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The Italian Job

Fifty years on, why doesn’t turin reminisce about its starring role in, the italian job , “you were only supposed to blow the bloody doors off”.

Turin is truly one of my favourite European cities to visit. Some say it has echoes of Paris and Vienna about it with its elegant Baroque architecture and silver-service cafe culture. Others suggest it is reminiscent of a golden age of romance with its sweeping porticoes and classic orange tramcars. Personally, Turin ( Torino in Italian) reminds me of Britain, or rather 1960s Britain, or rather a movie that is celebrated for capturing 1960s British culture:  The Italian Job .

The Italian Job Film with Turin As Its Backdrop

The Italian Job remake using Mini Cooper toy cars.

Often cited as one of the best British films ever made, The Italian Job is a classic comedy caper filmed primarily on location in Turin in 1968, and first released in cinemas in 1969. Petty thief Charlie Croker – played by a young and rather handsome Michael Caine – leads a team of hapless cockney crooks through the streets of the Piedmont capital in an entourage of Mini Coopers filled with gold that the gang have just stolen from the city. The gang’s escape is hampered by a citywide traffic jam that they themselves deliberately created to distract the local police and Mafia chasing after them. As a result, the route the gang have to take to get out of the city is certainly alternative, with the Minis literally driving through some of Turin’s key architectural buildings and iconic landmarks.

The Italian Job vintage photo of Minis going down stairs in Palazzo Madama source: moviemarket.com/title/the-italian-job

They first drive down (yes, drive down!) the beautiful Baroque staircase of the Palazzo Madama , through (yes, through) the Galleriae dell’Industria Subalpina and San Federico, along the crowded porticoes of Via Roma and down into the subway tunnels of Porta Nuova.

Matchbox Minis passing through Turin’s Galleria San Federico. It was here that the police motorcyclist pursuing the Mini Coopers in the movie, skidded across the freshly washed floor to the annoyance of the cleaner who had just finished washing it.

They interrupt a wedding on the steps of the Chiesa di Gran Madre di Dio and are chased onto the iconic sail-shaped roof of the Palavela, before being pursued around the legendary FIAT factory rooftop racing track in Lingotto .

On the steps of Chiesa di Gran Madre di Dio. Thankfully, there was no wedding procession to interrupt here the day this photo was taken.

The Minis are then seen jumping off the roof in a stunt even Evel Knievel would have probably said no to, before wading through the River Po and finally escaping out of Turin via the underground sewers (although those tunnel scenes were filmed in England). This seemingly impossible, sometimes death-defying and downright cheeky sequence created not just one of the most memorable car chase scenes in cinematic history, but also one of the best promotional films a city could wish for.

Palavela in Turin

Yet, it’s surprising that Turin doesn’t seem to make the most of its role in the movie. The Third Man starring Orson Welles, is another great (and far better) British movie, filmed in 1948 on location in Vienna. From the daily screenings, guided tours of the film locations, bars and clubs named in honour of it, and even a museum exclusively dedicated to the film itself, it is clear that even to this day Vienna is very proud of its role in the movie, and has capitalised on it effectively. In complete contrast in Turin, there appears to be a glaring lack of celebration or indeed awareness of the city’s role in a similarly acclaimed British movie starring a huge Hollywood star.

The Mole Antonelliana overlooks Turin

Even Turin’s iconic Mole Antonelliana, a beautiful and very distinct nineteenth century building originally designed to be a synagogue but now houses Italy’s National Museum of Cinema, appears to make no reference to The Italian Job whatsoever – certainly not when I’ve visited it – not even in its section dedicated to movies filmed in Turin itself! So, why is this the case?

As well as being a firm favourite with Mini Cooper enthusiasts, The Italian Job is also particularly popular with England football fans as it makes numerous references to the beautiful game and glows in the pride of England being the then reigning World Cup champions (the movie was made shortly after England’s only success to date back in 1966). With the latest World Cup tournament taking place in Russia, no doubt The Italian Job will be streamed and watched far more often than usual in Britain during the next few weeks, if only to reminisce over a time when we were the champions. Although we are now generally far better behaved, it is understandable that others may not want to associate themselves with our past laddish football culture, and this maybe one reason why Turin has stayed relatively quiet about its role in The Italian Job .

More obviously, The Italian Job is a typically British movie, where the Brits trick, foil and triumph over their enemy, in this case the Italians. The portrayal of Italians in the movie is also admittedly not the most flattering with endless caricatures of Mafia mobsters, bumbling police officers and rotund middle-aged housewives. So, not wanting to celebrate a movie that generally ridicules its own nation and people could possibly be another reason.

Scene from The Italian Job filmed in Palazzo Carignano Source: moviemarket.com/title/the-italian-job

Yet, the star of the movie is arguably shown in the best and most positive light possible. No, not Michael Caine, but Turin itself. The film portrays and showcases a beautiful, friendly city with a rich culture, stunning architecture and breath-taking Alp-lined landscapes. If it hadn’t been for The Italian Job – a favourite of mine for many years – I cannot say whether Turin would have been high on my list of destinations to visit. Thank goodness it was, because on my very first visit there back in 2003 I was taken in by its charm and elegance and, as a result, have visited it numerous times since.

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of The Italian Job

In fact my latest visit to Turin was in April 2018, but it wasn’t just a flying visit. I was there on a mission…2019 marks the fiftieth anniversary of the first release of The Italian Job  and to celebrate this (as well as an excuse to visit Turin again) I decided to make my own film about it. My intention was for it to be an amateur remake using a remote control Mini Cooper toy car and a handful of Matchbox models to recreate some of the key car chase scenes in the very Torinese locations they were originally filmed in.

The locals were very accommodating, allowing me to get on with the task at hand, never interfering and never officious. Out of curiosity, some politely enquired what I was up to, although most looked blankly back at me when I mentioned The Italian Job (this general response however, may well have been a lot to do with my dreadful grasp of Italian). Some seemed bemused by a toy car whizzing past them in the porticoes and gallerie, but most were unfazed and even gracious when I accidentally drove the car into the odd passing ankle. One older gentleman evidently did realise what I was up to as he serenaded me with a la-la version of the movie’s opening theme tune ‘On Days Like These’. That touching gesture made my day.

For various reasons, my final piece – now uploaded onto YouTube for the world to see (and hopefully to give a ‘thumbs up’) – ended up more as a homage to The Italian Job than a remake, celebrating not just the movie but also the city itself. In hindsight though, that’s how it should have been. The Italian Job may not be held highly in the general consciousness of the people of Turin for whatever reason but, for me at least, there cannot be one without the other.

The Italian Job Revisited in 2003

As I’ve already said, if it hadn’t been for an appreciation of The Italian Job , I may not have discovered the charm and beauty of Turin. Yet, without Turin what kind of film would it   have been? An Americanised version of The Italian Job was made in 2003 , starring Charlize Theron and Mark Wahlberg. It was set in Venice to justify the use of the original title and presumably to use an Italian city that most Americans would have actually heard of. It is not a bad remake, but personally I feel Venice didn’t create quite the same level of charm and endearment that Turin gave to the original.

So, in making a film about one, I couldn’t possibly ignore the other. Both had to feature equally and hand-in-hand. My piece is not perfect, but I’m proud of the overall result, and if my small contribution to the world of The Italian Job and the city of Turin inspires at least one person to enquire further about either or indeed both, then it will have been well worth all the effort…

…and if the Mole Antonelliana, Turin’s National Museum of Cinema , is planning an exhibition on The Italian Job  to celebrate the film’s 50th anniversary, then I will book my ticket right away! In the meantime, click the following link so you can view my remake-homage-documentary to Turin and The Italian Job

And here’s an interesting video highlighting the making of the 1969 film, The Italian Job

Enjoy. TLT x

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I first visited Turin in 1993. My only knowledge of the city was that FIAT cars were made there and The Italian Job was filmed on its busy streets. By 2002 I had moved to the city with my wife and son. A few days after we moved into our neglected fourth floor apartment we went and bought a TV. No guesses as to what was the first film we watched! Here we were in the city it was made, watching it more than 30 years on, amongst the boxes and dust that were forming our new life in Italy.

A friend showed us the 'Palazzo a Vela', that huge curved roof the Minis drove on. Then we found other locations - the church steps, the weir. Most of the locations unchanged and completely recognisable. I was hooked on finding all the locations I could and putting together a guided tour so others could enjoy the experience too.

The tour was a great success, taking people around in a classic Mini, but life changes and I had to stop conducting them. Not wanting to rob anyone of the chance to see the places or our knowledge go to waste, we decided to put this guide together.

No other publication, article or Web site is as accurate or definitive. We researched everything very carefully and worked out the best ways of seeing all these fabulous places to make The Italian Job lives on.

I'm certain you will be as thrilled as I was when I first saw these locations. You will fall in love with the film all over again and Turin will become an outstanding memory in your life. Trust me!

THE PDF TOUR GUIDE INCLUDES:

• Film notes - information about the film's making
• Turin notes - information about the city and the places you will visit
• Photographs and clear maps of Italian Job locations
• Bus and tram routes

The guide is in two sections

The Turin City Tour and The Alps Tour

The Turin City Tour Locations include:

• The church steps
• The roof jump
• The colonnades
• The chicken snatch
• Driving down stairway
• Rooftop race track

And many more!!

The Alps Tour locations include:

• Where the coach hangs over the edge
• Minis thrown from the back of the coach
• The Lamborghini Miura crash tunnel
• Meeting the mafia in the Alps

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The roof of the former Fiat factory, now a Hilton / Image: Tim E White

Relive The Italian Job in Turin

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Words by Emma Cooke

For lovers of classic films and cinematic tourism, it doesn’t get much better than Turin. This, after all, is the backdrop to The Italian Job – the greatest crime caper ever, and swinging by the iconic structures featured in the movie is a whole lot of fun. Just follow this Mini map through Italy’s elegant northern city.

Stop 1: Church of Santa Maria al Monte dei Cappuccini

Want to get the full measure of the city and its impressive surroundings before you start exploring? Drive up to the Church of Santa Maria al Monte dei Cappuccini at sunset for the most comprehensive views of Turin’s mountain-backed skyline. On a clear day, you can even see the distinctive peak of the Matterhorn.

Stop 2: Villa della Regina

Built in the 17th century, this sprawling villa on the outskirts of Turin is surrounded by lovely gardens, fountains and pavilions and has been open to the public since 2006. It is here where Charlie Croker (played by Michael Caine) and his crew battle last-minute nerves as they make their final preparations for the heist.

Stop 3: Gran Madre di Dio

This squat 19th century neo-classical church is one of the most memorable obstacles in the way of Croker’s getaway vehicles as the iconic red, blue and white Mini Coopers tumble down the steep steps in front of the building, interrupting a wedding along the way.

Stop 4: The Fiat factory

The Italian Job’s most audacious stunt – the Minis jumping between buildings – was filmed at the then Fiat factory (now the DoubleTree by Hilton Turin Lingotto), which has the remarkable Lingotto Racetrack on the roof. Once used to test cars, the course has panoramic views across Turin and is ideal for a surreal morning stroll.

Stop 5: Torino Palavela

An indoor arena built for the Italia 1961 Expo and restored in 2006 for the  Winter  Olympics, the Palavela and its unusual roof, which slopes all the way to the ground, was just too much to resist for filmmakers who drove the Minis up the structure – much to the chagrin of local authorities.

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Visit the places where 'The Italian Job' was filmed

By Matthew Field

The Italian Job is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2019. Often voted the best British film ever made, it caught the zeitgeist of the 1960s. Loaded with swagger and some of the smartest performance cars of the period, the crime caper is famed for its endlessly quotable dialogue – altogether now, 'You're only supposed to blow the bloody doors off!' – and one of the most impressive getaways in celluloid history. It stars Michael Caine as Cockney wide-boy Charlie Croker, who leads a band of lovable British rogues to pull off a daring gold heist before escaping across the gridlocked city of Turin in three Mini Coopers. Masterminding the job from the confines of his prison cell is crime kingpin Mr Bridger, played by Noël Coward. Oh, and Benny Hill pops up too. Watching the film now, 1969 feels like another country, just three years after England's World Cup win – and with its antagonistic them-and-us attitude to Europe, is impossible to watch without seeing it through the filter of Brexit. Here are some definitive locations to set your GPS for.

The Italian Alps

The Italian Job begins on the Great St Bernard Pass high up in the Italian Alps, as a lone figure in an orange Lamborghini Miura P400 negotiates the hairpin bends to the dreamy strains of ‘On Days Like These’ sung by Matt Monro. Lamborghini employee Enzo Moruzzi delivered the Miura to the set: ‘I knew this was a very English production because everyone was sitting around drinking a lot of tea! Members of the crew were always asking to drive the Miura and I said, "Absolutely not!" The only two people who drove it were Rossano Brazzi and me.’

Doubling for Wormwood Scrubs in London was the disused Kilmainham Gaol at Inchicore, just outside Dublin , Ireland . It was used for the opening scene in which Charlie Croker leaves prison and later Noël Coward’s triumphant walk down the central staircase once the robbery has been successfully executed in Turin. Kilmainham is the infamous site where the leaders of the Easter Rising of 1916 were executed. The Irish Free State closed the prison in 1924. Michael Caine recalls shooting there was an extraordinary experience. ‘All these things had gone on that were rather terrifying. And you wound up with this extraordinary thing – 200 Irish extras going “ England , England!” in Kilmainham Gaol, which is the symbol of British oppression in Ireland. No one said, “We’re not doing it” or “I’m walking out.” They did it. I thought it was the most amazing thing.’

Royal Lancaster Hotel, London

Charlie Croker celebrates his freedom from prison at the smart Royal Lancaster Hotel . Directed to the penthouse he finds his girlfriend, Lorna, has filled it with bikini-clad women as a ‘coming out’ present. The Royal Lancaster in Bayswater had only been open a year when it was featured in The Italian Job . Its chic Sixties decor made it a fashionable hangout. The current general manager, Sally Beck, says, ‘Rock stars would stay here, so that orgy scene wasn’t far off what was actually happening.’

Notting Hill, London

Described in the screenplay as a ‘dolly bird’, Charlie Croker’s girlfriend, Lorna (Maggie Blye), has certainly not transcended the clichés of the time, but she personifies the swinging spirit of the decade. ‘Lorna’s Gaff’ is described in the screenplay as a large room, ‘almost like a New York loft’. It’s packed with bric-a-brac and decorated in a vibrant 1960s colour scheme; production designer Disley Jones built it as an interior set at Twickenham Studios. The exterior is located at 18 Denbigh Close, just off Portobello Road, London W11.

Arranging a bogus funeral for his Great Aunt Nellie, Mr Bridger gives Croker and his mob one final briefing before they set off for Italy. These scenes were filmed at Cruagh Cemetery on the outskirts of Dublin. In his diaries Noël Coward wrote about his co-star fondly: ‘Michael Caine is a darling to work with, swift, efficient and with a comforting sense of humour. It’s incredible to think, listening to his light, charming speaking voice, that he started life as a cockney barrow boy in Whitechapel. We had a lovely time working together and I enjoyed every scene I played with him.’

Villa Della Regina, Turin

Hiding out in a villa on the outskirts of Turin, Croker and the mob make their final preparations. They’re gathered in the main hall and the tension builds as last-minute nerves take hold. Croker leaves the getaway drivers with one last piece of information: ‘Just remember, in this country they drive on the wrong side of the road.’ These scenes were filmed at the Villa Della Regina, a large estate overlooking the city. Built in the 17th century, the palace stands among Italianate gardens, pavilions and fountains.

Turin city centre

This bird’s-eye view of the Piazza di Citta showcases the scale of the robbery the English gang are about to carry out. Writer Troy Kennedy Martin recalled, ‘There comes a point in my films where it becomes much darker. And the one here is when you see these guys – cheerful-chappie Cockneys – really get to work on the guards on the bullion van .’

Palazzo Carignano, Turin

The Minis unload the gold from the bullion van as the police attempt to break down the large oak doors. The oval-shaped Palazzo Carignano, in the centre of the city, is a fine example of Piedmontese baroque architecture, dating from 1679 and inspired by the Louvre – it’s possible to step inside, as it houses the National Museum of the Risorgimento.

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Minis in the Palavela, Turin

From day one, Troy Kennedy Martin built the concept of a getaway in Minis into the heart of his script: ‘I decided to use the Mini because it was the icon, it really was, what made the Sixties the Sixties. It was full of character, it was very British. I was attempting to show this [modern] young Britain, and the Mini was right at the centre of it. They [were] egalitarian – a prince or a student could own one.’

Gran Madre di Dio, Turin

This scene was shot outside the Gran Madre di Dio in central Turin. Stunt arranger Rémy Julienne recalls the challenges: ‘[Originally] we planned a straightforward descent, but that would have looked a bit dull in comparison to some other stunts in the movie. As the stairs were so huge and the Minis so tiny, we made them cross each other on their way down, to add something more. We could not keep repeating it as the cars really suffered going down the steps. Even though, when you look at it, it does not look that difficult, we were always on the verge of rolling over.’

Palavela, Turin

Built for the Italia 1961 Expo, the Palavela was restored in 2006 for the Winter Olympics hosted by Turin. In the film the Minis race up a rickety ramp hotly pursued by the police. The Italian authorities were frightened the roof was going to collapse and refused the filmmakers permission. Actor Michael Standing remembers: “‘The director, Peter Collinson, was really a chancer. Someone said to the guy who ran the museum, “They are running cars up on the roof.” This guy went nuts. Collinson wanted to get the shot, so he hid [and] kept out of the way until the scene was finished. Meanwhile, we carried on filming.’

Fiat Factory, Turin

Filmed at the Fiat factory in Turin, this was by far the most audacious and dangerous stunt in the film. Producer Michael Deeley remembers his concern: ‘I was told that, as the person in charge of the enterprise, I would be the one held liable if there was an accident. I would immediately be nabbed and thrown into a Turin jail if something went wrong. Thus, we arranged there would be a getaway car by the side door of the factory and a plane fuelled and ready at the airport. If the worst happened, I could argue my case from outside the country rather than from inside an Italian cell.’

River Po, Turin

The scene of the Minis crossing the weir was filmed on the River Po, which runs through the centre of Turin. Rémy Julienne visited the site prior to filming and immediately knew it was going to be difficult: ‘The current was very strong and there was moss [on the river bed] and that is really slippery. So I requested tyres with spikes like the ones used in the Monte Carlo Rally.”

Aosta, Italy

Michael Caine relaxes between takes, pictured here in Aosta, Italy with the coach featured in the film’s finale. The literal cliffhanger ending, with the coach seesawing over a mountain precipice, has become as famous as the Mini Coopers themselves. Caine was not a fan: ‘I didn’t like the ending. “Hang on a minute lads, I’ve got a great idea.” BANG! End. We got a lot of flack for that. People didn’t like that ending.’

THE SELF PRESERVATION SOCIETY: 50 YEARS OF THE ITALIAN JOB by Matthew Field is based on more than 50 in-depth interviews with the cast and crew, and illustrated with hundreds of never-before-seen photographs and production documents, this new book takes a fascinating behind-the scenes look at how the film made its way to our screens. With a foreword by Sir Michael Caine and an introduction by producer Michael Deeley. Condé Nast Traveller readers can order the book with a 10 per cent discount directly from the publishers at porterpress.co.uk by using discount code ‘TRAVEL10’.

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Emerging from the Galleria San Federico, Turin

In the Italian Alps.

Villa Della Regina, outside Turin.

Michael Caine and Noël Coward acting in the funeral scene of The Italian Job.

Actors on location for the funeral scene of The Italian Job.

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THE ULTIMATE ITALIAN JOB TOUR TO COMMEMORATE THE MOVIE'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY

The 'once in a lifetime' event to celebrate the iconic film, The Italian Job 1,400-mile, 11-day Tour taking in The Italian Job roads and locations.

Star cars from the film taking part

Three days in Turin with key personalities involved in making the film

Rare opportunity to drive on the rooftop test track at Lingotto

Classic car owners are being invited to commemorate the 50th anniversary of The Italian Job on an extraordinary 11-day driving tour which takes in many of the famous roads and locations featured in the movie. The Ultimate Italian Job Tour, created by Classics on the Road and the Jaguar E-type Club, will treat drivers and their companions to some of Europe's most fabulous roads and scenery as its route passes through France, Italy and Switzerland between October 6th and 17th 2019.

Highlights of the Tour will include a driving experience on the rooftop test track of Fiat's former Lingotto factory in Turin, which appeared in the movie's legendary car chase; driving some of the most spectacular mountain roads in Europe; and an evening with key personalities involved in making the film.

Participants in the Ultimate Italian Job Tour will be accompanied throughout the 1,400-mile drive by a swarm of red, white and blue Minis, and by the red Jaguar E-type roadster, orange Lamborghini Miura P400, and silver Aston Martin DB4 convertible seen in the movie. The Tour visits the St. Bernard Pass, scene of the film's opening credits, where the Miura was blown-up in a tunnel and the E-type and DB4 also met their fates.

While in Turin, Tour participants will spend a few days in the company of The Italian Job producer Michael Deeley; stunt director R̩my Julienne; actor David Salamone, who played Dominic, one of Charlie Croker's gang of 'Chinless Wonders'; and subject-expert Matthew Field, whose new book, The Self Preservation Society Р50 years of The Italian Job, will be published later this year.

The three-day Italian Job experience will also include a private screening of the film; a 'soirée' hosted by Field; a Walking Tour in the city of car-chase locations with commentary by Field, visiting the Baroque staircase of the Palazzo Madama, the crowded porticoes on Via Roma, the cathedral steps and the weir on the River Po. Tour participants will also receive a copy of his book.

In keeping with its theme, the Ultimate Italian Job Tour is open exclusively to E-types, and to pre-1970 Lamborghinis, Aston Martins, and Minis. The price – €5,495 per person in double occupancy or €6,575 per person in single occupancy – includes accommodation in carefully selected four- and five-star hotels in France and Italy; three lunches and 10 dinners; a comprehensive Road Book with Tulip notes, maps, rally plates, information about places being visited, and recommendations of other places worth seeing; a private evening screening of The Italian Job; and guided visits to the Domaine Pommery champagne cellars, Arc-et-Senans Royal Saltworks, Museo Nazionale dell Automobile in Turin, Mont Blanc Skyway, and Matisse Museum in Le Cateau-Cambrésis.

Tour participants will be accompanied by the event organisers, including E-type Club co-founders Philip and Julie Porter in their E-type, the original Italian Job roadster, 848 CRY ; a film crew and professional photographer; and a mechanic.

Philip Porter commented: “The Ultimate Italian Job Tour is going to be amazing. It will be unique and probably the last opportunity to celebrate this iconic movie with key people from the film, combined with fantastic driving, the star cars and informed visits to most of the charismatic locations”.

To find out more about the Ultimate Italian Job Tour or reserve a place, please visit www.classicsontheroad.com Jaguar E-type Club

Founded 15 years ago by Philip and Julie Porter, the Club has members in more than 50 countries. Porter has written 30 motoring books, including a number on Jaguars, and owns two early E-types of historical significance: the prototype registered '9600 HP', which was the first Fixed Head Coupé and one of the pair which launched the E-type at Geneva in 1961; and the roadster '848' CRY , which appeared in The Italian Job. The E-type Club's patron is Norman Dewis ( OBE ), who joined Jaguar in 1952 as Chief Test Driver and helped develop production and competition cars including the E-type.

Classics on the Road Classics on the Road specialises in organising tours and events for classic and sports cars, encouraging the enjoyment of driving on unfamiliar roads and visiting new places. Classics on the Road's precise tailoring of events includes the selection of memorable routes, hotels, restaurants, and sightseeing locations.

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The Italian Job

Rome - Turin

Stops on this Route:

• Porto Santo Stefano
• Siena Cathedral
• San Gimignano

Stop 1: Rome 1/15

Rome is teeming with stunning architecture, from the majesty of the Colosseum, the largest amphitheater ever built, to the legendary Trevi fountain. Explore the streets of Rome and discover the leftover relics of the empire sitting side by side with centuries of art and architectural flair. Pay homage at the Vatican City, the spiritual center of the Roman Catholic faith, or explore classic architecture, fascinating museums and beautiful gardens. Spend some time just soaking up the breathtaking beauty of St. Peter’s Square – a truly stunning setting lined with awe-inspiring buildings.

00120 Vatican City, Rome, Italy

https://www.turismoroma.it/en?lang=en

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Stop 2: Bracciano 2/15

Just a short distance from Rome but worlds apart, the quaint town of Bracciano offers stunning views out across its volcanic lake and medieval castle. Delve into the rich history and architecture of the area and step back through the centuries with a tour around Castello Orsini-Odescalchi. Wander through lavish rooms and revel in 600 years of Italian finery. If the weather is good, take a scenic walk around the beautiful Lake Bracciano and try your hand at the watersports offered here, ranging from canoeing to scuba diving.

Bracciano, 00062 Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy

https://braccianoguide.com/

Stop 3: Porto Santo Stefano 3/15

Located in the Tuscany region, the seaport town of Porto Santo Stefano is the ideal stop-off, giving you the chance to get out of the bustling historical hotspots and onto the beach. Take a stroll down the promenade by the sea and watch the sun set over the Italian shores, then sample delicious seafood at one of the many tempting restaurants. For something more adventurous, explore the history of Fortezza Spagnola, a Spanish fortress offering stunning views of the coast. .

Porto Santo Stefano, 58019 Province of Grosseto, Italy

https://www.visittuscany.com/en/destinations/porto-santo-stefano/

Stop 4: Perugia 4/15

Widely regarded as one of Umbria’s most enchanting locations, Perugia is a resplendent sight to behold. Perched on top of a hill, it’s a town peppered with everything from opulently carved medieval marble fountains to renaissance frescos. Wind your way up the hillside through stone arches and past blooming flowerpots to the center. Once inside the historic walls, explore cathedrals unspoiled by the passage of time, shop in charming boutiques and follow the evolution of art through the centuries in the town’s alluring galleries.

06123 Perugia PG, Italy

https://www.marthasitaly.com/articles/158/perugia-travel-guide

Stop 5: Siena Cathedral 5/15

A visit to central Tuscany wouldn’t be complete without experiencing the medieval wonder that is Siena. Explore the Piazza del Campo, a UNESCO world heritage site and the historic heart of the city. Here, you can immerse yourself in one of the many festivals held here throughout the year. The most anticipated of these is the Palio, a traditional horse race around the square that provides a thrilling spectacle, all in the shadow of the city’s towering and ornately decorated cathedral.

Piazza del Duomo, 8, 53100 Siena SI, Italy

https://www.discovertuscany.com/itineraries-in-tuscany/one-day-in-siena.html

Stop 6: San Gimignano 6/15

Set a course for Florence and you’ll first come across the quaint hill town of San Gimingnano. Known as the Town of Fine Towers, enjoy a tour of its narrow network of streets. Look up as you meander through the alleyways and you’ll spot the iconic medieval towers that loom above the town’s trademark terracotta roofs. To get a feel for how the city has evolved with time, head to the San Gimignano 1300 museum where you’ll find an intricate reimagining of the town as it was more than 700 years ago.

53037 Province of Siena, Italy

http://www.turismo.pisa.it/en/

Stop 7: Pisa 7/15

When in Italy, stopping off to see one of its most famous icons – the Leaning Tower of Pisa – is a must. An accidental architectural feat, the tower’s very creation was a medieval miracle. Even more miraculous is how it has kept the trademark lean in the centuries since. While you’re paying a visit, be sure to wander further around the Square of Miracles, which incorporates the tower, gazing in awe at the no less impressive Piazza del Duomo, Baptistery and Camposanto Monumentale – the walled cemetery.

56126 Pisa PI, Italy

http://www.firenzeturismo.it/en/

Stop 8: Florence 8/15

The capital of Tuscany has long been the home of Renaissance art, and no visit to Florence would be complete without taking the chance to catch a glimpse of some of the most famous pieces ever created. Explore the Uffizi Gallery and discover Botticelli’s Birth of Venus, or head to the Galleria dell’Accademia to stare in wonder at Michelangelo’s David, perhaps the most famous sculpture of all time. Meanwhile, the Leonardo da Vinci Museum showcases the genius of his visionary inventions.

50122 Firenze FI, Italy

https://www.bolognawelcome.com/en/

Stop 9: Bologna 9/15

Visit bustling Bologna and witness the seamless marriage of old and new that gives the city its unique charm. Head to the central square of Piazza Maggiore day or night to explore a collection of cafes and historical sites, or head to the nearby Piazza del Nettuno to take in the elaborate Fountain of Neptune. For a tranquil escape from this busy city, visit the Park of Montagnola, particularly stunning during the Fall months, when the fallen leaves transform the park’s floor into a vibrant carpet of red and orange.

40123 Bologna BO, Italy

https://www.travlinmad.com/blog/first-timers-guide-to-bologna-italy

Stop 10: Modena 10/15

Arguably the home of the supercar, Modena is the birthplace of Ferrari, with rivals Lamborghini, Maserati and Pagani all Bolognese neighbours. After you’ve toured the motoring museums, head to one dedicated to another of Modena’s most famous sons: the late opera legend Luciano Pavarotti. Discover a unique blend of innovation and tradition as you explore Modena’s art, music and cultural heritage. While here, be sure to sample the city’s speciality Balsamic vinegar in one of the many sumptuous restaurants.

41121 Modena MO, Italy

http://www.turismo.comune.parma.it/en/welcome-to-tourist-office-parma

Stop 11: Parma 11/15

Famous across the gastronomical world for the cheese and ham it lends its name to, the cultural cacophony that is Parma is a great place to grab a bite to eat. By day, wander down its colorful, narrow streets and browse independent boutiques, historical marvels and scenic nature reserves. Later, indulge your taste buds in one of the many traditional restaurants before heading to the grand Teatro Regio for a once-in-a-lifetime night at the opera.

43121 Parma PR, Italy

https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-guide/parma

Stop 12: Verona 12/15

One of the most iconic and romantic cities in the world, Verona was the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. But the history of the city stretches back much further than that. Formerly a Roman settlement with incredibly preserved relics still visible to this day – including Verona Arena – the city has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander through its streets and spot the traces of the world’s most famous empire that were left behind.

37121 Verona VR, Italy

https://www.arrivalguides.com/en/Travelguides/Europe/Italy/VERONA

Stop 13: Lake Garda 13/15

Escape the busy city lights and experience the crystal-clear waters of the stunning Lake Garda. Visit the resort town of Sirmione and explore Scaligero Castle, a medieval marvel which offers stunning views overlooking the water, as well as the nearby Roman villa at Grotte di Catullo. For something more action-packed, visit Gardaland, an immersive amusement park featuring wild rides, an impressive aquarium and plenty of seasonal events.

Sirmione, 25019 Province of Brescia, Italy

http://www.visitgarda.com/en/garda_lake/

Stop 14: Milan 14/15

For a sample of Milan’s rich history, visit the impressive Duomo, Milan’s iconic cathedral. As the fifth-largest Christian church in the world, this majestic structure also hosts the highest number of gothic statues in one place, as well as an array of cultural, historical and artistic charms to gaze in awe at. The capital of both fashion and design, Milan is also the perfect place to shop. Enjoy designer boutiques, vintage treasures and independent delights inside stunning architectural buildings and on grand shopping streets.

Piazza del Duomo, 20122 Milano MI, Italy

https://www.worldtravelguide.net/guides/europe/italy/milan/

Stop 15: Turin 15/15

Turin is a place of automotive pilgrimage. In 1969 movie The Italian Job, Michael Caine stars as British criminal mastermind Charlie Croker – whose gang rolls into town in three Mini Coopers to steal huge amounts of gold bullion. After their cunning heist, they escape by driving down the Palazzo Madama’s stairs, through Via Roma’s porticoes and down even more steps outside the church of Gran Madre di Dio. Next, they race across the Palavela’s sail-shaped roof and up onto the Fiat factory’s rooftop test track – today, the iconic Lingotto building is home to a shopping mall, exhibition spaces and a hotel. Explore it all at a more sedate pace on your journey – and try not to blow the doors off.

Turin, Metropolitan City of Turin, Italy

https://www.turismotorino.org/en

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The traffic jam wide shots in Turin wasn't filled with extras creating a 'Hollywood' jam, but a real jam with some crew in the midst of it. One camera crew set up on one of the tallest building in Turin, then the canteen van blocked off one exit from the city, the camera van the second and the lighting van the third exit. It was lunch and everyone was driving home, it caused chaos. The bullion van then battled through the traffic followed by the gang in their Land Rover, driven by actor George Innes (Bill Bailey) who learned to drive just for this scene. Stunt company Havoc, owned by Derek Ware (Rozzer) supplied the action when the bullion van was attacked in the packed piazza although Havoc wasn't credited.

The shots where the Cooper's were being loaded with the bullion was in Palazzo Carignano and where they drive around the block and down the stairs was shot in Palazzo Madama. The local shopkeepers around Palazzo Carignano weren't happy as the street had been closed off, so the production team had to pay off the local Mafia, who paid off the shopkeepers! The manager of Palazzo Madama asked the stunt drivers what was coming into his Palazzo, he was told a few 'machines', which translated into Italian could mean camera... or car, so he was horrified when three Coopers blazed in as he was expecting a few large cameras!!! Eventually the stairway was covered in plywood to protect the old stone steps.

After negotiating the steps, the Mini's drove through an arcade. The original arcade location had to be abandoned as one stubborn shopkeeper wanted more money than everyone else. Eventually the scene was shot in two arcades. The first being Galleria dell'Industria, the second in Galleria San Federico - this was where the motorcyclist comes off his bike on the freshly mopped floor.

The three Coopers hide from the Italian Police in a large garage forecourt, by parking next to a set of new Minis under a big sign which reads 'Innocenti'. Innocenti was an Italian firm bought out by BMC who used to assemble Minis for the continent. Innocenti ultimately redesigned the Mini bodyshell to look like something similar to a FIAT Panda.

The Gran di Dio church steps that the Minis slide down are right in front of the weir that they later travel through. This can be seen quite clearly in the black and white film Mr. Bridger watches. However, the Coopers could not have come from behind the church as in the film, as it is a dead-end.

The dome roof sequence was filmed on the top of Mostre in the Italia 61 Exhibition Park, central Turin. The slope that they drove up was specially constructed for the scene, although some of the crew had questioned the strength of the roof, it was a full success.

The racetrack the Coopers end up on is actually at the top of the famous FIAT factory in Turin, which was hailed as a triumph of production-engineering. The whole building is a giant spiral production line. Raw materials for the cars would enter at the bottom of the building and progress up to the track at the top, where the finished car would be tested.

The infamous 'Three Mini' jump was also filmed at the Turin factory. The three cars were hoisted up to the one roof, and Remy Julienne calculated that each car would have to be moving at 50mph to do the jump. The street underneath was disguised by putting tables out and bunting. Speaking in the Channel 4 documentary, Julienne remembered that all the FIAT employees turned out as extras, and all said goodbye to him because they thought he was going to be killed.

The entrance and exits to the sewer sequence were in Turin, but the actual 'in tunnel' footage was shot in the Birmingham-Coventry Tithebarn main sewer located in Stoke Aldermoor in Coventry, which was under construction at the time. The Coopers then had to negotiate the weir on Turin's River Po.

The infamous 'Blue Danube' missing scene, where the Coopers gracefully side around on ice with the Italian police cars was shot in an exhibition hall in Turin.

Getting the Coopers onto the coach was shot on a new piece of unopened motorway in Turin. Getting them out of the coach was shot on the Italian side of the St. Bernard Pass in the Alps, which was ideal as it has over 20 hairpin bends!

Eventually the Herrington coach was left dangling over a cliff near Ceresole Reale in the Alps, after Ordnance Survey maps had been studied as well as flying over the area, although the 'in coach' shots were filmed back at Twickenham Studios.

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The Gran di Dio church as it is today. It was also featured in a recent Sterophonics video which shows that there are wrought iron gates at the bottom of the steps - these were most probably removed for filming in The Italian Job.

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