Bus Tour, 3.5 Hours
Sex and the City Hotspots Bus Tour NYC
The classic hotspots bus tour with over 40 stops, a cupcake included and a very large review base behind it.
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The Short Answer
The Sex and the City Hotspots Tour is a guided bus trip past more than 40 Manhattan filming locations, including Carrie's stoop at 66 Perry Street and Magnolia Bakery. It departs near the Pulitzer Fountain at Bergdorf Goodman, runs Thursdays through Sundays at 2:00 pm, and lasts 3 to 3.5 hours. Adult tickets start at $76.
Few television shows are tied to a city as tightly as Sex and the City. Between the 1998 to 2004 series, the two films and the later revival And Just Like That..., the production left its mark across Manhattan, from West Village brownstones to Meatpacking District nightspots. The official hotspots tour packages the highlights into a single guided outing, and several competing operators sell variations of the same idea.
The locations themselves are mostly ordinary New York. Carrie's apartment stoop is a private residence you view from the sidewalk. Magnolia Bakery is a functioning bakery with a line out the door. What a tour adds is context, transportation between neighborhoods and a guide, often a working actress, who knows which scene happened where and why fans care.
Compare The Tours
The tours below cover the same material in different formats. The flagship option is the 3 to 3.5 hour bus tour with over 40 stops and a guide, which carries the bulk of the reviews. Private guided versions cost more but let you set the pace and route, while a pedicab tour offers a shorter, cheaper, open-air alternative focused on a tighter set of locations.
Small-Group Private Option
New York City: Sex and the City Hotspots Private Guided Tour
A private guided tour, pairing a strong 4.5 rating with a more personal experience.
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Private Tour, Flexible Route
Private Sex and The City Tour in New York with Movie Scenes from famous TV show
A private option where the movie scenes and route can be tailored to your group's interests.
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Pedicab Tour, From $50
Best of NYC:Top-Rated Sex and the City Hotspots Pedicab Tour
A pedicab tour from $50, an open-air and budget-friendly way to hit the key hotspots quickly.
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Five-Star Locations Walk
Sex And The City Locations Tour
A locations tour with a perfect rating, suited to travelers who want a focused, highly rated guide.
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Budget Tour, $50
Sex And The City Tour
A straightforward $50 option for fans who want the essentials without the bus tour price.
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What You Will See
Carrie's Apartment Stoop
The brownstone steps at 66 Perry Street in the West Village stood in for Carrie's home in later seasons and the films, despite the fictional Upper East Side address. It remains a private residence, so tours view it from the sidewalk. Expect a quick stop and a photo.
Magnolia Bakery
The Bleecker Street bakery appeared in the Season 3 scene where Carrie and Miranda eat cupcakes outside. The shop credits the show with its fame, lines are common, and the guided tours include a complimentary cupcake here.
Buddakan
The dramatic restaurant in the Meatpacking District hosted Carrie and Big's wedding rehearsal dinner in the 2008 film. Tours typically pass the exterior and discuss the scene, one of the most recognizable film locations on the route.
Onieal's Speakeasy / Scout
This Grand Street speakeasy stood in for Scout, the bar opened by Steve and Aidan in the series. It is a favorite stop for fans of the show's secondary storylines and gives the tour a break from pure sightseeing.
New York Public Library
The library steps served as Carrie's wedding venue in the 2008 film. Entry is free and the steps make a popular photo stop. Independent visitors can combine it easily with Midtown sightseeing.
Pleasure Chest
The West Village sex shop appeared in a memorable storyline involving Charlotte and the Rabbit. The stop leans on adult humor, which is part of why the official tour restricts booking to ages 18 and over.
Plaza Hotel and Pulitzer Fountain
The Plaza and the adjoining Pulitzer Fountain appear across the series and films, and the fountain serves as the official tour's meeting point on 5th Avenue between 58th and 59th Streets, beside Bergdorf Goodman.
Planning Your Visit
Getting There
The official tour meets at the Pulitzer Fountain by Bergdorf Goodman on 5th Avenue between 58th and 59th Streets. The closest subway stations are 59th Street-Columbus Circle and 5th Avenue-59th Street. From either, the walk to the meeting point takes only a few minutes. Arrive early, since the bus departs promptly and latecomers are typically not accommodated.
Tickets, Hours And Timing
Official tickets start at $76 per adult, booked through On Location Tours or Tripster. Departures run Thursdays through Sundays at 2:00 pm year-round, with daily 2:00 pm departures from June through August, and the tour lasts 3 to 3.5 hours. The guided options listed below bundle the same territory with different formats, group sizes and price points, some cheaper than the official bus and some private and pricier. The tour includes a cupcake and sometimes a drink.
Booking Tips
- The tour often sells out, so book well in advance, especially for summer departures.
- It is restricted to ages 18 and over because of R-rated content and adult-themed stops.
- Tickets are non-refundable in many cases, so confirm your schedule before booking.
- A complimentary cupcake is included, and sometimes a drink as well.
- Check departure times before you go, since schedules are subject to change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Carrie's apartment in real life?
The exterior stoop used in later seasons and the films is at 66 Perry Street in the West Village. The show gives a fictional Upper East Side address, but the real brownstone is downtown. It is a private residence, so visitors should view it from the sidewalk and be respectful.
How long is the official tour?
The Sex and the City Hotspots Tour lasts 3 to 3.5 hours. It departs at 2:00 pm, Thursdays through Sundays year-round, and daily from June through August. Plan for the full afternoon, since the route crosses more than 40 locations spread across several Manhattan neighborhoods.
How much do tickets cost?
Official tickets start at $76 per adult, booked through On Location Tours or Tripster. Third-party guided options range from $50 pedicab and budget tours to private guided tours at a higher price point. Prices for some listings are not published, so check at booking.
Is the tour suitable for children?
No. The tour is restricted to ages 18 and over. Stops such as the Pleasure Chest sex shop and R-rated commentary from the guide are the reason. Families with teenagers should consider a general TV and movie locations tour instead, or visit public sites like the library independently.
Can I visit the locations without a tour?
Yes. Carrie's stoop at 66 Perry Street, Magnolia Bakery on Bleecker Street and the New York Public Library are all free to see on foot with a subway pass. What the tour adds is transportation between neighborhoods, scene-by-scene commentary and access to spots you might never find alone.
Do tours sell out?
Frequently. The official hotspots tour is one of New York's most popular TV tours and often sells out, particularly in summer when demand peaks. Advance booking is recommended, and note that tickets are non-refundable in many cases.
For most travelers, the bus hotspots tour is the sensible pick: it covers over 40 locations in one afternoon, includes a cupcake, and has the review volume to back up the 4.5 rating. Fans on a tighter budget can sample the essentials with a $50 pedicab or budget tour, while groups who want to linger at particular spots will get more from a private guide. Whichever route you choose, book ahead, arrive at the Pulitzer Fountain meeting point early, and treat the residential locations with respect.
