Seven iconic New York City filming locations
No other city has likely been the backdrop for as many iconic film and media moments as New York City.
From superhero blockbusters to rom-com classics, The Big Apple has seen it all.
Here, Travel News Blitz’s Sam Condy breaks down seven of the best filming locations to explore across the city.
Central Park
Central Park has featured in countless films, from Home Alone 2 to Elf and Avengers.
Wandering the sprawling greenspace will leave you recognising far more than you will have first expected.
A personal favourite is the Bow Bridge connecting Cherry Hill to the Ramble, otherwise known as the bridge where Mary Jane Watson ended things with Peter Parker in Spider-Man 3.
Empire State Building
Arguably the most famous skyscraper in the world, the Empire State Building has starred in almost every major movie set in New York City.
Heading to the observation deck at the top gives perhaps the best views in all of Manhattan, perfect for planning your next adventure in the concrete jungle.
Ghostbusters Firehouse (Hook and Ladder 8)
This working fire station in Tribeca is instantly recognisable from Ghostbusters.
Its iconic exterior has become a tourism hotspot, with fans of the franchise eager to snap a few pics outside the firehouse doors.
It remains one of New York’s most beloved movie landmarks.
Times Square
Few places capture the chaos and spectacle of New York quite like Times Square.
It appears in films such as Spider-Man, Vanilla Sky, and The Wolf of Wall Street.
It’s become almost synonymous with the city; let's just hope there's a better atmosphere here than there was for Tom Cruise in 2001.
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Katz’s Delicatessen
Made famous by When Harry Met Sally, Katz’s remains one of the city’s most legendary delis.
Visitors come for the cinematic nostalgia, but stay for the iconic pastrami sandwiches.
If you are not sure what to eat - just ‘have what she’s having’.
The Plaza Hotel
The Plaza features prominently in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, along with numerous other films.
It sits at the edge of Central Park and has been used as a symbol of New York glamour for decades.
Even if you’re only walking through the lobby, it’s a film moment come to life.
Grand Central Terminal
This grand station has appeared in The Avengers, Madagascar, and Men in Black.
The main concourse is arguably the world's most iconic public transport hub.
The sweeping teal roof and 24-hour bustle are truly sights to behold.
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