The film was shot in several cities in the Czech Republic, with principal photography taking place in Prague, Žatec, Čbany, and some others.

Filming locations:

Church in Bečov

In the movie

Scene where Yentl admires the buildings in the city.

In reality

The scene was filmed at the Church of the Assumption in Žatec.

Entrance to the ghetto

In the movie

Scene where Avigdor and Yentl go to the landlady.

In reality

The scene was filmed in the city of Žatec on Járyšková Street, heading away from Freedom Square. The gate itself has not survived, but the house in the background still stands.

Entrance to Hadass's house

In the movie

Scene where Avigdor was invited to dinner.

In reality

The scene was filmed on Oblouková Street, located at the end of the historic part of Žatec.

To the yeshiva

In the movie

Scene where The maid brought a message.

In reality

The scene was filmed on Chelčického Street, located at the end of the historic part of Žatec.

Hadass's house

In the movie

Scene where The parents refused to give their daughter in marriage to Avigdor.

In reality

The scene was filmed on Chelčického Street, located at the end of the historic part of Žatec.