UNITED KINGDOM – London, Stanley Gardens // Spectre (2015)
Even Bond clocks out – and returns to a cozy home. Or at least a home in a cozy neighborhood. And since “Spectre” we know where to look.
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Airborne in Andalusia
SPAIN – Sierra de Mijas, Alhaurín de la Torre in Andalusia // You Only Live Twice (1967)
The Little Nellie fight is a great part of “You Only Live Twice”. But when the stunts turned bloody, the crew had to move from Japan to Andalusia. This is how to get to the right mountains.
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The Dark Past of Smithfield
UNITED KINGDOM – London, Smithfield Market // Skyfall (2012)
In “Skyfall”, the MI6 sets shop in an underground car park next to the Smithfield Meat Market. The place may seem inconspicuous. But look closely, London’s blood-soaked history shines through at every corner.
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A Venice Love Affair
ITALY – Venice, Fondamente Misericordia // Moonraker (1979)
“Moonraker” presents a Venice full of love and action. One area combines both – without being too crowded. This is, why you should visit Cannaregio!
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ITALY – Venice, Fondamente Misericordia // Moonraker (1979)
“Moonraker” presents a Venice full of love and action. One area combines both – without being too crowded. This is, why you should visit Cannaregio!
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Gamble in Paradise
MONACO – Casino de Monte-Carlo // Goldeneye (1995)
You don’t have to be an admiral to have a great time at the Casino de Monte-Carlo. You don’t even have to bring a lot of money. Awe alone is enough for this “Goldeneye” location.
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Navigating Cadiz
SPAIN – Mercado Central, Parroquia de Santa Cruz & Avenida Campo del Sur, Cadiz // Die Another Day (2002)
“Die Another Day” turns the beautiful Cadiz into buzzling Havanna – and it works! Beach? Cigar Factory? Church Roof? This is, how the locations around the city are linked to each other.
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Delusive Haven
UNITED KINGDOM – London, Saint Sofia Greek Cathedrale // Goldeneye (1995)
A Greek Cathedrale in London doubling as a Russian Church in St. Petersburg? The Bond crew did a lot of tricks for this “Goldeneye” local gem.
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Hidden Corners of Piazza San Marco
ITALY – Venice, Piazza San Marco & Torre dell’Orologio & Sotoportego del Cavaletto & Calle Barcaroli & Venini Glass // Moonraker (1979) & Casino Royale (2006)
Piazza San Marco is the cultural and touristic heart of Venice. And it is full of famous (and hidden) James Bond movie locations. Let us guide you through all the right places.
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Andiamo, Bondola!
ITALY – Venice, Calle Lunga Santa Catarina & Ponte Foscarini & Squero di San Trovaso & Fondamenta Briati // Moonraker (1979)
A Bond film needs a chase – and since this is the water city Venice, there has to be a gondola chase. Instead of cars, planes or motorcycles Bond uses a a motorised gondola that can morph into a hovercraft: the Bondola!
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MI6 at the Barbican
UNITED KINGDOM – London, The Barbican // Quantum of Solace (2008)
In “Quantum of Solace”, the MI6 finds a new home in the Barbican. We can’t blame the spooks: The venue lets you step out of the London rush.
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Paris Underground
FRANCE – Paris, Les Catacombes & Coltrival // Moonraker (1979)
Parts of the “Moonraker” rocket station are set in a subterranean maze. The location is partly a studio set and partly a real place: the Paris underground. Continue reading
The Bird-Watching Beach
SPAIN – Castillo de San Sebastián, Balneario de las Palmas & La Caleta, Cadiz // Die Another Day (2002)
Cadiz is a gem, combining Spanish history and beach life. One part also offers Bond fame: La Caleta, where Jinx emerged from the waters!
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