Project Origins

This walking tour was created by a passionate fan of The Last of Us Part II who spent countless hours mapping the real Seattle locations that inspired Naughty Dog's incredible recreation of the city. What started as a personal exploration became a comprehensive guide for fellow fans.

100+ Hours Research
38 Locations Mapped
280+ Photos Compared
6.2 Miles Optimized

Development Timeline

June 2020
The Last of Us Part II is released. Initial exploration of Seattle locations begins during gameplay.
Summer 2020
First real-world visits to Seattle locations. Photo documentation and comparison work starts.
Fall 2020
Route optimization begins. Testing different paths to minimize backtracking and elevation changes.
2021-2024
Continuous refinement, additional location discovery, and route improvements based on walker feedback.
2025
Complete website overhaul with enhanced post-apocalyptic theme and interactive features.

Credits & Acknowledgments

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Naughty Dog

For creating The Last of Us Part II and their incredible attention to detail in recreating Seattle. This tour exists because of their masterful world-building.

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City of Seattle

For maintaining the beautiful urban environment that inspired the game's setting and for providing accessible public spaces.

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Photography Contributors

Fellow fans who contributed comparison photos and location insights that made this comprehensive guide possible.

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Beta Testers

The brave souls who walked early versions of this route and provided feedback to improve the experience for everyone.

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Original Tour Creator

Special thanks to lenocinor for creating the original tour documentation. This website was built based on their comprehensive Seattle locations guide.

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The TLOU Community

For their enthusiasm, feedback, and shared passion for exploring the world of The Last of Us in all its forms.

Legal Disclaimer

This is an unofficial, fan-made project. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Naughty Dog, Sony Interactive Entertainment, or any official The Last of Us properties.

Contact & Support

Questions, suggestions, or found a broken link? Get in touch:

Email: joevandyk@gmail.com

Issues: Report technical problems or suggest improvements

Updates: New locations or route optimizations are always welcome

Response time is typically 2-3 days. Please be patient as this is maintained by volunteers.

Future Plans

This project continues to evolve. Planned improvements include:

Thank You

To everyone who has walked this tour, provided feedback, or simply shared their love for The Last of Us. This community makes projects like this possible and worthwhile.

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