The fairytale drama – in which storybook characters live cursed in a sleepy modern town – was filmed in Vancouver, Canada, where the seaside village of Steveston became the town of Storybrooke.
Where was Once Upon a Time filmed?
Once Upon a Time was filmed in and around Vancouver, Canada.
Every Once Upon a Time location, explained
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Storybrooke – Steveston
The town of Storybrooke used the seaside village of Steveston in Richmond, near Vancouver.
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The countryside – Fort Langley
Some scenes used Fort Langley, British Columbia.
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The studios – Burnaby
Fairytale worlds were built at studios in Burnaby.
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Maine – the setting
The story is set in the fictional Storybrooke, Maine.
Planning a visit
The seaside village of Steveston near Vancouver – the show’s real Storybrooke – is a charming, accessible spot.
Once Upon a Time Fun Facts
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Filmed in Vancouver The show used Vancouver, with Steveston as Storybrooke.
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Steveston as Storybrooke The real fishing village doubles for the cursed town.
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Fairytales collide The show mixes classic fairytale and Disney characters.
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A cursed town The characters live trapped, having forgotten who they are.
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A long run The series ran for seven seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Once Upon a Time filmed?
In and around Vancouver, Canada.
Where is Storybrooke?
The town used the village of Steveston near Vancouver.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Steveston is a charming, accessible village.
Where is it set?
In the fictional Storybrooke, Maine.
When did it start?
2011.
