3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour in New York, United States
New York, United States

3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour

Outty Ranking 49 4.6 · 57 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $320
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Outty Ranking

49/100

Worth a Look. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.6/5

Based on 57 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour worth booking?

3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour is a 3-hour experience in New York, United States, from $320 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 57 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
49 / 100
Rating
4.6/5 (57)
Duration
3 hours
From
$320 per person

Take a guided tour of New York sites from your favorite movies and television shows, including ‘Friends,’ Birdman,’ ‘Girls’ and ‘Glee.’ On this must-do tour, your entertaining and in-the-know guide — an actor with insider knowledge— takes you to dozens of recognizable locations from TV and film. You’ll catch a glimpse of the Daily Bugle offices featured in ‘Spider-Man’ and spot the legendary Original Soupman who inspired a character featured on ‘Seinfeld,’ among many others. Come ready to sing your favorite show theme songs. Small private tours are typically 1 hour shorter than public tours.

What you get

    About this experience

    Take a guided tour of New York sites from your favorite movies and television shows, including ‘Friends,’ Birdman,’ ‘Girls’ and ‘Glee.’ On this must-do tour, your entertaining and in-the-know guide — an actor with insider knowledge— takes you to dozens of recognizable locations from TV and film. You’ll catch a glimpse of the Daily Bugle offices featured in ‘Spider-Man’ and spot the legendary Original Soupman who inspired a character featured on ‘Seinfeld,’ among many others. Come ready to sing your favorite show theme songs. Small private tours are typically 1 hour shorter than public tours.

    What's included

    Included

    • Guided 3-hour tour
    • Transportation

    Not included

    • Meals and beverages
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. On Location Tours

      NYC bus tour of holiday lights and movie filming locations

      15 minutes here

    2. Central Park

      NYC bus tour of holiday lights and movie filming locations

      15 minutes here

    3. Wollman Rink

      NYC bus tour of holiday lights and movie filming locations

      15 minutes here

    4. Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

      NYC bus tour of holiday lights and movie filming locations

      15 minutes here

    5. Fifth Avenue

      NYC bus tour of holiday lights and movie filming locations

      15 minutes here

    6. GhostBusters Firehouse Company 8

      NYC bus tour of holiday lights and movie filming locations

      15 minutes here

    7. Macy's Herald Square

      NYC bus tour of holiday lights and movie filming locations

      15 minutes here

    8. Friends Apartment Building

      Take a guided tour of New York sites from your favorite television shows including Friends

      15 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    New York

    Departure Point: Ellen's Stardust Diner in Midtown Address: 1650 Broadway New York, NY 10019 Directions: • Located on the corner of Broadway and 51st Street

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    On Location Tours, Inc

    Know before you go

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • All tours are led by tour guides, and take place on luxury coach buses. Buses are air-conditioned in the summer and heated in the winter. Most buses are equipped with bathrooms
    • Limited wheelchair accessibility. Buses are not equipped with wheelchair lifts. Storage is available for foldable wheelchairs. Passengers must be able to get on and off the bus of their own accord. Wheelchairs may be taken out at the stops if desired
    • There are several quick step-off points at some of the locations during the tour

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 57 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    57 verified traveler reviews for 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    456charlotteo · July 2026

    Fantastic

    Did the tour Tanner was our guide he was fantastic very knowledgeable about films and series shoots around the city it was just fantastic defo recommend it

    via Tripadvisor

    kellig344 · April 2026

    Tanner!!!

    Tanner was absolutely fantastic. Not only did he fill the time in extreme traffic, he took amazing photos of my family at every stop.

    via Tripadvisor

    JosieConnar · April 2026

    Brilliant fun!

    Brilliant! Tim was our guide and he needs his own stand up comedy show - really!! He was knowledgeable and we made some fabulous memories! The tour was the right length and I’m now going home to re-watch a ton of films I can now say ‘I was there!!’ Top tip: if you plan to go to Ellen’s Stardust Diner - the pick up location - go for breakfast as the queues are non existent beforehand!!

    Response from the operator: Thank you, we’re thrilled you had such a fun and memorable time with Tim and appreciate the great tip to share with future guests!

    via Tripadvisor

    wendybR7535NZ · December 2025

    5* Service

    Tanner was our guide & he was fabulous from start to finish. So friendly & knowledgeable, he kept us entertained throughout. He shared his personal experiences from the industry & really brought it all to life. I would highly recommend this tour, you will not be disappointed!

    via Tripadvisor

    jillsB4180BX · August 2025

    DISHONEST COMPANY! DO NOT USE!

    SCAMMED. We took this tour after booking it with our Go City pass. The On Location Tours website requested our debit card number to reserve our spot, and assured us that our card would not be charged unless we failed to arrive for the tour, or booked it more than 24 hours in advance. We booked it the night before and arrived on time. Parker, our tour guide, scanned our passes and the Go City app showed that we attended the tour. Even though the On Location Tours website explicitly said it would not charge our card, IT DID, and we were charged over $140 for a tour we had already paid for. After numerous phone calls and email exchanges with On Location Tours, they refused to give us a refund, and even had the balls to accuse the Go City Pass company of scamming us! Let's not even mention the hot, sweltering, antique tour bus with no air conditioning, or the lack of shocks that made riding through NYC a completely uncomfortable experience. Parker was nice, though.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $320 to $639
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    20
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by On Location Tours, Inc, who run 32 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 44.3.

    See everything On Location Tours, Inc runs

    Why this scores 49

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)72
    Review evidence (18% weight)52
    Booking momentum (14% weight)45
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)78
    Local standing (8% weight)46
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.

    How much does 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $320 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour take?

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    Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New York is not rushed.

    Is 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 57 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable nightlife in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour?

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    Around 20 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New York and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in New York?

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    New York has more bookable experiences than any other city on Outty, and the quality spread is brutal. Observation decks are commoditised, so we score them on timed-entry reliability and sunset slots. Food tours and borough walks are where the ranking really separates operators, and the top scores in the city all come from small-group guides. On Outty we rank every New York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit New York?

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    September to early November, and late April through June. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in New York?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour?

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    Included: Guided 3-hour tour; and Transportation. Not included: Meals and beverages; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour?

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    Departure Point: Ellen's Stardust Diner in Midtown Address: 1650 Broadway New York, NY 10019 Directions: • Located on the corner of Broadway and 51st Street Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and Wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in New York. Standard cancellation terms apply.

    What do travelers say about 3-Hour Private NYC TV and Movie Tour?

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    Across 57 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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