Two Fun and Nostalgic Ways to Tour Historic Mount Airy

Last Updated August 2026 by Kodia Byers | Originally written by Guest Blogger Marisa Tomasic, Ph.D.

On your next visit to Mount Airy, your family will delight in touring the town in vintage style. See the landmarks, learn a bit of history, and take in the Mayberry experience by scheduling your tour with a classic squad car or a dapper vintage Model A. Enjoy a simple day trip brimming with nostalgia, and one you’re sure to always remember!

Squad Car Tours

From Wally’s Gas Station, to Andy Griffith’s childhood home, to the area’s famous granite quarry, your family and friends will love cruising past these sites in true Mayberry style. Tours run about 30-40 minutes and typically cost around $40 for a carload of up to five people, though it’s worth confirming current pricing when you call. Squad Car Tours are also available for special occasions and events and even offer gift certificates. Find them at 625 S. Main Street, and contact them at 336-789-OPIE (6743). Check out tourmayberry.com for additional information and details about booking your tour.

Model A Tours, Inc. at Memories on Main

See the city and chat about the Andy Griffith Show in an authentic Model A Ford when you book a tour with Model A Tours. The 1920s meet Mayberry in this whimsical jaunt through town, led by longtime guide Mike Hill, who visitors consistently rave about for his stories and local knowledge.

They are located at 140 N. Main Street and can be contacted at 336-710-9119.

Plan Your Visit

For more quick day trip ideas around the Triad, visit our Day Trip Directory.

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