If you’re a fan of the holiday classic “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” you may be wondering what house was used in the film. The iconic Griswold family home has become a beloved symbol of Christmas cheer, but where is it actually located?
Well, the answer may surprise you. The exterior shots of the Griswold house were actually filmed on a set located on the backlot of Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California. While the interior shots were filmed on a soundstage, the exterior of the house was built specifically for the movie.
The set designers took inspiration from real homes in Illinois, where the movie takes place. They wanted to create a quintessential American home that would evoke feelings of nostalgia and warmth during the holiday season. The result was a two-story house with a wraparound porch, white siding, and green shutters.
Despite being a movie set, fans of “Christmas Vacation” can still visit the Griswold house today. During the holiday season, Warner Bros. Studios offers a special tour that includes a stop at the house where visitors can take pictures and soak up some Christmas spirit.
If you’re planning on visiting Los Angeles during December and are a fan of this classic holiday film, be sure to add this location to your itinerary!
So there you have it – while there isn’t an actual Griswold family home out there to visit, fans can still experience some movie magic by seeing this iconic set in person at Warner Bros. Studios.