Greenville, SC Attractions

Just a few miles east of Lake Keowee is the city of Greenville, South Carolina. There are lots of Greenville, SC attractions for area residents and visitors to enjoy. One of the main attractions in Greenville, SC is the recently revitalized downtown, which offers fabulous dining, shopping, entertainment, and outdoor fun against the backdrop of one of the most beautiful small towns in the Southeast. Some of the highlights of downtown Greenville include . . .

Falls Park

More than just a Greenville, SC attraction, Falls Park is the center of the city, located in the heart of downtown Greenville along the Reedy River. This beautiful park, designed by renowned landscape architect Andrea Mains, attracts visitors from across the region and around the world. The park boasts two waterfalls, multiple “garden rooms” displaying seasonal blooms, the Bowater Amphitheater and the Carolina First Amphitheater, both of which serve as venues for performances and events, the River Lodge shelter, and the spectacular Liberty Bridge, a suspension bridge that spans the upper falls and is the focal point of the park. Enjoy strolling or jogging through the park, picnicking, touring the gardens, and on summer evenings maybe even catching a performance of Shakespeare in the Park. To learn more about attractions in Greenville, SC Fall Park, visit: www.fallspark.com

The Greenville Drive & Fluor Field at the West End

Fluor Field is home to Greenville’s very own Minor League baseball team, the Greenville Drive. An affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, the Drive plays more than 70 home games each season at Fluor Field. The stadium was modeled after Fenway Park, home of the Red Sox, with its own “Green Monster” (a 30 foot high wall in back field) and “Pesky’s Pole” in right field. Because of its unique architecture and fan-friendly features, Fluor Field was named 2006 Ballpark of the Year. An evening of Greenville Drive baseball always makes for a great family outing and a fun community event. Truly, the Drive is more than just one of our attractions in Greenville, SC; they are part of our pride. www.greenvilledrive.com

Heritage Green

Heritage Green is an arts and cultural campus of four museums: The Greenville County Museum of Art, The Museum & Gallery at Heritage Green, The Upcountry History Museum, and The Children’s Museum. In addition to these museums, Heritage Green is also home to Greenville Little Theater and the Hughes Main Library of the Greenville Library System. Greenville, SC attractions are in plenty here, whether you’re looking for modern art, classic works by the old masters, history, learning, or family fun, Heritage Green has something for you. www.heritagegreensc.com

Other Greenville, SC attractions include shows at Greenville’s many performing venues, like the Peace Center for the Performing Arts or the Bi-Lo Center, both of which host an outstanding line-up of performers each season. Dine on world class cuisine at one of Greenville’s many fine restaurants, or stay out late and experience the nightlife. It’s all just a short drive away in Greenville, SC.