New York · NYC MOVIE AND TV LOCATION TOURS
Good nyc movie and tv location tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 12 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Follow Carrie, Charlotte, Miranda, and Samantha through Manhattan on a 3.5-hour coach tour with guides such as Lou, Lara, Hannah, and Amanda. See Carrie's West Village brownstone, Buddakan, The Pleasure Chest, Meatpacking, and Onieal's, where you can buy a cosmo at your own expense.
“Tour was fantastic. I enjoyed every minute walking in the footsteps of the 4 ladies and of course Mr big and adian”
Ride through Manhattan with a local actor guide and spot famous filming locations from Friends, Seinfeld, Ghostbusters, Glee, Birdman, and more. You’ll see the Friends apartment, Ghostbusters firehouse, Central Park, and other screen-famous places, with movie clips and quick photo stops from a comfortable coach.
“Benji was awesome! He showed us all the cool movie spots even on a day that it was raining. Would do it again. We got to get out a couple of times and stretch our legs which is good too.”
Spend three hours visiting Sex and the City filming spots across Manhattan, from Carrie’s apartment and Fifth Avenue to Buddakan and Scout. A local actor guide such as Lou, Hannah, or Ryhan shares show trivia and city history, with bus transport, a Magnolia Bakery cupcake, and stops for photos and optional drinks.
“Hannah S was a fantastic guide , we were a small group but on a freaking cold day she made the tour really personal -5 ***”
Ride through Central Park with guides such as MJ, Max, Moni, Johnny, or Yassin, stopping at Bethesda Fountain, Bow Bridge, and other film sites. You’ll see more than 45 movie and TV locations, celebrity homes, and Gossip Girl sights, with photos and winter blankets included.
“Mj and Dil were fantastic guides. They showed us the history of Central Park, we saw celebrities houses and they were very knowledgeable of the films that have starred Central Park. We stopped on the way to have photos taken where they also took family photos for us.”
Join an actor or actress guide, such as Laura, Callum, Kate, or Brian, for a two-hour walk through more than 30 Central Park film and TV sites. Expect movie stills, park history, photo stops, easy paths, and a Columbus Circle finish.
“learning about all the shows and movies that used central park as location spots.great informative guide.”
Spend two hours touring more than 40 Gossip Girl filming locations with an English-speaking local actress. See the Palace Hotel, Met Steps, Vera Wang boutique, and Empire Hotel, with photo stops, show trivia, and a small Ladurée macaroon treat on some departures.
“It was a good tour, very fun and had lots to see and it helped refresh my memory!”
Join a local actor and Sopranos specialist for a four-hour bus tour from Midtown Manhattan into New Jersey. Visit more than 40 filming sites, including Satin Dolls, St. Cecilia’s Church, the Muffler Man, and Holsten’s, where the final scene was filmed.
“A fantastic 4-hours for our family of 3 avid Sopranos fans. John, our tour guide, really made the tour memorable and enjoyable, with his detailed knowledge of the show, delivered in an engaging way. His use of humour and trivia, and genuine level of enthusiasm were commendable. Bada Bing and Holstens stop offs were the absolute highlight, with the opportunity for photos and souvenir purchases. This tour is well worth the money and thanks again to John for a great experience.”
Spend four hours tracing The Sopranos across New York and New Jersey with an English-speaking actor guide such as John, Deano, Jacopo, or Stefan. Sit in Tony’s Holsten’s booth, visit the Bada Bing, see Chris’s shooting location, and hear behind-the-scenes stories aboard a bus from Midtown.
“Great tour if you are a Sopranos fan like me and my adult Son - the guide was excellent, so knowledgeable and was happy to give ample for taking pictures, and even took group photos for us! Couldn’t praise him enough.”
Ride through the Upper East Side, Central Park, and Upper West Side on a 90-minute private pedicab tour led by guides such as Oz, Zaza, Marco, or Kemal. You’ll see Gossip Girl locations including the Plaza, Met steps, Bethesda tunnel, Nate’s townhouse, and Empire Hotel, with about three photo stops.
“Oz is AMAZING! Great conversation, great pictures, & had the best time! Highly recommend Oz, you won't regret it.”
Follow Gossip Girl through Manhattan by heated or air-conditioned coach, visiting sites linked to the Van der Woodsens, Blair, Serena, and the Empire Hotel. Guides such as Clara and Maddie add show facts, clips, and photo help. The 9 a.m. tour lasts about three hours.
“Natalie was awesome. By far our best tour on the trip. Natalie was on time professional and did a spectacular job. She new her Gossip Girl gossip I side and out and told us other highlights too. I only saw a few episodes of Gossip Girl and absolutely loved the tour. My daughters are GG aficionados and they thought it was great too!! Highly recommend this tour!!”
Ride through Central Park in a private pedicab with an English-speaking guide such as Johnny, Max, Moni, or Noah. Stop for photos at Bethesda Fountain, Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle, Bow Bridge, and more, with one-hour and two-hour options.
“This tour was very accommodating to our schedule. We've been to the park many times and by far this tour was our favorite. Relaxing and informative.”
Ride through Central Park with an English-speaking guide, stopping at famous film locations including Wollman Rink, Bethesda Terrace, Bow Bridge, and Strawberry Fields. Omar and Peter are among the named guides. Your private group gets movie trivia, park history, and photos along the way.
“Omar was excellent. Funny and full of information. The hour went really quickly. It was a super hot day and he was thoughtful enough to park the pedicab in the shade when we hopped off to take photos. Will recommend for sure”
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