The 10 Mafia History Tours in Sicily Most Worth the Money

1.NO Mafia Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,431 reviews · 3 hours · from $40Our pick

Spend three hours walking Palermo’s historic center with a local guide, visiting Teatro Massimo, Il Capo market, the cathedral, and a memorial to judges and prosecutors killed by the Mafia. Learn how Addiopizzo and local businesses resist extortion. Tours run in English, Italian, French, and Spanish, with small groups available.

“A tour you shouldn't miss when visiting Sicily in general. Helps to realize how the life here is and what struggles the society has. Very authentic and informative! 10/10!”

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2.Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,011 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $39Top rated

Walk central Palermo with an English-speaking local guide and examine how the city resists mafia influence, from the Wall of Legality and courthouse memorial to businesses that reject extortion. The small-group tour also visits the Cathedral, Teatro Massimo and lively market streets. It lasts about three hours, ends near Piazza Pretoria and includes a contribution to Addiopizzo.

“Our guide, Sylvia, was superb. Extremely knowledgeable and obviously very passionate about no mafia mission. Highly recommended”

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3.Godfather Vs Mafia Tour with Pasta Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 313 reviews · from $134

Travel by air-conditioned minivan from Taormina to Savoca and Forza D’Agro, where you’ll walk among The Godfather filming locations, including Bar Vitelli and St. Lucy’s Church. Your English-speaking guide connects the movie to the real history of the Mafia. A pasta lunch and glass of Etna-region wine come with coastal views.

“Valerio was very polite, helpful and extremely knowledge. We enjoyed the experience, breathtaking views and you must watch the Godfather (ideally all three) before you head there! Would recommend to anyone! Lunch was delicious too - great spot!”

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4.Godfather vs Mafia Tour & Pasta Lunch (Small Group or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 304 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $156

From Taormina, Giardini Naxos, or Letojanni, an English-speaking guide takes you by air-conditioned minivan to Forza d’Agrò and Savoca, where The Godfather was filmed. See Bar Vitelli and the church used for Michael and Apollonia’s wedding, hear about the film and Mafia history, then sit down to pasta, bruschetta, and red wine.

“Excellent tour for Godfather fans. Our tour guide, Giovanni was fantastic and full of knowledge about The Godfather, mafia and the villages we visited. Thank you! Highly recommended.”

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5.Anti-Mafia Heroes Evening Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 172 reviews · from $39

In Palermo’s Kalsa neighborhood, an English-speaking guide leads a three-hour, one-mile walk to ten sites tied to the anti-mafia movement, including the birthplace of Giovanni Falcone and three crime locations. Expect stories, photos, historic streets, and an optional cafe stop. Guides include Angela and Andrea.

“We had a fantastic time with Angela - she‘s extremely knowledgeable about the Kalsa neighborhood, especially when it comes to its ties to the Mafia and the people who bravely fought to dismantle it. Would definitely recommend!”

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6.The Godfather Origins of Mafia: Corleone & Visit Monreale Duomo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $298

Leave Palermo at 8:30 a.m. in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide. Visit Corleone and its Mafia museum, then spend time in Monreale at the cathedral and hilltop town. Guides including Umberto and Cristian have helped guests with local history, photo stops, and, when possible, personal family-history requests.

“Learning about the Corleone people, the origins of the mafia and its history, visiting the cathedral in monreale. Eating fresh ricotta and sweets. Our guide Humberto was so nice made us feel like family! Very professional and we felt safe! I recommend without reservations.”

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7.Corleone: Guided Tour of the C.I.D.M.A – Anti-Mafia Movement

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 37 reviews · 1 hour · from $11Best value

At CIDMA in Corleone, a guide leads you through documents from the Palermo Maxi Trial and photographs by Letizia and Shobha Battaglia. The one-hour tour explores the history of the Mafia and the people who opposed it. Tours are offered in Italian, English, and Spanish, with admission and guide included.

“Más explicación sobre las fotografías y un poco más de historia sobre cómo lograron salir de eso.”

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8.Mafia Tour of Corleone with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $294

Travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle from Palermo to Corleone, where a museum guide explains Cosa Nostra, the Maxi Trial and anti-mafia judges Falcone and Borsellino. You’ll have free time for lunch and a cannolo, then visit Monreale Cathedral. Umberto is a guide name often associated with the tour, but a specific guide is not guaranteed.

“The tour was excellent! Our guide, Umberto, made an incredible experience for us. Top services. The Corleone Museum was a lifetime encounter with locals telling us the real story of Mafia. We got to hear very interesting facts about the Sicilian culture and history. Gratitude, Umberto! We had a wonderful time!”

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9.Anti-mafia Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 28 reviews · 3 hours · from $45

Ride Palermo’s old-town lanes, harbor-side routes and outskirts with an Italian- or English-speaking guide. Hear how the 1992 murders of Falcone and Borsellino stirred public resistance, and learn about grassroots groups such as Addiopizzo and Libera. The three-hour tour includes a bike and helmet, with a scheduled food-tasting stop.

“Stefano vertelde veel over de organisatie en het bestrijden van de maffia. Interessant!”

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10.Anti-Mafia Heroes (Cool Hours) Morning Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $39

In Palermo’s Kalsa, an English-speaking guide leads a 2.5-hour, one-mile walk through ten sites tied to anti-mafia history, including three major crime locations. You’ll see where Falcone was born, hear about the neighborhood’s past and present, and stop at a cafe for optional refreshments. Guide Angela has led small groups at a comfortable pace.

“Die Tour und vor allem die Erklärungen waren fantastisch, sehr lehrreich”

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