Central Park Movie Locations & Celebrity Homes Tour 1 Hour Tour
ID: GYG737447-1195049
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
This tour offers a blend of Hollywood glamour and Central Park history, providing an unforgettable journey through one of the world's most iconic parks.
Central Park has been featured in over 350 movies, making it a mecca for cinema enthusiasts. A pedicab tour offers a unique and leisurely way to visit famous filming locations within the park.
Highlights of the Tour
Movie Locations:
Home Alone 2: Visit the picturesque Wollman Rink, where Kevin McCallister enjoyed his ice-skating adventure. See the tunnel where Kevin cleverly escaped from the Sticky Bandits and the famous Plaza Hotel, a central location in the movie.
Elf: Discover the exact locations where Buddy the Elf spread his holiday cheer. You'll visit the iconic bridge, the site of the epic snowball fight. House where Buddy the Elf's father lives and an epic chase scene from Central Park Rangers.
Ghostbusters: Capture the nostalgia of the 1980s by visiting Tavern on the Green, where a memorable scene from Ghostbusters was filmed, and Spook Central.
One of the most picturesque spots in Central Park, the Bow Bridge has been a romantic location in films like Manhattan, Spiderman 3, and Autumn in New York.
The Bethesda Fountain, with its majestic angel statue, is another popular film site seen in movies such as Enchanted, Avengers, Ransom, John Wyck 1 & 2, Gossip Girl, and One Fine Day. Your guide will share behind-the-scenes stories of these movies as you take in the view.
Loeb Boathouse featured in 27 Dresses, When Harry Met Sally, and Sex and the City is a must-see for fans of these beloved New York stories.
The streets surrounding Central Park are lined with the homes of celebrities. While respecting their privacy, a pedicab tour allows you to view these impressive residences from a comfortable distance.
As you pass by these luxurious houses, you'll hear tales of the stars who live within. Whether it's an anecdote about a famous actor or a piece of trivia about a renowned musician, these stories add a personal touch to the grand facades.
Celebrity Homes:
The Dakota: Marvel at the historic Dakota building, the former home of John Lennon and Yoko Ono.
The San Remo: Discover the elegant San Remo building, where celebrities like Bono and Steve Martin live.
15 Central Park West is a luxurious home to celebrities like Denzel Washington & Robert DeNiro.
It's an excursion that promises to be as memorable as the movies and stars it celebrates.
Highlights
- Visit movie locations from Home Alone, Elf, Friends, Ghostbusters, Gossip Girl
- See residences of Steve Martin, Bono, Madonna, Robert De Niro, and more
- Enjoy the comfort of our pedicab without the hassle of walking
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Meeting point is in front of Starbucks, at 1411 6th Avenue, New York, NY 10019. In other words is in the middle of the 6th Avenue between 57th and 58th Streets. The sign of address 1411 is not on Starbucks. But Starbucks located between Metropolitan Antiques (1409 6th Avenue) and Merci Market (1413 6th Avenue).
• You do not need to come earlier, 5 min before tour will be perfect. There are many other pedicabs in the area and our guide will arrive from 5 minutes to 1 minute before your tour time and he will know your name.
• In case of rain or bad weather, you can reschedule for another available time
• Winter brings cooler temps. Important to bundle up and cover heads, fingers, and toes!
INCLUDED
- Tax
- Pedicab
- Guide
- Blanket (in the winter)
- Cool photos
NOT INCLUDED
- Tips (gratuities)
- Pick up / drop off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.