Ryan Murphy’s latest FX/Hulu series, Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette, traces the whirlwind romance of one of the 20th century’s most iconic couples–from their early courtship to their high-profile wedding–and filmed much of it right here in New York City.
Paul Anthony Kelly, a Canadian model-turned-actor, stars as JFK Jr., opposite Sarah Pidgeon as Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, in a breakout role that had fans spotting them across the city during the summer and fall of 2025.
From string lights in the East Village to leafy strolls in Central Park, the series brings 1990s NYC back to life with meticulous sets, vintage cars, and recreated paparazzi flashbulbs.
NYC Filming Locations You Can Actually Visit
Panna II Garden Indian Restaurant – East Village
Fans have been flocking to this East Village staple since the show premiered.
In the series, JFK Jr. and Carolyn have a fictional first date here, complete with twinkling lights and intimate booths. Owner Bashir Khan told the New York Post that reservations jumped nearly 70% following the debut. Even if history didn’t happen here, it’s now a pilgrimage spot for fans wanting a taste of ’90s romance.
📍 93 First Ave. at 6th St.
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Equinox – East 61st St.
Scenes of the couple’s early ’90s routines were filmed inside this Upper East Side gym, which closed for a day to accommodate production.
Upper East Side – 84th & Madison Avenue
Street scenes and shots near the Guggenheim Museum capture the couple’s upscale Manhattan lifestyle.
TriBeCa – 20 North Moore St.
The exterior of JFK Jr. and Carolyn’s loft was filmed here, recreating the iconic SoHo/TriBeCa aesthetic of the 1990s.
Washington Square Park
The series references their well known 1996 public argument in this Greenwich Village landmark, adding drama to the city’s historic scenery.
Central Park
Not just JFK Jr. and Carolyn–Naomi Watts appears as Jackie Kennedy in scenes shot around the park, giving the show a layered New York backdrop.
Broad Channel/Queens – Anabas Yacht Club
Scenes set in Breezy Point’s local bar were filmed here, showing another side of NYC beyond Manhattan.
Additional Locations
- East Village/Lower East Side: 10th St. & Stuyvesant St., Stuyvesant Square Park
- Upper West Side: W 95th St. between Columbus & Central Park West
- SoHo: recreated ’90s spots like The Odeon, Fanelli, and Bubby’s
- Westchester County: Rye, Harrison, Eastchester, Briarcliff Manor (Sleepy Hollow Country Club)
The NYC Vibe
Production observers noted the meticulous 1990s recreations, from cars and props to faux paparazzi. Fans spotted Kelly and Pidgeon walking through Tompkins Square Park and the East Village, giving the city a starring role alongside the romantic drama.
Whether you’re a JFK Jr. fan, a Ryan Murphy enthusiast, or just someone who loves a NYC photo op, Love Story turns the city itself into a must-see destination–and some of these spots are open for the public to experience for themselves.