Love camping in spots alongside river. Also love the music and arts festivals hosted by river.

Great fishing spots

It’s very beautiful that’s all I know

This is a small boutique ski resort, looks amazing after the remodel, they sure did a nice job. I was there twice snowboarding as well as for the NYE party. The party was amazing, great service, nice music and beautiful fireworks. The ski slopes were not all open, and still need some improvements. I’m looking forward to that. Overall a beautiful place. Restaurant looks amazing but I haven’t got a chance to try it yet, maybe next time.

Let me start by saying what they have done to improve the lodge and its space (ticketing, dining, restrooms, etc) is great. You can tell a lot of time, energy, and effort went in to improving this portion of the experience. Unfortunately, not enough focus is being put on the actual ski hill yet. Overall, this has been a pretty cold December and January so far (this past week has had all below average temps), which for the region is good since we tend to have fluctuating weather. We’ve also had a few dustings to help out. However, the slopes have very thin coverage and it doesn’t look like a lot of effort is being put into blowing snow while they can. This will likely hurt them later in the season if the snow-making focus doesn’t improve soon. I really hope they get to work on improving this because the place has so much potential and I appreciate what they have put into it so far. Update: We went back to Hatley Pointe over the weekend, just 6 days after the initial review above. In that time, they made significant progress on the snow conditions plus had 6 inches of natural snow. I may have been too quick to judge above - this place was awesome. They also cap the ticket sales and this makes a huge difference compared to the overcrowded hills in the area. Also I’d like the add that I think their food and drink prices are very fair. This is for sure our new go-to local mountain!

This was my first visit since the new ownership, and I have to say, we had an incredible time. The lodge is absolutely stunning—you can tell a lot of effort and investment went into renovating it. The ski lift experience was enjoyable, and I really appreciated the convenience of the RFID technology for the ski passes. The slope has been noticeably improved from how it was before. I’m already looking forward to coming back soon!

Great day of skiing at Hatley Point. Snow conditions were good until 50 degree weather turned it a little slushy. Lifts and snow making equipment are very impressive. The new owners and the staff took a page from the Ritz Carlton book of 5-Star service. Definitely coming back to ski again.

We had a fantastic experience on Christmas Day! I was so impressed with how seamlessly everything was running considering that they just recently opened for business. The grounds were decorated beautifully, and we were able to park just a few steps from the lodge. We were greeted by the nicest gentleman, and that friendliness followed with every staff member we encountered throughout the day. Once we checked in, we were able to purchase a locker to use for the day. Every area was so clean and well appointed. We made our way out to the lift and jumped on with no wait. I realize that there are limited runs available right now, but the snow conditions were great, and we never waited in line once throughout the day and evening. The lodge makes for a great place for non skiers and those taking a break to watch. It was dog friendly, the bar was open, the grill was going, and music was playing. It was a fun atmosphere with a great view of the ski hill. There were all kinds of extras from s’mores kits to juice and fresh baked Norwegian waffles. The lodge had many areas with comfortable seating and close proximity to a fireplace. Once we finished skiing for the day, we made our way up to Smoke and Timber for dinner. We were greeted by Seth, and he made us feel right at home. The food and service were excellent, and it was a fun way to end the day. From start to finish, we enjoyed every moment, and we will certainly be back. Thank you to all the staff at Hatley Pointe for making this a Christmas that our family will never forget!

Tonight my son and I decided to try out the new Hatley Pointe Ski Resort in Mars Hill, NC. I'll have to say it is a huge improvement from when it was Wolf Laurel/Ridge. The lodge is super nice, the prices are affordable, and the staff is super nice and helpful! We didn't try the restaurant but I've heard good things and it's on our list. The only complaint that I would have is they didn't fix the crazy drop off while getting off at the "Beginner" stop (1st stop) on the main chair lift. I had a friend of mine mess his knee up pretty bad there a couple years ago and tonight, it got my son too. He fell each time getting off the lift and the 4th time he twisted his knee pretty bad. Luckily the ski patrol was right there and got to him quick before anyone came off behind him. After a rest we skied down the hill but he'll be sore for a couple days and getting off the lift has him questioning going back. I hate that cause this isn't his first time skiing, he has advanced past the the bunny hill, and he is getting really good at going down the regular slopes. All, I think, it would take is a little fill dirt to make that not so steep and I hope they address it in this off season.

Not sure they were really ready to open this week. Hoping it will get better. Pre purchased our passes but still had to wait over 35 minutes in line to get our cards since the outside kiosk was not working yet. Had an employee also try when we first got there and had to stand in line. Guy in front of us was paying with cash but they don’t take cash. I payed for him and he payed me the cash. Got the kids all set up with our own gear and when they got in line, one of the cards didn’t work. Had to go back inside. Went back out and got in line and the lift was malfunctioning. Lift was stopped for about 30 minutes. We got there at 958am and didn’t get first run until about 1115a. Wife and I were going to eat in the restaurant but it was closed. Pizza trailer was also closed . Only option was quick service style food . We went to town to eat. Lots of rock on the ramps from the parking lot to the lodge. Hopefully they will make them stairs in the future to make it easier. I had recent knee surgery and it was a challenge to get up the hills with all the rocks. A lot of the mountain was close but no fault to them. Can beat mother nature but the kids said they had a good time. We will skip it the rest of the season and go else where so they can maybe get some stuff in order as they go along. Would be nice to have a water fountain or two around .

Trying so hard to recover. Many places open and ready to serve and delight! Always great shopping, creative places, and great food. Spend plenty of time exploring!!

It was my first time. Only came for a day but will be coming back for longer next time 💖 Such great people, artist, energy was 10/10. I’m from NY so it was refreshing to experience art in a new way. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Also the food at 12 Bones Smokehouse was very flavorful!

I don't know what to say, Helene has hurt the Arts badly. But what is still there is definitely worth seeing. Oh hey there is this new art that you look at, then hold your camera up and it comes alive! It's wicked!

Very nice park to play and or relax. Lots of places to sit by the river. The have picnic tables and benches up and down the sidewalk and plenty of trees in the park or by the river bank to hang a hammock. It's a cool place to go to enjoy hanging out at a park that has all kinds of things to do or not doing anything at the same time. Tubbing the river, fishing, swimming, walking, running, reading, sunbathing, napping, having a picnic, or like I did showing off my artwork. Not only there are all kinds of people visiting from outta town, there are locals enjoying the same stuff to do too. Pretty cool vibes and very friendly smiles. I would definitely come back and enjoy this beautiful park again.

Loaded with shops art, music, restaurants, excellent beer garden, and a nice little cinema. Good restaurants too. Looks like they are building some nice apartments, this area will flourish even more. Right by the French broad river with a walking path along the river.

As tourists, my family and I have been excited and curious to explore many popular things to do in Ashevile and this place popped up in the search. We were really glad that we came. This place is huge and we had a chance to explore only small part of it. The local artists are so talented. The next time when we spend our vacation in this city again, we'll definitely explore the rest of this amazing place ☺️

Great place to go. Very energetic and expiring. When you walk in various studios, you will see the artist and their friends actually doing their art. You can actually see the love for their art and the love for meeting new people. Many artists studios that I went in the artist was there creating the art right there. They will stop and talk to you. Walk you around the studio. Show you the prices of the art. Let you know what went into it and everything. It is a great experience just seeing people doing what they love to do. Moreover, just take a stroll and take your time. It's also calming for your soul. You will find very various food places in adult beverage spots to go to as well. You even find a record store which is also fun. You can park and you can walk. You'll probably have to do both, but one thing you will do is enjoy.

My visit to the Arboretum was absolutely lovely! 🌻The stroll through the gorgeous gardens was so relaxing and refreshing. I love how they’ve managed to find the perfect balance between manicured and wild. There are plenty of spots to relax and well placed restrooms throughout the path. 🌳 To our surprise and delight my friends and I had a close encounter with a precious deer along one of the trails. 🥹Everyone should come and enjoy this little paradise. 🥰 I will definitely return!

If you love nature, Christmas lights, nice people, and plants, this is a must see!! If you are a solo traveler who loves to be outdoors but is concerned about lost or hurt on a trail, this is the best place ever! Well marked trails, emergency call boxes, beautiful gardens and bonsai, Christmas train display, lunch cafe, dulcimer music. educational placards on the trails…plenty of miles of trails with enough safety items that a solo traveler can comfortably enjoy the day and not worry about anything. As a solo traveler, I want to be hiking on the trails in the state parks but realize I could get injured and it would be awhile til I was found, this place had good trails and people and call boxes so I felt like I could hike all day there!! Can’t wait to go back!

A lovely park and public gardens! Definitely smaller than we expected but still enjoyable. All the water features were off for the season and a few of the outdoor interactive elements were broken which was disappointing. The signs around the park were very informative and interesting! Our favourite part was definitely the bonsai exhibit. So cool!

What a lovely place. Trails throughout the park. We went on the 1st day of the Trolls exhibit, the traffic to get in was way out onto the highway. However, the staff was very organized and it went very smoothly, it took about 15 minutes to get on the property and parked. The Trolls exhibit was outstanding, as is the arboretum property itself. The weather was beautiful, we enjoyed a wonderful day walking the property.

Absolutely loved this place!!!! Visiting from Orlando and was submerged in gods beauty. The bonsai garden was unique and cool to catch. We fortunate enough to experience the gardens in the day and winter lights at night which are mesmerizing. Loved this place

Went here on a whim and it was such a great decision! Absolutely beautiful! Not only did we enjoy strolling the gardens (do NOT miss the bonsai!), we also did a fun, easy hike on the Carolina Mountain Trail. Very convenient to get to right off the Blue Ridge Pkwy. outside downtown Asheville.

The North Carolina Arboretum is an absolute gem tucked into the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The grounds are incredibly well-maintained, with a peaceful blend of gardens, wooded trails, and creative exhibits. Whether you are into plants, art, hiking, or just want a relaxing stroll through nature, this place has something for everyone. We loved the variety of themed gardens, especially the bonsai collection—it was stunning and so carefully curated. The trails are well-marked and perfect for all ages and activity levels, whether you are looking for a light walk or a longer hike. The facilities were clean, the staff was friendly, and everything felt thoughtfully put together. It is a great spot to slow down, breathe in the mountain air, and enjoy the peaceful side of western North Carolina. Highly recommend a visit if you're in the Asheville area!

Beautiful church! The woman inside was very informative and told us some information about the Church

Remember to check the visitor schedule. Since it is open, just for someday if the week and in a specific time. But I truly recommend visiting the Basílica, the place brings calm and gives you peace. It's full of history and art wherever you look. Love my time at the Basílica

A small basilica worth the trip for several reasons. The priest that celebrates mass is very reverent and one can see him shortly before mass, praying on the side altar. Always a sign of devotion, at least I like to see priests praying. Check the schedule directly with the church as the times do not coincide with the ones posted online.

You can definitely feel God y la Virjencita when you walk in. Love it. Priest was great, and the lady's up front made me feel welcomed. Thank you

Beautiful church and the guy at the door was very welcoming. You do need to pay attention to the visiting hours. Self guided tour and the informational sheet was full of helpful history and pointed out awesome details.

Beautiful building, closed on the day we went to visit. Perhaps another time.

Beautiful. Undergoing renovations so check their website for changes to Mass times and tours. Great Jubilee 2025 stop if you are interested.

Beautiful property. Well maintained. Lovely and knowledgeable staff. Loved the audio. Listen at your own pace and the extra tidbits of information we learned on the audio before entering a new room. Very interesting.

I had my bridal luncheon here and it was amazing! Vanessa and Cole were so sweet and kind. I also really appreciated that I forgot to tell my aunt who hosted, that one of the bridesmaids was gluten-free, dairy-free, and pescatarian. When I asked Vanessa, if it was just possible for them to make one salad without the dressing so she could eat, she took initiative and made sure to prepare a whole meal for her to be able to eat lunch with the rest of us. That meant a lot to me to know that someone I love dearly could partake in lunch with us even though it was an error on my end. Overall I absolutely had the best time, the scenery is beautiful but the staff and service is a quality like no other!

Highly recommend! Everything was perfect! Excellent service. Our room was beautiful, spotless and the bed was so comfortable. The view from our room was over the top! We loved morning breakfast. It was outstanding. Drinks and music on the main floor was a delight.

A fabulous stay! I recommend it highly! They have excellent staff, rooms and food! The Biltmore is beautiful!

Loved staying at the Biltmore Inn. We had one of the newly renovated rooms with a fantastic view. The room was very clean and comfortable. We had the package which included the buffet breakfast and private morning tour of the house before they opened. The private tour is a must. We had a group of 5 plus the guide. It was quiet and you could really ask questions and go at a pleasurably pace. We also had a pass for the length of stay and we went back to the house after lunch and it seemed like there were several thousand people in the house. It was noisy and hard to maneuver through the rooms. The grounds of the estate were the most impressive to us. I highly recommend staying at the Inn where It’s easy to experience the entire estate.

Probably the worst experience I ever had . Beth the Director of Reservations and Dina at the front desk were very difficult and condescending.

Most marvelous place to stay. Take an extra day to truly enjoy the experience.

Lovely time to come visit the Folk Art Center. We visited last winter when NC had been severely damaged from the Hurricane Helene and it is wonderful seeing all of the beautiful crafts on display in the center and seeing the artists who made them. So happy to be able to support local artists and to support the reconstruction of the Blueridge parkway. Thank you for all you do!

This might be an interesting stop at the start of Blue Ridge Parkway. The exhibits at this center change, and we found some lovely wool works. They were very cute and made us smile. There's a wonderful gift shop, which already had a lot of interesting and truly beautiful Christmas tree decorations in October. I can only imagine what luxurious Christmas tree decorations will appear here in November and early December! We didn't buy anything because the prices were too high for us. But if the prices had been a little lower, I would have left with three or four purchases for sure!

The Folk Art Center in Asheville is a wonderful place to visit, especially if you’re driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway. We headed north toward the top of the mountain, and the colors were absolutely beautiful. It’s a great time to visit — this weekend was amazing, and the coming weekend should be just as lovely with the fall colors. The place is clean, well-maintained, and offers plenty of free parking. There’s no entry fee, and they even have restrooms available. Inside, you’ll find beautiful handmade crafts and artwork, as well as a few art galleries where you can purchase unique pieces. The lady at the help desk was very kind and helpful — she patiently answered all our questions and explained everything clearly. Overall, it’s a lovely stop with a peaceful atmosphere and plenty of local charm. Definitely worth visiting if you’re exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains.

I always stop here whenever I’m in the area to see what I can find. Wide variety of gifts for yourself or others with a range of prices. If you have young children, you may want to have one parent walk around with them outside since there are lots of breakable things. There is also a small gift shop for the Blue Ridge Parkway that has some cute things for kids! There are also usually crafters demonstrating their techniques. Lots of parking as well

Outstanding collects of local arts and crafts. Here you will find a bit of everything and many offerings are reasonably priced or unique in style. This place is worth a look and your time. Great for gifts or for your personal collection of goods s.

If you're in the area and you need something to do this would be a great place to stop and explore lots of different exhibits on the folk art of the Blue Ridge Parkway lots of things to look and the way it was set up was planned out well they have a visitor center gift shop and a Folk Art Center gift shop you'll definitely find something interesting here

The Folk Art Center is one of the stops on the Blue Ridge Parkway. A lot of the Parkway is still closed and this is the last stop at the moment as there are barriers preventing you from going north. The Folk Art Center is free to visit. Sometimes when I visit, you can see people working on their crafts. They were during my most recent visit. The building is accessible for everyone. The first floor has restrooms, the Southern Highlands Craft Guild shop and a Blue Ridge Parkway shop and an information desk. The second floor showcases the art. I love seeing all the different types of art from the quilts to woodworking to basket weaving. I enjoyed the stained glass and a canvas that was woven. It was quite unique. I enjoy the rotating exhibits as it is different each visit. Outside there are some trails if you want to explore nature.

We visited Mt.Mitchell in October during peak leaf season. Unfortunately, the higher elevation of Mt.Mitchell was past it's peak. But it was still totally worth the drive and the walk. We were up above the clouds on a beautiful fall morning. We got wonderful pictures and a nice little workout. We would definitely do it again. The drive getting there is spectacular.

What a beautiful view — 6,523 ft up! The drive to Mount Mitchell State Park is absolutely scenic with plenty of viewpoints along the way. The mountain roads are a bit narrow, so it’s not ideal for new drivers, but the journey is totally worth it. We visited during the fall season, and the view from the top was breathtaking — it’s one of those places where you just want to sit quietly and take in the beauty around you. 🍂🏞️

We were lucky that part of the parkway and road up to Mt Mitchell recently opened. Terrific twisty turny ride up the mountain was fun. The ranger we met was a friendly young lady full of information and knowledge of the area. The coffee shop even opened up for the first time in a a while. Fyi, if you're over 70 you do need to walk UPHILL to the summit. Its doable, just take it easy. Great park. You need to see it.

It's worth checking out, especially in October. You'll need to use this address in Google Maps: 867VQP8M+HW, otherwise, it'll just drop you on the road instead of the visitor center or a hike. The museum could use some updates, but this spot itself is really cool and has a lot of potential for improvement. It's a breezy and relaxing place to hang out with the family.

Wonderful day driving up to Mount Mitchell, nature at its best. The leaves were spectacular! The scenery surrounding the blue ridge parkway will take your breath.

Love it up here was glad to bring my friend Rama here when she and her husband came up from Florida they are from Syria originally we had a wonderful day. I also grew up around here spend many days galaxing growing up to make money for school clothes so mt Mitchell is home this is my home town my heritage all I know I wouldn’t be able to venture far from these mtns I love them so much they are the most beautiful in the world in my book a lot of history around this area you just got to talk to the locals who live on or around the mtn we can take you to places that’s not pointed out on the map you will never want to leave .

Beautiful drive up, great area. Easy hike. Lots of rest spots if needed. Clean bathrooms. BEAUTIFUL VIEWS

We traveled through the state park on the weekend of October 18th. The drive through was amazing, so much beauty in there. Where are the roads are posted 15 miles per hour, do that. LOL You don't want to miss a scenic view, but you also do not want to drive off the road and down hundreds of feet into the trees below. It's just a short walk to view the 19th century dam, which is located just inside the park. Watch your step, however. On the day we went, there was not much water coming over the top, being early in the fall and not having much rain in the area. It did not detract from the beauty and the incredible workmanship that produced the dam. This would be a beautiful place to just come to relax and take in the sounds of the water and the animals nearby.

Admission is $6 per person, there was an employee working at the entrance so it is possible to pay via card. The employee working inside the office in the park was helpful and friendly when choosing a trail. The lake was beautiful and calm. There is a short trail that circles the lake and has stunning views of the lake and dam. It is child and dog friendly. There were many other trails in the park but limited parking. Arrive early if you want to find parking.

Great park loaded w terrific, moderately challenging trails. Not a ton of vantage points but the trails are really well maintained and pretty easy to navigate. We use the trails for training for tougher hikes and climbs.

Peaceful park to relax at. My huge family loves to come and picnic here. They have a little Lake and so many hiking trails! A nice easy one goes all around the lake and passes by a dam waterfall. I would check water quality before swimming because sometimes the bacteria levels are high. $5 for a 30 minute paddle boat ride! Green & beautiful.

Excellent hiking trails all levels. Area to swim kayak paddle boat and even fishing. Staff we're kind and offered a wealth of information about the park.

Beautiful state park, exceptionally clean and well maintained. We walked turtle trail and it was such a cute, magical, little trail. Will always remember it! *my only issue was that the stamp for the ultimate outsiders booklet was dry :( so we didn’t get to get our stamp since the front office was also closed.

What a great spot in Greenville! Lots of trails for all abilities, a lake with a beach where you can swim and kayak, and a playground. I love bringing my kids here. Would recommend getting the SC states parks pass for $90 if you plan to come here frequently (can buy the pass at the visitors center).

Our 3 grandchildren loved the show!! The pre show was nice getting to see the trucks. The kids loved it. I wouldn’t go early though unless you don’t mind standing around until the seating opens. I looked at the trucks and was ready to go to my seat in a minute. The kids stood in line to meet the drivers and get a closer look. It was very nice. I enjoyed the show but left at halftime. I was just ready to go. I’m a homebody. lol. The kids stayed to see the motorcycles. They loved it!! The food was stupid expensive but very good!! They do sell earplugs and headphones for the noise. They sell memorabilia. We enjoyed it overall.

Great Value Hockey Night We went to see the Rabbits play hockey. While I have no idea what the team is all about, the game itself was genuinely fun. They put a lot of effort into making it a great, family-friendly experience. There were lots of kids and families, and thankfully, no drunken crowds to deal with. We had a great time, and the tickets were just a fraction of the price of the NHL. It was a fantastic value night out.

Fantastic venue! Took the old man to see WWE Monday Night Raw and it was a blast. Staff at the arena ran the event very well. Despite the massive crowd we had no issues with finding what we needed, where we needed to go or using the restrooms. I’d highly recommend attending an event at this arena.

Bon Secours Arena is absolutely top-notch! From the moment you walk in, the staff is friendly, helpful, and well-organized. The venue is clean, modern, and easy to navigate, with great seating options and clear sightlines no matter where you are. The sound and lighting systems are excellent, making it a thrilling experience. Parking is convenient, and the location in downtown Greenville adds to the overall experience. Whether you’re here for a concert, religious JW convention, sports event, or family show, Bon Secours Arena delivers comfort, excitement, and quality every time. We always have a great time here—it’s truly one of the best arenas in the Southeast. Highly recommended!

I’ve always had nothing but the best experiences here but this time was unfortunately bad enough it soured the concert experience for me and a lot of other people sitting near us. We were sat in section 119 row B and I thought we had paid for the best seats but there was a huge platform in front of us blocking the view. To make things worse, during Bush’s entire set three girls were standing on this podium completely blocking the view. Even if we could see, we were more focused on trying to find a supervisor who could actually make them move rather than enjoying the show. When Bush ended they left but Shinedown came on stage and even more people got on the podium. They left after the first 2 Shinedown songs but some of them came back later and it looks like they only left when they did because a show member performed on the podium and needed the space cleared temporarily. Everyone behind and in front of us was pissed. Thankfully there were a few open seats on the sides but even still, there was a huge cord dangling from the ceiling blocking our view in those seats. The staff were very receptive, considerate and trying their best to accommodate us and fix the issue but it shouldn’t have been an issue in the first place. I don’t usually spend a lot of money on tickets for events but Shinedown is my favorite band and I wanted to have the best view without being in the pit since I was with my Mother. Overall I am extremely disappointed with the experience and felt like most of the show was disrupted by this issue which was never resolved.

Concert was great. Sound for opening act was terrible and clearly engineered for the main act. This seat was awful. This should have absolutely been marked as an obstructed view seat on Ticketmaster. And having visited both Wrigley Field and Lambeau Field recently, I found the drink prices at the “Well” to be ridiculous. I paid more in Greenville for both beer and cocktails than at two major professional sports’ stadiums. And they both let me be enough of an adult to keep the cap for the bottle of water. C-

Went there with my son for a WWE Friday Night Smackdown. It was great! Easy to get in to park and easy getting into the event. Great facility!

Smaller zoo which makes it great for toddlers! We were able to walk through in less than 2 hours. We purchased our tickets ahead of time, walked right in, and had no problems! They allow you to bring in outside food and drink as well which is always helpful with kids. The biggest attraction is the giraffes. We were able to feed them right at 10am when the exhibit opened. Would definitely recommend if you have kids in the area!

It's a small downtown zoo, so you have to have perspective. You can walk the entire thing while taking your time at each enclosure in 90 minutes. So if you are expecting the NC zoo size, then it's quite different. The variety of animals is quite good and on a calm and pleasant day you got to see everyone active. Distance to every animal is fairly close so getting pictures or seeing their movement is really easy. The entire park was clean, well laid out, and simple to navigate. Pricing was typical for concessions and souvenirs, and gate price was lower than your really big zoos which was nice to see. I was very impressed with what you were able to experience while being wedged into a near downtown area. I will come back.

Greenville zoo is a fun place for a family outing! If you can, I suggest you buy tickets online as it saves you $2 per ticket and all you have to do when you come to the gate is give the confirmation number and you are all set! I went on a Thursday and it wasn't that busy at all! I went with a friend and our young kids and they loved it! Especially the Orangutans and the Monkeys. We only had 2.5 hours to spend there including having our packed lunch which took a half hour of that time. We would have easily spent 3 hours in the zoo part and probably another hour at the park outside the zoo.

This is a small zoo. It's beautifully maintained. The animal habitats are well-designed and constructed. The exotic animals, birds, reptiles, and tortoises we saw looked in peak condition. The Barnyard exhibit is empty. It is going to be rebuilt. There was no litter or graffiti. It was our first visit. We definitely plan to visit again.

Such a fun time! Was busy but not over crowded. Went at 11 AM and left around 1 PM. Got to visit multiple areas more than once. It took us about 45 minutes to get through the whole zoo. Short sweet and cute for a quick spur of the moment, need something to do on a Saturday.

Fun day at the zoo with the kids and grands. Small zoo and some exhibits were closed. But still a cute zoo to visit. Very hot the day we went. They had misting stations around zoo, which helped cool things off.

Great spot for a family outing! We went on a Sunday afternoon and it wasn’t too busy, which made it easy to enjoy. It’s the perfect size for a 2-hour visit—you can see everything without feeling rushed. Our 3-year-old especially loved feeding Miles the giraffe, which was definitely a highlight. A fun, laid-back experience for families with young kids.

A pleasant little park. The Covered Bridge is beautiful but as you can tell it is the main and only attraction to the park currently. If you're in the area it's worth stopping by, but not something I would make a special trip to visit.

Nice little price of history and park. Great place to take a walk and also enjoy a picnic. Holiday pictures would turn out amazing here.

Campbell’s Covered Bridge in Landrum, SC built in 1909, 35’x 12’ featuring diagonal timbers and vertical iron rods. There are a few trails and a picnic area. It was a beautiful day and saw lots of colors.

Very cool old bridge in a nice park. Great place for lunch or to picnic. You can walk down to the waters edge to dip your feet on a warm day.

Really cool to see the last covered bridge in South Carolina and read the history behind it. There’s also a great little half mile loop trail. I was amazed at the actual architecture of this bridge. Definitely worth seeing.

Stopped right as it was closing. Was able to grab some photos. The bridge looks like it might not have much more life in it. Looks very crooked. Very picturesque.

Easy access, handicap parking, trails, well maintained, dog friendly, very pretty park

I had a blast going here. I did think it was going to be a bit more but I still enjoyed. I am excited to go back during Christmas to see what they have going on. As a mother I would not travel a long ways to go here. I also wouldn't drive the nicest car I have. Lol. I may have a little horn bump but what did i expect? Great laughs and beautiful animals.

We went for the Magic of Lights, it was so packed and I'm guessing if you have young kids it'd be great, but it was just OK, the best part was the drive thru deer experience, but that cost an extra ten bucks and no where does it say that when you choose which way to go, it'd be nice if the sign said "for an additional ten dollars, drive through out deer experience", because although that was the best part, it wasn't anything special. Great for little ones, teens and adults not so much, but I will be back for the zoo itself.

Their light display was one worth of the patience to experience... well maintained, though a little muddle, so don't wear good footwear. The deer forest was worth the admission and feed. Cows and deer came right to the vehicle and there was sure enough deer to keep you on your toes driving.. bring Hand wipes and sanitizer. Cows and bulls will sure make you wish you had some ... but hands down, best experience I've had the privilege to make memories from... Thank you hollywild.

We were very disappointed with our visit today. The main entrance listed on the website was closed, and there was a sign saying that all information is on the website. The website clearly stated that it is open on Sundays from 1–5 pm. We arrived at 1:30 pm, but everything was closed. Later, we saw another sign on the road pointing to a drive-thru, but that area was closed too. We even drove around the entire place, and every gate was locked. We also saw another car driving around, clearly trying to find an entrance as well. Our child was very upset, and the whole day was ruined. Very frustrating experience.

Took my mom and daughter. We had a very nice night. The wait at the beginning was about 10-15 min, after that, no wait at all until we got in line for the deer forest. It is very very muddy, but no a problem for my vehicle.

3HOUR WAIT TO GET IN. Seriously we got in line which is over a mile long at 5:45pm... they close at 9pm. We didn't get to the lights till 8:50pm a WASTE OF MONEY! We drove over an hour to get here and I bought tickets ahead of time in so we had to wait 3hrs for less the nothing. 3 hours 3 HOURS for the line to split into 6 lines.... 2 of which DON'T MOVE. Only to go back to 1 single line. Seriously the 2 far left lines don't get in them youll be stuck watching everyone else get in. The women working the shack are too busy chatting and having "technical issues" to get people through. Watched 12 cars in the line to our right get through as we just parked. I finally had to walk up to the shack and ask whats up and magically the line is moving.... then the person "directing Traffic" let's just the cars to the far right go and forgets there are other lines. I paid $90 to sit in a parking lot..... we also didn't get a chance at santas villages, too long to get in. My kid was heart broken at not getting to see santa or the grinch. Also if you buy online TELL THEM they aren't paying attention so deer forrest, small toys you buy if you don't tell them you don't get it. Just this was a horrible experience. 1 of the geese in the park also has a messed up beak and I felt so sorry for it. We got in 9minutes before they closed. Just not worth it. Paying $90 to get to see some ok lights and animals that are now overfed so the deer forrest wasn't worth the extra $10. None of the animals were hungry anymore. So not worth it. So terrible, I've been coming to hollywild since I was a kid....and honestly this is the WORST I have ever seen it. You'll be paying for a parking lot experience. This just was horrible. I wasted money and more importantly so much TIME.

We go every year. It’s a Christmas tradition. It always worth it. I highly recommend the deer farm! Go early because if you don’t, the animals get full and they won’t eat as much. Always a wonderful experience.

We got married at here in April and it was absolutely perfect. We did more of an elopement feel with a small ceremony and dinner. Tess was AMAZING to work with!!!!!!! She helped me with every detail from the schedule to the seating for the ceremony and seating for the dinner and catering set up and so much more. Every detail was perfect!! She made the process so simple. Tess helped set up everything, asked all the right questions, and truly made the day amazing. Other staff were so kind. Bebe fixed my hair right before I walked down the aisle!!!! I can’t say enough good things about our experience here. We also got engaged here the year prior and they custom made a label for my fiancé to propose!! We will be returning customers forever!!!

For our first winery experience me and my significant other really enjoyed it. We were greeted with a friendly staff. The wine tasting experience is a must with the amazing charcuterie board. My girlfriend really enjoyed herself and this actually made her birthday special with it both being our first winery experience.

Our group reserved a private event space here for our 30 year high school reunion. I worked with Tess to plan things prior to our arrival. She was amazing and so helpful during the planning process. When I arrived I was greeted by one of the owners who was so welcoming and she introduced me to Brittany and Caleb who were assigned to our party. The set up was beautiful. We had light and heavy hors d’oeuvres and with our event we were able to choose the 3 heavy options and we selected Chicken meatballs, Whipped Ricotta with Walnut Crostini, and baked brie. Everything was delicious! I asked Brittany to play 90’s R&B and it was the perfect backdrop to our class of 95 reunion. Caleb managed our tasting and he did an amazing job.!! We told him we liked more sweet wines and he changed some of our options that were on the tasting sheet. My favorite were raspberry, green apple and the Carolina peach muscadine. I highly recommend coming here for a group event. The vineyard was beautiful and shaded for a 5pm reservation in mid June.

We stopped here on our way from Savannah to Greenville. What a lovely place. We purchased 2 flights and a couple of bottles of wine. The property is absolutely stunning. Crystal was very helpful and sweet. We’ll definitely be stopping by again any time we are in the area.

First time here and first time doing wine tasting for the both of us. Our host, David, was absolutely amazing! Very friendly, very knowledgeable, and provided excellent service. Would love to come back!

We came to City Scape for bingo and have visited the winery several times before, usually with a great experience. The woman at the front counter was incredibly warm and welcoming, which started the night on a positive note. Once we sat at the bar, though, the service felt off compared to what we’re used to. Our bartender was friendly, but she would start talking to us and then quickly switch her attention to other guests mid-conversation. It happened several times and made us feel overlooked. There was also another young blonde employee who came across pretty short and made a “we’ll get to you when we get to you” type of comment that didn’t feel very welcoming. Overall, the vibe just wasn’t as warm or attentive as our previous visits. We still enjoy City Scape and will be back, but this particular visit didn’t meet the usual standard.

This place is amazing! Everything is Instagram worthy! The bar is so nice, great atmosphere with a scenery outside that is just lovely. My husband and I were here for the "sip and bites" event and there are no words to describe the experience. The decoration was dreamy. The sitting family stile was fun an interesting. The food was absolutely delicious and the pairing was perfect. They have the best wine on the region. the nicest staff ever, very single person we interacted with, beginning with the hostess, everyone at "sip and bites", the guys at the food truck... every single person here are the best of the best of the service industry. Please don't miss this experience and if you have a chance try their pinot grigio and the watermelon moscato.

We like to visit wineries wherever we go. We found the winery to be unique and fun. We like dry wines and the Chardonnay was excellent! Would recommend to anyone.

While visiting wineries in the area 09/06/25, we found the gates closed and sign (visible in Street View) missing from post. Sorry we could not add this to our otherwise excellent outing. (Had to click a star to post this, but have no experience to guide me.)

First of two wineries we visited recently while in this area near the NC/SC line. Friendly staff, we were served by the assistant winemaker - he was able to tell us about the history of the vineyard (established back in the late 90's) as well as the more recent russian owner and influence. The Russian Chapel in the center of the vineyard was beautiful, shipped over from Russia and reassembled in the vineyard. Wish was could have hiked out to it but we had limited time. I was impressed with each of their wines, white, red and only muscadine. Feeling was remote, mountain vineyard, relaxing (outside deck), shady overlook of the vineyard and chapel.

Very unique wines! We were blessed to visit at a time we were able to do a tasting with Andre, the owner. It was fascinating to hear him talk about his wines and his Russian heritage. We enjoyed our time at this winery very much. We look forward to visiting again in the future!

Can't tell you anything about the wine here. We were visiting from Wisconsin and drove 20 minutes from Lake Lure. Sign in the window says they are open, but both doors are locked and they are not open. Checked online and it also says they are open. We waited outiside over 20 minutes before leaving.

Enjoyed spending some time trying Honey wine which was delish and learning about the history of this very interesting winery.

We had a lovely, personal tasting from the owner. Many wines on the flight were very good. We took the Mosaic blend home - highly recommend it for red wine lovers (Cab Sauvignon + Cab Franc + Chambourcin blend). The original Russian chapel is a cool touch. You can actually go inside. A nice stop on a Lake Lure drive.

Got their Philly cheese steak with fries. Meat, veggies, and bread were on point. The cheese tasted weird..I would probably get it again but without cheese or maybe sub the cheese for a different kind. It tasted like beer cheese? Or cheese you dip pretzels in. Fries were super good and the staff were incredibly friendly!

Really enjoy this brewery. The wheat/peach based Son of a Peach is amazing. It used to be available around Norris Lake in Tennessee but it is no longer distributed to this part of the country so I made a run from Cincinnati exclusively for picking up several cases. Well worthy the effort Also enjoyed the fish and chips which were perfect and brought out extremely fast. Great staff, great facility. Highly recommended.

Love this home made brewery. The live music is fun and they allow friendly puppies.

I have been twice recently and have not been disappointed by the food or beers! I’ve had the fried Phunky Chicken Sandwich and the Buff Puppies. The chicken was much larger than the bun which provided a few challenges but I would go back any time just for the Buff Puppies. The smash burgers are pretty tasty as well! It can be a little loud at times, but doesn’t make it impossible to talk and have a great time. I will definitely be going back.

this bar is THE hidden gem of spartanburg! their cocktails are out of this world! if you’re in town for a concert or a spartanburger game, this is THE PLACE to pregame. ask the bar staff what their recommendations for cocktails or beer are! they’re super helpful and can help you kick off your night the right way! also try the wings! best in spartanburg! smoked and house made sauces!!!

Was in town passing through for business. Great atmosphere usually live bands the nights I would patron. Barkeep we’re usually very friendly and the pace is broken up into two sections. 1 for the main taproom and the other will a full bar. All in all the experience was great and enjoyed the brews! Cheers!!

We did not come at a very good time to catch this place at its best, so I don't think we got to see how much fun this place could be. We'll definitely be back to check out RJs a few more times, and I hope to be able to bang out a solid 5 stars for them. I understand you can bring your dog to a certain area of the bar, so that's a pretty cool feature that I'd like to try out.

7/23/25 Nice comfy family trails from beginners/intermediate. Lots of short backs. A few trails are dangerous, be cautious. Some trails with heavy drops with large rocks. Donations are recommended and possibly enforced. Group ride on Tuesday Evening weather?

Great State Park. I only camped, but very interested in the horse trails. Cool history to the place that I just didn't know about this region. The RV spots were decently spaced. The park it's self is pretty and well wooded.

Great camping experience. At first glance, the sites seemed close together, but once set up, there was decent privacy. Great place to bike, hike, watch horses and relax. There is a playground near the horses.

We camped in a 44’ class a with tow. We had been doing one nighters for a few days prior. It felt good to have some room again. Easy in, park across from the office and you’re good to go. We stayed in site #1 and it was reasonably level. Not crowded, lots of hiking or bike riding. The maintenance was superb with staff cleaning the sites and roads of leaves. One fault, a few low branches weren’t good for a bigger coach. We went out the way we came in to avoid them. It was a one way but we could easily see if anyone was coming. After all, it was site one.😉

This park is one I wasnt a fan of at arrival. The sites for larger campers were difficult to get into, not level and we got a lot of judging stares from neighbors. However it grew on me just a little bit as we stayed, only because of the views. The park is beautiful. Absolutely breathtaking at times. We are big fishers and regardless of fishing all day everyday we didn't catch more than 3 fish. There was weak to no wifi which I enjoy when its time to unplug but also creates issues if you need to work.

Nice setting. Slopes on about half the lots are extreme for Class A RVs but we managed.

Mountain biked a portion of the Southside Loop and Palmetto Trail. Moderately technical in spots with some flowy portions. Will definitely be back.

The Gaffney Outlet Marketplace is a large outlet center. Overall it’s fine but looks a little old and not perfectly maintained. They do have many of the large brand name stores that other outlet centers have, but many of the stores are closed. The stores that are there are great but the place is not very busy. We had a good time shopping there.

Some store are closed but we found what we were looking for. Some brand names had really good prices and we bought some things . It is a little dated since we have been here first few time about 15 years ago. Food court only had one option that we didn’t use.

This outlet could be great if the owner took pride in the location and renovated the building. With a few improvements, it could easily attract new businesses, but in its current state it’s not worth stopping for.

Bath & Body is the only great place to shop. More outlets here would be beneficial to the public. UGG, Kate Spade, Children’s Place, Corning, & Perfumania would do well.

A little busy but all shops are limiting entrance. Plenty of stores to choose from and a nice escape from corona lockdowns. All shops require masks and the sales and discounts flow like water. Downside is the wait at some stores. Not all have lines though.

This yellow building was once a Great Mall to go to. Most of the spaces are closed. The only restaurant left in the food court is a Chinese place. The mall looks abandoned with the exception of a few stores that are left.

This Outlet Village has definitely seen better days. Lots of the buildings are run down, there is litter laying around, half of the stores are either closed or almost empty, the restrooms are disgustingly dirty. Made a good bargain at Ralph Lauren but would definitely not recommend coming here.

We just had to stop in an see this landmark after hearing about it on TV and such. It was a bit out of the way, winding around to get to it and GPS wasn't the best. You have to let yourself through the gate to get into the park area. It was worth the stop to see it for real, and read the history presented at the park. It has been the point of jokes, and you can clearly see why in person. A great artistic idea that turned out a bit different than planned I guess.

Awesome landmark! So cool to see it every time I head north or south on I-85. For closer looks there is parking.

How super cute is this! We randomly saw it on the map as we were driving through, so decided to stop for our picnic lunch. Fully fenced in, well-maintained grounds, peach trees, and 2 picnic tables. We even had it all to ourselves. I love finding spots like this. Tiny parking area.

Online says open 24 hours BUT on the fence says it closes at 5pm. So we had to take pictures from outside the fence. Still very neat to see.

Just driving down the interstate...when all of a sudden...a giant peach appeared out of nowhere! it was not on my itinerary but I had to stop and visit...(I mean how could I not?). There did not seem to be any signs directing visitors towards it...I thought I could figure it out...but it turned out to be a job for google maps. There is very limited parking. It would be hard fit for a larger car or truck. But it was whimsical, artistic and awesome. It is surrounded by a small park with picnic tables. Definitely worth a stop especially if you have kids. A great photo op for them to show their kids when they get older. 5 stars foy the Peachoid! (No admission or tickets required).

Gates were closed when we went. The resturant (Fatz) is closed and very much run down, so theres nothing else to do but look at the peach. Still a cool roadside oddity.

Although the former restaurant that was there is a safety hazard and an eye sore. It was a great spot to get a different view of the famous Gaffney Peach. The wiffey and I had a cooler full of food and drinks stopped by and had lunch. Then our back roads home was fantastic. GREAT way to spend time and see the sights with the ones you care about.

Beautiful building outside. Did get to see the lobby only. Did try seeing the stage and seating area but the young lady that we asked said that the troupe that came in did not want us to come in since they had just arrived and were about to set up and didn’t want to be disturbed. We drove a long distance to see this historic place and considered a show after we saw the lineup. But…! The young lady was nice to us and tried for us, and we thank you. We signed the register and decided to move onto our next city (Greenville). We’ll come back another time maybe.

Adorable place, small and quaint. I sat in orchestra on the side which was a good thing, cause if I sat on the floor being short at only 4'11" with big ladies standing up and dancing, i wouldn't see a thing!! Also they say no pictures or videos. They dont endorse that at all. Otherwise, it would have gotten a 5 star.

What a Great place to catch an intimate show/concert. I was told its been redone and its very nice. Not a bad seat in the house. Do note that the balcony seats on right side upper are single file. Meaning if you buy 2 together you will face the stage and also stare at the back of your partners head! (Single file seats facing fwd) They offer booze (beer&wine!) Bathrooms are clean nice and updated. Staff was excellent. Saw a Ben Folds show(Indie piano guy) and the mix was done great. Slight hum on right side speakers but that was easily ignored.

Great venue for concerts. Very interesting decor as a smallish version of the 'Grand Old Opry House' with plenty of comfy seating. A major plus is their excellent sound system. Staff is friendly and helpful. We'll visit again soon!

Newberry Opera House provides comfortable, small venue for classic groups and shows you won't find elsewhere. Feel up close and great seats throughout. Earth Wind and Fire Tribute band even came into spacious lobby post-show for greetings! Great time, always, at the lovely Opera House!

I had a wonderful time at the Newberry Opera House! The place was packed, and every seat was a great view. I got to see Black Violin in concert, and I would definitely return to this venue. The opera house is beautiful and easy to find.

Awesome venue. Small intimate but able to feel like it is the center of the universe no matter what show you see.

Its 2025 and as usual im using Better Boating for my summer fun on the lake. I went out last weekend 8/16 and we had the hottest boat on the lake. Full sized Bennington Tri-Toon with a Yamaha 200. iT moved efforlessly through the water. We did have a slower then usual checkin. I was told there was only one tablet that day. that aside the dock crew was freindly and helpful. I keep thinking I want to buy a boat but with this level of service. My rent for a couple more years..

Booked a Pontoon Boat online for around $500 for a Half the Day on 07/16/2022. Check in time was at 11:30am to 5pm.The boat was beautiful and amazingly all to us (party of 5) We had such a wonderful time plenty of beautiful and interesting thing to see and the best part of it is when we needed to cool off. We just drop anchor and jumped in lake to cool off (we did that four different time) and also enjoyed lunch at one of the few dock-restaurant on Lake Murray (shot out to Cat-Fish Joe’s) the teriyaki wings were delicious and to top it off a live band was playing sweet music outside-- we will definitely visit again Con: Customer service needs improvement. I had to ask different personnel for direction during check-in time and Return time. Same thing just needed better help of direction instead of assuming that all customer should know what to where to and how to. Pro:Everything else went well. The safety instructor and the guide coach “who was with us” stay until we were comfortable to take over the wheel. The pontoon boat was beautiful, comfortable and well maintain. I forgot my bag in one of the seats (all seats are storage space) and didn’t realize it until we got home. I call to report it and shortly after they call to report that they found the bag. At that time they were closed but stayed open for me to pick up my belongings. we will definitely visit again

I have booked a few times with Better Boating and have previously really enjoyed the experience. I understand that companies have to have policies, but I was extremely disappointed in how our process was handled. I made a reservation for a group of friends and paid the deposit (weeks in advance of our travel date)--to only come to find out that our reservation was later canceled. Again, I understand policies and I am not removing myself from any blame--but I think that this policy is a bit nonsensical. I have been extremely busy and apparently missed their call and email to complete their orientation and failed to respond within the allotted timeframe--resulting in them completely canceling our reservation. I was thoroughly disappointed not only in this cancelation but in the way that the discussion with supervision was handled--very dismissive and generally unapologetic--"we can't just hold boats". I think it is misleading to take a deposit from someone if at the end of the day, that deposit means nothing in terms of holding the reservation. It would make more sense in my opinion to charge the full fee on the day of the reservation if someone decides to no-show instead of canceling a reservation of a loyal customer just because they failed to respond within a couple of days of receiving an email.

Our family took Bravo out for the day to explore the lake and just joy ride. The boat was in great shape and handled very well. It was clean and ready at the dock when we arrived. Check in was seamless as was gassing up and return. The best part was being able to bring our dog with us! Thank you for being dog friendly!

Pretty awful and careless experience tbh. My boyfriend reserved a boat for my birthday (7/18) 3 weeks in advance and AFTER taking his money and AFTER signing the contract we came in DAY OF just for them to tell us he is “too young” (a week and a half until his 25th birthday) for the rental and the deposit couldn’t be transferred to our of age friend that we had onsite and ruined the rest of our day. They refused to work with us even though it was completely their fault. They then told us “nobody on lake Murray would rent to someone under 25” which just isn’t true there was places across the lake that had no problem renting to us literally that day. Thank God they gave us a refund but that was the only good thing they did. Would not recommend at all.

Better boats has been a breeze, we ended up having more people than originally scheduled and they quickly located a larger boat to accommodate everyone. The boat was extra clean and the staff is incredibly friendly!

My mom and I rented paddle boards from Better Boating yesterday and I must say we had an incredible experience! A lady called the day before our reservation to confirm our information. She was incredibly kind and answered the questions I had. When we got to the dock, the employee was nice and helpful with helping us sign paperwork and getting the boards into the water. We only reserved two hours, which was the perfect amount of time to relax on the water and watch the turtles. I would rent from Better Boating again in a heartbeat!

We bought tickets online ahead of time and they were slightly cheaper and you paid for parking right then too. The park was great, we went for my son's first birthday and just walked around and enjoyed everything!! I used to go there as a kid so I wanted to take him there as well. We drove from Savannah, GA! Would definitely recommend for a family trip. Great place, looks clean, nice staff, easy pathways, animals look well taken care of. Fun all around!!

We were visiting from out of town and looking for something to do and what a pleasant surprise we loved the zoo and gardens! There's lots of animals to see, some we hadn't seen in any zoos back home. Then you can take their new sky tram (included in ticket) to visit the garden side. I'm not a huge fan of plants so I didn't have high expectations, but that side was excellent as well! Right now they have Lego sculptures on display which is fun. Lots of paths to explore and a huge kid area with water features (seasonal) and other fun things. If I were local I would definitely buy a membership.

I can’t believe this place is only an hour and a half from my house—how have I never been here before? I was absolutely blown away from top to bottom. The entire zoo is incredibly elaborate, and you get to see every type of animal, bird, reptile, and fish you can imagine. It was truly unbelievable. I saw stuff i never saw before and I am a zoo addict. The closeness to animals was amazing. Every animal looked happy and well cared for, and the enclosures were spotless. The price was very reasonable, and the staff was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do. I’m still shocked by how many different animals you can see here. Five stars doesn’t even come close to doing it justice. If you’ve never been, you need to go. I visited at a time when there was almost no one there, but I’ve heard it can get busy, and annoying —so definitely try to pick your timing. Either way, it’s worth every minute and penny. Im coming back this week with my little brother sponsor.

Always love a trip to the Zoo with the family. This time we headed to the botanical gardens. Did not disappoint. Amazing staff, lots to see and the air ride over the lake was great amd saved us a walk between the Zoo and botanical gardens. Will definitely return in the spring.

Went on a fairly busy day, but were able to move through everything in about 3.5 hrs with two young kids. Loved this zoo. Its not too big and provides a lot of shade on the paths and theres a good mix of indoor/outdoor exhibits, so going in summer won't be horrible. Theres a lot of events for kids like animal feeding, obstacle courses, carousel, and lots of food/bathroom stations scattered around. For 2 adults and 2 kids, it was over $100 to get in, but that didnt include the extra costs for animal feeding and extra events.

We’ve been here twice already, and we really love this place! Everything is compact, so you don’t have to walk too much. There are so many animals, all of them are adorable. Sometimes you can even see the feeding time, usually around noon. The area is clean and well-kept. I love animals, so I try to come here as often as I can.

The animals at Riverbanks Zoo are well cared for and very well fed. The zoo is small enough to walk in an afternoon but has so many animals and things to see that you could easily spend the entire day! Definitely get the upgraded family membership. Feeding the animals over and over was a must when we went.

There are 4 floors with so much to look at. We started on the 4th floor and worked our way down. 3 hours and I don't think we were able to see everything. I have a mobility cart and it was so easy to move around and see the displays. Reasonably priced admission and well worth it.

Had a great time here! Went on the first Sunday so admission was just 1 dollar. Even though there was a good sized crowd, it wasn’t so large that I wasn’t able to see everything I wanted to. Great place for a family outing or just something to do to pass the time. Would definitely go back again for some of the other paid exhibits.

Disney’s Heroes and Villains costume exhibit was well worth a visit. It featured a captivating collection of iconic outfits worn by renowned actors and actresses in beloved films. Seeing the costumes up close was magical. The museum's broader exhibit was extensive, covering a wide range of subjects and historical periods. The displays were engaging, with some interactive elements that added to the experience.

Had a good time here at The South Carolina State Museum! Went on the first Sunday so admission was only a 1 dollar. Lots of exhibits to wander through and a nice gift shop!

Overall an enjoyable experience, but extreme cold from too much air conditioning and poor working order for many exhibits affects recommendation for visiting the museum. I estimate that 25% of the exhibits are at some state of disrepair. In addition, the planetarium show I went to, while very informative, was more of an academic lecture than an entertaining show. Regarding the 4D Coastal Predators show, the production value was descent, but it was only 10 minutes long. Lastly, the attached photo provides a perfect example of improvement opportunities throughout the museum.

My adult daughter and I had the best time at the museum and loved the heroes and villains expo! We're planning another trip back before it ends!

I had assumed there would be the expected exhibits: We farmed rice and indigo... We defeated the British when they tried to take over Charleston the first time... oops on the second time ...Slavery was a stain on our history... General Sherman tore us up... And, oh, here comes a railroad. What I was *not* expecting was the collection of early telescopes covering several hundred years and the observatory on the fourth floor. Seriously, it's a museum and you need to go to it.

This statehouse was beautiful from the outside. However I was disappointed that it wasn't open for self guided tours on the Sunday that I was passing through. Regardless, toured the grounds and checked out all of the statues there. Enjoyed the design of the dome. It was very different than most. I'll put this on my list of visited capitals but unseen from the inside.

One of the coolest state houses I've visited! Unfortunately I only saw it from the outside but even then the whole area is clean, beautiful and well maintained! The state house itself has very beautiful architecture. If you are in Columbia definitely stop by and walk the grounds of the South Carolina State House!

Definitely recommend a stop here. There is also a parking garage near by and a short walk to the main street area as well. We spent a solid hour just outside walking around the grounds. Very beautiful building and interesting history here. Lots of it. The stairs and view outside is worth going to view alone. When facing the building from main street the original building was a little to the right until it was burnt down in a war. The city was great to view and enjoy for the bringing in of the new year. The fireworks were great and wonderful to watch from the middle of main street and the oldest streets in the city.

My son Cian went here before. He sent me beautiful photos of the ceiling. The whole building is extraordinary. I visited to really get a feel for it. The security guards were melting. Their faces were rimmed with welts and rashes. A fire coiled in the corner, slowly engulfing the walls. Their faces metal detectors went haywire as they combusted into flame. Despite this, nothing was burnt when I stomped the fire out. At least my feet hurt now. It gave me something to feel. The building must be incredibly indestructible!

The South Carolina State House is very impressive from the outside. You can walk around this impressive building, and it looks different from every angle.

Beautiful place, lovely grounds, quiet on the weekends. Highly recommended.

Visited the State House on Saturday after visiting the Soda City Market a block away. The security guard was very friendly & courteous. We removed our personal belongings to be x-rayed & walked through the metal detector without issue. We did not take the free tour, but wandered around on our own. 3 floors & not all rooms are open. There’s a gift shop on exit. Make sure you walk around the grounds outside. Very nice state house.

Lotta places to get a drink. A scotch is $11 at most places so it's comparable to just about anywhere but still has that city proximity to more nuanced establishments. 8/10 location

It’s time to fire Beamer. Instead of wasting millions on stadium upgrades, USC should invest that money in getting a better coach and recruiting better players. The program is going backward, and no amount of fancy facilities can make up for poor leadership on the field.

Quiet and good place to focus on your school away from other busy cities. There are great teachers who are willing to help you if you ask. A lot services are provided by the school to help students with their school and social work. It get boring sometimes because it is a small city but overall there are a lot of activities to do

Nice campus, friendlystudents and staff. Lots of food options to pick from. The only negative is parking

Great campus, visited for daughter's orientation. Really well done program.

Fantastic campus setting. First time visit and was impressed with the architecture and upkeep of the entire area. It will be a great 1st year experience for my son.

Traffic, "both foot and automobile" are somewhat out of sync around the university and there is a true attitude problem with the students and fac ulty believing that they own the roads. Little attention is paid to the traffic signals for pedestrians and it is a fairly unsafe place to be in general. There needs to be a stronger yet friendly police presence there.

The Battle of Camden took place during the American Revolution. It was a bad loss for us but this allowed for Nathaniel Greene to step in and lead our southern troops as general. Greene was a great leader and would become a hero of the South! There is plenty to see at Camden, old historic structures & homes from the time period. You can also see the house that Cornwallis (British) stayed at! The actual battlefield is 8 miles away and you can park and find the flags where our soldiers fell. One large granite stone was placed there to remember a Scottish soldier that died right there. Scotlands Royal Guard flew out from Scotland to pay tribute to their fallen soldier. Many of these soldiers were quickly buried just 6 inches under the soil during the Revolution. However, in the last 2 yrs, Camden has reburied all 13 soldiers found with full honors and new granite military headstones! I came for the celebration and was really moving to tears. There are several staff members on site to answer any questions. As we all celebrate 250 yrs of America, this is a place to visit and find our early history!

I doubt that many Americans really understand the Revolutionary War. Everyone has heard of Washington and maybe the crossing of the Delaware River, but his many know of the battle of Camden, Cowpens, Kings Mountain? The Camden Revolutionary Park is a wonderful piece of history. We took the tour and learned about the original village, the coming of the Kershaw family and the growth of Camden into the largest, and most important backwater town in all of the southern USA. As this place grows it will turn into even a better representation. The Visitor Center is really great and walks you through the entire southern campaign of the British invasion and how the Patriots turned the tide, mainly because of what happened in battles all around this part of SC. For a history buff it was very well done.

Neat little site with replica fortifications and some Colonial era buildings. The self guided tour was $10 for adults and took us about an hour to go through everything. Easy walking trails and beautiful grounds: a nice place to spend this bright and sunny Saturday afternoon.

Lots to see here in this reconstructed historic site. They've put lots of effort into the buildings they moved there, etc. The stockade was fun for my kids and so was the well.

A great place to learn about the history of our town and the Revolutionary War. There are lots of events/activities that go on here every month. They have house tours, lantern tours, tea parties, craft classes, and demonstrations happening all the time. We come and walk the grounds and the nature trail alot. The trail is short and flat, but if it has rained it will be muddy in places. It runs along the Pine Tree Creek.

Lots of reconstructed buildings, helpful staff. Take note that this is not the actual battle site; it’s about 15 minutes up the road.

There's a Goth festival here every year with speakers on a wide range of subjects both Historical and speculative,plus vendors selling material historically and subjectively related to the festival and history. The museums and locations on the site were beautifully period, educational and we specifically enjoyed the surprisingly delightful stories each unique to the local and regional areas. One could easily make a fun filled day, evening or several hours visiting during a special event, or set aside an hour or two during normal hours to enjoy the museums,& buildings built & preserved with interactive American revolutionary war period pieces and stories.

Hot day. Very impressive art work. Neighborhood is nice.

A neat little spot to see. Some of the pictures appear to be older as it is not as up kept as some show. With that being said, the time and effort that goes into keeping up with something of this scale is nothing short of extraordinary. The houses around must be family or great neighbors because their landscaping matches the garden. All in all....if you are near by or passing through thr area it is definitely worth a stop

So inspiring what one person can do. Beautifully sculpted landscape on private property made public through the owner's generosity. Neighbors have also sculpted their gardens. Not far off the highway and well worth the visit. Town is being revitalized with shops and cafes being added.

Well worth the trip to Bishopville. Mr. Fryer had such a gift, and I am glad there is someone who will be extending his legacy. I'm looking forward to the day when all the water features work again. I was also glad to see that the public bathroom is open.

This garden is a hidden gem. As I got closer, there is a sign on the right side of the road notifying me to turn at the next left. As I enter the street, I was greeted with some topiary on both side of the street. I entered a neighborhood where the topiary garden is located. Note, parking lot is a large grassy area facing the house/topicary garden in the left. To start the self guided tour, cross the street and go to the right side of the house when facing the house, and there is a station where you can get info and brochure on the garden. There is a donation box, and please make a donation. Mr Pearl is in his 80s and not able to maintain the grounds, and Mike is helping with maintenance including trimming the trees and bushes. Some topiary appeared to easily figure out. I think I saw a Cobra, swans, but many, if not all, are abstract art. Use your imagination. There are also creative art displays. For example, there were bells with chain decorating a dead tree, a fountain built with an old stove, etc... My appreciation for this park went hundred times after learning the story behind this park. We were blessed with running into Mike Gibby-Scissorhands Gibson, who shated the story with us. He was so informative and was so nice to stop what he was doing to talk to us and answered all our question. He said that Mr Pearl often sit outside to meet some visitors. The restrooms are on the right side of the house in the back.

It's a nice place to see, impressive that one man would take his time to do all that. I have to admit I was a little disappointed though. From the things I saw online when researching I thought it was some huge attraction that the family can enjoy and have a memorable day with. We drove 4 hours from GA (total of 8 hours round trip). Took about 10 minutes to see everything. This was supposed to be the highlight of the childrens spring break 😂😂. I really don't want to take away from his hard work. I am really in awe that the owner did all that personally, I just wish I had seen a honest review telling me I was traveling hours to go see someone's yard.

What a beautiful garden maintained very well. The sculptures are nice too. I hope people donate and help this place. It takes about 30 minutes to view the entire garden.

A wonderful place! We walked along the boardwalks and couldn't believe all the birds and different varieties of plants. I highly recommend it. Lots of stairs and tree roots be prepared. Only thing stopping me giving 5 stars is that they have fallen behind on maintenance and it could use donations and a face-lift. Support this oasis.

A great place to go and enjoy scenic trails. Thank you for inviting Darlington County Humane Society out to take part in the Earth Day Celebrations! Our sweet adoptables thoroughly enjoyed themselves!

The Mrs. And I wanted to go for a walk outside. We hadn't been to Kalmia Gardens so mad a drive. It was very nice. Smaller than I expected, but in retrospect, quite a nice size park in such a small town. There is a nice old historic house and the oldest tree in SC. The tree reminded me of the lone Cypress in Monterey - kind of a cyborg of wood and supporting metal. But cool. If we go again we'll need to make several trips around the park to make it worth burning gas to take a walk.

It was a cloudy and rainy Sunday...IT WAS PERFECT!!..for the stroll over and by the creek. Ate a lite lunch on the kayak dock.

I loved this garden. The azaleas were blooming and some camellias. The trails were a little challenging for my companions, but beautiful and peaceful. I had no problem avoiding the roots and navigating the slopes. The boardwalk through the cypress groves was awesome. A really wonderful experience.

Wonderful place to visit. We didn't get to walk the whole thing, but we did enjoy the time we were there. Lots of flowers were in bloom, so there was a lot of beauty to be seen. We loved walking the trail by water, it was very peaceful and the paths were great. We can't wait to go back when it is warmer and even more flowers are in bloom.

Great walking trails. Always open and free.

First time at this race track and it was a amazing experience. We stayed in Florence just outside of Darlington, getting to the track was easier than expected. Parking was not bad either, the police officers did an exceptional job with traffic control and letting people have fun without harassing. Fans were there to watch the race and party but were very respectful. After the race we stayed in the grandstands for about an hour then walked to the car and stayed for another 30 minutes to let the traffic lighten up. It was easy to get out and make it back to the hotel without big traffic jams. I would definitely say this would be a great race for the family to experience. 👍

We stayed in the infield for the 75th anniversary throw back race and lots of weird rules. No bicycles. Dogs can’t be outside of your campsite. Meaning you can’t walk them. Very very tight parking and hard to move around with a camper. Get in early cause if you don’t you won’t. Some of the long timers are not very understanding on why they can’t park there car in your campsite. Weird I know. But we had fun meet some of the drivers and did laps for charity.

This place was a awesome experience! I got to go through a whole new atmosphere, the second I entered property. I drove 8 hours to get there and it was totally worth it without a doubt!!! The museum they have is also very informing and great to learn about your favorite cars! I recommend coming and enjoying your time at Darlington raceway!

The venue was awesome, however you need to be prepared to do a lot of walking from where you park to the actual track. Nascar is always a great time.

I hadn't been in twenty five yrs. Nothing has changed, but the drivers we had a great time me and my son.

Always a great time! Friendly people and not a bad seat in the house.

Tom my mother, sister and a family friend to our first race at this venue and made memories. Now we are planning coming back next year

I remember going here as a kid and it is still as pristine and enchanting today. The only down side is that society as a whole doesn't appreciate the simpler and cheesy nature of life 20 years ago. Too bad because there is still so much fun and memories to be hard here. The buildings and restrooms were to notch in appearance and cleanliness. We'll worth taking the time to take selfies with the many quirky statues and props. Go here to make a few memories with your family and remember the nostalgia.

Not a 5 star place but my room was huge, very clean and a comfy bed. The village is a fantastic little tourist trap. Had a great breakfast at the place next to the gift shop and a really good steak under the sombrero... you should spend a day here just to say you did it, tell your kids Disney world was closed and that was the #2 option

Kids loved it. I definitely enjoyed buying things. All different types of things. The cleanliness, the feeling the experience brings and the level of enjoying South Carolina.

A Stay to Remember… for All the Wrong Reasons 1. Wi-Fi in the room? Nope. I got so pruney sitting by the pool just trying to check my emails. 2. Hours of operation: We know it’s off-season, but shutting down almost everything at 7 p.m.? Meanwhile, fireworks are 24/7? Make it make sense. 3. Amenities: The shampoo provided was enough to wash exactly one butt cheek. 4. Toilet paper: Felt like sandpaper on my poor behind. Please invest in Charmin Extra Strong—your guests will thank you. 5. The TV situation: Pretty sure I needed a telescope. Was that a 26-inch screen? Walmart has 40-inch models on sale. Just saying. 6. The bed: I didn’t realize I’d booked a stay with the Flintstones. The bed was harder than a slab of granite. 7. Check-in: The new front desk staff couldn’t find my reservation. After digging through my junk email they finally located it. We got a parking pass but no directions, so we looped around like idiots. #TrainingNeeded 8. Gift shop: Decent, but please restock your light-up keychains. Out of N’s, R’s, and L’s! 9. Cultural note: Not a single Mexican in sight. Was hoping to see at least one of my fellow people. #Latino #MiRaza 10. Activities: No mini-golf? Missed opportunity. 11. Room privacy: The blinds didn’t close all the way. Had I not changed in the bathroom, my “hot bod” could’ve been a free show. 12. Phone book nostalgia: Found a Yellow Pages from 2013. Fun trip down memory lane, but maybe update it? Half those numbers probably belong to ghosts now. 13. Coffee tragedy: The Folgers machine nearly scalded me. Then the powdered creamer looked suspiciously like crushed Tums tablets. Might want to check those expiration dates. --- Final thoughts: Between the Flintstone mattress, the single-cheek shampoo, and the Tums creamer, this stay was one for the books. Would I come back? Only if the Wi-Fi reaches the room and the toilet paper stops waging war on my butt.

I had a pool pass. The place was empty. I had a lovely swim for at least 20 min. The water was refreshing, not overly warm. The place could use some cleaning/painting. It felt like an abandoned gem. The geodesic dome is really nice from the water

Really enjoyed my stay. Room was HUGE. It's very quiet .it's old school and cozy. This is where I like to stay , instead of modern boring hotels that are popping up everywhere . Parking is very convenient . Friendly staff. Clean, beds and sheets are so comfortable . The room is spacious and at a great price.

Had a great time and haven't been there since the 70s. The rooms are dated but it was great overall just because it brought back memories as it child going on vacation and staying there with my family. It would be nice to say all of the rooms updated like some of them had been renovated but the ones we were in if there was any renovation done it was very minimal. Thank you for the wonderful stay and the wonderful memories but I had staying there with my sister and I traveling to Florida.