{"id":67791,"date":"2023-02-27T19:40:19","date_gmt":"2023-02-28T03:40:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/?p=67791"},"modified":"2024-08-21T10:29:57","modified_gmt":"2024-08-21T17:29:57","slug":"where-was-gilmore-girls-filmed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/where-was-gilmore-girls-filmed\/","title":{"rendered":"Where Was \u201cGilmore Girls\u201d Filmed?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you are a fan of “Gilmore Girls,” then you’ve no doubt asked, where was “Gilmore Girls” <\/em>filmed, anyways? Is Stars Hollow a real small town you can visit? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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So if you\u2019re on the lookout for filming locations with a dreamy small-town feel, Peerspace<\/a> can help you capture some fantastic Gilmore-inspired settings without breaking the bank. Now, here are a ton of cool facts about the “Gilmore Girls” film sets!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where was “Gilmore Girls” <\/em>filmed? Is Stars Hollow a real town?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Centered around witty thirty-something Lorelai Gilmore and her teenage daughter, Rory, “Gilmore Girls” <\/em>follows this mother-daughter duo as they navigate the ups and downs of life. Lorelai and Rory\u2019s hometown of Stars Hollow might be one of the most adorable fictional towns ever on TV. It\u2019s right up there with Mayberry in terms of charm factor and coziness.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the perfect balance of comedy, drama, and romance, this CW series will have you laughing out loud one second and reaching for tissues the next. It\u2019s the TV equivalent of eating ice cream straight out of the carton. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the most significant elements behind the show\u2019s success is the dreamy small town of Stars Hollow. And you\u2019re definitely not alone if you\u2019ve ever wanted to pack up your bags and head there yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready for a massive bummer? The Town of Stars Hollow doesn\u2019t exist in the real world. The crew didn’t film the show in a real small town — or even on the east coast. Instead, “Gilmore Girls” relied solely on Hollywood magic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the theme song features an overview shot of South Royalton, Vermont, filming never occurred there. In fact, they shot the series almost entirely on the Warner Bros studio backlot.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out: “I Care A Lot” filming location: where’s the house?<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

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Inside the “Gilmore Girls” set<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Yes, Stars Hollow\u2019s Main street was a set on the Warner Bros studio backlot<\/a>. Dozens of studio extras created the illusion of a bustling small town, and stagehands frequently scattered autumn leaves or fake snow to simulate the changing seasons. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Warner Brother\u2019s tour guide<\/a> Amanda Yslas, When Lorelai said, \u201cI smell snow,\u201d <\/em>actress Lauren Graham was actually smelling mashed potato flakes.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ever wondered why you never saw the back of Lorelai\u2019s house? That\u2019s because it\u2019s the front of Sookie\u2019s house. The exterior facades for Lorelai and Sookie\u2019s houses are interconnected. \u201cWhen you come through [Sookie\u2019s] foyer, all of the sudden which makes no sense, you\u2019re in the middle of Lorelai\u2019s foyer,\u201d<\/em> actress Melissa McCarthy explains<\/a> while giving a tour of the set.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The interiors for both Lorelai and Sookie\u2019s houses were located separately from the exterior facades. They filmed interior scenes on sound stages across the studio lot, along with the rest of the indoor “Gilmore Girls” sets like Luke\u2019s Diner, Richard and Emily\u2019s home, and Lorelai\u2019s Inn.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the rare occasion when filming took place on location, it was still on the west coast. Remember the episode where Lorelai and Rory visit Harvard on a spontaneous road trip? The crew actually filmed these scenes on the UCLA campus in Los Angeles!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We answer the question “what’s like Airbnb for filming locations?” right here!<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stars Hollow later became Rosewood, PA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ever wondered what happened to the Stars Hollow set after the show wrapped? Don\u2019t worry; it still lives on in other Warner Brothers productions. When filming on <\/em>“Gilmore Girls” <\/em>wrapped in 2007, they didn\u2019t tear down the Stars Hollow set. Instead, the set became part of the scenery in another CW drama — “Pretty Little Liars<\/a>.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve ever thought the gazebo in the background of PLL looked familiar, you\u2019d be right. It\u2019s the same one from Stars Hollow\u2019s town square. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vigilant fans<\/a> of both shows will spot many similarities between Rosewood, PA, and Stars Hollow, CT. The facade for Lorelai\u2019s house became Spencer\u2019s house, Kim\u2019s Antiques became Emily\u2019s House, Luke\u2019s Diner became the Applerose Grill, and Stars Hollow High became Rosewood Town Hall.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the 2016 “Gilmore Girls <\/em>Year in the Life” <\/em>revival, the set was transformed back into Stars Hollow for one last hurrah, although you can still see traces of PLL in the background. Try rewatching both shows at the same time and seeing how many overlapping spots you can pick out!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re wondering “where is ‘The Circle’ filmed?” we sort out all the details here<\/a>!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

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The inspiration behind Stars Hollow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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While Stars Hollow itself might not be real, the town was inspired by the city of Washington, Connecticut. Show creator Amy Sherman Paladino visited the town while driving to New York<\/a> with her husband. Their stay at the Mayflower Inn & Spa<\/a> proved to be instrumental in the show\u2019s creation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“At the time I was there, it was beautiful, it was magical, and it was a feeling of warmth and small-town camaraderie,\u201d<\/em> said Sherman-Paladino<\/a>. \u201cThere was a longing for that in my own life, and I thought \u2014 that’s something that I would really love to put out there.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nestled on 58 acres of gorgeous land, the Mayflower Inn served as inspiration for Lorelai\u2019s inn. Just like on the show, you stay there for a weekend getaway, dine on delicious food, or even book it for a wedding<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While you\u2019re there, you can also explore Washington, CT, and take in all the small-town charm. It\u2019s the next best thing to the actual Stars Hollow!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Need more nostalgia? Then also check out where was “ET” filmed?<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use Peerspace<\/a> to capture Stars Hollow vibes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You don’t have to be in Washington, Connecticut if you’re wondering “where was ‘Gilmore Girls’ filmed?” and want a similar feel in your next production. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, no matter where you’re located, you can find a stunning Peerspace<\/a> venue to replicate the vibe of this quintessential comfort show! Whether you’re hosting a “Gilmore Girls–<\/em>themed party<\/a>, a tribute production<\/a>, or have any other project type in mind, we can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Need a few ideas to help you get started? Then check out these “Gilmore Girls”-like Peerspace venues:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n