We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
All 8 Mount Airy Attractions »

The Mount Airy Visitors Center

200 N. Main Street, Mount Airy, NC 27030
800-948-0949
Ranked #2 of 7 attractions in Mount Airy
4.5 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Type: Speciality Museums, Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Owner description: The Mount Airy Visitors Center is now located in The Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce Building at 200 N. Main Street, Mount Airy NC 27030.... more » Owner description: The Mount Airy Visitors Center is now located in The Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce Building at 200 N. Main Street, Mount Airy NC 27030. Please stop by the Mount Airy Visitors Center as we are open 7 Days a week Monday-Friday 8:309am-5pm, Saturday 10am-4pm and Sunday 1pm-4pm. We can assist with planning your trip while visiting Mount Airy "Mayberry" North Carolina. The former Visitors Center locatation is now the Dr. Robert Smith House which is home to The Donna Fargo Exhibit and The Eng and Chang Bunker Exhibit. The Andy Griffith Collection is now located in The Andy Griffith Playhouse also open 7 Days week. « less
Update attraction details
Write a Review

15 reviews from our community

Visitor rating
    10
    5
    0
    0
    0
Date Rating
Rochester, New York
Top Contributor
58 reviews 58 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

The woman who was staffing the visitors center when we dropped by was very informative and enthusiastic. So much so that we had a bit of trouble getting away to go see what we had already decided we wanted to see!

Was this review helpful? Yes
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

Staff was very helpful, and well informed. Gave us clear directions to "Mayberry" sites, as well as other attractions in the area.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by John D for Mount Airy
Cincinnati, Ohio
Top Contributor
92 reviews 92 reviews
Reviews in 49 cities Reviews in 49 cities
117 helpful votes 117 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

I would not miss this as to find anything you really need to drop by the Visitor Center. They are very helpful and have good maps.Be prepared for a long speil as the ladies DO love Mt. Airy and DO speak "southern" which is a lot slower than north. Enjoy the leisurely pace of Mt. Airy. It is great.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by triptique for Mount Airy
Virginia
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

The person working the day we were there was very friendly and helpful...went over a map of the area and gave us a great overview of what there was to see and do in the area. Definitely a good first place to stop when visiting Mount Airy.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Cape Coral
Senior Contributor
32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

We found this place helpful in seeing other things to do in the North Carolina area. If this is the main street visitor's center, they were well stocked with pamphlets of things to do in the area as well as free sweet tea.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 5 more reviews by EKARDII for Mount Airy
Mount Airy, North Carolina
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 February 2012

Manned by helpful, friendly people who know the city and it's history

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by Kaye N for Mount Airy
Senior Contributor
45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012

They are not only thorough in offering their help; They go out of their way to interact with tourists, becoming almost a new personal friend.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by lovesfood777 for Mount Airy
Mount Airy, North Carolina, United States
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

If you're a fan of the Andy Griffith show. Its all here. The residents don't call it Mayberry, but we're nice to you when you do :-) Come to Floyds and the Snappy Lunch. See the old jail and other landmarks. Take a squad car tour.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Wadesboro, North Carolina
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011

Visitors Center should consider that not all travelers to their town are there because of Andy Griffith and Mayberry. We just like exploring and visiting small towns. But they were very helpful.

Was this review helpful? Yes
MayberryTourism, Manager at The Mount Airy Visitors Center, responded to this review
13 February 2012

Thank you for your email. I will make sure that I work with our Visitor Information Specialists to go over all there is to see and do in Mount Airy along with our Mayberry Attractions. I appreciate your review and we appreciate your comments to improve the efforts with our staff at the Mount Airy Visitors Center. Thank you again.... More

Scotland Neck, North Carolina
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 November 2011

We found the Visitor's Center full of all kinds of information, lots of brochures, and maps of the town of Mt. Airy that turned out to be very helpful. The gentleman who was working when we went inside was very friendly and informative.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by Doonesbury1955 for Mount Airy

Travellers who viewed The Mount Airy Visitors Center also viewed

The Andy Griffith Museum
4.5 of 5 stars 20 Reviews
Mount Airy, NC
Pilot Mountain
4.5 of 5 stars 21 Reviews
Mount Airy, NC
 
Floyd\
4.5 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
Mount Airy, NC
Squad Car Tours
4.5 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Mount Airy, NC
 

Been to The Mount Airy Visitors Center? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage The Mount Airy Visitors Center, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing
See all sites
Cruise Critic

The ultimate cruise resource: cruise reviews, deals, news and advice.

SeatGuru

The world's most comprehensive source for airline seats, airline info, & in-flight amenities.

Family Vacation Critic

The best family holidays start here.

Best beach houses of 2012 »