Shot entirely in New York across 78 locations over a period of 70 days, the romantic comedy Hitch tells the story about dating coach Alex Hitchens (Will Smith), who makes a living teaching men how to woo women.
5th Avenue // Ocean's 8
Every first Monday in May, some of the world's biggest celebrities, designers, and movie stars gather on the Metropolitan Museum of Art steps for the famous Met Gala. This annual fundraising event is renowned for its extravagant fashion and the millions of dollars it raises.
Cedar Hill // Enchanted
Cedar Hill's rolling lawn is home to many red cedars and low rock formations. It is a popular spot for picnicking and relaxing, and in the winter, it serves as an excellent location for sledding.
Alice in Wonderland Statue // Remember Me
The famous bronze Alice in Wonderland statue sits at the north end of the Conservatory Water. Alice cavorts atop a life-sized mushroom with her friends, the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, the Dormouse, and the White Rabbit.
The Loeb Boathouse // Sex and the City
Based on Candace Bushnell's bestselling book, the series Sex and the City tells the story of four best friends, all single and in their late thirties, who are trying to survive the New York social scene.
Bow Bridge // Spider-Man 3
The Bow Bridge is a cast iron bridge that spans the lake and serves as a pedestrian walkway. With a length of 27 meters, it is the longest bridge in Central Park. This spot is one of the most famous filming locations in Central Park. Stars like Christopher Lambert, Patrick Dempsey, Amy Adams, Kristen Stewart, Richard Gere, and Joaquin Phoenix have shot scenes here.
Bethesda Terrace // Isn't It Romantic
On July 10, 2017, paparazzi and fans gathered at this location while filming took place for Isn't It Romantic, starring Rebel Wilson.
Bethesda Terrace Arcade // John Wick: Chapter 2
Bethesda Terrace Arcade links the Mall to Bethesda Fountain and Central Park Lake. Its stunning tiled ceiling features more than 15,000 colorful, patterned encaustic tiles.
Central Park // When Harry Met Sally
Unfortunately, time does not stand still everywhere, as it does around Bethesda Terrace. Sometimes, movie locations become hard(er) to spot, like here in Central Park, where much has changed since filming for When Harry Met Sally took place in the late 1980s. Looking closely, you can see the barriers along Terrace Drive in the background.
The Mall // Kramer vs. Kramer
The Mall is a grand, tree-lined pedestrian path that stretches a quarter-mile from 66th to 72nd Street. It is the only intentionally straight line in Central Park. In the early years of the park's existence, fashionable wealthy New Yorkers would ride through Central Park in their carriages and mingle on The Mall with less fortunate visitors who used the path to reach the Bethesda Fountain.
Wollman Rink // Serendipity
Central Park's seasonal public ice-skating rink offers a stunning panoramic view of the city skyline. Established in 1949 with a generous donation of $600,000 from Kate Wollman, the Wollman Rink was created to honor her entire family.
Gapstow Bridge // The Devil Wears Prada
In The Devil Wears Prada, the intelligent yet sensible recent journalism graduate Andrea "Andy" Sachs (Anne Hathaway) is hired to work as the second assistant of Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep), the ruthless and merciless executive of fashion magazine Runway.
The Pond // Definitely Maybe
The Pond is one of seven bodies of water in Central Park. As originally laid out, the Pond was considerably larger. Its upper reaches were paved over to form Wollman Rink.
The Plaza Hotel // The Way We Were
The luxury Plaza Hotel opened in 1907 and, at its peak, had over 800 rooms. Following a renovation in 2008, the building has 282 hotel rooms and 181 condos.
The Plaza Hotel // Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
The sequel to Home Alone was filmed at the Plaza Hotel. The scenes in the lobby and the suite were shot inside the hotel. After the movie's release, the Plaza offered Home Alone 2: Lost in New York packages. For $1100 a night, families could stay in Suite 411 – the 'Kevin Suite'.
