I visited the Buffy The Vampire Slayer filming locations in Los Angeles

If you’re a devoted Buffy The Vampire Slayer fan, you know that the show’s supernatural world was set in the fictional town of Sunnydale. However, the actual filming took place in and around Los Angeles, offering fans a unique opportunity to embark on a thrilling pilgrimage to the iconic scenes locations where Buffy, Willow, Xander, and the gang battled the forces of darkness. Let me take you on a journey through some of the most memorable Buffy filming locations in Los Angeles.

Grab your stakes and let’s dive in!

Sunnydale High School – what high school was Buffy filmed at?

2200 West Carson Street, Torrance

The first stop is Torrance High School, which served as the exterior location for Sunnydale High School. This is where Buffy, Willow, and Xander attended classes and faced the horrors of the Hellmouth. You can’t miss the recognizable school building, complete with its distinctive brick facade and grand entrance stairs.

While you obviously can’t get in on school days, try and time your visit on a weekend or a bank holiday; you may be lucky enough to visit the campus and see the famous staircase that served as a scenes background on so many Hollywood flicks, including Buffy. But also Beverly Hills 90210, She’s All That, Not Another Teen Movie, and Pleasantville, to name a few.

Angel’s Mansion

2655 Glendower Avenue, Los Angeles

For fans of the supernatural and architectural enthusiasts alike, the Ennis-Brown House is a must-visit location. This stunning house was used as the exterior of Angel’s brooding mansion, Crawford Street mansion, known for its eerie atmosphere and dramatic scenes.

The Ennis House is a masterpiece by none other than architect Frank Lloyd Right of Mayan Revival style and has appeared in various films and TV shows, making it a unique and iconic destination for Buffy fans and lovers of cinematic history.

Where is Buffy’s house in real life? 1630 Revello Drive!

1313 Cota Avenue, Torrance

No Buffy The Vampire Slayer fan’s journey through Los Angeles would be complete without a visit to Buffy’s home on Revello Drive. This charming suburban house served as the exterior of the Summers residence throughout the series. You’ll notice that the lot is now much greener and leafier than it appeared on the show, thanks to the owner’s dedication to maintaining a beautiful garden.

While you can’t enter the actual house, you can stand on the sidewalk, take pictures, and relive iconic moments like Buffy patrolling the front yard or sneaking out of her bedroom window to save the world. However, it’s important to be respectful of the owner’s peace and privacy while visiting this iconic Buffy location.

The Sunnydale Train Station

800 North Alameda Street, Los Angeles

In the show, Union Station served as the backdrop for the Sunnydale train station, where pivotal moments occurred in several episodes. Stepping into Union Station is like stepping into Buffy’s world, where the supernatural and the ordinary intersected.

While you’re there, you might even recognize specific spots within the station that appeared in the show. Whether it’s the platform where Buffy and her friends waited for trains or the bustling concourse where they had heartfelt conversations, Union Station offers fans the chance to relive those memorable moments.

Additional Buffy the Vampire Slayer filming locations in Los Angeles

• Giles’ apartment: the exterior shots were filmed at El Pueblo Apartments, 4616 Greenwood Place
• Cemetary: Angelus-Rosedale Cemetery, 1831 W. Washington Boulevard
• Crawford Street mansion: Angel, Drusilla, and Spike lair
• Glorificus’ mansion: Castle Green Apartments – 99 Raymond Avenue, Pasadena
• Sunnydale City Hall: Iowa Courthouse Building, Torrance
• Sunnydale Natural History Museum: Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County – 900 Exposition Boulevard (that iconic Inca Mummy Girl episode!)
• Xander’s apartment: the exterior shots were filmed at 844 S. Plymouth Boulevard
• The Bronze: Scenes set at The Bronze, Sunnydale’s nightclub, were shot in studios, while exterior shots featured a warehouse located in Santa Monica, California
• Sunnydale University: Royce Hall of the University of California at Los Angeles as well as Oviatt Library at CSUN
• Delta Zeta Kappa fraternity house: Wattles Mansion – 1824 N Curson Avenue
• Downtown Sunnydale: Primarily shot throughout downtown Santa Monica, with a focus on the city’s 3rd Street Promenade.