city of greenville culture
family things to do and see
Visitors
to Greater Greenville will have no problem filling the days and evenings with
every kind of leisure activity. Greenville's international community has created
sophisticated dining and entertainment options that may surprise first-time
visitors. Click on the links below to learn more about Greenville.
Attractions
From scenic overlooks and waterfalls to the finest museums and galleries, here's
a listing of Greenville's beautiful spaces and places.
Area Attractions: Visit the Convention and Visitor's Bureau for a listing of
attractions in and around Greenville County.
Falls Park on the Reedy :
This downtown public garden features the only curved, cantilevered pedestrian
suspension bridge in the United States.
Heritage Green: Visit Greenville's arts and
cultural complex, located a few blocks from downtown and home to the three art
museums, The Children's Museum, a classical theater company and the Hughes
Library.
Museums and Galleries: Find a comprehensive listing
of Greenville's area museums and galleries, from African-American history to
baseball legend Shoeless Joe Jackson to Riverwalk, a gathering place for local
artists' collections.
The Greenville Zoo:
Home to the endangered Bornean orangutan and Amur leopard, the Greenville Zoo is
recognized as one of the finest smaller zoos in the nation.
Greenville Parks and Recreation: The City
abounds with recreational opportunities for you and your family. Go here to find
out more!
Arts
and Entertainment
From live music to performance to area nightlife, Greenville can fill your days
and nights with excitement. Check the locations below for more information.
Outdoor Entertainment: From
April through October, Greenville is alive with entertainment at a variety of
outdoor venues.
Greenville Drive
Baseball: This Red Sox affiliated team plays at Fluor Field in Greenville's
West End.
Greenville Road Warriors Hockey:
This American Hockey League (AHL) minor league team is affiliated with the Connecticut Whale and the New York
Rangers. Games are played at the BI-LO Center.
Metropolitan Arts
Council
(MAC): MAC supports the arts in Greenville via grants, its cultural planning
process, marketing and advocacy. They also maintain a comprehensive listing of
more than 500 area visual artists.
Kids: Go here to find fun, family-friendly
activities in the City of Greenville.
The
Carolina First Center: This state-of-the art conference center and
exhibition hall accommodates groups from 25 to 25,000, just minutes from
downtown Greenville.
The BI-LO Center: This
state-of-the-art 15,000 seat sports and entertainment arena is located in
downtown Greenville, and has been consistently recognized as one of the top
entertainment venues in the United States.
Artisphere: Held
annually in downtown Greenville, this celebration of the arts draws thousands to
the city.
Fall for Greenville:
Held annually every October, this celebration of food offers visitors a true
"Taste of Our Town."
Performing Arts: Greenville is home to a wide
variety of performance, theater and dance organizations. Go here for a
comprehensive listing.
Upstate Visual Arts:
This organization of Upstate artists hosts exhibitions and exhibits for the
public and conducts education and professional workshops for its members.
Calendar of Events: View a listing
of all city-sponsored special events.
Shopping and Dining
From downtown to Woodruff Road and beyond, Greenville
is home to hundreds of restaurants and thousands of shops. Here's some links to
get you started.
Shopping and Dining Districts: Whether you find
yourself downtown, on Augusta Road or at Haywood Mall, Greenville has it all
when it comes to shopping and dining locales. Read this quick guide to the
city's shopping neighborhoods.
Convention and
Visitor's Bureau Shopping Guide: The CVB guide to Greenville-area shopping
opportunities. This searchable guide allows users to browse by shop name or
subject.
Convention and
Visitor's Bureau Dining Guide: The CVB searchable dining guide is an
indispensible resource for area restaurants.
Downtown
Greenville's downtown is unique in the region. A successful 30-year
redevelopment process has created a vibrant, thriving downtown - filled with
shops, restaurants and attractive green spaces. Learn more by visiting the links
below:
The Downtown Trolley: Operated by the City,
enjoy free transportation throughout downtown.
2009 Downtown Visitors Guide: Download the annual guide to downtown.
The Children's Garden: This
interactive multi-themed garden designed to enrich children's intelligence,
creativity and well-being through exploration and discovery is located at Linky
Stone Park, a 1.7-acre greenspace along the Reedy River, between downtown
Greenville and the revitalized West End.
Historic Districts:
Walk through history with this guide to Greenville's seven historic districts.
Downtown Event Road
Closures: Stay on top of traffic with this listing of street closures for
downtown special events.
Wireless Downtown: Find free wifi
connections are located throughout downtown Greenville.
Calendar of Events: View a listing of all city-sponsored special events.
Maps: Find useful maps of downtown, parks, council
districts and much more.
Free Things to Do
Having fun in Greenville doesn't have to be expensive. The city regularly hosts
free events, and there are many ongoing activities from which to choose.
Mice on Main: Hidden downtown are
nine bronze mice for you to find! Start at the Hyatt Plaza, and use the hints
for a fun afternoon in downtown Greenville. Get the Mice Hints to enjoy a fun, family afternoon in downtown
Greenville.
Art in Public Places: Take
a walking or scenic driving tour through the City of Greenville and discover a
diverse collection of artwork. The City's Art in Public Places guide provides a
great resource for discovering the unique artwork that has complemented the
city's continued growth. Each tour provides scenic maps of the city, photographs
of all the city's artwork and detailed descriptions and historical information.