We live in a world dominated by pop culture. Film and television can take us to places we’ve never been and make locations and occupations outside our personal experience seem familiar. Some cities are more often duplicated than others, their popular locations having become almost as recognizable to us as our own cities. It makes perfect sense then to visit these familiar spots when you’re in an unfamiliar city. New York is probably the most filmed city in the world. LA is the geographical location for Hollywood itself. And these are the cities where we’ll begin. We’ve got sample itineraries for movie tours to both of these exciting cities, and they’re perfect for educational tours, grad trips, and beyond.
New York City – TV and Movie Sites Tour
Even without this theme, a first-time visit to New York City always leads to at least a few recognizable locations. Popular icons like the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, and Times Square have been featured in so many films and television shows, you almost feel you’ve been to them before. That feeling of familiarity helps any visitor feel that they belong.
In that spirit, groups can take the Central Park Movie Walking Tour. More than eight hundred acres make up this famous city park. It’s a must-see NYC attraction and usually a favorite as well. This tour introduces the Boat House, Bow Bridge, Central Park Zoo, and other iconic sights as the film locations you’ll definitely recognize from movies like When Harry Met Sally. Within the city, you’ll love the TV and Movie Sites Walking Tour with locations from The Devil Wears Prada, The Cosby Show, Men in Black, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, and more.
Other attractions on this NY itinerary include Planet Hollywood, with its exciting movie memorabilia and celebrity artifacts, and Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum, the only place in Manhattan you’re guaranteed to mingle with the stars.
Los Angeles – Lights, Camera, Action
In LA, Hollywood is a geographical location as well as an ethereal entity. This tour lets you visit its famous spaces from the famous letters on the hillside to all the excitement below. The Kodak Theater makes this itinerary as the site of several favorite productions, including the American Idol finale and Annual Academy Awards.
Group tours should always include the Hollywood Walk of Fame as everyone loves to hunt for their favorite artists, celebrities, and icons in the golden stars engraved with famous names and hand prints. Tour the famous Universal Studios or Warner Brothers. Hop on a bus for a glimpse at celebrity homes. Enjoy the familiar memorabilia in The Hollywood Museum and capture amazing photo ops at Grauman’s Chinese Theater.
You’ll enjoy every minute of a movie-themed tour to these cities so integral in today’s film-making industry. Cities like Washington D.C. offer Movie and TV Site tours as well. Ask for this fun attraction in the destination of your choice! It could be the highlight of your tour.
