Where was Navigating Christmas filmed? The lighthouse location

But let's start from the beginning: after some stock footage of Seattle, the movie opens with Melanie enjoying an office party thrown at the Legislative Library of British Columbia hall.

Renowned for its neoclassical design and rich historical significance, this stunning early 20th-century building is located within the grounds of the provincial parliament in Victoria.

Before arriving at the lighthouse (and afterward, throughout the film), there are establishing shots of St. Nicholas Island, filmed in several picturesque Scandinavian towns.

One of these is a view of a Norwegian village called Sagvåg.

The historic Fisgard Lighthouse in Colwood is a beautiful beacon that stands proudly as Canada's oldest lighthouse on the West Coast.

Built in 1860, this National Historic Site has guided ships through the treacherous waters of the Strait of Juan de Fuca for over a century.

The striking octagonal structure and scenic setting draw visitors to explore the museum, though the interior has yet to be listed on Airbnb.

The adjacent Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Site was built in the 19th century to protect Canada's coastline.

The local restaurant, Ruth's, is the Seahorses Cafe on top of the water in Brentwood Bay, next to the Mill Bay ferry.

The candy cane cake-pop bakery and overall, the streets of St. Nicholas Island, were filmed at the Whippletree Junction.

This is a funky shopping and entertainment complex located near Duncan and Cowichan Bay, about a 50-minute drive from Victoria.

This unique destination, known for its blend of artisan crafts, local goods and rustic dining, was recently featured in the Hallmark movie You, Me & the Christmas Trees.

By the way, there is a real St. Nicholas Island located 61 miles (98 km) off the coast of Southern California, part of the Channel Islands National Park.

The colorful houses of the harbor look like the Fisherman's Wharf in Victoria, although these scenes may have been filmed elsewhere.