The hit sitcom about a man recounting how he met the love of his life is set in New York – but filmed almost entirely on a soundstage in Los Angeles.
Where was How I Met Your Mother filmed?
How I Met Your Mother was filmed on a soundstage in Los Angeles, California, and set in New York.
Every How I Met Your Mother location, explained
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MacLaren’s bar – Los Angeles
The gang’s bar was a set built at studios in Los Angeles.
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The studios – Century City
The show was made at the Fox studios in Los Angeles.
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New York – the setting
The story is set in New York City.
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A soundstage sitcom
Almost the entire show was filmed indoors in LA.
Planning a visit
New York – the show’s setting – is an accessible city, while LA was the real production home.
How I Met Your Mother Fun Facts
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New York filmed in LA The New York-set sitcom was made on a soundstage in Los Angeles.
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MacLaren's bar The gang’s local bar became one of TV’s most famous hangouts.
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A framed narration The whole story is told as a father’s tale to his kids.
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'Legen-dary' Barney Stinson’s catchphrases became iconic.
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A long run The sitcom ran for nine seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was How I Met Your Mother filmed?
On a soundstage in Los Angeles, California.
Is it set in Los Angeles?
No – it’s set in New York, but filmed in LA.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – New York and Los Angeles are accessible.
What is it about?
A man recounting how he met his children’s mother.
When did it start?
2005.
