Self Guided "Central Park Movie Tour" Solo Walking Tour in New York City
See Central parks iconic filming locations, beautiful archways, ice rinks, hidden gems and sharing cinematic and historic stories.
This is a Solo smart phone navigated tour. Go at your own pace and schedule. You'll hear immersive narration, our narrator, a posh British movie fan.
Since 1908 over 200 films have been shot in Central Park making it the most filmed public park in the world.
If you’ve seen ghost busters, Elf, home alone 2, Hair, Taxi or many of the other movies filmed here, Do not miss this tour.
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Self Guided "Central Park Movie Tour" Solo Walking Tour in New York City
What's included in Self Guided "Central Park Movie Tour" Solo Walking Tour in New York City
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Gapstow Bridge
The filming site of Home Alone 2, Anger Management and Enchanted.
Wollman RinkPass-by Only
Wollman Rink was used in other family films like August Rush, Mr. Poppers Penguins and Stepmom.
The Dairy Visitor Center and Gift ShopPass-by Only
The filming location of Independence Day and Enchanted
Inclusions
- Virtual walk you can take after taking the in person tour
- Smartphone Guided Walking tour on the WalknTours app
- In Person Guide, this is a smart phone navigated tour
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- 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.
End Points
- The tour ends at Maine Monument in Columbus Circle the site of the filming of Taxi and Ghostbusters.
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Ticket Redemption
This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text 617-991-3269. A copy of your ticket is below. HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR 1. For the best experience, follow the instructions below before taking your tour. 2. Use experience code 'solopark' 3. We suggest using earbuds / headphones, it allows you to hear and experience the tour better. How to unlock and take the tour: Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android. App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/walkntours/id1457662600 Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.walkntours Step 2: Register an Account or Login Step 3: Unlock Your Tour Chose New York Click on the "Central Park Movie Tour" Tour Enter the Experience Code 'solopark' Click apply Step 4: Take the Tour Go to the Lombard Lamp, Grand Army Plaza, New York, NY 10019 Open the tour and click start experience. Have questions? Email us [email protected] or text 617-991-3269.
