Self Guided "Central Park Movie Tour" Solo Walking Tour in New York City

New York, US
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Highlights

  • Explore Central Park's iconic filming locations
  • Discover hidden gems and beautiful archways
  • Immerse yourself in cinematic and historic stories
  • Experience a self-guided tour at your own pace
  • Follow in the footsteps of famous movie scenes

Meeting Point

The tour starts at the Lombard Lamp which was originally placed here in 1979. Just next to the lamp is the Plaza Hotel. This iconic hotel was first featured in Alfred Hitchcoks’ 1959 spy thriller movie, North by Northwest, starring Cary Grant.

Meeting point

Grand Army Plaza, New York, NY 10019 , United States

End point

End Point

The tour ends at Maine Monument in Columbus Circle the site of the filming of Taxi and Ghostbusters.

Meeting point

West Side at, Central Park S, New York, NY 10019 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Gapstow Bridge

The filming site of Home Alone 2, Anger Management and Enchanted.

Duration 3 minutes
2

Wollman Rink

Wollman Rink was used in other family films like August Rush, Mr. Poppers Penguins and Stepmom.

3

The Dairy Visitor Center and Gift Shop

The filming location of Independence Day and Enchanted

4

Central Park Carousel

Filming location of Mel Brook's movie the Producers. Zero Mostel and Gene Wilder teamed up as the corrupt duo and found themselves having lunch and discussing business here on the Carousel.

5

Tavern On the Green

Also featured in Ghostbusters, Tavern on the Green is no stranger to cinematic features. Arthur, Arthur 2, Beeches and over twenty more movies have used this old sheep house transformed into a celebrity hot spot as a movie location.

6

Greyshot Arch

According to the movie Cloverfield, the greyshot arch is the prime spot to hide from city destroying monsters. Be sure to place that fact in your doomsday backpack for when you need it.

Duration 3 minutes

Additional Information

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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What our experts say

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    Start at Lombard Lamp for views
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    Visit nearby Plaza Hotel for photos
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    Check out Gapstow Bridge's history
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    Bring water; it can get warm!
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    Enjoy a treat at nearby cafes

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