Weâre living in the golden age of TV when more quality television is produced every year than ever before. That also means there are more incredible TV locations to visit. From restaurants in New York City to expansive vistas of Northern Ireland, you never know when a familiar site might be just around the corner from your holiday destination.
Roslyn, Washington â Northern Exposure
The town of Roslyn in Washington State has an alter-ego: Cicely, Alaska, the fictional setting of the classic 1990s TV show Northern Exposure. Even now, 22 years after the last episode aired, you can visit a few of the locations including the Radio station, the doctorâs office and the store. The local museum has some information about the filming of the series. The current Amazon series âThe Man in the High Castleâ is also filmed around Roslyn

Belfast, Ireland â Game of ThronesÂ
Iceland, Morocco, Croatia- if youâre a Game of Thrones fan, there are many places to visit to check out the sites from the series. But the main filming location is in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and you can see a number of the iconic locations from the series within short drives from the city. Castle Ward in County Down is the location of most of the Winterfell exteriors, and Corbet is used as the exterior for Riverrun Castle. Tollymore Forest Park was also used for many forest scenes throughout the series.
Wilmington, North Carolina â Dawsonâs Creek
If you were a teenager in the 1990s, or you had a teenager in the 1990s, chances are you know all about Dawsonâs Creek. Though set in the fictional town of Capeside, Massachusetts, the show was filmed in Wilmington, North Carolina. Though no official tour exists, there is a public Google Map maintained by fans of the show that points out the filming locations for visitors. The city was also used to film the popular series âOne Tree Hillâ.
Tomâs Restaurant, New York, Seinfeld
One of the most iconic establishing shots on television is the red lights spelling out âTomâs Restaurantâ in Seinfeld. Though in the show itâs the location of Monkâs Diner, in real life itâs a Greek-American diner that has been around since the 1940s. Located at 2880 Broadway in New York City, itâs a must-see location for any TV fan. And the milkshakes arenât bad either.
Split Point Lighthouse, Victoria, Round the Twist
For many Aussie Kids, the TV show Round the Twist was synonymous with childhood. Telling the story of a family who lived at the local lighthouse, the gross-out comedy was a mainstay of rainy school-day lunchtimes and afternoon TV. You can check out the iconic lighthouse from the series on Victoriaâs Great Ocean Road. The Split Point Lighthouse offers special Round the Twist tours in school holidays.Â
Downton Abbey
If youâre a Downton Abbey fan, a visit to Highclere Castle in Hampshire, England, should be on your bucket list. Located about 95 kilometres west of London, this iconic estate is best known as the home of Lord Grantham in the hit TV series.
Highclere Castle is only open on select days throughout the year, typically for around 60 days, including spring, summer, and special holiday events. Due to its popularity, tickets sell out quickly, so it's essential to book in advance through the official Highclere Castle website.
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Explore the stunning gardens and 1,000-acre estate đł
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Tour the grand state rooms, featured in Downton Abbey đ°
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Visit the Egyptian Exhibition, showcasing artifacts from the 5th Earl of Carnarvonâs archaeological expeditions, including his role in discovering King Tutâs tomb in 1922! đş
For updated opening dates, ticket availability, and visitor information, visit the official Highclere Castle website.