Self Guided "Central Park Movie Tour" Solo Walking Tour in New York City
Overview
See Central parks iconic filming locations, beautiful archways, ice rinks, hidden gems and sharing cinematic and historic stories.
This is a Solo smart phone navigated tour. Go at your own pace and schedule. You'll hear immersive narration, our narrator, a posh British movie fan.
Since 1908 over 200 films have been shot in Central Park making it the most filmed public park in the world.
If you’ve seen ghost busters, Elf, home alone 2, Hair, Taxi or many of the other movies filmed here, Do not miss this tour.
What's Included
- Virtual walk you can take after taking the in person tour
- Smartphone Guided Walking tour on the WalknTours app
- In Person Guide, this is a smart phone navigated tour
Meeting Location
Grand Army Plaza
New York, NY 10019, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
West Side at
Central Park South, New York, NY 10019, USA
The tour ends at Maine Monument in Columbus Circle the site of the filming of Taxi and Ghostbusters.
What To Expect
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Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
Gapstow Bridge
3 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Wollman Rink (pass by)
The Dairy Visitor Center and Gift Shop (pass by)
Central Park Carousel (pass by)
Tavern On the Green (pass by)
Greyshot Arch
3 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Self Guided “Central Park Movie Tour” Solo Walking Tour in New York City?
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Activity code: C-222222P23
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool NYC customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Virtual walk you can take after taking the in person tour.
- Smartphone Guided Walking tour on the WalknTours app.
- In Person Guide, this is a smart phone navigated tour.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Self Guided "Central Park Movie Tour" Solo Walking Tour in New York City is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Self Guided “Central Park Movie Tour” Solo Walking Tour in New York City will be included in your confirmation email from Cool NYC. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Virtual walk you can take after taking the in person tour
- Smartphone Guided Walking tour on the WalknTours app
- In Person Guide, this is a smart phone navigated tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
