Location 01Royal Albert Hall
Greater London, London, United Kingdom Ticketed
Filmed here: Exterior scenes including Elton leaving car angrily and walking to concert hall
The exterior of this famous concert venue appears in the scene where Elton storms out of a car and walks angrily toward the hall before a concert. Today the Royal Albert Hall operates as one of London's premier venues, hosting concerts throughout the year. Access is ticketed: attend a performance or join one of the venue's tours, which reveal the auditorium and backstage areas. Check the official site for event schedules and tour availability.
Location 02Regency Cafe
Greater London, London, United Kingdom Free to see
Filmed here: Elton John meets Bernie Taupin at the cafe
This art deco cafe is where the young Elton John, then still Reginald Dwight, meets lyricist Bernie Taupin for the first time. It remains a working, popular cafe a short walk from St James's Park, serving classic breakfast dishes in a setting that retains its period character. Access is public and free, though it can get busy at peak breakfast hours. Arrive early to secure a table and enjoy the tiled interior seen on screen.
Location 03Oakmeade, Pinner
Greater London, Pinner, United Kingdom Free to see
Filmed here: Elton and Bernie returning to Reginald Dwight's childhood home neighborhood
This residential street in Pinner, northwest London, doubles as the neighborhood of Reginald Dwight's childhood home when Elton and Bernie return there in the film. Pinner is the real town where Elton John grew up, giving the location genuine biographical weight. The street is public and walkable, but it is a quiet residential area, so visitors should be respectful of privacy, keep noise down and photograph from the pavement.
Location 047 Camden Terrace
Greater London, London, United Kingdom Outside only
Filmed here: Elton and Bernie arriving at their new home; street scenes with vintage cars
The film shows Elton and Bernie arriving at their new home here, with street scenes dressed with vintage cars and period props. Located in Camden, the terrace appears today as an ordinary London street; the phone box and other film props were temporary additions removed after shooting. Access is exterior only. It is easy to combine with a wider wander around Camden, one of the city's most characterful districts.
Location 05Abbey Road Studios
Greater London, London, United Kingdom Ticketed
Filmed here: Recording sessions
The legendary recording studio hosted filming of the movie's recording session scenes and was also used to record the film's soundtrack, making it a rare location tied to both the story and the production itself. The famous zebra crossing outside draws constant crowds of photographers. Access inside is ticketed: studio tours run and can be booked in advance, offering a look at rooms where countless classic records were made.
Location 06Bray Studios
Berkshire, Windsor, United Kingdom Private property
Filmed here: Multiple sets including Troubadour reconstruction and Dodger Stadium replica
Bray Studios near Windsor was the production's base and hosted principal photography from August 2, 2018 for roughly 60 days. Multiple sets were built here, including a full reconstruction of the Troubadour's interior and a replica of Dodger Stadium for the concert scenes. It is a working studio and not open to the public. Fans can only view the exterior from a distance; the site sits west of London near Maidenhead.
Location 07Royal Academy of Music
Greater London, London, United Kingdom Outside only
Filmed here: Scenes as prodigy at the academy
The academy stands in for the institution where the young Reginald studies as a piano prodigy. Located beside Regent's Park in central London, the building's exterior can be seen and photographed freely by anyone walking past. Interior access generally requires attending an event or joining a tour where available, as it is a functioning music school. The surrounding Marylebone area makes for a pleasant walk between other central London filming spots.
Location 08Denmark Street
Greater London, London, United Kingdom Free to see
Filmed here: Location scenes with VFX for Foyle's bookshop
This historic music street in Soho appears in location scenes with visual effects added to recreate Foyle's bookshop. Denmark Street has genuine music heritage, long associated with instrument shops, publishers and songwriters, which makes it a fitting backdrop for the Elton John story. The street is fully public, so visitors can walk it at any time and browse the surviving guitar shops and music businesses that give the area its character.
Location 09Brocket Hall
Hertfordshire, Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom Private property
Filmed here: Elton John and Renate's mansion
This private estate in Hertfordshire, near Welwyn Garden City, served as the mansion Elton John shares with Renate in the film. The grand hall sits within extensive parkland by the River Lea. Access is limited: it operates as a private venue with a golf course and event facilities, so casual visiting is not possible. Those determined to see it should look into hospitality or event options, as the general public cannot simply walk up.
Location 10Dodger Stadium
California, Los Angeles, United States Ticketed
Filmed here: Elton John's concert (primarily recreated on set)
The film's climactic Elton John concert at Dodger Stadium was primarily recreated on a purpose-built replica set at Bray Studios rather than shot at the real venue. The actual Los Angeles stadium nonetheless appears in connection with the production's story. It is an active ballpark, and tours are available on non-game days, letting visitors see the field and stands. Access is ticketed, and booking ahead is advisable.
Location 11Cannes
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Cannes, France Free to see
Filmed here: I'm Still Standing music video sequence on beach
The joyful beach sequence for the I'm Still Standing music video moment was filmed on the public beaches of Cannes on the French Riviera. Specifically, the Plage du Midi area served as the backdrop for Elton's flamboyant seaside performance. Access is free and public, so travellers can walk the sand and swim in the same stretch of Mediterranean. Cannes is easily reached by train from Nice, making it a simple half-day excursion.
