8 Best Atlanta Film Tours [2024]
In past years, Georgia has become a filming location for hundreds of movies and TV shows. Atlanta is at the epicenter of Georgia’s film industry, earning itself the nickname of Hollywood of the South. From The Walking Dead to Stranger Things to the Avengers, here are all the best film tours you can take in Atlanta.
Whether you’re a die-hard movie fan or just looking for something fun to do in Atlanta, a film tour is a must-do. Atlanta’s film tours are simply unforgettable.
TOP PICK: BEST ATLANTA FILM TOUR
Fans of The Walking Dead will love this Walking Dead Walking Tour on Private Filming Backlot that will take you on a guided tour of some of the filming locations in Haralson, Georgia.
Atlanta is known for its booming film industry. With behind-the-scenes access and exclusive movie memorabilia, Atlanta’s film tours will take your movie-watching experience up a notch.
Get ready to explore the Hollywood of the South!
The Best Film Tours in Atlanta
Walk in the footsteps of your favorite movie stars. Atlanta has been the filming location for some of the biggest blockbuster hits of the past decade. Get an in-depth look at film sets for your favorite TV shows and movies, from The Walking Dead to Marvel.
Check out these top film location tours in Atlanta.
1. Walkin’ Dead Walking Tour on a Private Filming Backlot
Tour length: 45 minutes | Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars | Check rates & availability
Take a guided Walkin’ Dead walking tour of some of the filming locations from Seasons 2 through 5 in Haralson, Georgia. You can take a morning or an afternoon tour; both get you behind-the-scenes information from the show and fun surprises along the way.
You’ll visit places like the Cherokee Rose Retail, the Esco Feed Mill Complex, Merle’s Death Barn, and the Meeting Barn. You can even get a “walker bite” from a professional makeup artist and see a replica prop weapon.
Knowledgeable, memorable, would recommend! Great group, lots of fun! If you are a fan of The Walking Dead you will enjoy this tour!
– Brittany (see more reviews)
This 45 minute walking tour is led by a professional guide and covers 0.33 of a mile on a private filming backlot.
2. Stranger Things “The Upside Down” Film Locations Tour in Atlanta
Tour length: 3 hours | Rating: 5 out of 5 stars | Check rates & availability
On this Stranger Things film locations tour, you’ll fit a ton of filming locations into one day. Explore Atlanta and the surrounding area to see where key scenes from Stranger Things were made while listening to behind-the-scenes secrets.
You’ll see the homes of the Wheelers, Sinclairs, and Hendersons and the neighborhood streets where the boys rode their bikes; Hawkins Middle School and Hawkins High School; Hawkins Public Pool; Screen Gems, the studios where Stranger Things is filmed; and Brimborn Steelworks, the nesting place of the Mindflayer.
Our guide, Chris, was awesome! We got to see all the cool filming locations of stranger things, while he shared interesting facts and insights.
– Simona (see more reviews)
This 3 hour tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, transportation between filming locations, and complementary bottled water.
3. The Walking Dead VIP Tour
Tour length: 7 hours | Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars | Check rates & availability
Get the VIP treatment on this tour of The Walking Dead filming locations in Atlanta and Senoia. On this tour, you’ll cover the must-sees and get the lowdown on the scenes, episodes, cast, and more.
You’ll visit Atlanta locations like the iconic spot of The Walking Dead poster, Rick and Morgan’s houses used in Season 1, the building used as the CDC, and more. You’ll also visit sites in Senoia like the filming locations of Woodbury and Alexandria, as well as The Walking Dead Museum and Greg Nicotero and Norman Reedus’ restaurant.
Highly recommend this tour…Got to hear about and see all “things TWD” that we would have never been able to on our own.
– Michelle (see more reviews)
This 7 hour tour includes private transportation with a knowledgeable guide and complementary bottled water.
4. The Walking Dead in the City: Atlanta Film Location Tour
Tour length: 3 hours | Rating: 5 out of 5 stars | Check rates & availability
Tour The Walking Dead filming locations in Atlanta on this tour. You’ll visit locations like the hospital Rick woke up from his coma in, the house Morgan and his little boy first met Rick, the building where Merle Dixon lost his hand, and more.
This tour makes stops at the Jackson Street Bridge, the iconic spot of The Walking Dead poster; the Georgia State Capital, where the survivors raid the Smithsonian Institute; Rick and Morgan’s homes in Grant Park; Collier Metals LLC, the site of Terminus; and the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, the site used as the CDC.
Had a great driver, he showed us walking dead and lots of marvel spots. He gave lots of good food recommendations. Just all around great!
– Casey (see more reviews)
This 3 hour includes private transportation with a knowledgeable guide and complementary bottled water.
5. Hollywood of the South Atlanta Film Locations Tour
Tour length: 3 hours | Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars | Check rates & availability
Explore the many film and TV locations of Atlanta and see why the city has been deemed the “Hollywood of the South” on this tour. Atlanta has provided filming locations for tons of popular movies, blockbuster franchises, and cult classic TV shows.
On this tour, you’ll see locations from movies like Fast & Furious, Divergent, Captain America, Spider-Man, and more. Tailor the tour to your interest so that you see only the sites you’re interested in, whether it’s President Snow’s mansion from The Hunger Games or Madea’s home from Tyler Perry’s Madea movies.
Melinda, our tour guide, was fantastic. Very knowledgeable about the movies and Atlanta. Answered all of our questions and was super friendly and fun to converse with.
– Andrea (see more reviews)
This 3 hour tour includes private transportation, a knowledgeable tour guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
6. The Walking Dead: Film Locations Tour of Senoia
Tour length: 3 hours | Rating: 5 out of 5 stars | Check rates & availability
Ride from Atlanta to Senoia, Georgia on this tour of The Walking Dead film locations in Senoia. You’ll see the fictional towns of Woodbury and Alexandria, as well as surrounding rural film locations.
You’ll stop at the filming location of Woodbury; Woodbury Shoppe, the official Walking Dead store; The Walking Dead Museum; the exterior of Alexandria; and Nic & Norman’s restaurant.
Great tour guide through some of the best filming locations of The Walking Dead. Fun being there and our tour guide Melinda made us feel at home and gave us a memorable day.
– Erica (see more reviews)
This 3 hour tour provides private transportation from Atlanta to Senoia, a knowledgeable tour guide, and complementary bottled water.
7. Atlanta Hip Hop House Wives and Movie Tour
Tour length: 3 hours | Rating: 4 out of 5 stars | Check rates & availability
Along with its rich movie history, Atlanta is also home to top reality TV shows. This Atlanta Hip Hop House Wives and Movie Tour focuses on The Real Housewives of Atlanta and Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta.
On this tour, you’ll stop at Tags Boutique, owned by RHOA cast member Kandi Burruss; Old Lady Gang Restaurant, The Glam Shop, and Rasheeda and Kirk’s Frost Restaurant and Bar in Castleberry Hill; and outside of the Tyler Perry Studios.
Shelly was an amazing tour guide. We had the time of our lives. After the first hour it went from a tourist event to a family oriented outing. I enjoyed everything about this tour.
– Quentin (see more reviews)
This 23 hour tour provides transportation between stops, includes some light walking in Castleberry Hill, and provides plenty of photo opportunities.
8. The Touring Dead Walking Tour
Tour length: 2 hours | Rating: 5 out of 5 stars | Check rates & availability
Take the original walking tour of The Walking Dead filming locations in Senoia. You’ll tour film sites from The Walking Dead Season 3 onwards and get some great insider stories about Seasons 1 and 2.
You’ll get to see the locations for the Governor’s realm of Woodbury, the Season 4 neighborhood where characters sought shelter after the fall of the prison, and the Alexandria Safe Zone from the external wall.
Loved seeing Alexandria and parts of the Commonwealth. Our guide had been a walker and knew a wealth of information.
– Paula (see more reviews)
This 2 hour walking tour includes expert guides, many of whom have been on set as an extra and others who live and work in Senoia and get to see the action as it happens.
Final Thoughts: Atlanta Film Locations Tours
Exploring Atlanta through a film tour is an incredible way to experience the city.
From the storied walls of Tyler Perry Studios to the haunting locations used in The Walking Dead, these film location tours offer a a unique experience for any fan.
Atlanta is a must-visit destination for TV and movie fans. And as Atlanta continues to be a leader in the film industry, many more film tours and experiences are sure to come.
So grab your popcorn, hop on an Atlanta film tour, and create your own unique movie experiences.
Where to Stay in Atlanta
- Top Hotel: The Candler Hotel
- Great Value: Hampton Inn & Suites Perimeter Dunwoody
- Unique Stay: Stonehurst Place
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Paige
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I had no idea so many movies were made in Atlanta – these look fun. I’m a bit weird, I always like to do the tours first and then watch the shows, so I can say oooh I’ve been there, saw that etc, lol.
I’m sure that makes watching the show more fun!
Is Hawkins a real town and the school actually are named correctly in Stranger Things? I love that show, so that tour would be my choice.
No, the school is an old school building in Stockbridge, GA that’s used pretty much just as a filming studio now I think.
Didn’t know that there are so many film tours in Atlanta.
Would definitely love to join the one called Stranger Things “The Upside Down”. Lasts for 3 hours, just right, but with a lot to see.
Thanks for the list. 🙂
That’s a great one! Yeah, a ton of movies have filmed here lately, so there are a lot of great tours.
I am originally from Georgia and actually got the opportunity to go on the Walking Dead VIP tour and had such a great time!! I went with my entire family, as we would always watch the show together, and I would love to be able to do it again. I actually had no idea Stranger Things was filmed in Atlanta so that tour is definitely next on my list!
That sounds like such a fun family bonding experience! There’s actually a ton that is being filmed in Atlanta, you’d be surprised. There’s a bunch of Marvel stuff currently, so I’m sure there will be plenty of superhero tours coming on the scene sometime soon!
I’m JUST now starting to watch Stranger Things. I know, I know — I’m probably the last person in America to get with the program. It’s always fun to see places in real life that are captured on film!
It is a lot of fun, and Atlanta is becoming a hotbed for movie sets, so there’s plenty of filming locations to see all around the city!