Is Stars Hollow a real town or a set?

If you're a fan of the television show, Gilmore Girls, you know that Rory and Lorelai Gilmore made their home in the fictional town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut. Although the charmingly quaint New England town is not on the Connecticut state map, its inspiration can be found throughout the Litchfield Hills region.

What town was used for Stars Hollow?

Washington Depot, CT Though fictitious, Stars Hollow was inspired by quaint, quirky hamlets across New England. Show creator Amy Sherman-Palladino has revealed that the town Washington Depot, CT, first inspired Stars Hollow for her.

Can you actually visit Stars Hollow?

Visitors can pose for photos and explore famous Stars Hollow spots while on the tour. Visitors can choose from three different tours (The Studio Tour, Classics Made Here Tour, and Deluxe Tour) that all feature an exclusive visit to the show's iconic exterior locations.

Do towns like Stars Hollow actually exist?

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Is Stars Hollow a real place?

Stars Hollow is based on a real New England town — Washington, Conn. — where show creator Amy Sherman-Palladino, hatched the idea during a weekend stay.