Hearing about Covington from the folks who live or visit here can give you a sense of how much fun a trip to Covington can be. Our blogs allow you to make a deep dive into Covington as you plan your visit.
It’s your turn to experience the Hollywood of the South®, where you'll enter the portal of your own cinematic path of discovery.
Skip, stroll, and rock and roll around Downtown Covington Square and view the legends of film and television enshrined on pavers in the Covington Walk of the Stars. From A Man Called Peter, filmed here in 1954, to the beloved Vampire Diaries series (2009-2017), you begin to get a sense that Covington is a special place.
Enjoy your self-guided tour to view more than 30 pavers for television and film productions that have featured Covington/Newton County iconic places, roads, and buildings for film sites and on film sets.
New! The First United Methodist Church is opening its chapel for weddings now available to the public. This church features prominently in the Vampire series.
Covington is the real Mystic Falls. You’ll see vampire stalkers everywhere in Covington, including in the themed shops. Make sure you visit the Welcome Center exhibits gifted by the filmmakers for you.
Downtown's beautiful historical buildings are centered on the square park, where many concerts and community events occur. Founded in 1822, many buildings in Covington were damaged during Gen. Sherman's March to the Sea during the Civil War, but many historic homes and buildings remain, adding to the city's historic character.
Enjoy the wonderful shops and restaurants around the square as you locate your favorite movie or television show paver!
Walking Maps are available at the Covington Welcome Center on 1143 Oak Street. Check out Filmed Here in Covington and the REEL Locations map – also available at the Welcome Center.
There’s a lot more to see and do. Begin your visit to Covington at the Welcome Center right off the downtown square: Discover Covington.