If you’re a fan of the Vacation movie franchise, then you’re probably curious about where the latest installment, simply titled “Vacation”, was filmed. Well, you’re in luck! We’ve done some research to bring you all the juicy details.
The Locations
The majority of the film was shot on location in Atlanta, Georgia and Albuquerque, New Mexico. However, there were also a few scenes that were filmed in other parts of the United States.
Atlanta
In Atlanta, many of the interior scenes were shot at Pinewood Atlanta Studios. This includes the scenes that take place in Debbie and Chris’ house as well as those that take place in Rusty’s workplace. Other locations in Atlanta that were used for filming include:
- The Georgia Aquarium
- The Ritz-Carlton Buckhead
- Lenox Square Mall
- Piedmont Park
Albuquerque
The majority of the outdoor scenes were shot in and around Albuquerque. Some of the notable locations include:
- White Sands National Monument
- The Grand Canyon
- Santa Fe Plaza
- The Four Corners Monument (where Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, and Utah meet)
Why These Locations?
You might be wondering why the filmmakers chose these particular locations for filming. Well, according to director John Francis Daley, they wanted to capture a sense of adventure and excitement that comes with a road trip. They also wanted to showcase some truly iconic American landmarks.
In Conclusion..
So there you have it! The new Vacation movie was primarily filmed in Atlanta and Albuquerque with some additional scenes shot in other parts of the United States.
The locations were chosen to capture the spirit of adventure and to showcase some of America’s most iconic landmarks. We hope you enjoyed this little behind-the-scenes look!