The Ultimate Set-Jetting Checklist: 20 Iconic Filming Locations to Visit

Discover the world's most breathtaking movie locations with our curated set-jetting guide. From Middle-earth to the steps of Philadelphia, explore 20 timeless cinematic destinations.

The Ultimate Set-Jetting Checklist: 20 Iconic Filming Locations to Visit
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    Hobbiton Movie Set, New Zealand

    Step into the lush rolling hills of the Shire. This perfectly preserved set in Matamata allows visitors to explore hobbit holes and enjoy a drink at the Green Dragon Inn.

    Matamata, New Zealand
  • 2.

    Old Town Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Wander through the limestone streets and medieval walls that served as the capital of the Seven Kingdoms, offering stunning views of the Adriatic Sea.

    Dubrovnik, Croatia
  • 3.

    Al Khazneh (The Treasury), Jordan

    An archaeological marvel carved into rose-red sandstone. This ancient city served as the dramatic final destination for the quest of the Holy Grail.

    Petra, Jordan
  • 4.

    Kualoa Ranch, USA

    Known as 'Hollywood’s Backlot,' this private nature reserve features the sweeping valleys where dinosaurs once roamed in cinematic history.

    Oahu, Hawaii
  • 5.

    Highclere Castle, United Kingdom

    Visit the grand Jacobethan country house that serves as the primary setting for the aristocratic Crawley family and their loyal staff.

    Hampshire, England
  • 6.

    Skellig Michael, Ireland

    A remote UNESCO World Heritage site featuring ancient monastic beehive huts, famously used as a secluded island refuge for a legendary Jedi.

    County Kerry, Ireland
  • 7.

    Alnwick Castle, United Kingdom

    This historic fortress provided the exterior for the world's most famous school of witchcraft and wizardry, offering broomstick training on its grounds.

    Northumberland, England
  • 8.

    Villa del Balbianello, Italy

    A stunning villa overlooking Lake Como, known for its terraced gardens and as the romantic setting for a secret intergalactic wedding.

    Lake Como, Italy
  • 9.

    Angkor Wat & Ta Prohm, Cambodia

    The jungle-choked ruins of Ta Prohm became world-famous as the backdrop for high-stakes tomb raiding and ancient mystery.

    Siem Reap, Cambodia
  • 10.

    The Rocky Steps, USA

    The 72 stone steps leading up to the Philadelphia Museum of Art are a pilgrimage site for fans wishing to recreate the ultimate triumph of the underdog.

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • 11.

    Mirabell Gardens, Austria

    Dance around the Pegasus Fountain and through the hedge tunnels where the von Trapp children famously sang their scales.

    Salzburg, Austria
  • 12.

    Aït Benhaddou, Morocco

    An ancient fortified village that has stood in for everything from Jerusalem to the pits of gladiatorial combat in numerous historical epics.

    Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • 13.

    Savoca & Forza d'Agrò, Italy

    These hilltop villages in Sicily remain virtually unchanged, allowing fans to sit at the same bar where Michael Corleone asked for Apollonia’s hand.

    Sicily, Italy
  • 14.

    Glenfinnan Viaduct, United Kingdom

    Wait for the steam train to cross this magnificent 21-arched viaduct to capture the real-world magic of the journey to Hogwarts.

    Scottish Highlands, Scotland
  • 15.

    Griffith Observatory, USA

    This iconic Art Deco landmark offers panoramic views of Los Angeles and served as the site of a pivotal planetarium dance sequence.

    Los Angeles, California
  • 16.

    The Dark Hedges, United Kingdom

    An atmospheric avenue of beech trees that transformed into the King’s Road, leading travelers through the mystical lands of Westeros.

    County Antrim, Northern Ireland
  • 17.

    Shibuya Crossing, Japan

    Experience the world's busiest intersection, famously captured as the neon-lit heart of Tokyo where characters find themselves 'lost' in the crowd.

    Tokyo, Japan
  • 18.

    Monument Valley, USA

    The quintessential landscape of the American West, defined by towering sandstone buttes that have hosted countless classic Western adventures.

    Arizona/Utah Border, USA
  • 19.

    The Stanley Hotel, USA

    This grand hotel inspired the isolation and supernatural occurrences of a legendary horror novel and its subsequent cinematic adaptation.

    Estes Park, Colorado
  • 20.

    Wadi Rum, Jordan

    The 'Valley of the Moon' features otherworldly red sands and rock formations, serving as the definitive stand-in for the desert planet of Arrakis.

    Wadi Rum, Jordan

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