1-Day Mount Airy Itinerary (2024)

It's a nice museum if you're old enough to remember Andy Griffith and most notably his namesake show. We enjoyed our visit a great deal. The building is small but the exhibits were nice and the clothing and other materials from the show put a smile on our face as we remembered a time far far away.

Such a wonderful museum. I visited with my Mother-in-law, Sister-in-law, and a great family friend. All 4 of us love and or grew up watching and still all these years later watch the Andy Griffith show. This museum was cherry on top of our visit to Mt Airy. We definitely recommend everyone who loves the show to visit the museum.

Small, cute museum. Took us about 20 mins to complete once we got in (the line took 20 mins). It was a bit underwhelming due to its size, but we did enjoy all the Andy Griffith memorabilia, including his UNC-related items. I learned some things I didn't know about his time at my alma mater. And it was cool seeing the outfits from both The Andy Griffith Show and Matlock.

Took a day trip to Mount Airy & we just had to visit the Andy Griffith Museum. As children we loved his show so this was a must for my husband and myself.We made a day of it and went out to eat & enjoyed downtown Mount Airy.

My wife gave me a special birthday present by taking me here. I am a huge fan of The Andy Griffith Show and I enjoyed seeing all of the memorabilia and actual props from the show. You will definitely learn a lot of things about Andy Griffith that you maybe have never known. This is a must visit place!!

If you love the Andy Griffith Show like I do and if you're ever in Mt. Airy, NC, the city of Mt. Airy and the Andy Griffith Museum is a must place to stop and check out!The museumis a place both for learning about and celebrating Andy Griffith, who was born in Mount Airy in 1926. Home of the single largest collection of artifacts and memorabilia related to Andy Griffith, the museum features hundreds of items from Andy’s life and his career in theater, film, and music. Highlights of the collection include actual props, wardrobe, and other artifacts fromThe Andy Griffith ShowandMatlockthat were donated by Cindi and Andy Griffith, members of the casts and crews, and other individuals and organizations.A must see if in the area.

As a lover of Matlock, I found great enjoyment out of the museum. It is a wonderful tribute to the life and career of Andy Griffith, and I enjoyed seeing all of the pieces! My husband's favorite show is the Andy Griffith Show and it was so fun to see him so excited when going through it.

I think it was 8 dollars to get In per person which isn't too bad. I expected the museum to be bigger honestly but you did learn quite a bit about his life. Giving it 4 stars because it's kinda confusing on how to get there from the parking lot. Also the sidewalks are slippery even without rain so be careful.

If you love Andy Griffith and want to see some of his childhood photos and memorabilia from his TV show, movies, and records there are many things on exhibit. Compared to some other museums I've been to, I wouldn't say this is interactive. There's one touch sensitive digital screen but even though it wasn't crowded when we were there, someone was always using it so we never got a chance to. I'd say that it's worth it to see, but a lot could be done to make it better-- Hologram images, clips from his TV show playing showing the actors wearing the clothing that's displayed rather than still photos, an interactive exhibit where people could choose to play songs from his records, a replica of the police station with the jail, etc. so people could sit at the desk, try out Otis's cell.

The Andy Griffith Museum is a small, but extremely well done museum dedicated to the life of Andy Griffith. It includes many artifacts from his childhood through his adult career. Some are more esoteric like a year book from when he was a music/drama teacher in the local high school. There are lots of things from his movies, Matlock, The Andy Griffith show, and his musical career.It is a relatively small space but one of the better organized and presented displays we have visited. It was under $10 a person when we visited. There was a steady stream of people for a Tuesday afternoon but it wasn’t crowded.There is a second exhibit area down the stairs in another building (The Surry Arts Council) which focuses more on the town and other characters including the career of Betty Lynn who played Thelma Lou on the show.

So many memories and such a great collection. I loved the handwritten notes from Andy with items he donated.

The Andy Griffith Museum in Mount Airy NC is a sweet little museum. This was a great visit with interactive monitors (Which my wife loved) and lots of keepsakes from the cast of the Andy Griffith Show. In addition it has some nice memorabilia from Andy Griffith's singing days and some of his other movies. There's more to see downstairs too. The museum doesn't take that long to visit, unless your wife likes to press every button on the AV displays like mine does, but it's just about right. Then, when you're done, take a visit down on main street for more souvenirs, visit Floyd's Barber Shop, and grab a Barnie Burger at Barney's Cafe. ...oh...oh... loved the coffee at "Page's Books and Coffee Shop". Really flavorful and not bitter. Sweet staff too! I really hope you found this review helpful! 😊

Great experience. It was fun to see all the old show props and learn more about Andy. A little small but fun. My teenage daughters both enjoyed it. The man working there was super friendly and really seemed to enjoy his job. It's nice to see someone who enjoys his job and kind.

Love this whole area Mt. Airy NC. I have loved Andy Griffith since I was a child and to be in his hometown was amazing. I highly recommend eating lunch at Snappy great food and great service.

The best site to see in Mt Airy if you are a fan of the show. First of all, don't miss the statue of Andy and Opie out front. Then, take your time as you visit the museum dedicated to the show. Colorful murals as well.

I enjoyed this museum. Should have been a little bigger. Great price of about $8 per person. Loved what I saw but the layout could have been a little better. Good walkways for handicapped individuals. Love Andy so I loved seeing this museum devoted to him. Also went to the gas station and the jail. Great experience that I would do again.

Great place to visit if you like an old fashioned place dripping with southern hospitality and it’s just a bonus that Andy Griffith grew up there and modeled it after Mayberry!! I thought everyone was so nice in this town! I wish the rest of America would take a page out of the book of this town. Thank you and I love you ❤️ Mt. Airy

218 Rockford St, Mt Airy, NC 27030, USA•http://www.surryarts.org/agmuseum/•(336) 786-1604

If you are an Andy And Barney fan you definitely need to visit Mount Airy North Carolina and see the home Andy grew up in as a child. There’s a museum that’s totally awesome and a must see. You can walk the beautiful streets of Mount Airy and see the Mayberry Jail & Courthouse along with Wallys gas station,the Darlins house and truck, Goobers Wrecker the police car and more. See pictures. I highly recommended you visit. It’s just amazing.

If you enjoyed the Andy Griffith show then you will enjoy the Courthouse and jail because it is like you stepped onto the set. You have a self guided tour of the space. When we visited on site bathroom was out of order. You can step I to the jail cells so fun picture opportunity.

We had the most fun ever here! This is a great place to bring back memories of the show, and for taking pictures.

I really loved this place. The Gas station, courthouse, and gift shop was so much fun. I love Mayberry. The show is so good and being in this place was wonderful. Get a ride in the Sheriff’s car and get your Mayberry memorabilia. It is worth the visit! I would love to return to this place, worth the time!!“Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”‭‭John‬ ‭14‬:‭6‬ ‭NIV‬‬

We stayed in Mt Airy a couple of days. We wanted to hike Hanging Rock Staye Park and around Mt Pilot. We spent an afternoon touring the Andy Griffith show stuff in town. The jail was nice to see. We rented the Mayberry Front Porch for 3 nights. It was great. It is very clean and well-appointed and a great price. I highly recommend it. We also visited the Round Peak Vinyards, which was nice.

I am a longtime fan of TAGS. This is an amazing and impressive recreation of the sheriff's office set. If my wife and I had a TV show we would literally feel it would be a crossover.

We went on a Sunday so perhaps that was why it was so boring. They were running Andy Griffiths police car rides, $50 a car load. But the wait was too long for our schedule that day. The car takes you around the neighborhood and to Andy's house. We drove there ourselves. It was fun to see the courthouse and the Darlings shack. There were a lot of cobwebs and no one is really keeping it up. But take your photos like we did and say you were there. :-)

I was absolutely stunned by what I got to see .. Museum of Andy filled my ❤ n soul with pics n info I never knewWas amazing.. Highly reccomend walleys station because you have the Courthouse jail right next door..BONUS the darlins truck n much more.....YOU go n 👀 see you'll ❤ it

Very unique place, not quite like the show but very close! The whole family enjoyed this quick stop. There is no admission, but a donation box is available. Parking can be a little tight.

Mount Airy is a trip to the past. If you are a fan of the Andy Griffith show or just want a few days in the past this is a must place to visit!!

625 S Main St, Mt Airy, NC 27030, USA•http://www.wallysinmayberry.com/•(336) 786-6066

This was really neat. Very historical and the people were very friendly. Weird hours though so check before stopping in.

Absolutely love this house!! I've been three times, bringing along different friends to see it. Such a cute gem and so much history. The house has all the original furniture and the ladies who work there will tell you all the info. They also decorate for the seasons so it's fun to stop by at different times of the year. If you like historical places, this is a must see. 💜

Free to tour although you can give donations. Friendly staff. Interesting stories of this family.

A beautiful old home with many rooms available to view, and information about the previous inhabitants. We were lucky to visit when the Christmas decorations were up!The main entrance is at the back.

This house is amazing and I loved the history and decor. This is a must see while in Mt. Airy❤️❤️

It was nice to hear the history behind the house & the lady working there was super sweet & friendly.

An interesting place to reflect on the Gilded age or robber barons. Well preserved.

If you like to tour old houses and antiques this is a must see. Wonderful guides to start your visit then walk around the house at your own pace. Limited parking in back of house. Plenty of on streets parking next to it though.

A must see historic home in Mt. Airy, NCDecorations for Christmas are especiallybeautiful with each room which has special decor.

Great place for tourists if interested in historical buildings. Awesome history about Gertrude and a really cool house. The locals are great to talk to and are really friendly.

It was a beautiful house and great history about Gertrude. She put it in her will that no one was ever to pay to see her house. Lovely ladies volunteered to show the house.

Nice house to walk through, tours are free and in depth.

Beautiful old home to tour with as many original belongings as possible.

708 N Main St, Mt Airy, NC 27030, USA•(336) 786-6856

We went on a Ghost Tour, and also walked through the museum. It was great. Jonathon was our host at the museum he was so down to earth and funny. Our tour guide was Dan awesome very knowledgeable and just really nice and patient. Great time. The money goes back to museum.

This Museum is really amazing place to go for your money. The amount of things to see covers 3 floors it has a place for kids to see and play

We very much enjoyed the richness of the local history. The exhibits were well done and varied. Definitely recommend a visit of you are in Mt Airy.

Nice, interesting, and informative/educational. Four floors of local history and culture. Reasonably priced, $6 person for entry, and an observation tower over the 4th floor that lets you see the country side for miles around. Would love to go back when I have more time.

There is a display here that is near and dear to my heart. The Henry Wright Country Store was a store I visited when I was a kid. This is a wonderful history museum lots of local information. You can also have a Birthday party here.

Intetesting regional history. Home of a few famous singers and actors. The third floor of the museum is the highest view point in Mt Airy.

Great museum. Much larger than we expected. Several floors of displays. Well organized.

Great museum to stop by. The man at the counter was funny and knowledgeable about the museum and area. Museum had alot of great exhibits. Make sure to take the stairs up to the top of the clock tower you can get a good look at the town and mountains. I would highly recommend stopping in.

Good Museum, great price. For only $6 it's 4 floors of history. The place is under construction in places so it was a little hard to navigate, but once completed I'm sure it will be great. Loved the observatory, but we almost missed it. You are given a map, but signage inside could be a little better. Overall, we had a great time and well worth the admission.

I've lived here 30+ years and sadly I must say, I had never been to the museum, but that changed 11-29-22. Myself, My Husband and some out of town friends went and Really Enjoyed Ourselves!! The history is very interesting and seeing all the displays is a treat! You Owe it to Yourself to go! The staff there, the day we went were so nice and very friendly! Go See Some Really Neat History - Mount Airy Museum! ❤️

This place is put together very well. Very clean and organized and full of information and history. There are multiple levels to the building packed with exhibits that might strike your interest from the granite quarry, local sports, music to automobiles. It’s excellent if you’re interested in the town of Mount Airy, but if you’re not it’s easy to just breeze through and waste your money. Otherwise I would highly recommend this place.

The first floor covers original Indian population and arrival of European settlers. The second floor is currently being remodeled. The third floor has some fashion and has a lot of info on Donna Fargo and Easter Brothers as well as a small amount about Andy Griffith. The fourth floor is also not complete. Entrance fee is $6 per person. At the time that I visited half of the museum is not complete. Museum is right on Main Street so parking is along street or public lots.

301 N Main St, Mt Airy, NC 27030, USA•http://www.northcarolinamuseum.org/•(336) 786-4478

Great spot to collect brochures and use the restroom since a lot of the main street shops do not have restrooms. The staff on site are very helpful Answering questions and offering suggestions.

The visitor's center employee was incredible! He gave us lots of great information, which helped us plan our short visit to Mt. Airy.

Amazingly helpful, friendly and knowledgeable staff made this a place that everyone should stop by. The wonderful lady attending the desk was so kind. The wealth of resources was unmatched. Thanks so much for all the information!

The Visitors Center has a lot of good informative materials displayed and the officers go out of their way to share their knowledge not only about the attractions but also about the town and the area in general. Very helpful. Thank you!

We came in here to find out information on the town and any upcoming events. The little lady that was working in here was the absolute nicest woman and she was very knowledgeable of the town. She is very proud of the town and she is a great representative of Mt. Airy! She told us all the fun things that could be done in a couple hours and encouraged us to come back again!

Staff was welcoming and friendly. Took time to talk about Pilot Mountain hikes with me. They were very knowledgeable about the area. Recommended ways to save time and money. I'm glad I stopped in.

Great place for area information. We were in Mt. Airy visiting the Mayberry sights.

Please everyone come to Mount airy and bring a friend you will love this place.

I took my ladies(my mom and 2 aunts) and they had a blast. We walked the streets and enjoyed the little shops. It was a great day.

200 N Main St, Mt Airy, NC 27030, USA•http://www.visitmayberry.com/•(336) 786-6116