Geno's Steaks, 1219, South 9th Street, Little Saigon, South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, 19147, United States of America
South Philadelphia Sports Complex, South Broad Street, Packer Park, South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, 19112, United States of America
Pat's King of Steaks, 1237, East Passyunk Avenue, Little Saigon, South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, 19148, United States of America
Milk and Honey Cafe, 518, South 4th Street, Block Group 1, Philadelphia, PA, Center City, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, 19147, United States of America
Amazon Hub Locker+ (Graduate Hospital), 2306, South Street, Southwest Center City, South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, 19146, United States of America
The long-running comedy about the terrible owners of a grimy Irish bar is set in Philadelphia – and, though shot mostly on a Los Angeles soundstage, films its exteriors around the real city, from the cheesesteak stands to City Hall.
Where was It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia filmed?
It’s Always Sunny is set in Philadelphia, filming its exteriors around the city, with interiors on a Los Angeles soundstage.
Every It’s Always Sunny location, explained
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Philadelphia – the exteriors
The exteriors and opening credits use the real Philadelphia, from City Hall to Boathouse Row.
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The cheesesteak stands
The gang’s world takes in the famous Pat’s and Geno’s cheesesteak rivals in South Philly.
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The bar – a soundstage
Paddy’s Pub and the interiors are shot on a soundstage in Los Angeles.
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The city landmarks
The opening credits sweep across the landmarks of Philadelphia.
Planning a visit
Philadelphia – the show’s spiritual home, from the cheesesteak stands to City Hall – is a real, accessible city.
It's Always Sunny Fun Facts
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Set in Philadelphia The show is steeped in the real city of Philadelphia.
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Shot mostly in LA Despite its setting, the interiors are filmed on a Los Angeles soundstage.
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A record run It became the longest-running live-action American sitcom.
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Paddy's Pub The gang’s grimy Irish bar is the show’s home base.
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'The Gang' The show follows a group of terrible, scheming friends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia filmed?
Set in Philadelphia, filming its exteriors around the city, with interiors on a Los Angeles soundstage.
Is it filmed in Philadelphia?
The exteriors are; the interiors are shot in Los Angeles.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Philadelphia’s landmarks are accessible.
Who created the show?
Rob McElhenney, with Glenn Howerton and Charlie Day.
