“The Great Gatsby” is a film adored by the public but received with more reserved acclaim by critics at Cannes. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio as Jay Gatsby, the movie is based on the 1925 novel by Francis Scott Fitzgerald.
The Great Gatsby: Filming Locations
The journey begins at the St. Patrick’s Seminary in Sydney, which was chosen as the setting for Gatsby’s mansion—even though the book is set on America’s East Coast.
To admire this building up close, Hotels.com suggests staying at the Mercure Sydney. Several scenes were shot elsewhere in the city, notably at the White Bay Power Station, selected to recreate the atmosphere of the “Valley of Ashes“.
If you want to stay nearby, consider The Darling at the Star Hotel in Pyrmont, just a few kilometers away.
The original story is actually set largely in Long Island, so here’s where you can experience the film’s ambiance: at Oheka Castle in Huntington, on Long Island.
The gardens of this historic site were used for shooting the outdoor scenes at Gatsby’s home. Oheka Castle is open for visits, and part of it operates as a hotel—so booking a room at the Oheka Castle Hotel & Estate is a unique way to immerse yourself in the setting.
Finally, the Plaza Hotel in New York is the backdrop for the famous tea scene between Nick Carraway and Jordan Baker.
Staying at the Plaza Hotel is certainly not a budget option, but if you’re looking to splurge during a trip to New York, booking a room here could be worth the experience.
