If you are not familiar with Greenville, South Carolina, you are in for a surprise. Greenville is one of the hidden gems of the Southeast United States. A friendly, mid-sized community, Greenville is situated at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, a short drive to Atlanta or Charlotte, the beach or mountain lakes. Combining the close-knit feel of a small town with the sophistication and resources of a big city, Greenville has something for everyone. Its central location, mild climate, and abundant recreational, educational, and cultural opportunities offer a stellar quality of life.
What follows is a list of activities in the city and surrounding areas. Basically, we are an hour or less from beautiful lakes and mountains, 2-2.5 hours from Charlotte and Atlanta, and 3-3.5 hours from Charleston. Our residents definitely find time to explore the region and take full advantage of all this area has to offer.
The Mountains and Lakes (60 miles or less: one hour)
Asheville, NC: Biltmore Estate
Hendersonville and Flat Rock, NC
Chimney Rock, NC
Lake Lure, NC
Lake Hartwell, SC
Lake Keowee
The Big Cities (150 miles or less: 2-2.5 hours)
Atlanta, GA
Charlotte, NC
Columbia, SC
The Beaches (250 Miles or less: 3-4 hours)
Charleston, SC
Hilton Head Island, SC
Myrtle Beach, SC