
NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 1,294 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More worth booking?
NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More is a 3-hour experience in New York, United States, from $69 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 1,294 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (1,294)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $69 per person
Take the only guided NYC tour featuring iconic locations from Friends, Seinfeld, Birdman, Girls, Glee, and more — all in one seamless experience. Travel to dozens of famous TV and movie sites, including the Ghostbusters Firehouse, the Friends apartment, the Daily Bugle offices from Spider-Man, and Fifth Avenue favorites. Led by a local actor, this tour delivers behind-the-scenes stories, trivia, and insider details you won’t hear anywhere else. With comfortable transportation, easy stops, and no planning required, it’s one of the easiest ways to see more of NYC. Perfect for first time visitors and locals alike. This tour is a great rainy-day or winter activity thanks to comfortable transportation. This popular tour frequently books up on weekends and holidays — advance reservations recommended.
What you get
About this experience
Take the only guided NYC tour featuring iconic locations from Friends, Seinfeld, Birdman, Girls, Glee, and more — all in one seamless experience. Travel to dozens of famous TV and movie sites, including the Ghostbusters Firehouse, the Friends apartment, the Daily Bugle offices from Spider-Man, and Fifth Avenue favorites. Led by a local actor, this tour delivers behind-the-scenes stories, trivia, and insider details you won’t hear anywhere else. With comfortable transportation, easy stops, and no planning required, it’s one of the easiest ways to see more of NYC. Perfect for first time visitors and locals alike. This tour is a great rainy-day or winter activity thanks to comfortable transportation. This popular tour frequently books up on weekends and holidays — advance reservations recommended.
What's included
Included
- Option to upgrade to a Private Tour
- 3-Hour Bus Tour of Iconic NYC Movie and TV locations
- Actor/Tour Guide who has graced the sets as a stand-in or extra
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
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Wollman Rink
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Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
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Fifth Avenue
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GhostBusters Firehouse Company 8
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Macy's Herald Square
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Friends Apartment Building
Take a guided tour of New York sites from your favorite television shows including Friends
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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
Options you can book
Standard Bus Tour
3-Hour Bus Tour of Iconic New York City Movie and TV Locations. Seating is first come, first serve.
10am Private Tour
10 Private Tour: 2-Hour Tour of Iconic New York City Movie and TV locations. This is a private tour for your group only. Departs at 10am.
FIFA Special 10AM Private Tour
This FIFA Special includes free pickup and drop-off anywhere in Manhattan with your 10am tour.
2pm Private Tour
2-Hour Tour of Iconic New York City Movie and TV locations. This is a private tour for your group only. Departs at 2pm.
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
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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 - please contact the tour operator 24 hours in advance. 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.
- The bus cannot wait for late-arriving participants.
- There is no assigned seating on the bus, and it's first come, first serve.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,294 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
1,294 verified traveler reviews for NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Bus Movie Tour
Tour was fun but it was hard to watch the videos and try to look out the window as we are driving by - all at the same time. Also - the bus needs new shocks - it was painful to my lower back to hit the pot holes
via Tripadvisor
NYC in movies and TV
Very interesting tour and videos of famous scenes filmed in New York. Lou the guide was awesome and very knowledgeable
via Tripadvisor
Worth every penny
I brought my 13 year old niece from Tucson and we had an absolute blast. Hunter the tour guide was fantastic. My client Gary told me about and I was so glad he did.
Response from the operator: Woohoo! So happy we could help make memories of your trip with your niece. Hunter is great! Also nice to hear that word-of-mouth works, thank you for sharing your review here.
via Tripadvisor
We did this tour on...
We did this tour on Friday and there was pretty much zero AC on the bus they put us on. A few people dropped off at the first stop and by the end of the tour, only half the people had stayed on. They should not have run it if the AC was not working on a day that was 90 degrees out. Also, we weren't able to hear some of the tour guide dialogue as the microphone wasn't working.
via Viator
Bad experience no ac on the bus
The bus was hot no ac. I left the tour at the first stop. My wife couldn’t handle the heat. This tour needs better transportation arrangements. I will not recommend this tour.
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
- $69 to $639
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 453
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
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.
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NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More cost?
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Prices start at $69 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 NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More 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 NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 1,294 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More?
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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 NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More 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 NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More?
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Around 453 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 NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More 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 NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More?
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Included: Option to upgrade to a Private Tour; 3-Hour Bus Tour of Iconic NYC Movie and TV locations; and Actor/Tour Guide who has graced the sets as a stand-in or extra. Not included: Food and drinks; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More?
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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 NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More 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 NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More?
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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 NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Limited wheelchair accessibility - please contact the tour operator 24 hours in advance. B. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More 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 NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More?
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Across 1,294 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Standard Bus Tour, 10am Private Tour, FIFA Special 10AM Private Tour, 2pm Private Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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