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New York City TV and Movie Locations Bus Tour 3 hr

TourTruth score 4.7 out of 10

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1,412 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • New York City
  • 3 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Spot the Friends apartment and Ghostbusters Firehouse on a 3-hour New York City bus tour led by a guide with on-set experience.

About this tour

See New York City through the stories filmed on its streets, from sitcom apartments to superhero landmarks. This 3-hour New York City TV and movie locations bus tour brings familiar scenes to life with a guide who has worked on sets as a stand-in or extra.

Ride between dozens of filming locations, including the Friends apartment, the Ghostbusters Firehouse, and the Daily Bugle offices from Spider-Man. Along the way, spot places connected to Friends, Seinfeld, Birdman, Girls, Glee, and more, while hearing behind-the-scenes stories and trivia. Quick step-off stops at some locations offer a closer look, and the coach provides a comfortable way to cover more ground in any season.

Meet at Ellen's Stardust Diner in Midtown and settle into unassigned seating before departure. The New York City TV and movie locations bus tour is a lively choice for first-time visitors and locals alike. Reserve ahead, especially for weekends and holidays, and discover the city behind the screen.

Highlights

  • Spot the Friends apartment, Ghostbusters Firehouse, and Daily Bugle offices
  • Hear behind-the-scenes stories from a guide with on-set experience
  • See locations from Friends, Seinfeld, Birdman, Girls, and Glee
  • Enjoy a comfortable ride between iconic New York City filming sites

What's included

Included

  • 3-hour bus tour of iconic New York City movie and TV locations
  • Actor and tour guide with experience as a stand-in or extra on sets
  • Option to upgrade to a private tour

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Departure point: Ellen's Stardust Diner, 1650 Broadway, New York, NY 10019, at the corner of Broadway and 51st Street
  • The bus cannot wait for late arrivals
  • Seating is unassigned and first come, first served
  • Quick step-off stops are included at some locations
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  • Wheelchair access is limited; contact the operator 24 hours in advance. Buses have no wheelchair lifts, and passengers must board and exit independently. Foldable wheelchairs can be stored
  • Infants must sit on an adult's lap; strollers and service animals are allowed
  • Most buses have bathrooms and are air-conditioned in summer and heated in winter
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

Where does the tour depart?

The tour departs from Ellen's Stardust Diner at 1650 Broadway, on the corner of Broadway and 51st Street.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility is limited. Contact the operator 24 hours in advance; buses have no wheelchair lifts, and passengers must board and exit independently.

Can infants join the tour?

Infants must sit on an adult's lap. Strollers are allowed.

Is seating assigned?

No. Seating is first come, first served.

What is included in the tour?

A 3-hour bus tour of iconic New York City TV and movie locations, led by a guide with on-set experience. A private-tour upgrade is available.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.54 on Viator and 4.26 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 4.7.

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