Georgia in the Movies!

America As You Like It • 18 February 2019

The Georgia Film industry is on the rise, with no signs of slowing down. Georgia's cities and landscapes have played starring roles in blockbuster movies from Black Panther to Baywatch, and in television shows from Stranger Things to The Walking Dead. Tour locations and landmarks from some of your favourite shows in the "Hollywood of the South!"

Join the excitement and follow along on this entertainment-inspired tour to take in all the exciting film and music attractions throughout Georgia!

Day 1 -

Gibbs Gardens
Explore the beautiful Gibbs Gardens, which doubles as Heaven from the faith-based feature film Miracles from Heaven starring Jennifer Garner.

Lunch & Tour Atlanta History Center
Featured in popular The Hunger Games series, the Swan House at the Atlanta History Center served as the capital in the films Catching Fire and Mockingjay Part II.

Inside CNN Studio Tour
Journey into the heart of CNN Worldwide and get an up-close, in-depth look at global news in the making. The Inside CNN Studio Tour takes you behind the scenes with the inventors of 24-hour news.
Dinner at Mary Mac's Tea Room
For over 70 years, Mary Mac’s has been setting the standard for Southern cooking in Atlanta. Be sure to check out their wall of fame featuring celebrity visits.

Overnight in Atlanta

Day 2 -

Downtown Madison & Heritage Hall
This town doubles as Madison, Delaware, in Jack Black's Goosebumps movie. You are invited to shop, dine and explore what filmmakers love about the beautiful downtown Madison. Be sure to also explore Heritage Hall, the Greek Revival home built in 1811 also showcased in the Goosebumps film.

Blue Willow Inn
The internationally acclaimed Blue Willow Inn Restaurant is located in the historic district of Social Circle in a turn-of-the-century Greek Revival mansion. Also, it has been featured on Food Network's Bodacious Buffets.
Augusta Museum of History
Enjoy an up-close look at The Godfather of Soul James Brown's stage costumes and memorabilia. The museum also presents exhibitions on topics relating to the people and events of the Central Savannah River Region. From early Native Americans to James Brown, Augusta's history is brimming with the people and the forces that make Augusta a historical journey worth taking.

Augusta Canal & Long Boat Ride
Enjoy a variety of boat tour options, which include a delightful Moonlight Music Cruise! Relish a variety of live music from blues to bluegrass. You can also bring aboard refreshments of your choice. The United States Congress designated the Augusta Canal and adjacent land a National Heritage Area in 1996.
Dinner-Downtown Augusta

Overnight in Augusta

Day 3 -

Athens Music Tour
Follow in the footsteps of R.E.M., Widespread Panic, Indigo Girls and more on a tour of music landmarks in the college town.

Georgia Museum of Art
Tour the official art museum of the state of Georgia where admission is always free. The museum occupies a contemporary building in the Performing and Visual Arts Complex on the University of Georgia’s East Campus.

Lunch at the Last Resort
Known as the "last resort" for bands looking to play in Athens, the former nightlife spot became a restaurant in the 90s.

Dinner at The National
Known from Bravo's Top Chef, Hugh Acheson serves up a variety of culinary delights.

Music & Overnight at the Foundry
The Foundry live music venue is a blend of old and new: vintage modern decor in the oldest building on the Graduate Athens property. Listen to live music in pleasant weather. Savour, sip and socialise in style with a mix of locals and travellers alike an atmosphere like no other. This intimate music venue hosts a variety of music styles and is a favourite of a wide range of fans.

Optional Trip Add-Ins:
Atlanta Movie Tours – Step-on Guide
Join Atlanta Movie Tours on a three-hour tour of some of the great filming locations in the Metro Atlanta area. Visit popular as well as unexpected spots, stopping for photo opportunities. Featured movie location stops include The Blind Side, Driving Miss Daisy, Kalifornia, Hall Pass and more!

Gone With the Wind Trail
Discover the history and legacy behind one of the world's most beloved novels through the Gone With the Wind Trail in and around Atlanta, an official state-designated trail. This official trail starts in Marietta, goes through Atlanta and ends in Jonesboro. Stops along the way include Marietta Gone With the Wind Museum, Margaret Mitchell House, Oakland Cemetery, Fulton County Public Library and Road to Tara Museum.

Senoia on Big Screen Walking Tour and the Touring Dead
Take a two-hour walking tour through historic downtown Senoia to visit locations used during production of The Walking Dead, Fried Green Tomatoes, Pet Sematary II, Drop Dead Diva and more. At times, active production for The Walking Dead is visible during the tours, and cast members wave as they move from set to base camp.

Book our 10 night - Gone With The Wind Georgia Fly-Drivefrom just £1057 per person including flights, car hire and accommodation.

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