November 20, 2009
Five Great Movie Tours in NYC
I have a crush on New York City. And I have a crush on the movies. Film, motion pictures, the talkies.
Fortunately there’s a company that indulges both my crushes in a big way with their movie tours. It’s On Location Tours, and they’ve created guided tours around the city based on locations from favorite film and television. Here’s a glimpse at the goods. There’s no way you can’t find at least one thing of interest here.
T.V. and Movie Sites
Recognize the building in this photograph? It’s from a little 90s classic titled simply and poignantly, Friends. This building was used for the exterior of Monica’s apartment. Us Friends lovers would know it anywhere, and on the T.V. and Movie Sites tour we can take a closer look and get an awesome (incredibly staged) photo op in front of it. Other sites on this tour include the front stoop from the Cosby Show plus sites from Will & Grace, Law & Order, and The Devil Wears Prada. (But you know that’s not all, right?)
Central Park
The more than 800 acres that make up this New York City landmark are a beautiful place to explore on any day for any reason. But throw in some actual film locations from your favorite pop culture, and it becomes one of the most exciting things to do on a first time visit to the city. There’s something for everyone on this tour as many great films – both legendary and recent – have been filmed near the fountains, bridges, boathouse, and walkways of famous Central Park.
Gossip Girl, the Sopranos, and More
Three of the On Location tours are based on classic television. Ever want to discover the cupcakes from Sex and the City? There’s a whole tour built around that fashionable show. It’s the perfect choice for a girls trip to town, but absolutely any fan will love it. The Sopranos lent itself to some great NYC locations as well, and one tour focuses on those. The newest tour centers around the edgy new teen show, Gossip Girl. If you’re a fan of any of these popular shows, you’re going to love the tours that celebrate them.
Now, these are the five the company has created thus far. I do have a suggestion for them, though. Having stalked On Location Tours for some time, because well – I love what they do, I feel I can address them personally and suggest two words: Nora Ephron. I definitely think they should create a tour based on this self-proclaimed fan of the city. Ephron is a screenwriter and essayist who loves New York City as much as anyone can, and she paints it so well into her writings. She’s highlighted tons of great locations in the city, and there should definitely be a tour in her honor.
Not that I’m not completely thrilled with the choices they already offer! I’ll take a walk to Monica’s apartment any day of the week. And frankly, I’m just really happy this very cool company exists.
Photo by Smart Destinations on Flickr.
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