plenty of film stories.

“Great tour of locations with a very knowledgeable guide. Gianmarco made the day very enjoyable and we rewatched the movie later to see where we had been.”

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3.Turin: Cinema Museum and Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 200 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $44

Visit Turin’s National Cinema Museum inside the Mole Antonelliana, then use the hop-on hop-off bus to see the city. The ticket includes museum entry and either the Red Line or 24/48-hour access to Red, Blue, and Green routes. The panoramic lift is not included, and children under 16 buy museum tickets separately.

“C’était très bien mais noua n’avons pas amorti notre forfait car 17 h fin de l’activité c’est trop tôt. Il faut faire au moins deux parcours Sinon le coupe file pour le musée très bien C’était un peu cher quand même Plus cher le forfait que si nous avions pris les activités séparément”

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4.Turin: National Museum of Cinema & Mole Antonelliana Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 170 reviews

Spend two hours with a live guide inside Turin’s National Museum of Cinema, then ride the panoramic lift up the Mole Antonelliana. You’ll see film sets, props, and historic cinema objects before reaching the terrace for city views. Guides may lead the tour in Italian, English, French, German, or Spanish. The lift can close in bad weather.

“Bellissimo tour, guida bravissima e preparatissima sulla storia di Torino e i suoi monumenti oltre che del cinema.”

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5.‘The Godfather’ Movie Tour from Taormina

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 146 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $59

Travel from Taormina or Messina province to Savoca and Forza d’Agrò, two mountain villages used in The Godfather films. See Bar Vitelli, the church linked to Michael and Apollonia, cobbled lanes, and village views. Guides such as Isabella, Noema, and Nino have been praised, though guide quality and pickup instructions can vary.

“Tour Guide and driver were sociable friendly and knowledgeable. Great experience wouid highly recommended”

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6.FantaCinema Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 138 reviews · 1 day · from $7Best value

Visit FantaCinema Museum in Genoa’s Porto Antico for a close look at fantasy-film memorabilia, including the DeLorean from Back to the Future, Alien and Star Wars costumes, Harry Potter displays, statues, posters, soundtracks, and filming equipment. The $7 ticket is valid for one day and the museum is wheelchair accessible.

“Davvero tutto, 💯 mio figlio ha apprezzato soprattutto gli Avengers, DC e dinosauri”

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7.From Catania: The Godfather Movie Day Trip in Sicily

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 132 reviews · from $115

Travel by van from Catania to Savoca and Forza d’Agrò with a live guide in English, French, or Italian. See Bar Vitelli, San Nicolò Church, and village streets used in The Godfather films. Guides such as Andrea, Daniele, Francesco, Janet, and Marzia add movie details, Sicilian history, scenic stops, and local food advice.

“It was great. The host had a great deal of knowledge and was very kind”

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8.Cinematic Photoshoot in Venice: Capture Venice Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.)

Join photographer Filippo for a private 1 to 2 hour photo walk in Venice. Choose a mood and route that suit your group, from Piazza San Marco and the Rialto Bridge to Scala Contarini del Bovolo and Libreria Acqua Alta. You receive 150 or more edited photos by email within a few days.

“This was the BEST experience for our 10 year Wedding Anniversary. Filippo was a joy to work with! His creative genius was captured in the many locations and pictures he took for us ❤️. He took the time to get to know us, as well as show us locations we would have never found on our own. We are grateful to have had his as our photographer! He’s amazing! Thank you, Filippo, for catering to our every need and becoming our friend!”

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9.Cinecittà World the Cinema Theme Park

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 79 reviews · from $31

Spend a full day at Cinecittà World, Rome’s cinema-themed amusement park, with 40 attractions across seven film-inspired zones. See original Italian and international film scenery, catch six daily shows, and try rides such as Volarium, Inferno, Jurassic War, and Altair. Aqua World and Roma World add water attractions and Ancient Rome-themed fun.

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10.The Godfather Movie Tour of Sicily Villages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews

Follow Michael Corleone’s path through Savoca and Forza d’Agrò with a private English or Italian-speaking guide. Visit Bar Vitelli, Santa Lucia Church, SS. Annunziata Square, and other filming spots, while learning about Sicily, village life, and the island’s Mafia history. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from Taormina, Letojanni, or Naxos.

“We all enjoyed this tour to two Sicilian Villages. Our guide was full of information and stories and kept us moving .”

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11.Turin: National Museum of Cinema Entry Ticket & Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 70 reviews · 1 day · from $45

Enter Turin’s Mole Antonelliana and follow the National Museum of Cinema’s spiral route from shadow theater to modern special effects. Your smartphone audio guide covers Italian, English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese, and Russian. Tickets arrive by email the day before. Bring headphones, and remember the panoramic lift costs extra.

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12.Cinematic Photoshoot in Rome

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 1 hour - 90 minutes · from $45

Walk Rome with Sam Vis Art photographer and filmmaker Sam, Ibra, or Ibrahim, posing naturally at famous landmarks and lesser-known corners. In 60 to 90 minutes, you visit four city spots and receive high-resolution JPG images, plus 25 edited favorites. No posing experience is needed.

“I did other photoshooting while traveling and I must say this is my favorite one! They are very professional and friendly. You can see they are experts in photography, understand the lighting, posing and are extremely friendly while guiding the shooting. I felt extremely comfortable.”

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13.Private tour on “Colombo 31 HT” the Hollywood star boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 1 to 4 hours (approx.)

Take a private cruise for up to seven people on the Colombo 31 HT, a Hollywood star boat, and see Lake Como’s grand villas, Bellagio, Varenna, Nesso, and Comacina Island. Routes vary by meeting point and duration. The four-hour option allows time ashore in Bellagio and at Villa Balbianello, though entrance tickets are extra.

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14.The Medici Family: Lorenzo The Magnificient and the TV movie

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $140

Follow the Medici story through Florence with an English-speaking art historian guide. The roughly two-hour tour centers on Palazzo Medici Riccardi, where you see the family home and learn about Lorenzo the Magnificent. Groups are capped at eight, and reserved entry helps avoid long waits.

“This is a must do if you want to know some of the history of Florence and the Medici family. Maria knew such great history facts.”

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15.Cinematic Photoshoot in Rome

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Spend about 90 minutes with a private photographer in Rome, posing at the Colosseum, Roman Forum viewpoint, Monti streets, and, on the 7 am session, Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon. You receive 250 to 300 JPG files plus 20 edited favorites. Ibrahim is one named photographer, and support is available in English, Italian, Turkish, and Spanish.

“Ibrahim was great making us feel comfortable, led us to 3 beautiful places to take pictures. He was very personable, gave us tips on how to get great shots. A fun experience with some lasting memories to enjoy!”

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