21 Unique Things to Do in Covington, Georgia

Why you should visit Hollywood of the South

Crystal Jackson
The Lifestyle Times
11 min readAug 16, 2023

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Although there are many cities in Georgia I love, a favorite of mine is the city of Covington. While there’s plenty to see and do in the area, my favorite place to go when I visit is the downtown area — and not just because my stylist is located at Beatniks Salon on Covington Square. It’s a cool place to visit for a day trip, weekend getaway, or even for your Georgia vacation.

What is Covington, Georgia Known for?

Covington Courthouse — Photo by Crystal Jackson

Covington, Georgia, is a small town about 30 minutes east of Atlanta. You might be surprised to learn that its claim to fame is that it’s a major filming location. It’s been home to filming for The Dukes of Hazzard, In the Heat of the Night, The Vampire Diaries, Sweet Magnolias, and so many more famous shows and movies. Over 200, in fact. It also has plenty of history, antebellum homes, and a courthouse that’s listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These days, you’ll find most of the visitors come to Covington to see the places where their favorite shows were filmed.

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