Wether you’re in New Zealand, England or the USA, movie enthusiast will be pleased to find iconic sets hidden in plain sight.
Field of dreams road trippers traveling through Dyersville, Iowa will be pleased to find the original Field of Dreams baseball field. Open 12 months a year from sunrise to sunset (weather permitting) visitors can explore the movie set at their own pace. Keep in mind the Major League Baseball field is closed to the public. Those hoping to see the iconic corn harvesting will need to be flexible; the corn harvesting is scheduled pretty last minute to accommodate the the weather and progress of the crop.
Harry Potter was filmed in many unsuspecting locations all over London. Fans can follow free self guided walking tours like Rick Steven’s Top Sights Where ‘Harry Potter’ Was Filmed or book group tours on Viator. Must see locations include: the London Zoo’s reptile house, Leadenhall Market, Kings Cross Station, the glass roofed St. Pancras International Station (do not miss a photo opportunity with the 9 ¾ platform sign). If you are willing to travel outside the city limits consider visiting Christ Church College at Oxford University or Alnwick Castle in the English county of Northumberland. The castle hours are spotty so confirm the site is open before you go. If you do make it make sure you snag a ticket for broom flying lessons.
The Lord of the Rings was filmed in over 150 locations across New Zealand’s northern and southern islands. Viator has multiple tour options ranging from half day driving tours to 7 day all inclusive extravaganzas to fit every schedule and interest level. All the tours include a visit to the town of Matamata. This town sits at the base of the Kaimai Range Mountains on New Zealand’s Northern island. First known for its dairy farming industry, the town now hosts close to half a million tourists a year visiting the Shire Region and Village of Hobbiton set.
