While tourist agency booklets make a good job of demonstrating the benefits of certain destinations, they instantly fall behind the scenes shot by the globally famous directors. As devoted movie fans are not put off by the post-war problems and terrorist threats of Tunisia to visit the locations of old Star Wars sets, it is no wonder that more convenient locations attract thousands of visitors intrigued by more modern franchises such as James Bond or Mission Impossible. Below is a list of the 5 best movie scene locations you can visit in 2019.
1. Venice
With the new “Spider-Man: Far from Home” movie quickly becoming an instant summer hit of 2019, it may serve as the final push to book a holiday trip to Venice, Italy for some movie lovers. Being one of the ultimate honeymoon locations, this city has hosted many famous movies ranging from the legendary Casino Royale and Moonraker movies from the James Bond franchise, to more romantic titles such as Bread and Tulips. Keep in mind that a three-day trip may not be enough for a wholesome experience including a trip to the Murano, Burano, and San Michelle islands. Alternatively, you may want to select a small number of absolute must-see locations and leave the others for a second visit.
2. Morocco
Continuing the action movie theme, the unique appearance of Morocco has been equally appealing to the directors of old classics like Lawrence of Arabia and the producers of modern blockbusters such as John Wick: Parabellum. With tourism quickly becoming one of the largest sources of country revenue, the government makes all possible efforts to make it one of the safest places for western tourists seeking exotic and affordable experiences. This location may be a good start for the travellers seeking a 60s-action-movies vibe with an Aladdin-inspired twist.
3. London
Excluding the obvious Sherlock Holmes references made by the globally recognised TV series and two Guy Ritchie films, London served as a background for such recent hits as Bohemian Rhapsody, Paddington, and Independence Day: Resurgence. While completing the obligatory themed tours around Tower, Big Ben, and other famous sights may keep you busy for several days, we would suggest choosing a less mainstream route if you really want to see everything this city has to offer. Sophisticated travellers can find almost anything from cinema-inspired tours for fans of Doctor Who, James Bond, Peaky Blinders or Harry Potter to small guided trips to Downton Abbey and iconic Game of Thrones locations.
4. Paris
While Paris is famous for its “See It and Die” motto, the last part of it is only obligatory for characters of the “Final Destination 5” movie. This city may be seen as a ‘one-stop-shop’ for cinema lovers since it was used to shoot hundreds of romantic movies, such as Amelie. It also served well for some recent action genre office box hits such as Mission: Impossible – Fallout, enigmatic thrillers such as Christopher Nolan’s Inception, and fantasy films including Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald. While Paris has much to offer, we would not recommend taking the route of the Da Vinci Code or Taken protagonists who saw all its sights in heated pursuit. When the attractions are this many, having a clear plan may be your only option.
5. New York
Finally, the Big Apple has been used as a set for multiple recent hits such as the latest Avengers movies and the award-winning Green Book. The highlights of its movie-themed city tours also include the sights related to globally famous TV series including Friends; How I Met Your Mother; and Daredevil. Your trip may take you anywhere from Daily Bugle and Oscorp offices in the Manhattan area to smaller pubs shown in your favourite film or TV franchises. This city may also be the best place in the world to visit during Christmas, since even your favourite movies cannot fully capture its holiday magic.
Since most of us do not possess teleportation skills for jumping to multiple locations in full Hayden Christensen ‘Jumper’ style, it may be a good idea to use both your movie preferences and thorough preparation when planning your dream trip. Many franchises have the exact locations of movie sets listed, as well as practical recommendations from other people on how to reach them. For example, the Starwars.com website provides fan-made photos and reviews while the James Bond website even lists the destinations by country and provides suggestions on planning your trip to maximise your ‘special agent immersion’. Make sure that you check the safety of the countries you visit, especially in the case of some Middle East locations. You may even want to prepare memorabilia and wearable merchandise to make your photos extra special and to enhance your experience.
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