NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More in New York, United States
New York, United States

NYC TV & Movie Locations Bus Tour – Friends, Seinfeld & More

Outty Ranking 70 4.5 · 1,294 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $69
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Outty Ranking

70/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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

    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

    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.

    Photos

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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 mentions

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

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Value for money

    3 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The 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.

    5 star
    948
    4 star
    200
    3 star
    73
    2 star
    37
    1 star
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    817belindam · October 2026

    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

    tequilacantina · August 2026

    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

    steinbergtalent · August 2026

    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

    Nicholas_S · August 2026

    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

    chrisrL8136VR · August 2026

    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.

    See everything On Location Tours, Inc runs

    Why this scores 70

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)64
    Review evidence (18% weight)92
    Booking momentum (14% weight)90
    Value for money (12% weight)88
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)32
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    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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