The acclaimed adaptation of the video-game series brings its retro-futuristic wasteland to life across real deserts and landmarks – the dunes of Namibia, the salt flats of Utah and Nevada, and the neon ruins of Las Vegas.
Where was Fallout filmed?
Fallout was filmed in Namibia, Utah, Nevada (including Las Vegas) and New York.
Every Fallout location, explained
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The wasteland – Namibia
The desolate desert wasteland used the dunes of Namibia in southern Africa.
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Utah and Nevada
The salt flats and desert country used Utah and Nevada, including a historic Wendover airfield.
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Las Vegas – the neon ruins
The show used Las Vegas for its post-apocalyptic city scenes.
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New York – additional locations
Some scenes used New York state, including a historic mine.
Planning a visit
Namibia‘s dunes and the deserts of Utah and Nevada are spectacular, accessible landscapes – the real face of the show’s wasteland.
Fallout Fun Facts
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Namibia is the wasteland The show’s desolate desert used the dunes of Namibia.
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Based on a game It adapts the beloved Fallout video-game series.
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A retro-futuristic world The show recreates the games’ 1950s-inspired post-apocalyptic aesthetic.
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From the Nolan stable Jonathan Nolan is among the show’s creators.
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Las Vegas ruins The show used Las Vegas for its post-apocalyptic city.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Fallout filmed?
In Namibia, Utah, Nevada (including Las Vegas) and New York.
Where is the wasteland filmed?
The desolate desert used the dunes of Namibia.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Namibia’s dunes and the Utah and Nevada deserts are accessible.
Is Fallout based on a game?
Yes – the Fallout video-game series.
Who created the Fallout series?
Jonathan Nolan, among others.
