The Godfather · Filming location
Church of Sant'Orsola, Erice
In the story · The Godfather Part III (Michael meets Cardinal Lamberto)
A small medieval church at the edge of the hilltop town of Erice, with twin bells and a well in its courtyard. In Part III it is the entrance to the place where Michael, sick and tired of his crimes, goes to meet Cardinal Lamberto, a good priest who later hears his confession. A real filming location.
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Where to stand for the photo
From the courtyard, frame the front with the twin bells and the old well.
Getting there
- Address: Via Sant'Orsola, 91016 Erice TP
- Transport
- Erice is above Trapani, by car or cable car, about 1h30 from Palermo and more than 4 hours from Taormina.
- Access
- Church open at irregular times; the outside is free. Erice is often in cloud, so bring a jacket. Check before you go.
Public sources (2)
Sources found on October 21, 2026.
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We always say if it is:
- The real filming location
- A place standing in for it
- Inspired by the story
Every place checked against public sources
Production · film commissions · tourist boards · guides
We always say if it is:
- The real filming location
- A place standing in for it
- Inspired by the story
Every place checked against public sources
Production · film commissions · tourist boards · guides
We always say if it is:
- The real filming location
- A place standing in for it
- Inspired by the story