Exploring the Filming Locations of ‘The Vampire Diaries’ – From Mystic Falls to Covington, Georgia
In November 2014, a mere seven episodes into its sixth season, fans of The Vampire Diaries were gifted the steamiest kiss this side of the coffin. It would later be known as the #DelenaRainKiss on Twitter, and was talked about for the rest of the series’ existence. If we’re honest, people are still talking about it to this day. Hi, we’re the people!
The ‘Vampire Diaries’ Filming Locations and the Allure of Covington, Georgia
When Damon (Ian Somerhalder) and Elena (Nina Dobrev) locked lips during a torrential downpour, the world collectively gasped. It was so significant that Ian brought it up at PaleyFest LA that same year. He even took advantage of the hashtag trending on Twitter. Apparently, fans wanted more “Delena Rain Kisses” but Ian was quick to say that it can get quite cold in Georgia, where they were filming. That begs the question, where was the show filmed exactly and would a warmer climate have changed things?
The Iconic Mystic Grill and Covington’s Transformation
Although The Vampire Diaries is set in the fictional town of Mystic Falls, Va., it was filmed in Covington, Ga. Hollywood has flocked to the Peach State for its tax breaks, and Covington has seen more than its fair share of productions. Every teen show needs a hangout spot, and in The Vampire Diaries, the characters were usually at the Mystic Grill. Believe it or not, Covington doubled down on this by building their own Mystic Grill, where they source their ingredients locally.
Exploring the Key Locations in ‘The Vampire Diaries’
We could probably never nail down how often people on the show strolled through the downtown area where the most iconic building is undoubtedly the clock tower. If vampires aren’t your bag and you have a thing for werewolves, pop over to Worthington Manor, which is where Tyler Lockwood and his pack lived. The other infamous homes frequented on the show are the Gilbert’s house and the Salvatore house. Both are private residences, with the Salvatore house being two different homes.
From Mystic Falls to New Orleans: The TVD Spinoff Journey
The first TVD spinoff was The Originals, which started in Covington and eventually made its way to New Orleans. Of course, Legacies, which was an Originals spinoff, returned to Mystic Falls/Covington and was primarily located in the Salvatore house. For our money, The Originals is the best of the three but no one needs a valid excuse to head to the Big Easy.
In conclusion, the filming locations of The Vampire Diaries in Covington, Georgia, have left a lasting impression on fans of the show. The quaint charm of this Southern town continues to draw visitors who want to immerse themselves in the world of Mystic Falls and experience the magic of their favorite supernatural drama.