The Godfather · Filming location
Villa Malfitano Whitaker
In the story · The Godfather Part III (the family villa in 'Bagheria')
A 19th-century villa built by the Whitakers, an English family of Marsala wine merchants, in a large garden. In Part III it plays the Corleones' villa in Bagheria, where the family stays and celebrates Anthony's opera debut. A real filming location, inside and out, standing in for Bagheria.
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Where to stand for the photo
From the garden path, frame the villa's front with the palm trees on either side.
Getting there
- Address: Via Dante 167, 90141 Palermo PA
- Transport
- In Palermo, about 30 minutes on foot or a short bus ride from the Teatro Massimo.
- Access
- Museum with an entrance fee; you may need to ring at the gate. Check before you go.
Public sources (1)
Sources found on October 21, 2026.
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
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