The beloved comedy-drama about a fast-talking mother and daughter in a cosy Connecticut town was filmed in Los Angeles – where a studio backlot built the picture-perfect town of Stars Hollow.
Where was Gilmore Girls filmed?
Gilmore Girls was filmed in Los Angeles, California – largely on a studio backlot.
Every Gilmore Girls location, explained
1
Stars Hollow – the backlot
The town square was a studio backlot in Los Angeles.
2
The studios – Studio City
Interiors were built at CBS Studio Center in Los Angeles.
3
Chilton and Yale – LA campuses
The schools used Los Angeles-area campuses and mansions.
4
Connecticut – the setting
The story is set in the fictional Stars Hollow, Connecticut.
Planning a visit
Los Angeles – where Stars Hollow was built – is an accessible city, though the town itself is a backlot set.
Gilmore Girls Fun Facts
1
Filmed in Los Angeles The Connecticut-set show was made on an LA studio backlot.
2
Stars Hollow is a set The cosy town square is a Warner Bros. backlot.
3
Fast-talking dialogue The show is famous for its rapid, pop-culture-packed banter.
4
Luke's Diner The town diner became one of TV’s most beloved hangouts.
5
A revival The show returned years later for a Netflix revival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Gilmore Girls filmed?
In Los Angeles, California – largely on a studio backlot.
Is Stars Hollow a real town?
No – it’s a studio backlot set in Los Angeles.
Can you visit the locations?
The backlot is on studio tours; Los Angeles is accessible.
Where is it set?
In the fictional Stars Hollow, Connecticut.
When did it start?
2000.
