Falls Park on the Reedy
601 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601, USA
(864) 467-4350
Falls Park is a must see in Greenville. There is a series of three waterfalls and you can continue down the park and follow the Swamp Rabbit Trail as far as you want to go.
Unity Park
320 S Hudson St, Greenville, SC 29601, USA
(864) 467-8000
One of Greenvilles newest parks, there is lots of green area and grass and can walk further along the Reedy River here from downtown if it is a nice day. There is a huge playground with waterworks, food court, coffee shops, breweries, rental bikes, etc. It is a fun place to spend the day with the family.
Greenville Drive
935 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601, USA
Go see a minor league baseball game a the stadium which is a replica of Fenway Park. You can see the 30Ft high Green Monster.
Paris Mountain State Park
2401 State Park Rd, Greenville, SC 29609, USA
(864) 244-5565
Paris Mountain is the closest foothills hiking area, which is about 15 minutes from downtown. If youre looking for more intense hiking, the Blue Ridge mountains are just an hour drive--ask us for some recommendations!
Greenville Zoo
150 Cleveland Park Dr, Greenville, SC 29601, USA
(864) 467-4300
Go visit the place where Nick and Laura had their first date! A one mile path takes you through the whole zoo and if kids are with you, you can stop at the large playground right outside in Cleveland Park and get an snow cone. About a 15 minute walk from downtown--or follow the Swamp Rabbit trail for a more scenic 25 min route!
Conestee Park
840 Mauldin Rd, Greenville, SC 29607, USA
(864) 387-0265
A great nature area with walking paths and boardwalks over the wetlands. Just 20 minutes from downtown.
Swamp Rabbit trail
103 McDaniel Ave, Greenville, SC 29601, USA
The Swamp Rabbit Trail is a 28 mile long long trail that runs alongside the Reedy river, through downtown Greenville. Rent a bike from Reedy Rides or from one of the E-bike stations (B-Cycle app). Go West, and you will pass Furman campus and eventually end up in Travelers Rest (home of Lauras favorite breakfast spot--Tandem). After the zoo, there is less to see following it east but will likely be less crowded.
Yee-Haw Brewing Company
Our favorite downtown spot for good food, beer, and one of the largest outdoor TV’s you’ve seen! Don’t miss out on their pretzel!
Best Restaurants
We would highly recommend making a dinner reservation if you’re wanting to eat out somewhere downtown Friday night!
Downtown:
-Soby’s: great southern food
-Jones Oyster Co: must-try hush puppies and Lobster roll. Don’t take reservations
-Sassafras: more great southern cooking!
-Belladinas: Nick’s favorite pizza! Mostly carryout
-Coral: All-around great seafood
-Up on the Roof: dinner or drinks with an incredible view over Greenville and you can see the mountains in the distance on a clear day
BBQ:
-Lewis BBQ: the best bbq in town. Grab a drink as you wait in line
-Hometeam BBQ: second best bbq in town and still Laura’s favorite pulled pork. Get a GameChanger frozen drink
Brunch:
- Tandem: 20 min away in Travelers Rest, but has amazing Crepes
-Halls: brunch on Sundays only
Late Night (Greenville isn’t a late town)
-Juniper (inside AC hotel)
-Neat Bourbon Bar
-Press Room (speakeasy and requires a code)
Shopping On Main
Straight down Main, there are lots of local and specialty shops. Some of our favorites include Savana Bee Co, Mast General Store, Spice & Tea Exchange, Judson Bookstore, Coffee Underground, Vintage Now Modern, and Poppington’s.
On the way, you can see if you (or kids) can find all the Mice On Main (9 total). They sell a book and mice souvenirs in Mast General Store.
