19 Places to See on Your Golf Cart Tour of Mystic Falls

If you’ve been following my adventures for some time, you already know how obsessed I am with The Vampire Diaries. Seriously, it is part of my life. Hence the reason why an epic golf cart tour of Mystic Falls sounds like absolute perfection is to see all the filming locations.

I love talking about this fictional town in which the show takes place because apart from being beautiful, it’s also filled with The Vampire Diaries filming locations.

This real town that transformed into Mystic Falls, is none other than the city of Covington, Georgia. Yes, this is another big reason why I love Georgia so much. I just love it when I get to see actual filming locations of movies or shows that I’ve watched.

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In fact, due to the great number of films that take place here, Covington is referred to as the Hollywood of the South.

With so many great filming locations, it makes sense to want to do a self-guided golf cart tour of Mystic Falls. And I will show you how to do it and where to stop!

Steps for Renting a Golf Cart for Your Tour of Mystic Falls

When planning things to do in Covington, a golf cart tour of Mystic Falls should be at the top of your list. It’s a super fun way to explore the town and visit other filming locations.

Some of the other films and shows that have been filmed here are Sweet Magnolias, Footloose, and Dukes of Hazzard, just to name a few.

Additionally, once you arrive, you will immediately fall in love with the charm of this picturesque town.

So, where should you start?

1. Make your golf cart reservation with Cov Carts

Cov Carts is a family-operated business in Covington with whom you can rent golf carts for your self-guided tours. They provide maps for certain tours and have great deals on multi-day rentals.

For a single-day rental, the fees are as follows. The hourly rental is $40, a 1/2 day rental (4 hrs) is $150 and a full-day rental (8 hrs) is $250.

For a self-guided tour of Mystic Falls, I highly recommend the full-day rental. This gives you enough time to visit all of the filming locations of The Vampire Diaries, take great pictures, and explore the town square.

2. Grab a map for your tour of Mystic Falls

Without a map, you’ll pretty much be going around in circles. Not that I wouldn’t mind the views, anyway. However, to make the most of your trip to Mystic Falls, time is of the essence.

But don’t worry! To make your trip planning much easier, I got you covered with all the stops for your self-guided tour of Mystic Falls.

You’re welcome! 😌

Self-Guided Tour of Mystic Falls

Take notes and enjoy your Cov Carts golf cart ride! And while you’re here, don’t forget to make a stop at Scoops for delicious ice cream.

This ice cream shop in Covington was also a favorite stop for the crew members of the show while The Vampire Diaries was being filmed.

Also, be sure to explore Covington’s town square to its fullest! With its charming town square renowned as the “Real Mystic Falls“, it’s the perfect destination for both locals and tourists alike.

While you’re out in your golf cart checking out all the Vampire Diaries houses, immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of this town.

The town square also plays host to a variety of events and festivities throughout the year for fans of this popular show.

You can experience the screening of episodes at the Square, meet and greets with some cast members, and fan conventions.

The Vampire Diaries Filming Locations

1. Start your tour of Mystic Falls at the Courthouse and Clock Tower, located in the center of the town

2. The Mystic Grill restaurant and The Alley, right across the clock tower

3. Dr. Gilbert’s Office – 1105 Washington St, SW, Covington, GA

4. Caroline’s Accident [Season 1] – Elm Street, South of College Ave., Covington, GA

5. Elena’s House – 2104 Floyd St NE, Covington, GA

6. Sheriff Forbes’ Funeral – 1113 Conyers St SW, Covington, GA

7. Caroline Forbes’ House – 2118 Floyd St NE, Covington, GA

8. Lockwood Mansion – 2129 East St, Covington, GA

9. Isobel’s House – 2146 Conyers St SW, Covington, GA

10. Self-Guided Tour of Mystic Falls: Gram’s House – 2136 Conyers St SE, Covington, GA

11. Mystic Falls Cemetery – 2151 Davis St., Covington, GA

12. Self-Guided Tour of Mystic Falls: Damon/Elena kiss – Academy Springs Park, 3120 Conyers St SE, Covington, GA

13. Witches Mansion – 3190 Conyers St., Covington, GA

14. Conyers Street Gym [50’s Dance] –  1146 E Conyers St, Covington, GA

15. Old Lockwood Mansion – 2176 Monticello St SW, Covington, GA

16. Rebekah’s House – 3115 Pennington St, Covington, GA

Would you enjoy this self-guided golf cart tour of the real Mystic Falls? Let me know in the comments!

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Yanitza Ninett

Hey, adventurer! 👋 I’m Yanitza, a hidden-gem hunter and adventure seeker who’s been helping travelers discover authentic experiences off the beaten path for over 8 years. When I’m not crafting detailed travel guides or exploring historic towns, you’ll find me underwater – I’m a PADI-certified scuba diver with a passion for ocean conservation and marine life. A firm believer that the best stories happen when you venture beyond tourist hotspots, I balance my wanderlust with guilty-pleasure binges of The Vampire Diaries and dreaming up future adventures in Mallorca, Spain. Through my guides and travel tips, I hope to inspire others to explore deeper, travel slower, and discover the magic of unexpected places.