Central Park Movie Locations and Celebrity Homes Pedicab Tour

Experience the magic of Central Park and the allure of New York City's celebrity culture on our exclusive Central Park Movie Locations & Celebrity Homes Pedicab Tour. This unforgettable journey offers a unique blend of Hollywood glamour and star-studded history, all from the comfort of a guided pedicab.

The Wollman Rink is featured in Home Alone 2, Love Story, Smurfs, Limitless, and the final scene of the 2001 romantic comedy Serendipity, starring John Cusack and Kate Beckinsale. After initially meeting while Christmas shopping at Bloomingdale's and parting ways, the characters leave their reunion to fate.

Past and present notable residents include Francis Ford Coppola, Elizabeth Taylor, Aristotle Onassis, and Mohamed Al-Fayed, drawn to its luxurious.

The Plaza Hotel, built in 1907, has been a prominent filming location for many movies, thanks to its elegant French Renaissance-style exterior that epitomizes New York luxury. It was the main setting for "Eloise at the Plaza" (2003), based on a 1950s children’s book series, featuring Julie Andrews as Eloise’s nanny. The hotel is also featured in the 2013 adaptation of "The Great Gatsby", where key scenes unfold, including Jay Gatsby’s confrontation with Tom Buchanan. "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York" prominently uses The Plaza as Kevin McAllister’s luxurious hideout, with a memorable cameo by then-owner Donald Trump. Additionally, "It Could Happen To You" and "Bride Wars" also showcase various stunning interiors of The Plaza, highlighting its iconic status in film.

Lady Gaga rented a private duplex for $22,000 a month. The dramatic space, complete with rose-colored mirrors, terraces, and sweeping views, has even been featured in her Netflix documentary Gaga: Five Foot Two.
Before that, the same unit was home to Lance Armstrong, Liza Minnelli, and Broadway great Michael Bennett. Talk about elite company on Central Park’s doorstep!

The majestic Hampshire House is where art, music, and film legends lived. Luciano Pavarotti sought peace here near the Met. Plácido Domingo and José Carreras, his fellow Tenor, also owned apartments here. Actress Sophia Loren and artist Frida Kahlo graced its halls. Boxer Barney Ross once stored his gear here, and filmmaker William Wyler made his home here, too. Even literary giant Vladimir Nabokov, singer Art Garfunkel, Olympic champ Sonja Henie, jeweler Julien Arpels, and Frank Sinatra lived under this roof. This building isn’t just architecture, it’s a roll call of icons.

The legendary Essex House. It’s been a magnet for some of the world’s most fascinating people. David Bowie and Iman called it home for a decade, just think of the music and style that lived here. Composer Igor Stravinsky lived here too. In the 1930s, the legendary comedy team George Burns and Gracie Allen lived here, right alongside the notorious mobster Lucky Luciano. Fast-forward to the ’40s, and you had stars like Milton Berle and Betty Grable. Even big names like FDR, Nixon, Bob Marley, and Ed Sullivan either visited or stayed here. It’s not just a building, it’s a stage in New York’s story of fame, creativity, and intrigue.

Classic New York luxury with a twist of modern giants. Ken Griffin set a record here when he bought a penthouse for a staggering $238 million. Yes, the highest priced home ever sold in the U.S. Not long after, Sting and his wife Trudie Styler moved in, dropping about $66 million on their own penthouse with sweeping park views. Even Dancing Queens star Marcella Raneri recently invested here. Behind the scenes, powerful figures from entertainment, finance, and business, though often anonymous, have snapped up units, making this building not just a home, but a who''s-who of modern day wealth.

Madagascar, where a group of animals embark on a wild adventure.

The Mall, Central Park's sole straight path lined with American elm trees, provides a serene backdrop ideal for filming. In "Maid in Manhattan", Maria Ventura (Jennifer Lopez), a hotel maid, and Chris Marshall (Ralph Fiennes), a New York politician, have a pivotal conversation here about their potential future together.

Follow Ted Kramer (Dustin Hoffman) in Kramer vs. Kramer as he tries to squeeze time out of his busy workday to teach his son, Billy, how to bike.

The Conservatory Waters is prominently featured in both the book and film adaptation of Stuart Little. It serves as the setting where Stuart races his toy sailboat.

In Sex and the City, Carrie meets Mr. Big for lunch at The Boathouse, promising Miranda she won't kiss him. However, as they dodge the kiss, they both fall into the lake.

In When Harry Met Sally, Sally Albright and her friends discuss her breakup with Joe over lunch at The Boathouse. They go through a Rolodex to find potential dates for her, but Sally concludes there are no more men left to date.

Many filmmakers and TV producers are drawn to Bethesda Terrace and its iconic fountain, the “heart of the park” according to its designers. The opening sequence of the 1973 film Godspell and a key scene in Angels in America feature the terrace. In The Producers (2005), Max Bialystock (Nathan Lane) pleads with Leo Bloom (Matthew Broderick) at the fountain. The 2007 film Enchanted includes a musical number around the fountain, while 27 Dresses (2008) also features scenes shot there. The terrace is the dramatic setting for the finale of The Avengers (2012) and has appeared in The Amazing Race, Doctor Who, Elf, and Gossip Girl.

Bow Bridge in Central Park has graced the screen in several iconic films, including Manhattan, Spiderman 3, Autumn in New York, and The Way We Were,

The San Remo building on Central Park West is renowned for its luxurious residences and celebrity residents. Over the years, it has been home to notable figures such as Bono, Steven Spielberg, Demi Moore, and Steve Martin. Its iconic twin towers and stunning views of Central Park make it a highly sought-after address in New York City's Upper West Side, synonymous with prestige and exclusivity in the world of celebrity real estate.

The Beresford is famed for its elegant pre-war architecture and esteemed residents. Over the years, it has been home to a number of celebrities, including Jerry Seinfeld, Glenn Close, John McEnroe, and Diana Ross.

The Dakota building is famous for its historic charm and celebrity residents. Notable figures who have called the Dakota home include John Lennon and Yoko Ono, who lived there during Lennon's final years. Other past and present residents have included Lauren Bacall, Judy Garland, Leonard Bernstein, and Connie Chung. The Dakota's architectural grandeur and its association with cultural icons have solidified its status as one of New York City's most iconic and exclusive residential buildings.

Dedicated to the memory of John Lennon, features the iconic "Imagine" mosaic

The Sheep Meadow has been featured in several films, including It Could Happen To You, where Nicolas Cage and Bridget Fonda's characters spend time in Central Park as their friendship blossoms into love. In the 2005 romance Little Manhattan, several scenes were filmed in Sheep Meadow.

The iconic NYC restaurant Tavern on the Green, originally a sheepfold, features prominently in several films. In Ghostbusters, Louis Tully, haunted by an invisible ghost, draws the attention of other diners before they resume eating as if nothing happened. The restaurant is also seen in Wall Street, where Bud Fox enters the dining room after a private meeting with Gordon Gekko in Central Park. Additionally, Mr. Popper’s Penguins includes the restaurant in a major plot point, with Jim Carrey's character working for a firm that plans to buy and demolish it.

Hotel des Artistes, known for its artistic history and residential units, has been home to notable figures including Isadora Duncan and Rudolph Valentino.

The snowball-fight scene in the movie "Elf"

15 Central Park West is renowned for its luxury and has attracted many high-profile residents. Celebrities who have lived in this prestigious building include Denzel Washington, Sting, Bob Costas, and Norman Lear. Known for its prime location overlooking Central Park and its opulent amenities, 15 Central Park West remains a coveted address among the elite in New York City.
Movie "Leon the professional"

Movie "Tower Heist" and celeb chef Jean-Georges

Columbus Circle has served as a backdrop for several notable films, including "Taxi Driver", "Ghostbusters" and "Enchanted"

One57, located on Billionaires' Row in Manhattan, has been home to various celebrities Michael Dell and Bill Ackman

The playground was the inspiration for the TV show Jessie.
So far, this has been part of our 1-hour tour.
If you’re on the 2-hour tour, you’ll see everything from the 1-hour tour, plus the following sights below.

The Carlyle has hosted notable figures such as Princess Diana, John F. Kennedy, George Clooney, Madonna and Mick Jagger.

Has stood in New York City since 1881 and is the oldest man-made object in the park

Its vast collection spans 5,000 years of art, featuring masterpieces from ancient Egypt to contemporary works

Honors the founding father and first Secretary of the Treasury

A posh neighborhood that's home to museums and millionaires.

A prestigious pre-war co-op building on the Upper East Side, has been home to notable celebrities, including Jackie Kennedy Onassis and David Koch.

It offers stunning views of the Manhattan skyline.

It is renowned for its distinctive spiral architecture designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.
The International, Once in Rome, Mr. Popper's Penguins

Offers a tranquil, forest-like escape with scenic waterfalls, winding paths, and dense greenery.

It is where Humphrey Bogart (Casablanca) grew up.
West Side Story

A historic Art Deco building on Central Park West, has been home to various celebrities over the years, including Alec Baldwin and Michael J. Fox

Themed garden featuring plants and flowers mentioned in William Shakespeare's works

Castle has served as a picturesque location for several films, including "Enchanted", "The Smurfs", and "Elf".