Walk in the footsteps of your favorite films and TV shows. Movie tours take fans to iconic filming locations and behind-the-scenes spots around the world. Browse our full selection below and book securely online.
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Step onto the streets of New York where Carrie Bradshaw once strutted, walk the New Zealand hillsides that became Middle-earth, or stand inside the very pub where Peaky Blinders was filmed in Birmingham — Movie & TV Tours turn your screen obsessions into real, touchable experiences. Unlike standard sightseeing, these tours deliver a double layer of meaning: you're simultaneously exploring a real place and the fictional world layered over it. They attract die-hard fans who've rewatched every episode, curious travelers who simply want a more story-driven way to explore a city, and families looking for shared experiences anchored to beloved characters. Guides on these tours aren't just pointing at buildings — they're revealing behind-the-scenes secrets, sharing on-set anecdotes, and recreating iconic scenes you can photograph yourself into. Whether you're tracing Game of Thrones castles across Northern Ireland's coastline, hunting Harry Potter locations through Edinburgh's Old Town, or exploring Universal Studios' back lots in Hollywood, you'll find that the line between fiction and reality dissolves in the most exhilarating way. Bring your fandom — and your camera.
The only permanent Lord of the Rings film set open to the public, Hobbiton in Matamata sits exactly as it appeared on screen — hobbit holes, the Party Tree, Green Dragon pub included. Guided tours run daily and conclude with a complimentary pint, making this the gold standard of global film tourism experiences.
Northern Ireland's Causeway Coast packs an extraordinary density of Westeros filming locations into a single driveable route. The Dark Hedges, Ballintoy Harbour, Cushendun Caves, and Dunluce Castle all appear on screen. Specialist guided tours decode exactly which scenes were filmed where, adding extraordinary narrative depth to already stunning landscapes.
New York's density of TV history is unmatched — Seinfeld's Tom's Restaurant, Friends' Greenwich Village apartment building, Succession's power-broker neighborhoods, and countless Law & Order locations overlap across the same blocks. Themed walking tours let you stack multiple fandoms into a single afternoon, weaving pop culture history into genuine neighborhood discovery.
Movie & TV Tours run year-round, but the smartest timing depends heavily on destination and demand. For outdoor filming locations — think the Scottish Highlands for Outlander or Dubrovnik's Walled City for Game of Thrones — May through September offers the best weather and longest daylight hours for photography, though crowds peak in July and August. If you prefer smaller groups and lower prices, aim for April, May, or October, when shoulder-season conditions strike the ideal balance. Studio tours like Warner Bros. London or Universal Hollywood operate year-round with consistent indoor experiences, but school holidays (June through August, December) bring significant family crowds and advance booking becomes essential. Cities like New York or London see steady year-round demand for TV walking tours, with autumn particularly atmospheric for period dramas. For New Zealand's Lord of the Rings locations, December through February (Southern Hemisphere summer) delivers lush, cinematic landscapes — exactly what Tolkien described.
Studio backlot tours are the perfect entry point — Warner Bros. Studios in London and Universal Studios in Hollywood offer structured, guided experiences with tram rides, prop displays, and set walkthroughs requiring zero prior research. Walking tours in major cities like New York's Sex and the City tour or London's Harry Potter locations are equally accessible, short in duration, and led by knowledgeable guides who handle all the logistics while you simply enjoy the magic of recognizing iconic spots from your favorite shows.
Serious film pilgrims should consider self-driven multi-day routes — New Zealand's Lord of the Rings trail spans both islands and requires a rental car, proper hiking gear, and advance permits for sites like Hobbiton. Scotland's Outlander circuit winds through remote glens and crumbling castles best explored independently. Northern Ireland's Game of Thrones locations include coastal cliff hikes and boat crossings. These experiences reward preparation with genuinely jaw-dropping, crowd-free encounters with cinematic landscapes that no bus tour can replicate.
Families thrive on interactive studio experiences where kids can try on costumes, handle prop replicas, and step onto actual sets. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Orlando or Hollywood delivers full immersive environments younger travelers can physically inhabit. Warner Bros. Studio Tour London's butter beer and Hogwarts Great Hall are perennial favorites. In cities, many walking tours offer junior-focused commentary, shorter routes, and interactive elements like scavenger hunts tied to beloved franchise characters everyone recognizes.
Absolutely. Even casual viewers find these tours rewarding because they layer storytelling onto real places. A Game of Thrones coastal tour in Northern Ireland is spectacular scenery regardless of fandom. The narrative context simply adds meaning and makes locations more memorable than standard sightseeing alternatives.
Studio tours take you inside working production facilities — soundstages, prop warehouses, costume departments, and backlots. Filming location tours visit real-world places used as on-screen settings. Many travelers do both: studios reveal the craft, while locations reveal how filmmakers transform existing environments into cinematic worlds.
Look for operators with specific, verifiable knowledge — episode references, production credits, and updated content as new seasons air. Read recent reviews on multiple platforms. Avoid tours advertising vague 'celebrity home' drive-bys with no confirmed access. Specialists who focus on single franchises typically offer significantly more depth than generalist city tour companies.
Many locations are accessible independently — public streets, national parks, and open coastlines require no guide. However, guided tours add context, insider access, and photography tips that dramatically improve the experience. Some sites, including Hobbiton in New Zealand, are legally restricted to guided access only, making tours mandatory rather than optional.
Bring a fully charged phone or camera, comfortable walking shoes, and screenshots of key scenes you want to recreate. A portable phone charger is invaluable for long outdoor routes. If visiting international locations like Scotland or New Zealand, weather-appropriate layers are essential — dramatic landscapes often come with unpredictable conditions.