America’s Most Unique Trolley Tour

Experience the charm, hospitality, and complexity of the south through a quintessential southern town on Georgia’s Trail of Legacy & Lore. Learn how a city founded when Georgia’s borders marked America’s western and southern frontiers, became one of the South’s most affluent communities. Understand how Madison survived a war and a fire, navigated Reconstruction, rode the highs and lows of King Cotton, recovered from the Great Depression, and transformed during the Civil Rights Movement to emerge a place as rich in people and culture as it is in history.

Madison is a living postcard. Nearly every home and building within our historic district dates between the early 1800s and 1900s, appearing as they always have, and representing ten distinct architectural styles. It is hard to know where to look as our trolley carries you along narrow, centuries-old streets past elegant mansions, stately homes, and charming cottages, all set upon stunning landscapes and gardens.

Let our technology put you in the middle of Union troops entering Madison as you discover the real story behind Sherman’s March to the Sea. You will learn about the prison where captured Union soldiers were held, the homes-turned-hospitals for Confederate wounded, and the Federal Cavalry raid that came to Madison before Sherman’s men arrived.

The people and events that make up Madison’s story are as entertaining as they are fascinating. We help you enjoy the legends, especially when you discover that often fact is more interesting then fable. By telling you Madison’s story, we help you understand America’s story.

Diverse topographies, urban centers, strong film industry infrastructure, generous tax incentives, and its strategic location has earned Georgia the nickname “Hollywood of the South”. Discover the role Madison and its surroundings play in our state’s nation-leading film industry as you pass locations used for productions that include My Cousin Vinny, Stranger Things, The Vampire Diaries, Goosebumps, Warm Springs, I’ll Fly Away, and Harriet.

Madison is so much more than its history. Recently named one of Country Living Magazine‘s Top Small Towns for 2025, this vibrant destination is brimming with creativity, culture, shopping, dining, and genuine Southern hospitality. Our insider guides offer a local perspective on what to see, where to eat and shop, and how to experience the best of Madison. Hop aboard the Madison Trolley—it’s the perfect way to kick off your visit and fall in love with everything our charming town has to offer.