CALLING ALL TV AND MOVIE LOVERS!
Ever watched a scene and thought, “I’ve been there!” On the NYC TV & Movie Tour, you’ll explore over 60 famous filming locations from your favorite shows and movies, discovering how New York City became the ultimate star of the screen. As you travel through iconic neighborhoods, you’ll see how ordinary street corners, storefronts, and buildings were transformed into unforgettable moments on screen, often without any special effects at all. Along the way, expert guides share behind-the-scenes stories that reveal why filmmakers keep coming back to NYC again and again.
Pro tip: Bring a fully charged phone. Your camera roll is about to work overtime.
The Friends Apartment Building
Located in Greenwich Village, this instantly recognizable corner building is one of the most photographed stops on the tour. Fans of Friends will immediately remember the legendary couch episode, when Ross refused to pay for delivery and attempted to haul a couch up the stairs (pivot!). Standing here, it’s easy to imagine the gang leaning out the windows, recapping their latest misadventures and offering questionable advice because that’s what friends do. Even though the interior scenes were filmed on a soundstage, this exterior shot became a symbol of the show itself, turning a real NYC building into a pop culture landmark that fans from around the world make a point to visit.
The Ghostbusters Firehouse
Who ya gonna call? Ghostbusters! This real, working firehouse doubled as Ghostbusters HQ and still looks exactly like it does on screen. This is where the team geared up, slid down the pole, and rushed out to save New York City from paranormal chaos. Seeing it in person makes it clear why this location became so iconic, it feels frozen in movie history. Don’t be surprised if the theme song starts playing in your head the second you see it.
The Flatiron District
If New York City had a superhero résumé, this neighborhood would be front and center. The Flatiron area has appeared in major action scenes from films like Spider-Man, where NYC’s architecture becomes part of the action itself. Seeing it in person makes it clear why filmmakers love this spot’s dramatic angles, iconic buildings, and instant cinematic credibility.
The Plaza Hotel
Movie fans will instantly recognize the exterior of the Plaza Hotel from Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, where Kevin McCallister checks in and lives his best solo NYC life. Standing outside the hotel, guests relive one of the most beloved holiday movie sequences of all time, and realize just how much of that story relied on real New York locations. It’s a perfect reminder that some of the most magical movie moments are grounded in places you can actually visit.
Grand Central Terminal
With its soaring ceilings and famous clock, Grand Central is pure movie magic. Featured in dramas, comedies, and action films alike, this landmark shows how everyday New Yorkers move through a space that feels cinematic even without a camera rolling. Standing inside, it’s easy to recognize scenes you’ve watched unfold right where you’re standing.