Primary Filming Location in Georgia
The series was primarily filmed in and around Atlanta, Georgia. Most interior scenes and street shots were completed on soundstages and backlot sets constructed at Atlanta Studios and nearby facilities in the metro area.
Atlanta Area Locations Used
Production used several recognizable Atlanta landmarks and neighborhoods. The Georgia Mental Health Institute campus served as the exterior for Hawkins Lab, while nearby forests and parks provided the woods where many key scenes were shot.
Other Notable Filming Sites
Additional scenes were filmed at locations across the state, including the town of Jackson, which doubled for the fictional Hawkins, and various historic areas that helped create the show's 1980s atmosphere. For more details on specific sites, you can visit the official Georgia Film Office page at https://film.georgia.gov.
