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    Explore Georgia's Film Sites and Studios

    Explore Georgia's Film Sites and Studios
    Starts from

    Atlanta

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Activities

    7

    Duration

    12 hours

    Length

    97 mi

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    Starts from

    Atlanta

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Duration

    12 hours

    Length

    97 mi

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    Sucheta Rawal

    Sucheta Rawal

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    • Visit key filming locations seen on numerous movies and television shows.
    • Discover more about Georgia and its film history.
    • Take guided walking and tram tours.
    If you are a fan of zombie and vampire series and Hollywood movies, such as Walking Dead, Mystic Falls and Tyler Perry, this trip is for you! Take a road trip to learn about Georgia's booming filming industry where you can get behind-the-scenes at studios, watch live shoots, and visit familiar sites seen on the big screen.
    The trip combines an action packed day of self-guided walking, guided backstage, and trolley tours taking you through Atlanta's downtown and historic Castleberry neighborhood, looping around the cities of Senoia and Covington. You will also get to dine at establishments that have been used as a backdrop in many films. Enjoy a fun day exploring the heart of the movie industry in America!

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    If you are a fan of zombie and vampire series and Hollywood movies, such as Walking Dead, Mystic Falls and Tyler Perry, this trip is for you! Take a road trip to learn about Georgia's booming filming industry where you can get behind-the-scenes at studios, watch live shoots, and visit familiar sites seen on the big screen.
    The trip combines an action packed day of self-guided walking, guided backstage, and trolley tours taking you through Atlanta's downtown and historic Castleberry neighborhood, looping around the cities of Senoia and Covington. You will also get to dine at establishments that have been used as a backdrop in many films. Enjoy a fun day exploring the heart of the movie industry in America!

    In partnership with

    Visit California
    Sucheta Rawal

    Sucheta Rawal

    Travel Expert

    • Visit key filming locations seen on numerous movies and television shows.
    • Discover more about Georgia and its film history.
    • Take guided walking and tram tours.

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    7 Activities
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    Day 1

    97 mi

    Georgia Film Trail

    This day trip takes you on a discovery of Atlanta's cinematic side. You will visit some of the filming locations of iconic television shows and movies by foot, car and trolley. Take a peek behind Georgia's booming film industry that has produced many great television and movie blockbusters, such as The Walking Dead, Stranger Things, Avengers, The Hunger Games, Black Panther, Captain America: Civil War, and more.
    Vampire Stalkers Mystic Falls Tours/Storefront
    10:002 hrs

    Vampire Stalkers Mystic Falls Tours/Storefront

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    Take a 2-hour guided tour to visit the sets used on the hit shows—The Vampire Diaries, The Originals and Legacies. The fun and quirky tram tours are guided by fans and friends, called "The Vampire Stalkers." You will get access to privately owned properties used during filming and may even be lucky enough to watch a live shoot!
    Tours are offered twice a day on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. (Tuesdays seasonally) at 10am and 1pm. Tickets are $55 and sell out in advance, so book early on their official website.
    50.9 mi
    1 hr 20 min
    Georgia Tour Company — Senoia
    13:202 hrs 30 min

    Georgia Tour Company — Senoia

    Museum
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    Once you get to the city of Senoia, take a break to visit the quaint shops and grab lunch at casual Nic & Norman's restaurant.
    Once you are fueled up, take a two-hour walking tour through historic downtown Senoia to visit locations used during production of shows and films – The Walking Dead, Fried Green Tomatoes, Pet Sematary II, Drop Dead Diva, and more.
    The Touring Dead Walking Tours and Survive Woodbury Scavengers Hunts are offered several times a day for $20-25 per person. Book tickets at the tour company's website.
    12.4 mi
    25 min
    The BeiRut
    16:1545 min

    The BeiRut

    Lebanese Restaurant
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    Take a culinary journey to Lebanon by visiting The BeiRut restaurant, nestled in a strip mall, where you can indulge in an array of classic Lebanese appetizer platters, grilled kebabs, and kibbeh, all prepared to perfection. The inviting atmosphere and friendly service add to the charm of this unassuming eatery, making it a go-to spot for those craving authentic Middle Eastern cuisine.
    26.3 mi
    40 min
    Tyler Perry Studios
    17:4530 min

    Tyler Perry Studios

    Museum
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    The major motion picture studio is one of the largest production facilities in the country, showcasing forty buildings on the National Register of Historic Places, 12 purpose-built sound stages, 200 acres of green space, and a diverse backlot, located right in the heart of Atlanta.
    Movies like Black Panther, Dolemite is My Name, Bad Boys For Life, and Coming 2 America, have been filmed at Tyler Perry Studios.You can enter the grounds and drive around the roundabout to see a glimpse of the property beyond the front gates, as public tours are yet to open.
    5.3 mi
    20 min
    18:451 hr

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    Park at the Deli and take a self-guided walking tour of street art around the historic Castleberry Hill neighborhood. Download the directions and artist info from the free website below.
    The former warehouse district has served as the setting for many films, such as Taken 3, Ride Along, and The Boss, as well as shows like Being Mary Jane, Teen Wolf and MacGyver, and Academy Award-winning Driving Miss Daisy.
    After your walk, grab a cocktail at Elliott Street Deli and Pub. The neighborhood watering hole started as a 1800s carriage house and was later a jazz club.
    2 mi
    15 min
    The Georgian Terrace
    20:0045 min

    The Georgian Terrace

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    End your day with a visit to the The Georgian Terrace hotel which has a long legacy of film connections. The Grand Ballroom was used for a gala that coincided with the premiere of the film Gone with the Wind. Walt Disney stayed at the hotel during the premiere of Song of the South.
    More recently, Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues used the hotel as a filming location. Once you have a look around, grab a house-made elixir and dinner at the trendy Livingston Restaurant + Bar, or stay overnight at the elegant Atlanta hotel.
    0.1 mi
    5 min
    Livingston Restaurant & Bar
    20:501 hr

    Livingston Restaurant & Bar

    Bar
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    The historic Georgian Terrace Hotel is home to The Livingston, a restaurant that offers innovative American cuisine in a modern and elegant setting. Enjoy creatively prepared dishes and a fantastic wine list, while relaxing in the beautiful surroundings of the restaurant's high ceilings and plush furnishings. Whether it's a special occasion or a night out, The Livingston is a perfect spot to dine.
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