Greenville, South Carolina is one of the fastest growing cities in the country. Tourists come from all over to visit and people who live there love everything about it. If you've never been to Greenville, you'll want to after reading about it.
1. Falls Park
In the heart of downtown, people can walk across the bridge, have a picnic in the park, walk on the trails through the gardens, or relax by the Reedy River. Both locals and tourists love Falls Park for a reason!
2. Local Restaurants
Greenville's downtown is known for its many local restaurants of nearly every type of food. This meal is from Larkin's on the River, which is located right next to the Reedy.
3. Inexpensive Local Restaurants
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Not all of Greenville's local restaurants are expensive or on Main Street. This plate is from Pita House, which is about 10 minutes outside of downtown.
4. Fall for Greenville
5. Performing Arts
6. Swamp Rabbit Trail
At about 20 miles long, this trail stretches from downtown all the way to Travelers Rest. People can stroll, run, bike, walk their dogs, and everything in between. The trees surrounding the trail are beautiful, especially during the fall.
7. Mountains
If you want beautiful mountain views, just travel a few miles north of Greenville! You can explore Paris Mountain, Table Rock, Jones Gap, Caesar's Head, Bald Rock, and many more. The photo above is from Pretty Place, which is part of YMCA's Camp Greenville.
8. Art
Not only does Greenville have a fantastic art museum, it also has beautiful murals throughout the city. Greenville artist Brigitte Selby painted the mural above in Travelers Rest.
9. Sports
Greenville is home to sports all throughout the year. Baseball team Greenville Drive play at Fluor Field during the summer, and hockey team Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Both are downtown, so there is plenty to do before and after the games!
10. Textile Mill History
Before Greenville became the city we know today, it was a hub for textile mills. Some of the old mills have become popular spots for photography and coffee shops, like the Taylors Mill, which is pictured above.
