New York City West and East Side Half Day Tour

1. New York City
   Pass by
   New York is the most filmed city in the world, today, under the guidance of professional guides, we will check-in at iconic movie shooting locations and revisit classic film and television works.
   
   Itinerary:
   
   Home Alone Filming Location: Carnegie Hall (Outside Visit, 10 mins) → Black Swan, Manhattan Filming Location: Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts (Outside Visit, 10 mins) → Night at the Museum Filming Location: American Museum of Natural History (Outside Visit, 10 mins) → You've Got Mai Filming Location: Upper West Side (20 mins) → Gossip Girl, A Rainy Day in New York, The Avengers, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Filming Location: Central Park (45 mins) → Gossip Girl Filming Location: Upper East Side (20 mins) → Sex and the City, Sleepless in Seattle, Home Alone, Scent of a Woman Filming Location: The Plaza Hotel (Inside Visit, 20 mins)
2. Carnegie Hall
   10m
   Home Alone Filming Location: Carnegie Hall (Outside Visit, 10 mins)
   Carnegie Hall is an Italian Renaissance-style building, consisting of the main hall, recital hall, chamber music hall, archives and rose museum. Since 1981, many world-class musicians, conductors and orchestras have staged many wonderful performances here, such as Bernstein, Toscanini, Philharmonic Orchestra, etc. In the movie "Home Alone", Kevin and Mrs. Dove listened to the symphony together here and comforted each other.
3. Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
   10m
   Black Swan, Manhattan Filming Location: Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts (Outside Visit, 10 mins)
   A 16.3-acre (6.6-hectare) complex of buildings in the Lincoln Square neighborhood, the center hosts many notable performing arts organizations, which are all nationally and internationally renowned. This includes the New York Philharmonic, the Metropolitan Opera, the New York City Ballet, and the New York City Opera.The story of the famous ballet movie "Black Swan" takes place here.
4. American Museum Of Natural History
   10m
   Night at the Museum Filming Location: American Museum of Natural History (Outside Visit, 10 mins)
   The National Museum of Natural History opened in 1910 to invoke discovery and education of the natural world. It opens 364 days a year and it was the most visited natural history museum in the world. The museum's collections contain over 140 million-plus natural science specimens and cultural artifacts that the museum contains. It also includes some of the most famous pieces of gems and minerals. We will research the discovery and understanding of human origins, explore paleobiology- dinosaurs’ patterns of life before extinction over there. Some of the collections, you will be very familiar, because the movie, Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian was mostly filmed in the National Museum of Natural History.
5. Upper West Side
   20m
   You've Got Mai Filming Location: Upper West Side (20 mins)
   Upper West Side is a neighborhood in Manhattan, New York City, between Central Park and the Hudson River. It is often referred to as UWS. In addition to parks with fresh air and inspiring cultural attractions, the Upper West Side also has many restaurants and nightclubs. Every weekend, whether it is the solemn brownstone buildings on the quiet streets, or restaurants or bagel shops, they are all crowded with people. The entanglement between the male and female protagonists in "You've Got Mail" took place in the Upper West Side with a strong cultural atmosphere.
6. Central Park
   45m
   Gossip Girl, A Rainy Day in New York, The Avengers, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Filming Location: Central Park (45 mins)
   Central Park is the back garden of New York citizens. The park is beautiful in all seasons: bright red and green in spring, bright sunshine in summer, fiery red maple leaves in autumn, and silvery white and bleak in winter. Both local residents and tourists from all over the world are deeply attracted by this paradise among high-rise buildings. The park looks natural, but its landscape is actually carefully created: there are several artificial lakes, long walking trails, two skating rinks, a wildlife sanctuary, many lawns and children's playgrounds. It is also a well-known urban park in New York. From "Spider-Man" to "The Avengers", Central Park has frequently appeared in Marvel movies.
7. Upper East Side
   20m
   Gossip Girl Filming Location: Upper East Side (20 mins)
   Upper East Side is an area of Manhattan in New York City, bounded by Central Park in the west and the East River in the east. The Upper East Side is famous for its expensive homes, wealthy residents, high-end restaurants, and designer stores on Madison Avenue. As a traditional high-end living area in New York, the Upper East Side is not only the residence of many celebrities, but also the stage for the protagonists in films such as "Sex and the City" and "Gossip Girl".
8. 20m
   Sex and the City, Sleepless in Seattle, Home Alone, Scent of a Woman Filming Location: The Plaza Hotel (Inside Visit, 20 mins)
   Located at the crossroads of Central Park and 5th Avenue, this internationally renowned Manhattan hotel is steps away from world class shopping. The Plaza Hotel in New York City is known for its frequent appearance in films, particularly its lobby and exterior. The Plaza Hotel has been used in numerous movies and TV shows as a location

Pickup details

Boarding location：Total 4 boarding locations
09:00Departure ( Wednesday and Sunday Departure) Manhattan: Times Square LOFT Entrance;1459 Broadway, New York, NY 10036;
14:00Departure ( Monday Departure) Manhattan: Times Square LOFT Entrance;1459 Broadway, New York, NY 10036;
09:10Departure ( Wednesday and Sunday Departure) Dunkin' Docuts；973 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019；
14:10Departure ( Monday Departure) Dunkin' Docuts；973 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019；

Drop-off location：Totally 2 drop-off locations
Manhattan: Times Square LOFT Entrance;1459 Broadway, New York, NY 10036;
Dunkin' Docuts；973 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019；

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Age and Safety: Customers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant women may join if under 24 weeks by the trip's end.
• Tickets and Charges: Pre-purchased tickets or city passes are not accepted. Buy through us or via the guide. Group reservations recommended.
• Booster Seats: For state law, Children under the age of 6 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel.
• Booking Guidelines For parties exceeding four guests or those requiring separate rooms, please create separate bookings. To stay together on the same bus, provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.
• Leaving the Group: If leaving the group early, inform the tour guide and sign a departure form. No refunds for unused portions.
• Gifts and Refunds: Gifts provided during the tour may change due to unforeseen factors like weather. Fees will not be refunded for changes.
• Hotel Rooms: Hotel rooms accommodate 2-4 guests, with varying bed types(e.g., King/Queen beds or two twin beds) and deposit rules. Deposits are usually processed via credit card.
• What to Bring: Comfortable shoes and clothes, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and drinks for hydration.
• Closed Attractions: If a scenic spot is closed, an alternative will be provided. COVID-19 may affect attraction hours and capacity.
• Parking: Parking is not available at the meeting point. Transportation to and from the departure location is not included.
• Booking Details: Ensure all booking details (name, contact, flight info) are accurate. Errors will result in personal costs. A reachable phone number is required for safety and communication.
• Itinerary Changes:Tour operator reserves the right to adjust the itinerary for smooth operations.
• Health Requirements: Guests with disabilities must provide advance notice. Wheelchair-accessible buses are not guaranteed without prior approval.
• The tour duration is an estimated time about 6.5 hours, and does not include traffic time to and from the destinations. Actual duration may vary depending on traffic and road conditions.
• Tour Adjustments:The tour guide may alter schedules based on weather, traffic, or other conditions.
• Terms and Conditions: Terms and conditions may change—check the product website for updates.The operator is not liable for damages unless required by law.