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Journey Through Final Fantasy XV In Real Life

26 May 2026Updated last time

Welcome to Your Final Fantasy XV Real World Adventure!

Embark on a magnificent journey through places that inspired various locations in the beloved game Final Fantasy XV. From bustling cities to tranquil lakes and from rugged highlands to enchanting islands, these real-world destinations encapsulate the fantastic world of Eos. This remarkable trip will transport you beyond the screen and into the landscapes and settings you've navigated virtually. Get ready to explore 10 diverse destinations, each offering unique experiences and sights. Buckle up and prepare for a journey like no other, bringing your favorite game to life!

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    Shinjuku

    Shinjuku is a vibrant region in Tokyo known for its lively nightlife and shopping hubs. You can explore the bustling streets and high-tech skyscrapers that draw parallels with the urban landscapes in Final Fantasy XV. Also, it's home to Square Enix, creators of Final Fantasy XV.
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    Lake Kawaguchi

    Lake Kawaguchi offers stunning natural beauty and tranquility, similar to the serene lakes in the game. It provides outstanding views of Mount Fuji, especially during the cherry blossom season. It's a perfect place for nature lovers and photographers.
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    Bahamas

    The Bahamas offers the exact tropical setting that you come across in the Galdin Quay region of Final Fantasy XV. With its stunning blue seas, white sandy beaches and abundant aquatic life, The Bahamas provides the perfect real-life counterpart to the computer-generated locales of the game.
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    Venice

    Venice, with its captivating canals and historic architecture, served as a real-life inspiration for the in-game city of Altissia in Final Fantasy XV. You can traverse through its magical waterways, dine at waterside restaurants, and explore its grand palaces and churches. Visiting Venice is almost like stepping into Altissia.
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    Croatia

    Croatia's medieval stone walls and picturesque seaside makes it quite similar to Final Fantasy XV's Duscae region. Visit Dubrovnik, a city on Croatia's Adriatic Sea known for its distinctive Old Town, or take a road trip along the stunning Dalmatian Coast to experience Croatia's blend of natural beauty and history.
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    Bhutan

    Bhutan, with its unspoiled wilderness, mountainous landscape and ancient Buddhist monasteries, shares some similarities to the mystical landscapes of Final Fantasy XV. It's an ideal location for those seeking tranquility, natural beauty, and a unique cultural experience.
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    Guilin, China

    Guilin is famous for its unique karst landscape and beautiful Li River which is much like Duscae region in Final Fantasy XV. Exploring the picturesque sceneries with limestone peaks in Guilin will truly replicate your in-game adventures.
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    Scotland

    Scotland's rugged highlands, serene lochs, and ancient castles resemble the landscapes found in Duscae and Cleigne in Final Fantasy XV. The country's mysterious and enchanting beauty makes it a must-visit destination for fans of the game.
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    Iceland

    Iceland's stunning landscapes with its active volcanoes, geysers, hot springs, lava fields, and massive glaciers served as the main inspiration for the alien landscapes in Eos, the fictional world of Final Fantasy XV. Visiting Iceland will feel like stepping into the game's world.
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    Death Valley, California

    Death Valley, with its vast desert, sand dunes, volcanic craters, and towering mountain peaks, was the major inspiration for the Leide region in Final Fantasy XV. Known for its extreme heat and rugged terrain, it gives you a chance to witness the harsh but stunning beauty of nature firsthand that you've experienced in the game.
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Restaurants

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    Kitchen Onion

    Japan, 〒332-0016 Saitama, Kawaguchi, Saiwaichō, 2-chōme−2−１６ クレールマルシェ川口 １階
    A Western-style restaurant on Tree Mall near Kawaguchi Station that has been drawing attention for its early-lunch rush and limited-hours setup, which creates a small but real queue-and-sellout vibe. The recent review activity suggests it is getting strong local buzz rather than being just an old standby.
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      Jin Din Rou Shinjuku Sumitomo Bldg.

      Japan, 〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 2-chōme−6−１ Shinjuku Sumitomo bldg., 1F
      This Shinjuku-area restaurant is in a high-traffic business district and has been attracting notice in recent recent reviews, fitting the kind of lunch-and-dinner buzz that can spike around a newer, convenient spot. It is close to the Shinjuku itinerary point and works as a practical, currently visible option for travelers passing through the area.
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        Alcatraz ER (Shinjuku, Tokyo)

        Japan, 〒160-0021 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kabukichō, 1-chōme−1−７ ゴールデン街 5番街 5th Avenue Golden Gai, 1-1-7 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
        Have a shockingly good time in this hospital-prison themed izakaya. The creepy and delightfully entertaining dining experience is sure to leave an impression.
        4.3
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          Ninja Akasaka (Tokyo)

          Japan, 〒100-0014 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Nagatachō, 2 Chome−14−3 赤坂東急プラザ1階
          Enjoy your meal in a ninja-style setting with servers in ninja costumes. The element of surprise brought by the ninjas will leave you amazed.
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            Graycliff Restaurant (Bahamas)

            W Hill St, Nassau, Bahamas
            Indulge in a grand dining experience in this colonial mansion with a world-renowned wine cellar housing over 250,000 bottles.
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              Dinner in the Sky (Venice)

              Fondamenta del Monastero, 578, 30135 Venezia VE, Italy
              A completely unique dining experience where diners are lifted 50 meters into the air to enjoy a meal with a panoramic view of Venice.
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                Bushman’s Gourmet Bush Kitchen (Croatia)

                Čimulje 25, 52100, Banjole, Croatia
                Enjoy rustic, wholesome dishes made with locally grown produce in the midst of a Croatian forest.
                4.7
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                  Baba Nest (Phuket, Bhutan)

                  88 Sakdidej Rd, Wichit, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000, Thailand
                  Baba Nest offers an amazing view of the ocean and islands, serving globally inspired tapas and cocktails.
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                    Last Resort Grill (Athens, US)

                    174-184 W Clayton St, Athens, GA 30601, United States
                    Originally a music club, this place now offers delicious southern cuisine, highlighting fresh, local ingredients.
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                      Staple and Fancy (Seattle, US)

                      4739 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107, United States
                      Known for their staple and fancy menu options, they offer a four-course chef’s tasting menu which changes daily.
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                      Hotels

                      • Book And Bed (Tokyo)

                        Japan, 〒160-0021 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kabukicho, 1 Chome−27−5 Apmビル 8F

                        A bookstore-themed hotel where you can snuggle up into a bookshelf nook filled with over a thousand books. Perfect for book lovers!

                        • The Venetian (Las Vegas)

                          3355 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, United States

                          Experience Venice in Las Vegas with canal-like swimming pools, gondola rides and a recreation of St Mark's Square.

                          • Hotel Marqués De Riscal (Spain)

                            C. Torrea Kalea, 1, 01340 Eltziego, Álava, Spain

                            Designed by Frank Gehry, this chic boutique hotel is famous for its avant-garde architecture, premium wine, and fine dining experience.

                            • Frying Pan Tower (North Carolina)

                              Q3Q3+6R, Bald Head Island, NC, USA

                              4.0
                              An adventurous stay is guaranteed at this Coast Guard light station turned hotel, located 34 miles off North Carolina's coast.

                              • The Beermoth (Scotland)

                                A unique hotel experience in the Scottish highlands, the Beermoth is a 1950s fire truck converted into a cozy, vintage accommodation.

                                • Montaña Mágica Lodge (Chile)

                                  Carretera Internacional CH-203, km 60 B - Neltume, Panguipulli, Los Ríos, Chile

                                  This 'Magic Mountain' shaped hotel is covered in lush vegetation and erupts water from its peak! An unusual and fantastical experience.

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                                  Travel Gems from Reddit

                                  • FF XV real life location - the Citadel of insomnia

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                                    116K subscribers in the FFXV community. The largest Final Fantasy XV subreddit in the world. Keep up with game news, find Comrades teammates, and

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                                  • Game locations and real world locations

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                                    Far as I recall, XV is the closer one, Altissia is inspired in Veneza and Hammerhead seems like that place from where the Danger Days clips from My Chemical Romance took place...

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                                  • Final Fantasy locations in real life

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                                    A Place to Call Home - And discuss all things Final Fantasy. ... there are quite a few images of place from the real world that look like they could be from the games.

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                                  • Real life places that look like Final Fantasy locations?

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                                    Been replaying Final Fantasy X and thinking about how I'd love to vacation in Besaid/Kilika. Can you think of real world places that look like any of

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