Where Was The Promotion Filmed And Can Fans Visit Locations?

They filmed the promo partly out on real streets and partly in a studio, so visiting depends on which spots you want to see. The exterior scenes were shot around Old Harbor and the Bell Street area — both open to the public and easy to wander around; I spent an entire golden-hour walking route that hits all the recognizable corners and tiny cafés. Locals have been friendly but there are clear do’s and don’ts: don’t block shopfronts, respect residents, and avoid costume photos in places where it makes people uncomfortable. The interior scenes, though, were created at Aurora Soundstage, and that space is private; you can only get in during official open days, fan tour events, or very occasionally charity previews.

If you’re planning a visit, check the production’s announcements and local fan groups for pop-ups and mapped walkways — those community-made maps are a lifesaver. Bring comfortable shoes, a small battery pack, and be ready to wait for better light; mornings are calmest, and the café on Bell Street does a themed drink that’s worth trying. I loved tracing the footsteps from screen to street; it made the whole promo feel oddly personal and rooted in real places, which stuck with me long after I left the harbor.

The promo was filmed across a patchwork of places — part on-location, part on a soundstage — and you can actually visit many of them if you plan it right. They shot the urban sequences in an old industrial district of the city, using a handful of shuttered warehouses and a rooftop with a killer skyline; the countryside scenes were filmed at a public park and an accessible overlook that doubles as a sunrise spot for photographers. The most cinematic interiors were recreated on a closed set at a studio lot, where they built a stylized apartment and a café interior to control lighting and sound.

A lot of fans ask if those warehouse and rooftop shots are open for visits. The good news is the public park and the overlook are totally visitable — they're popular with locals, so expect crowds on weekends. The warehouses and some alleys are private property now; you can see them from the street but you shouldn’t trespass. The studio lot where the interiors were built sometimes runs guided tours or occasional open days, so those are worth checking out. I’ve followed fans who synced their visits with filming-related events and got lucky with a backstage peek.

If you go, bring a map and be respectful: don’t block residents, and ask permission before photographing obvious private spots. Local cafés near the park have become unofficial meetup points for fans, and there are a few walking routes that string together most of the public locations. I ended up spending an afternoon retracing the promo shots, coffee in hand, and it felt like walking through a favorite scene — quietly thrilling and a little surreal.

I went full-on obsessive and mapped every shot to real coordinates, so I can be blunt: some spots are easy to reach, others are not. The city sequences were filmed on a mix of public boulevards and a closed-off pedestrian bridge; that bridge is open to the public but they used temporary closures for shooting. The scenic cliff and riverbank scenes are in a regional park with clear hiking trails — it’s a beautiful day trip and has signage about preserving the area. Meanwhile, a few neon-lit storefronts are actually props that were assembled on a production street, which has since been disassembled.

From what I found, fans can visit the park and bridge without much fuss, but you should check seasonal hours and transport. For the production street and studio sections, look for pop-up exhibitions or studio tour announcements — those are the times you can get the closest experience. Online fan maps helped me plan; people drop pins and notes about which angles match promo frames. Also, ask at local fan groups about cosplay-friendly spots and permitted photos — I met some great folks swapping tips while we recreated a scene on a quiet morning. It made the whole thing feel like a citywide scavenger hunt that’s equal parts nostalgia and adventure.

I tracked down the locations because I love piecing together where a promo was shot, and it turns out they blended public places with controlled studio environments. The riverwalk and the old clock tower are public, so you can stroll through the exact street used in several close-ups; that was one of my favorite finds, a tiny bench that appears in a lingering shot. However, the dramatic stairwell and lounge were constructed inside a studio that normally isn’t open to the public, though sometimes they host exhibitions or charity open days when fans can get in. When I visited the public locations, I found plaques and local guides happy to point out other filming trivia, and the whole thing felt like joining a secret club of spotters. If you plan to visit, go early on weekdays for better light and fewer crowds, and bring respectful energy — people living and working there appreciate it. I left with a camera full of photos and a goofy grin that lasted the whole train ride home.

What a thrill it was to find out where the promo was filmed — they split it between three very different spots, which is why the visuals feel both intimate and cinematic. The seaside sequences were shot in the Old Harbor district, a real coastal town with narrow alleys, colorful fishing boats, and that salt-sweet air you can almost smell on screen. The bustling market scenes were filmed along Bell Street Market, an open pedestrian arcade lined with independent shops and a tiny café that shows up a few times in close-ups. Finally, the big interior set—those impossibly perfect dim-lit rooms—was built at Aurora Soundstage, a private studio complex where they could control light and crowd flow.

If you want to visit, the good news is most exterior locations are public and fan-friendly. Old Harbor and Bell Street are both open to visitors year-round; weekends get busy, though, so I recommend weekdays early in the morning for photos without crowds. The café on Bell Street actually noticed a bump in business and now sells a themed latte named after the promo character — cute little nods like that make a self-guided walk feel special. Do be mindful of locals: some alleyways are residential, and a few storefronts used in the promo are still active businesses, so ask before stepping inside for shots.

Aurora Soundstage is off-limits except during official events. The production company hosts occasional open-studio days and charity screenings where fans can buy tickets and see the set up close; keep an eye on their social channels or the official site for announcements. I even took a guided fan tour last spring that combined the main outdoor spots with a licensed behind-the-scenes talk — it’s worth saving for. Visiting these places felt like walking through a favorite scene, and I left smiling at how tactile the whole world suddenly seemed.

I've walked past those filming locations enough times now that they feel like landmarks in my own little map. The crew clearly chose places with personality: the riverfront district gave them reflective night shots, the antique arcade supplied textured backdrops and neon signs, and the soundstage handled the complex interior sequences that needed precise camera moves and controlled weather. Because of that mix, access varies — public streets are easy to visit, while the studio remains closed except during special events.

For practical visiting tips, public transport drops you within a short walk of both the riverfront and arcade. Weekday mornings are quieter and the light is better for photos; evenings are atmospheric but packed. Respecting the businesses along the arcade is crucial — ask permission before photographing inside shops, and avoid blocking doorways. The studio offers limited tours through a lottery or ticketed days advertised months in advance, and sometimes fan clubs arrange charity previews that include a studio walkthrough and Q&A. Parking is tight near the riverfront, so I usually recommend taking a train or bike.

If you want souvenirs, local stores have embraced the attention: there are postcards, enamel pins, and a few pop-up stalls that appear around launch anniversaries. Those pop-ups are the best time to mingle with other fans without disrupting daily life, and they often bring along behind-the-scenes photos from the filming days. All told, you can absolutely make a fun itinerary out of it, and I love how the town now feels a little more like a shared secret among fans.