The movie
Based on Truman Capote's novel, this is the story of a young woman in New York City who meets a young man when he moves into her apartment building. He is with an older woman who is very wealthy, but he wants to be a writer. She is working as an expensive escort and searching for a rich, older man to marry.
Places
Places that appear in the movie
Holly Golightly's apartment
The five-story landmarked residence, situated on a picturesque tree-lined block between Lexington and Third Avenues, was featured in the famous 1961 film starring Hepburn and George Peppard. The building’s distinct façade and Tiffany Blue door make it one of New York’s most recognizable movie homes since the film’s 1961 release. Even though Hepburn never actually filmed inside (the interiors were shot on Hollywood sets), the townhouse's exterior served as a backdrop in multiple scenes.
Address
169 East 71st Street on the Upper East Side
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TIFFANY & CO.
Tiffany & Co. is going to get named-dropped in the title, it’s probably going to get a big feature. Holly Golightly (Audrey Hepburn) goes to Tiffany’s a few times throughout this movie, and mentions it even more. Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961) was the first time Tiffany’s had ever been used as a filming location. The jewelry shop was apparently “grateful for the kind words and free publicity.” As Breakfast at Tiffany’s is as iconic as Audrey herself, I would say that the free publicity went a long way. This October will mark the 60th anniversary for this piece of film history!
Address
727 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022, EE. UU.
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The New York Public Library
From Tiffany's, head south on 5th Avenue toward the New York Public Library (Stephen A. Schwartzman Building) Fans of the film will recognize the Beaux Arts-style building as the place where Holly urges Paul Verjak (aka Fred) to sign a copy of his book.
Address
476 5th Ave, New York, NY 10018, United States
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