Where was Crol filmed?

In the opening scene, Jack (Trent Rowland) enters the restaurant to meet with his friend Therese (Rooney Mara). He spots his friend seated across from a stunning blonde woman, later revealed as Carol. The tension between Carol and Therese builds throughout the scene as they exchange glances and subtle gestures of affection before Carol excuses herself from the table.

The Cincinnati Club lobby, where the scene was filmed, is a beautiful venue with a classical flair. Its elaborate and ornately detailed interior serves as the perfect backdrop for this pivotal moment in the movie. The room itself includes intricate plasterwork on the high ceilings, marble floors, and several large original artworks adorning its walls.

The Cincinnati Club is located at 30 Garfield Place in Cincinnati, Ohio. It’s conveniently located near downtown Cincinnati and several other attractions, such as Fountain Square, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center Museum, Contemporary Arts Center, and more.

Therese is shown to be an employee at the toy department's counter. Her straightforward boss scolds her for not donning the provided Santa hat, which Therese then puts on, aligning with a flashback we had viewed a little earlier. Amidst the bustling customers drawn to a train set, Therese's attention is captivated by the serene and glowing Carol. Later, Carol forgets her gloves at the store counter, providing Therese with an opportunity to contact her for their return.

The scene was filmed at The Lofts at Shillito Place in Cincinnati, a historic building that was renovated in 1998 and now houses modern loft apartments. Nearby to this location is Mill End Draperies Upholstery on 26th West Seventh Street, which was used for interior scenes of the store. Although viewers won't be able to see the exact toy store as it was remodeled since filming wrapped up, they will still be able to experience its magical atmosphere just by visiting The Lofts at Shillito Place—the exterior looks exactly as it did when shooting first took place.

To get to this location, you can fly into Cincinnati Airport and take a taxi or ride-share service from there (approx 20 minutes).

Their friends join Therese and her boyfriend (Jake Lacy) as they enjoy drinks and conversation. Therese is reunited with her camera, which was fixed up by Dannie (John Magaro). A new acquaintance mentions his job at the New York Times and offers to show her around the photojournalist department if she ever stops by.

The bar scene was shot at Arnold's Bar & Grill, located in downtown Cincinnati. This historic spot has been around since the 1830s, making it the oldest bar and restaurant in the city. The building itself is made up of two buildings: one that was formerly a barbershop (210 East 8th Street) and one that housed a feed store (208). An adjacent courtyard was used for a stable or carriage house back in the day. The place still exists and has stayed the same since the film was made.

To visit this historic location, you can take advantage of its convenient downtown location near both highways 75 and 71, making it easily accessible from most areas surrounding Cincinnati.

Carol and Therese traverse a lengthy tunnel, appearing delighted in each other's presence. Their initial stop is at a Christmas tree lot. As the snow starts falling, Therese snaps a picture of Carol while she chooses a tree. Caught in the act, Therese apologizes, explaining that she has been urged to begin photographing people. However, Carol is not upset; she simply expresses her preference to be photographed when she's more dressed up.

This memorable sequence was filmed at Eden Park. Later in the movie, Richard hands back the box of photos at a location meant to depict Central Park, but this scene was also shot at Eden Park. The park is home to several city landmarks and scenic spots, including the 1904 Spring House Gazebo, Elsinore Arch, and the Cincinnati Art Museum.

Visitors can reach this location by taking Interstate 71 North. It’s just a five-minute drive from the heart of the city.

At Carol's residence, she and her daughter (Kk Heim) are busy decorating the Christmas tree. Therese, on the other hand, secludes herself at the piano, playing a melody. Carol approaches Therese and inquires about her interest in photography. When asked if she's talented, Therese isn't certain. Carol reassures her that others would have likely already noticed her talent. Carol proposes a visit to Therese's apartment to view her photographic work. The pair are enjoying their time together until Carol's husband, Harge, arrives to take their daughter.

This cozy scene was filmed at 2581 Grandin Rd, Cincinnati. It is an impressive 9,400-square-foot mansion built in 1905 with classic styling and period-accurate features. Although visitors are not allowed to see inside the estate for privacy reasons, its exterior makes it easy to imagine how stunningly decorated and intimate Carol’s home must have been during filming.

For those interested in viewing the exterior of this iconic spot or visiting the area, it’s easily reached via car or public transit. From downtown Cincinnati, head north on I-71, with the journey taking approximately 10-15 minutes.

Carol and Therese take a road trip and reach Waterloo, Iowa, a charming small town. Carol is thrilled to be celebrating New Year's Eve in Waterloo as she has always been known as Harge's wife, and even her friends were all connections made through him. Both Carol and Therese settle into a modest motel room, tuning in to the broadcast of the New Year festivities from Times Square in New York. As the clock nears midnight, they share an intense kiss that sparks their affection for each other and signifies a pivotal moment in their relationship.

This scene was shot at Shaker Inn, which appears both outside and inside Carol’s motel room and during a later scene when Therese takes it upon herself to drive Carol back home. The interior shots were filmed onsite, while the lovemaking scene was shot on a private set created by the production team. Unfortunately, Shaker Inn is permanently closed, so you can’t stay there anymore. But you can still visit to see its exterior, which has remained unchanged since 2015.

If you’re interested in visiting this location, it is found southwest of downtown Lebanon about 30 miles from Cincinnati. It will take around 40 minutes to reach The Shaker Inn from Cincinnati Airport.