In 1983's "A Christmas Story," Peter Billingsley won over hearts starring as Ralphie Parker, the boy who desperately wanted a Red Ryder BB gun. Want to see where the movie was filmed? Then take aim for Cleveland, Ohio.
In 1983's "A Christmas Story," Peter Billingsley won over hearts starring as Ralphie Parker, the boy who desperately wanted a Red Ryder BB gun. Want to see where the movie was filmed? Then take aim for Cleveland, Ohio.
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A leg lamp glows in the window of A Christmas Story House in the Tremont neighborhood a few minutes from downtown Cleveland. Home to the fictional Parker family, the yellow house with green trim has been restored to its former glory and welcomes tourists year-round.
A leg lamp glows in the window of A Christmas Story House in the Tremont neighborhood a few minutes from downtown Cleveland. Home to the fictional Parker family, the yellow house with green trim has been restored to its former glory and welcomes tourists year-round.
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George Bailey (played by Jimmy Stewart) walks the streets of Bedford Falls in 1946's "It's a Wonderful Life." While the scenes were shot in a studio, there's a town in New York that served as a real-life inspiration for the film.
George Bailey (played by Jimmy Stewart) walks the streets of Bedford Falls in 1946's "It's a Wonderful Life." While the scenes were shot in a studio, there's a town in New York that served as a real-life inspiration for the film.
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Picturesque Seneca Falls lies in the Finger Lakes region of New York between Rochester and Syracuse. Along with its inspirational ties to the beloved Christmas classic, it's also site of the first Women's Rights Convention in 1848 and close to around 70 wineries.
Picturesque Seneca Falls lies in the Finger Lakes region of New York between Rochester and Syracuse. Along with its inspirational ties to the beloved Christmas classic, it's also site of the first Women's Rights Convention in 1848 and close to around 70 wineries.
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In 1947, Edmund Gwenn delighted audiences as Kris Kringle in "Miracle on 34th Street." Like little Susan Walker in the film, maybe you can have some Christmas magic of your own in New York
In 1947, Edmund Gwenn delighted audiences as Kris Kringle in "Miracle on 34th Street." Like little Susan Walker in the film, maybe you can have some Christmas magic of your own in New York
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It wouldn't be Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade without Santa Claus. Head to Macy's flagship store on 34th Street to catch the "Miracle" vibe.
It wouldn't be Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade without Santa Claus. Head to Macy's flagship store on 34th Street to catch the "Miracle" vibe.
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Actors Kate Beckinsale and John Cusack share a romantic interlude -- and frozen hot chocolates -- in a favorite scene from 2001's "Serendipity." If you're in Manhattan, you can recreate the mood with your special someone.
Actors Kate Beckinsale and John Cusack share a romantic interlude -- and frozen hot chocolates -- in a favorite scene from 2001's "Serendipity." If you're in Manhattan, you can recreate the mood with your special someone.
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Serendipity 3 restaurant in New York in known not only for its role in the namesake movie but also its sumptuous desserts. And it's just a block away from Bloomingdale's flagship store, also featured in "Serendipity."
Serendipity 3 restaurant in New York in known not only for its role in the namesake movie but also its sumptuous desserts. And it's just a block away from Bloomingdale's flagship store, also featured in "Serendipity."
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Rowan Atkinson's hilarious scene as the meticulous and slow gift wrapper in 2003's "Love Actually" is a fan favorite. Head to London if you want to see the real-life department store where this was filmed.
Rowan Atkinson's hilarious scene as the meticulous and slow gift wrapper in 2003's "Love Actually" is a fan favorite. Head to London if you want to see the real-life department store where this was filmed.
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Pedestrians walk outside Selfridges & Co. on Oxford Street in central London. The venerable department store is just one of numerous location shoots in London for the romantic comedy set during Christmas season.
Pedestrians walk outside Selfridges & Co. on Oxford Street in central London. The venerable department store is just one of numerous location shoots in London for the romantic comedy set during Christmas season.
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Jim Carrey stars in 2000's "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." In a case of life imitating art, generations of fans now have real-life places to step into a Who-ville.
Jim Carrey stars in 2000's "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." In a case of life imitating art, generations of fans now have real-life places to step into a Who-ville.
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The Grinch poses with Max the Dog at Universal Studios Hollywood in University City, California. If you're on the East Coast, you can see another Who-ville at Universal Orlando resort in Florida.
The Grinch poses with Max the Dog at Universal Studios Hollywood in University City, California. If you're on the East Coast, you can see another Who-ville at Universal Orlando resort in Florida.
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