Destination Film Guide

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Destination Film Guide

Discover North America’s most compelling film locations, insider incentives, festival highlights and production news—all in one free digital magazine.

Discover your next filming location

Top filming locations

Explore the most film-ready destinations across North America in our curated collection of top location profiles. From blockbuster favorites to under-the-radar gems, each spotlight features cinematic visuals, expert insights and direct connections to local film commissions. Whether you are scouting for your next production or seeking inspiration, these locations across the US are ready for their close-up.

Each Site Inspection breaks down must-know information about group-friendly accommodations, restaurants, activities, and events, ensuring your reunion experience is both seamless and memorable. From hidden gems to popular hotspots, these articles give you a full picture of what to expect, so you can plan with confidence and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones

Louisiana Bayou Filming Locations

Bayou Lafourche stretches over 100 miles, flowing through communities and defining traditions unique to this region, offering plenty to see and do.

Filming in St. Joseph Missouri

Discover the charm and versatility of filming in St. Joseph, Missouri. Learn about local resources, unique locations, and the supportive film community that makes St. Joseph an ideal destination for your next production.

Filming in Simi Valley

Brilliant, breathtaking landscapes are Simi Valley’s specialty, but the location offers so much more, including robust soundstage space and post-production facilities.

Visit Billings

The team at Visit Billings works closely with the Montana Film Office to ensure the state and destination are film-friendly.

502 Film & Louisville Film Office

Along with lucrative production incentives offered by the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Louisville is home to a variety of production resources, including experienced crew, gear rentals and more.

Akron/Summit CVB

Summit County, Ohio, is the ideal location for your next film project, offering a complete backdrop for productions of all sizes, genres, and budgets.

Film Durham

Durham Region plays an important role in Ontario’s film, television, and digital media industry with a unique mix of industrial, urban and rural locations.

Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan is known as the “Land of the Living Skies,” and the opportunities for your next production are as endless as our horizons.

City Cruises New York

City Cruises fleet of yachts are sought-after production venues for TV and movie producers to capture scenes that include iconic NYC sights as the backdrop.

Filming in Southwest Montana

Nestled between two of America’s most beautiful national parks, Yellowstone and Glacier, Southwest Montana is home to those wide-open spaces that Big Sky Country is known for.

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Featured Partner

Atlantic City Film

With a big city feel from the tall buildings and nightlife, Atlantic City offers so many possibilities for a wide array of genres and plotlines. The Steel Pier and boardwalk give off a summertime aesthetic that can bring you back in time or keep you in modern times. The natural surroundings of sandy beaches, ocean waves and greenery will give you a well-rounded area to work with for your production.

Featured Partner

Atlantic City Film

With a big city feel from the tall buildings and nightlife, Atlantic City offers so many possibilities for a wide array of genres and plotlines. The Steel Pier and boardwalk give off a summertime aesthetic that can bring you back in time or keep you in modern times. The natural surroundings of sandy beaches, ocean waves and greenery will give you a well-rounded area to work with for your production.

Browse Film Incentives and maximize your budget

Film Incentive Guides

Maximize your production budget while discovering breathtaking locations. Our comprehensive incentive library covers federal, state, provincial, and Caribbean rebate programs—spanning tax credits, grants and refunds. Navigate complex eligibility rules and financial benefits so you can choose destinations that fuel both your creative vision and cost efficiency.

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Mountain West

Southwestern U.S.

Latin America, Hawaii & Carribean

Canada

Midwestern U.S.

New England

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