The film "Free Willy" was filmed in Astoria and Portland, Seaside in the USA, as well as in Mexico City, Mexico.

Filming Locations:

Hammond Marina

In the Movie

Scene where Jesse helps free Willy by making the orca jump over the harbor wall and escape.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Hammond Marina - a popular boat dock that provides access to the Columbia River.

Six Flags Mexico

In the Movie

Scene where Jesse bonds with Willy.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Originally the park was the Reino Aventura amusement park when filming took place. After the film's release, several inspections were conducted. Eventually, a foundation was created to free the killer whale Keiko from the park.