Have you ever been drawn to a movie or show because of its setting or location?! These are some of the best movies and shows set in pretty places that you need to check out!
Although traveling and experiencing things for yourself is obviously the most ideal option, sometimes it isn’t a possibility. When you can’t get away, watching a good movie or show set in a pretty place with an engaging storyline can almost transport you somewhere else!
As someone who loves to dream about traveling, I am giving you some of the best movies and shows set in pretty places that are definitely worth a watch.
After checking out these movies and shows, I can almost guarantee that you’ll be inspired to plan your next trip!
This post is all about some of the best movies and shows set in pretty places that every travel loving person should watch and know about.
Best Movies and Shows Set In Pretty Places:
1. The Hundred-Foot Journey
This is a great movie that shouldn’t be missed! It is set in a quaint French village in the South of France. It was primarily filmed in Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val France, which is a charming village that you can definitely visit. This town is known for its medieval architecture and lively markets.
The film is about an Indian chef and his family who move to this village. They open up an Indian restaurant across the street from an established French restaurant. This naturally creates a battle between the two establishments.
This movie is a must watch full of romance and drama; and the setting will definitely have you dreaming of a trip to France.
If you prefer reading, this movie is based on a novel written by Richard C. Morais.
2. 50 First Dates
Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore really killed it in this movie! It’s set in Hawaii and was primarily filmed on the beautiful island of Oahu, Hawaii.
The movie is about a man who’s afraid of commitment until he meets a girl who has short-term memory loss. He spends every day attempting to make her fall for him over and over again. It’s a very cute, funny and endearing movie.
If Hawaii isn’t already on your bucket list, it probably will be after this movie!
3. Outer Banks
This is a great show set on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Although the town in the show is fictional, watching the series definitely gives you a feel for the beauty of the area. It is primarily filmed in and around Charleston, South Carolina. Some of the show was also filmed in Caribbean.
The show is about a group of treasure hunting teenagers trying to solve various mysteries. They face a lot of challenges along the way. It centers around friendship, mystery, and romance.
Watching will have you on the edge of your seat and dreaming of the island life!
4. The Sisterhood Of The Traveling Pants
This movie follows four best friends who buy a mysterious pair of pants that fit them all despite their different sizes. The four girls end up going their separate ways which makes for the perfect movie showcasing different travel locations.
Filming locations included Greece (Santorini, Oia), Vancouver Canada, and Baja California Sur Mexico.
Santorini Greece is stunning and somewhere you’ll definitely want to get to as soon as possible!
This movie is based on a series of young adult novels written by Ann Brashares.
5. Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris
This movie was surprisingly great! It is obviously meant to be set in Paris (as the title indicates). It is actually primarily filmed in Budapest, Hungary, with only some scenes shot in London and Paris. You wouldn’t know it though. If you haven’t been to Paris, what are you waiting for?! It’s totally worth the hype!
This is an inspirational film about a widowed cleaning lady that falls in love with a couture Dior dress. She manages to raise the funds to go to Paris in pursuit of this dress she dreams of owning.
It’s a super cute and charming movie and it will definitely make you want to experience Paris for yourself!
You can also check out the 1958 novel titled “Mrs. ‘Arris goes to Paris”. The movie was based on this book written by Paul Gallico.
6. Sullivan’s Crossing
This is a fantastic show with that small town feel.
It is set in Nova Scotia, Canada. Although the campground/town in the show is fictional, there are so many little towns on the East Coast of Canada that have similar settings.
The show is about a neurosurgeon that returns to her hometown to reconnect with her estranged father. It is full of drama and romance. It’s about new beginnings, coming to terms with your past, and rediscovering who you are.
Watching this series will have you booking a trip to the east coast of Canada in no time!
This tv series is based on a book series written by Robyn Carr.
7. Letters to Juliet
This is a must watch movie set in Italy. It was primarily filmed in Verona and Siena, Italy. Verona, Italy is the same town where Shakespeare set his play, Romeo and Juliet.
Although this is a fictional story, it is inspired by something called “The Juliet Club”. This real-life club receives and responds to letters from people looking for love advice. The letters are addressed to Juliet from the famous Shakespeare play.
This is a story about long lost love and the journey to find it. It is well worth the watch.
If this movie doesn’t make you want to hop on a plane and explore Italy, I don’t know what will!
You might be interested to know that this movies is based on a non-fiction book written by Lise and Ceil Friedman. The book explores the real-life phenomenon of people writing letters to Juliet, looking for advice about love.
8. Chocolat
This is a feel good movie set in France. The primary filming location was Flavigny-sur-Ozerain, a charming village in Burgundy, France.
The story is about a mystery woman and her child who move to a small French town to open up a chocolate shop. She ends up having a big impact on the stubborn community who are very set in their ways.
There’s something about the idea of bringing two different cultures together and learning from each other.
Feel free to check out the 1999 novel written by Joanne Harris if reading is more your thing!
9. Emily in Paris
This show is definitely an interesting one. It’s mostly filmed right in Paris and gives you a taste of what it might be like to live there.
The series follows an American college graduate from Chicago who moves to Paris for a job at a French marketing firm. It’s a story about starting fresh and adjusting to a new culture and life abroad.
Anyone who loves to travel has likely fantasized about picking up and moving to another country. This shows plays into that a bit!
10. Me Before You
Although emotional, this is a must see movie set in England. It was mostly shot in various historic locations across the United Kingdom. Pembroke Castle in Wales and Chenies Manor House in Buckinghamshire, England to name a few.
The movie is about a small town English girl who is hired to be the personal assistant to a young man who became paralyzed after an accident. It’s a very touching story.
Watching this movie will make you want to visit some small towns in England and the English countryside!
This movie is based on a novel written by Jojo Moyes.
11. Eat, Pray, Love
This movie is one of those films that’ll make you question your life and how you’re choosing to live it. It’ll really make you think and analyze things in the best way. It is set in various locations such as Bali, Indonesia, Rome and Naples, Italy, New York City, and India.
An inspiring movie about daring to step out of your comfort zone, self-discovery, and travel. This one is not to be missed, especially for the travel lover!
They made this movie based on Elizabeth Gilbert’s 2006 memoir.
There are so many good options when it comes to movies and shows set in pretty places, the list could go on forever…but hopefully some of these movies and shows will be an escape for you and potentially help inspire your next getaway!