The film was shot in Barcelona, Spain.

Filming Locations:

Stairs of the National Palace, Barcelona

In the movie

Scene where Vicky tells Judy about Juan Antonio

In reality

The scene was filmed at Palau Nacional (National Palace) - a building on Montjuïc hill in Barcelona. It was the main venue for the 1929 International Exposition. Since 1934, it has been home to the National Art Museum of Catalonia.

Hotel Casa Fuster

In the movie

Scene where Judy wants Vicky to explain what happened between them at the garden party and why she kissed another man.

In reality

The scene was filmed at the luxurious Hotel Casa Fuster, located in the center of Barcelona.

Parc de la Ciutadella

In the movie

Scene where -

In reality

The scene was filmed in Parc de la Ciutadella on the northeastern edge of Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It was laid out in the mid-19th century. For a long time, this park was the city's only green space.

Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau

In the movie

Scene where Vicky near the building after one of her classes.

In reality

The scene was filmed at the former Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau - a complex built between 1901 and 1930, together with the Palau de la Música Catalana, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was a fully functioning hospital until June 2009, when a new hospital opened nearby, before undergoing restoration for use as a museum and cultural center, which opened in 2014.

Park Güell

In the movie

Scene where Vicky and Juan Antonio Gonzalo meet in Park Güell.

In reality

The scene was filmed in Park Güell

Church of Santa María del Naranco

In the movie

Scene where When Cristina falls ill, Juan Antonio shows Vicky some interesting places in Oviedo.

In reality

The scene was filmed near the church of Iglesia de Santa María del Naranco. An Asturian pre-Romanesque building from 842 AD. Previously part of a palace complex, now a church.

Calle del Peso, Mercado el Fontán

In the movie

Scene where Juan Antonio takes Vicky and Cristina to Oviedo to show them some wonderful places

In reality

The scene was filmed including on Calle del Peso. The building on the left is Mercado el Fontán

Port Olímpic Pier

In the movie

Scene where Cristina thinks about her relationship with Juan Antonio and María Elena

In reality

The scene was filmed at Port Olímpic Pier

Roof of Casa Milà

In the movie

Scene where Vicky and Cristina visit Barcelona's landmarks

In reality

The scene was filmed at Casa Milà, built by the famous architect Gaudí. The shot was taken on the roof of the building, which is open to visitors.

Hotel in Oviedo

In the movie

Scene where Cristina, Vicky and Antonio arrive in Oviedo.

In reality

The scene was filmed at the Eurostars de La Reconquista hotel, located in Oviedo, Spain.

Sculpture in the church

In the movie

Scene where Antonio comes to Oviedo to see a sculpture that inspires him.

In reality

The scene was filmed in the church of San Julián de los Prados, located in the northeastern part of Oviedo.

Lighthouse

In the movie

Scene where Antonio and Vicky walk near the lighthouse.

In reality

The scene was filmed at the Avilés lighthouse, located in northern Spain near the small town of Nieva.

Sagrada Família

In the movie

Scene where Vicky and Cristina visit the Sagrada Família in Barcelona.

In reality

The scene was filmed at the Sagrada Família - a famous structure that has been under construction in Barcelona for over 100 years.

Pier 17, South Street Seaport

In the movie

Scene where Vicky and Cristina are in the waterfront area near the port facilities in Manhattan. In this early scene, the characters are first shown in their New York environment before embarking on a transformative summer trip to Barcelona. The bustling pier area with river views creates a clear contrast of American urbanism with the European locations that dominate the rest of the story.

In reality

The scene was filmed in the historic South Street Seaport district along the East River in Lower Manhattan. Pier 17 is a well-known waterfront landmark that serves as a shopping and entertainment venue. At the time of filming, there was a large pavilion building directly on the pier with views of the Brooklyn Bridge and the East River. The area has since been redeveloped into a modern mixed-use complex with a rooftop concert venue.