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Film & TV locations in Scotland

Scotland's jaw-dropping scenery provides the perfect backdrop for the camera, with rugged landscapes and ethereal geological features. This country has produced its fair share of Hollywood stars, and some of the most-loved TV and films are set in Scotland. From Harry Potter to Outlander, check out some of the filming locations to visit whilst you're here.

Outlander Season 1, Craigh na Dun

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Movies and TV filmed in Scotland

Follow the country's movie trails in the footsteps of your favourite characters and discover Scottish film locations that include vast beaches, ancient castles, mountains, idyllic rolling hills, distinctive cities and historic towns.

How to Train Your Dragon: Scotland’s Mythological Legacy

Enter a world of Viking heritage and dragon folklore and discover the Scottish locations inspired by the How to Train Your Dragon series.

Get to know Orkney after seeing The Outrun

Get inspired by The Outrun and explore Orkney's history, wildlife and geology which has shaped the island's beautiful landscapes.

6 Rebus filming locations in Scotland

Explore these Rebus filming locations across Edinburgh, from Grassmarket to the Oxford Bar.

James Bond & Skyfall filming locations

Use our very thorough guide for planning and exploring Skyfall Scotland.

Disney Pixar's Brave

Explore the land that inspired Disney Pixar's film Brave. Tour the sites that the animators took inspiration from and find out about the film.

10 Buccaneers locations to visit in Scotland

Are you a fan of the latest Apple TV series The Buccaneers? Find out which locations were used to film this new historical drama and more!

Netflix's Frankenstein

Guillermo del Toro and Oscar Isaac on the set of Frankenstein in Edinburgh

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Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein has finally landed on Netflix. Adapting Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, you can expect gothic horror entwined with an epic drama of life and death as the characters discover a deeper understanding of what it means to be human. Featuring famed actors, Jacob Elordi, Oscar Issac, Mia Goth, and Christopher Waltz, and an intense backdrop with scenes filmed across Scotland, including Aberdeenshire, Glasgow, and Edinburgh – witness this iconic tale come to life.

Looking to explore more of Scotland's rich literary history? Embark on a trip to these featured locations to step deeper into the world of Victor Frankenstein:

  • Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow
  • Gosford House, East Lothian
  • Firth of Forth, Edinburgh & The Lothians
  • Hospitalfield House, Arbroath
  • Parliament Square, Edinburgh
  • Makar’s Court /Lady Stair’s Close, Edinburgh
  • Bakehouse Close, Edinburgh
  • Canongate, Edinburgh

Check out the official trailer

Claire and Jamie wedding chapel

Discover Scotland through Outlander

If you have found yourself caught in the mystical and spell-binding Outlander saga and wish to be swept away to Claire and Jamie's world, come and experience the land that inspired the writer Diana Gabaldon and the TV series producers.

  • Outlander filming locations in Scotland

The Three Sisters, Glencoe

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Touring ideas

Scotland's filming locations have featured in incredible films, from the Da Vinci Code's mysterious Rosslyn Chapel to the breathtaking Highland scenery found in Harry Potter and Skyfall.

  • Harry Potter film and book locations itinerary
  • Tour Scotland with Outlander
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Read the latest TV and film blogs

Looking to discover more about Scotland on screen? From the latest releases to inspiration for your a film-inspired visit, check out these Scottish film and TV blogs to fuel your imagination.

12 Films & TV shows set in Scotland for your watch list

Discover great films and tv shows set in Scotland you should add to your watch list. Including One Day, Buccaneers, Traitors, Vigil and more!

The Reluctant Traveller’s ancestral adventure in Scotland

Follow actor Eugene Levy as he uncovers his roots and learns more about his Scottish ancestry.

Glasgow: UNESCO Creative City of Music

From contemporary to classical, Celtic to country, music is the beating heart of this Scottish city.

East Lothian on Screen

Follow your favourite movie moments in East Lothian and download East Lothian on the Screen film map.

TV and Film set in National Trust for Scotland properties

Plan your visit to these beautiful attractions which have featured in TV and film productions across Scotland.

BFI's Top Films about Scottish History

Get inspired by BFI's list of films that bring Scotland's rich history to life on the big screen.

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