Exploring the Upside Down: All Stranger Things Filming Locations
Hello, fellow Eleven fans! If you've binged your way through the Upside Down and are craving more, you're in luck. We've compiled a guide to all the Stranger Things filming locations that'll make you feel like you're right there with Mike, Dustin, Lucas, and Will. So, grab your Eggo waffles and let's dive in! Guys, explore more in Guides And Explainers and all stranger things filming locations.
Hawkins, Indiana: The Town That Keeps Getting Stranger
Middle School - Hawkins Middle School
Kickstarting our tour is the iconic Hawkins Middle School, where our beloved gang first encountered the Mind Flayer. The school's exterior was shot at Jackson High School in Georgia, while the interiors were filmed at a studio.
Lab - Starcourt Mall
Remember the secret lab hidden beneath the Starcourt Mall? Well, the mall itself is actually the real-life Starcourt Mall in Georgia. The lab sets were constructed inside a soundstage, but you can still visit the mall and imagine Joyce and Murray sneaking around!
Hawkins National Laboratory - Emory University
The infamous Hawkins National Laboratory was filmed at Emory University in Atlanta. The university's campus doubled as the lab's exterior, while the interiors were built on a soundstage.
The Upside Down
The Upside Down Forest - Atlanta's Pinewood Forest
When the crew needed to create the eerie Upside Down forest, they turned to Atlanta's Pinewood Forest. With its dense trees and moss-covered ground, it was the perfect setting for our heroes' battles against the Demogorgon and the Mind Flayer.
Byers' House - 644 North Avenue
No tour of Stranger Things filming locations would be complete without visiting the Byers' house. Located at 644 North Avenue in Georgia, this iconic home is where Joyce, Jonathan, and Will first encountered the Upside Down. Sadly, you can't go inside, but you can snap a pic from the sidewalk!
Palace Arcade - 6550 Powers Ferry Road
Remember the Palace Arcade, where the kids spent countless hours playing games and trying to stay out of trouble? You can find the arcade's exterior at 6550 Powers Ferry Road in Georgia. The interior was built on a soundstage, but the exterior is instantly recognizable.
Other Iconic Locations
Hawkins Power & Light - 5444 Hillandale Drive
The Hawkins Power & Light building was the site of several key scenes, including the moment when Eleven closed the gate to the Upside Down. You can find the building at 5444 Hillandale Drive in Georgia.
The Wheeler's House - 4057 Paces Ferry Road
Mike, Lucas, and Dustin's house was the scene of many important conversations and plans. You can find the Wheeler's house at 4057 Paces Ferry Road in Georgia.
Bonus: The Upside Down's Gate - The Georgia State Capitol
In Season 4, the gate to the Upside Down was located beneath the Georgia State Capitol. While you can't visit the underground set, you can still admire the beautiful Georgia State Capitol building in Atlanta.
There you have it, folks! A comprehensive guide to all the Stranger Things filming locations. Next time you're in the Atlanta area, be sure to check out these iconic spots and channel your inner Eleven, Nancy, or Steve. Until next time, stay safe and keep those Christmas lights on!