Discover 10 iconic films set in Italy and the experiences that let you step inside their most famous scenes, from Matera to Venice, passing through Sicily and Rome.
From the narrow lanes of Venice to the Sassi of Matera, Italy has always been one of the world’s most beloved film sets. Some films have transformed entire cities into big-screen icons, while others have shown the country’s most romantic, elegant or adventurous side.
But why limit yourself to watching these places on a screen? This summer you can experience them in person. Between guided tours, boat excursions and walks through iconic locations, here are 10 films set in Italy and the experiences that let you step inside their most famous scenes.
Films set in Italy:
ToggleThe Godfather – Sicily
Among citrus groves, sun-drenched squares and small historic villages, eastern Sicily is one of the key locations of the classic The Godfather. Some of the most iconic scenes of Francis Ford Coppola’s saga were filmed around Taormina and Savoca, places where time seems to have stood still.
In the footsteps of The Godfather: our tip
To immerse yourself in the film’s atmosphere, you can join a tour dedicated to The Godfather locations. You can visit the church where Michael Corleone married Apollonia, stroll through the alleys that frame their love story and stop at the famous Bar Vitelli, where young Michael asked permission to court the owner’s daughter.
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No Time To Die – Matera
With its cave dwellings and rugged landscapes, Matera seemed destined to become the set of a James Bond film. In No Time To Die, the narrow streets of the Sassi become the setting for breathtaking chases and high-tension scenes.
In the footsteps of 007: our tip
Feel like a secret agent by joining a guided tour of Matera inspired by 007, passing through some of the most iconic locations seen on screen. It’s an original way to explore one of Italy’s most cinematic cities.
Roman Holiday – Rome
Few films have contributed to building Rome’s romantic image as much as Roman Holiday. Between Piazza di Spagna, Via Veneto and the Bocca della Verità, the film starring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck continues to inspire travellers from all over the world.
Relive Roman Holiday: our tip
Exploring the historic centre of Rome by golf cart, you can admire some of the city’s symbolic places, feeling like the protagonist of Roman Holiday. A unique and romantic experience that will leave an unforgettable memory.
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The Talented Mr Ripley – Ischia
Elegant and sensual, The Talented Mr Ripley portrayed a postcard-perfect Italy full of terraces overlooking the sea, boat days and small villages. Among the locations used to create the town where Dickie and Marge (the two protagonists) live is Ischia, with its hidden bays and pastel-coloured villages.
Experience Ischia like in a film: our tip
A tour of the island is the perfect way to check out the most fascinating and cinematic side of Ischia, between vineyards, sea views and panoramas that look like they came straight out of a film scene.
Bread and Tulips – Venice
In Bread and Tulips, Venice becomes a place suspended in time, far from the classic postcard images. The film shows the city’s most authentic and everyday side, made of quiet alleys, small cafés and hidden canals.
Discover the authentic Venice of Bread and Tulips
A classic Venice tour allows you to see both the most iconic places and the lesser-known corners of the city, immersing yourself in the romantic and melancholic atmosphere that made the film such a beloved classic.
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Letters to Juliet – Verona
With its elegant squares and Juliet’s famous balcony, Verona is one of Italy’s most romantic cities. It’s no surprise that it was chosen as the setting for Letters to Juliet, a film that turned the city into a dream destination for lovers of heartfelt stories.
Relive Letters to Juliet: our tip
Walking through the historic centre, between medieval alleys and lively squares, is the best way to relive the film’s atmosphere and discover the most romantic side of the city. With a guided tour of Verona, you’ll learn many interesting facts about the city and its monuments.
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny – Syracuse
With ancient temples, Baroque alleys and squares overlooking the sea, Syracuse is one of Sicily’s most scenic cities. In Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, its historic atmosphere becomes the perfect backdrop for mysteries and adventures.
In the footsteps of Indiana Jones: our tip
By joining a guided tour of Syracuse, you can explore Ortigia and its most famous monuments, walking through settings that seem made for an adventure film.
A Room With a View – Florence
Few films have captured Florence’s romantic charm like A Room with a View. Between Renaissance palaces, elegant squares and views over the Arno, the city becomes a symbol of the Italian Grand Tour and timeless beauty.
Relive A Room with a View in Florence
Whether it’s a walk through the historic centre or a visit to the Uffizi, Florence is a city to experience slowly, letting its artistic atmosphere inspire you. In the quiet hills of Fiesole, just a short distance away, you’ll feel like you’re inside a film.
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The Devil Wears Prada 2 – Milan
With the return of The Devil Wears Prada, Milan is back under the spotlight as one of the world’s fashion capitals. Between luxury boutiques, historic cafés and elegant buildings, the city is the perfect place to enjoy a glamorous, high-society experience.
Feel like Andy in Milan: our tip
One of the film’s most iconic scenes takes place in the hall of the Cenacolo Vinciano. If you haven’t yet received an invitation to these exclusive events, a guided visit to the Cenacolo Vinciano will let you discover one of the world’s most famous masterpieces and explore Milan’s cultural side.
Enchanted April – Portofino
With its colourful houses overlooking the harbour and the relaxed atmosphere of the Ligurian Riviera, Portofino seems made for romantic cinema. In Enchanted April, the Ligurian landscape becomes a symbol of escape, beauty and the joy of simple things.
Feel like you’re in Enchanted April: our tip
Walking along the harbour, exploring the coastal bays or simply stopping in front of the sea is the best way to immerse yourself in the dreamy and refined atmosphere of this Ligurian village.
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