Filming Locations

WHERE’D THEY SHOOT THAT?

Ever wonder where Rocky really lived? Or where Adrian’s pet shop is? Here you’ll find maps and addresses to some of the most famous filming locations used in the series including those in Pennsylvania, California, New York and Nevada. If you’re planning to visit the sites in person, please be respectful – many of these locations are actual residences and businesses and their tenants do not appreciate people loitering on their property.

YO, WATCH THE VIDEO

Before you begin exploring, be sure to check out the above video sensation, “Rocky Jumped a Park Bench” by JamesNinendoNerd, which gives a fantastic overview of some of the greatest Rocky filming locations in Philadelphia. If you never make it to Philly, this fun and informative featurette will fill in all the details.

THANKS, GUYS

Special thanks to super-fan and adventurer Robert Plazek and to award-winning Rocky Balboa impersonator Mike Kunda, who took to the streets of Philly to track down some of the more iconic locations used during the 1975 shooting as well as the subsequent films.  Thanks also to photographers Mike Lynaugh and Tom Mishka for their invaluable contributions!

EXPLORE THE FILMING LOCATIONS
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Adrian & Paulie's House

(Philadelphia) Featured prominently in Rocky and Rocky V, this actual residence looked very similar until about 2010.

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Adrian's Restaurant

(Philadelphia) Rocky’s little eatery is a real-life restaurant called The Victor Cafe. Stop in for an elegant dinner and you’ll find that the interior is much the same, despite Victor’s elegant operatic decor.

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Andy's Bar

(Philadelphia) This little bar across the street from Mighty Mick's Gym is where Rocky fought Tommy Gunn in the street

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Atomic Hoagie Shop

(Philadelphia) This little shop was the hangout for Marie and the neighborhood kids in the ’70s; today, that street corner has been somewhat renovated and there ain’t no hoagie shop there.


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The Balboa Mansion

(Los Angeles) Here's the beautiful estate near Beverly Hills, California that Rocky and Adrian call home in Rocky IV.

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The Biltmore Hotel

(Los Angeles) This posh hotel was used as the exterior façade for Balboa's palatial gym in Rocky III.

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Bonwit Teller & Co.

(Philadelphia) The exterior of this Philadelphia department store branch was seen in Rocky II, however Bonwit Teller is no longer in residence.

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Car Dealership

(Philadelphia) Can he drive? He's one of the greats! This tiny spot downtown is where Rocky bought his Trans Am.


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Gazzo's Street

(Philadelphia) "I shoulda broke your thumbs!" This is the street where Rocky and Gazzo get out of the car to talk about Del Rio.

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Hotel Lorane

(Los Angeles) The dilapidated old L.A. hotel where Rocky, Adrian and Paulie stay in Rocky III.

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Independence Hall

(Philadelphia) Located in “Center City”, downtown Philly, Independence Hall is often referred to as the birthplace of America, but we like to think of it as the place where Rocky jumped the park bench.

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Irish Pub

(Philadelphia) Thirsty? You can stop for a drink at the pub where "Baby Rocky" watched the computer fight between his dad and Mason Dixon.


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The Italian Market

(Philadelphia) Rocky’s morning workout trails right through the middle of the famed Italian Market, and most recently, it’s where we saw the champ buy fresh groceries for his restaurant.

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J&M Tropical Fish

(Philadelphia) Adrian’s pet shop – literally just a few steps away from Mighty Mick’s – has gotten dingier with the years. It was, for years, a real pet shop, but was closed in the mid 2000's.

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King Edward Hotel

(Los Angeles) An historic hotel - you can just glimpse it in the background during a city shot in Rocky III.

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Laurel Hill Cemetery

(Philadelphia) This old and revered cemetery marks Adrian’s final resting place, and the tree where Rocky stores his folding chair is really there among the rolling hills.


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Little Marie & Steps' House

(Philadelphia) This run-down street was used as the seedy neighborhood of grown-up Little Marie and her son, Steps. Her house has a nice, workin’ lightbulb out front, too.

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Little Marie's House

(Philadelphia) Hey, creepo, it’s Lil’ Marie’s house as seen in the original Rocky.

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Lucky Seven Tavern

(Philadelphia) The Lucky Seven Tavern seen in Rocky is a different location than the one in Rocky Balboa.

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Madison Square Garden

(New York) The Garden's exterior was seen briefly in Rocky III and played host to the Stallion's battle with Clubber Lang.


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Main Street Gym

(Los Angeles) L.A.'s historic gym was utilized as the interior of Mighty Mick's during the filming of Rocky.

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Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino

(Las Vegas) Mandalay Bay's sports arena was the scene of Rocky's final fight against Mason Dixon.

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MGM Hotel & Casino

(Las Vegas) Now Bally's Hotel & Casino, the MGM Grand hosted the exhibition bout that pitted Apollo Creed against Ivan Drago.

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Mighty Mick's Gym

(Philadelphia) It's Mickey Goldmill's grungy gym near the pet shop, the spot where Rocky trains - and loses his locker.


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'No Easy Way Out' Tunnel

(Los Angeles) Rocky IV drives through the landmark Los Angeles tunnel at the end of his guilt montage.

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Pat's King of Steaks

(Philadelphia) This Philly staple has been beloved by both cheesesteak fans and Rocky Balboa since 1930. Pat’s even has a plaque that marks the spot where Sly stood.

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Resurrection Gym

(Los Angeles) The opening shot of the movie features a painting of Jesus overlooking the match between Rocky and Spider Rico.

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Rittenhouse Square

(Philadelphia) The park that Adrian and Rocky walk through after finding out they're going to have a baby.


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Robert's Apartment

(Philadelphia) Rocky Jr.'s apartment house sets the scene for Rocky's dream of stepping back into the ring.

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Robert's School

(Philadelphia) The hard times of Rocky V sent Robert to his new elementary school here in Passyunk Square. Teach your kid to fight before you enroll him here.

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Rocky & Adrian's House

(Philadelphia) "Nice steps." This is the house Rocky and Adrian buy in Rocky II just after their wedding.

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Rocky's Apartment

(Philadelphia) Rocky’s run-down street looks just as it does in the movie, tattered screen door and all. Not a great neighborhood, but the best place to down your eggs and start the morning run.


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Rosslyn Hotel

(Los Angeles) Ancient hotel in downtown LA is glimpsed at the beginning of Rocky III.

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Santa Monica Beach

(Los Angeles) Rocky and Apollo race each other along the beach in Santa Monica, near the Santa Monica Pier.

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St. Thomas Aquinas Church

(Philadelphia) This quiet Catholic church served as the setting of Rocky and Adrian’s quiet wedding. Ain’t that Father somethin’?

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The Philadelphia Museum of Art

(Philadelphia) The Rocky steps. Enough said. There is not a single more iconic location for die-hard fans. Plus, the giant bronze Rocky statue lives here now, too!


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The Philadelphia Zoo

Take ‘er to da zoo. Or propose to her here, in front of Mr. Tiger’s cage. Even if you’re not ready to propose, the Philly Zoo is an amazing place to visit, and one of the most popular in the city.

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The Spectrum Arena

(Philadelphia) Rocky and Apollo’s first battle took place at this historic arena, which was demolished in 2011.

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"Take You Back" Street Corners

(Philadelphia) The corner where Frank Stallone and the boys sing "Take You Back", and later "Two Kinds of Love" in Rocky II.