Seen it? Visit it! Best California Movie Locations To Visit
Do you love watching movies? Take a look below at the movie and location lists and plan a vacation (or day trip) to these amazing locations. Bring a camera and may the adventure begin.
By The Movie
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Riding on the coattails of Marvels Avengers, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. is often shot on location in Southern California in places like Culver City, near Chinatown in L.A., Thousand Oaks, and Malibu. Check out this great site for a list of locations and maps.
From schmoesknow
Psych
Though most of this hilarious detective show was filmed in Vancouver B.C. some of the beach scenes were shot in Santa Maria, Ca. Check out this article about the filming and location.
From crimespreemag
TRON
Where the past meets the present. The original TRON and the newer (2010) version used the same building, Flynn's located on the corner of Culver/Washington Blvd and Watseka Ave. You can visit it today!
From Seeing-Stars
Inception
This mind-bending movie may be far from being understood, but it's not too far to visit if you live in Los Angeles! Take a trip to 727 Wilshire Blvd to see where this was filmed:
From Seeing-Stars Or visit the Creative Artists Agency located in Century City, Los Angeles where some of the film was shot.
From Elektrodaily
Mrs. Doubtfire
And oldie, but a goodie. This classic movie featuring Robin Williams was filmed in San Francisco.
From Live For Films
X-Men: The Last Stand
Another San Francisco view in this action thriller.
From Marvel Films
The Princess Diaries
Portions of this movie were filmed in front of the Doheny Mansion located in Chester Place, Los Angeles. Boy has Anne Hathaway grown up!
From FanPop **Find an extensive list of movie locations in California here.
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The Biltmore
The scene for movies like Rocky II, Beverly Hills Cop, Wedding Crashers, Ghostbusters and more, the Biltmore is the perfect backdrop for cinematic beauty.
Flickr-Roger
Chinatown
There is always some type of action taking place in Chinatown. The same is true for many movies shot in this sweet location, like Lethal Weapon 4, Rush Hour.
Flickr - Michael Locke
Griffith Observatory
From episodes of MacGuyver to movies like Rebel Without A Cause and The Terminator, the Griffith Observatory is popular for movie locations. It's also a fantastic place to visit, so 'kill two birds with one stone' by visiting this amazing location.
Flickr - Corey Dorsey
Santa Monica Pier
Popular not only for films that have been shot here, but for the fun atmosphere and theme park located on the pier, Santa Monica has the perfect vibe for movies. Some features you may recognize are Forrest Gump, Beverly Hills Cop III, The Sting.
Flickr - Beau Rogers
Union Station
Union Station is the place to go! The fun, hustle and bustle atmosphere adds to charm and you're sure to recognize it from movies like Pearl Harbor, Speed, Star Trek: First Contact, and The Italian Job among others.
From E.A. Creative Photography
Vasquez Rocks
These are more than just rock formations, they are iconic in film history! You may recognize them from movies like Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home, The Flintstones (movie), The Scorpion King, and Short Circuit. They are also a very popular place to hike and for photographers to do fun sessions at. Check out the park, you won't regret it. Trust us, it rocks ;)
Flickr-Jim Sources: Seeing Stars, Go California, Movie Locations Cover Photo: Flickr - When I Was A Bird
