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Sicilian Godfather Tour: Discover Mafia Legends and Historic Art in a Mythic Village
Siracusa
Embark on a captivating Sicilian Godfather Tour to uncover the secrets of the Mafia and explore the historic art in a mythical village. Discover hidden bars and elegant buildings that are true works of art.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Savoca - A charming little village in Sicily, Savoca captivated F.F. Coppola with its picturesque views of mainland Italy, the Ionian Sea, and the surrounding verdant hills.
- Fiumefreddo di Sicilia - Who is this sophisticated, cultured, and mysteriously alluring Sicilian gentleman, and more importantly, why does he hold such appeal for worldly women like myself? The only way to uncover the truth is to embark on a journey tracing his steps, immersing ourselves in the ambiance and the splendor of the unraveling mystery. Such an inquiry anticipates active participation and engagement in the traditions of the Sicilian Godfather Saga, including a quintessential aperitif at the renowned bar where Michael Corleone proposed to Apollonia, a bar famed for its “cannoli” so adored by Don Vito Corleone and Francis Ford Coppola alike.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees
What's Not Included
- Everything that is not mentioned in inclusions
Additional Information
- Nestled in an obscure town in the middle of nowhere, the bar stands hidden amidst artistically elegant architecture, making it a masterpiece in its own right.
- Mentioning this word immediately evokes images of the classic Paramount production ‘The Godfather’, a superior mobster film with roots in Sicilian terminology.
- The global linguistic scholars continue to ponder the unsolvable question of the origin of the mysterious Sicilian term ‘Mafia’.
- The mythical Sicilian village, immersed in traditional and pragmatic mafia lore, houses a cathedral that holds a 14th-century black wooden crucifix and a prestigious assortment of paintings by Brother Felice da Sambuca, to be appreciated in mournful silence.
Location
Temple of Apollo
Largo XXV Luglio
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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