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The Illusionist

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh · United Kingdom  ·  Castle views over Old Town

The Illusionist filmed at Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh. The hilltop castle, seen from above the old town in the animated film.

Where to go

55.948688, -3.200418
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Probable Named in published production coverage; the coordinate is the place itself, checked against a gazetteer.

Good to know

Title
The Illusionist (2010)
On screen
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In real life
Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
Can you visit?
Open to the public, ticketed
Time to allow
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Confidence
Probable

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Questions

Where exactly did The Illusionist film at Edinburgh Castle?
At 55.948688, -3.200418 in Edinburgh. Named in published production coverage; the coordinate is the place itself, checked against a gazetteer.
Can you visit Edinburgh Castle?
Open to the public, ticketed.
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