In October 2000, the world was introduced to an irreverent yet heartfelt dramedy that quickly became an iconic cultural phenomenon: Lorelai and Rory Gilmore: an Iconic Family Drama! Starring Lauren Graham and Alexis Bledel as Lorelai and Rory Gilmore respectively, this show follows them through love, friendship, family drama and other adventures as they live their lives in fictional Stars Hollow Connecticut with memorable locations ranging from its luxurious mansions to its diners - with each episode having its own character specific settings within itself!
Even though Stars Hollow is an entirely fictional setting, most of its filming took place in California. The pilot episode was shot in Unionville near Markham while filming of subsequent seasons took place mostly at Warner Bros Studios Lot in Burbank; here Luke's Diner, Miss Patty's Dance Studio and Doozie's Market as well as other small-town businesses were located.
Filming was conducted throughout Los Angeles and Southern California. Lorelai's home and the nearby Independence Inn were shot using custom-built sound stages at WB Studios; additionally, many Yale scenes were shot at UCLA and Pomona Colleges which can both be reached via bus.
Chilton Prep school in Beverly Hills features the Greystone Mansion as part of its exterior facade. Once owned by Edward Laurence Doheny Jr., he donated it to his daughter after her husband passed away as a gift - it now serves as a museum open for tours.
