Take 01
2015
Sicario
Northern Mexico landscapes (partial — Sonora/Nuevo Leon doubles)
25.6866°N, 100.3161°W
Monterrey
Mexico's industrial powerhouse meets the Sierra Madre — modern architecture, dramatic mountain backdrops, and the closest major Mexican city to the US border.
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Scene 01 — Filmed Here
Notable Productions in Monterrey
Take 02
2012
Get the Gringo
Border industrial settings, Mexican prison interiors
Take 03
2011
Miss Bala
Northern Mexico border drama settings
Take 04
Ongoing
Various Border Dramas
Industrial parks, highway corridors, Sierra Madre foothills
Scene 02 — Locations
Filming Locations in Monterrey
From landmark monuments to hidden quarters — every district scouted and permit-mapped.
landmark
Macroplaza & Faro del Comercio
40-hectare urban plaza, one of the world's largest, with the laser-shooting Faro del Comercio beacon, government buildings, and the dramatic Cerro de la Silla as backdrop.
Fundidora Park
142-hectare former steel foundry turned urban park with massive industrial heritage — blast furnaces, the Horno 3 museum, and dramatic post-industrial architecture.
Moderate
Cerro de la Silla
The 1,820m saddle-shaped mountain that defines Monterrey's skyline. Hiking trails, panoramic vistas, and dramatic backdrops visible from every angle of the city.
Easy
Barrio Antiguo
Historic colonial district with cobblestone streets, colorful 19th-century facades, art galleries, and a thriving nightlife scene.
Easy
San Pedro Garza Garcia
Latin America's wealthiest municipality with modern luxury architecture, Museo MARCO, and high-end commercial districts. Premier corporate and lifestyle locations.
Moderate
Parque Ecologico Chipinque
Sierra Madre nature preserve with pine forests, mountain trails, and panoramic city views. Just 15 minutes from San Pedro.
Moderate
Scene 03 — The Case for Monterrey
Why Film in Monterrey
- ✓ Dramatic Sierra Madre Oriental mountain backdrop visible from anywhere in the city
- ✓ Modern industrial architecture alongside colonial heritage
- ✓ Closest major Mexican city to the US border — easy logistics for US productions
- ✓ Competitive production costs and Eficine state filming incentives
- ✓ International airport with frequent direct flights to Houston, Dallas, and major US hubs
Scene 04 — Logistics
Transport & Logistics
Airports MTY (24km / 30-45 min northeast) ▼
Monterrey International Airport (MTY) — 24km / 30-45 min northeast
Authorized airport taxi (~$25 USD)Private transferUber/DiDiBus
Local Transit metro · bus · taxi ▼
metro
Metrorrey light rail with 3 lines (Lines 1, 2, 3) connecting Macroplaza, Fundidora, and outer districts. Operates 5am-midnight.
Crew tip: Metro filming requires Metrorrey authorization (2+ weeks). Line 3 is elevated — useful for establishing shots.
bus
Ecovia BRT runs dedicated lane along main avenue. Conventional buses cover everywhere but slower.
Crew tip: Ecovia is reliable. Skip conventional buses with equipment.
taxi
Uber and DiDi operate widely. Authorized sitio taxis also reliable from major hotels.
Crew tip: Uber XL for equipment runs. Pre-book Suburban SUVs for client transport.
Production Parking easy · Permits required
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Street parking widely available outside Centro and Barrio Antiguo. Mall and underground garages everywhere ($2-4 USD/hour).
Nuevo Leon film commission coordinates production vehicle permits. Industrial sites and Fundidora offer ample base camp space.
Getting Between Locations ▼
Excellent highway infrastructure — most locations within 20-40 min. Centro to San Pedro: 20 min. To MTY airport: 30-45 min. Border to Laredo TX: 2.5 hours via Highway 85. Rush hour (7-9am, 6-8pm) significantly impacts travel.
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Plan Your Monterrey Shoot
From permits and crew to equipment and logistics — we handle everything on the ground so you can focus on capturing Mexico's industrial powerhouse.