What is set jetting ?

Set-jetting, also known as film tourism or location-based tourism, is a huge travel trend where people visit destinations that have been featured in popular movies, TV shows, or other forms of media. Travellers are drawn to these locations because they want to experience the real-life settings of their favourite films or shows, and sometimes even recreate iconic scenes from them. Set-jetting allows individuals to connect with their favourite stories on a more personal level and immerse themselves in the fictional worlds they love. Scotland is fast becoming a popular location for films and TV shows with 2023 being a record year for the number of productions taking place in Scotland .

The specific destinations popular for set-jetting can vary from year to year depending on the release of new movies and TV shows. In 2023, the set-jetting destinations could include locations featured in highly anticipated films and TV series that were released or scheduled for release around that time. The top set jetting tours for 2024 include Outlander , Braveheart , Game of Thrones,  James Bond  and Monty Python . Private tours Edinburgh can offer private tours for fans of all of these films and TV series .

Outlander is a hugely popular TV series featuring Claire and Jamie Fraser . Outlander was filmed entirely in Scotland. Top Outlander locations include Lallybroch , Castle Leoch and Culloden , the location of the Clan Fraser grave .

Filming has just started on the Outlander prequel Blood of my Blood at Doune Castle , which is Castle Leoch . No doubt fans will be eager to explore the Outlander castle .

Braveheart is the story of William Wallace , who fought for the freedom of Scotland from an oppressive English king .

Doune Castle is the Game of Thrones castle in Scotland . The Feast of Winterfell was filmed in the Great Hall of Doune Castle.

James Bond had a strong Scottish heritage , as did the first James Bond Sean Connery . Visit his birthplace , check out some Bond cars and go to the Highlands for the film locations used in Skyfall and the World is not Enough .

Scotland has been a popular set jetting destination for many years, thanks to its stunning landscapes and historic locations that have been featured in various films and TV series. In 2024 , you can expect Scotland to continue attracting set-jetters to its iconic locations. Here are some of the notable places in Scotland that have been featured in films and TV shows and may be of interest to set-jetters:

1. Edinburgh: The capital city of Scotland is a favourite location for filmmakers. It has been featured in movies like “Trainspotting,” “Braveheart,” “Rebus ” and the “Harry Potter” series. Visitors can explore iconic sites like the Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile.
2. The Highlands: Scotland’s dramatic and picturesque landscapes are often used in films and TV series. Locations like Glencoe and the Isle of Skye have appeared in movies like “Skyfall” (James Bond) and TV series like “Outlander.”
3. Stirling: Stirling Castle is a historic location that has been used as a backdrop in various productions, including “Braveheart.”
4. Glenfinnan Viaduct: This iconic railway viaduct in the Scottish Highlands is famous for its appearance in the “Harry Potter” films, where it serves as the route for the Hogwarts Express.
5. Doune Castle: This castle is known for its role as Castle Leoch in the “Outlander” TV series and Winterfell in Game of Thrones
6. The Scottish Borders: Locations in the Scottish Borders have been featured in films like “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.”
7. Glasgow: Glasgow has been featured in films like the latest Indiana Jones film ,  Batgirl , “World War Z” and TV series like “Ripper Street.”
8. Isle of Lewis: This remote island in the Outer Hebrides has been featured in “The Edge of the World” and the TV series “Lewis.”
9. Shetland – This island and its stunning scenery was the location for the TV detective series Shetland

These are just a few examples, and there are many more locations in Scotland that have been used as settings for films and TV shows. If you’re a set-jetter interested in Scotland,  immerse yourself in the cinematic beauty of the country while enjoying its rich history and culture with one of our set jetting tours for 2024 including Outlander , Braveheart , Game of Thrones,  James Bond  and Monty Python . Private tours Edinburgh can offer private tours for fans of all of these films and TV series .