Spartanburg, South Carolina

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Overview

Spartanburg is nothing short of revolutionary. The county of the same name has its seat in Spartanburg, which is also its largest city. Nestled at the foothills of the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, Spartanburg has been declared as the Best City to live in South Carolina by Sperling’s Best Places nonetheless. The city’s 40,000 residents enjoy its mild climate, which provides excellent avenues for year-round outdoor activities. Spartanburg enjoys close proximity to both beach and mountain resorts. 

Fast Facts

  • Spartanburg was originally dubbed as the Hub City. Its strategic location as a railroad center made in an important city in the 19th
  • Spartanburg is home to numerous important headquarters. Centers include Denny’s Corporation, Extended Stay America, Milliken & Co, and BMW Manufacturing. The latter is the only manufacturing plant in North America by BMW.
  • The city is the birthplace of the brand Mean Green household cleaners.
  • It is also home to a few celebrities and has been used as a filming site by numerous movies. Homegrown celebrities include Ryan Sims, David Pearson, Lee Haney, and Stephen Davis. The film ‘Sleeping with the Enemy’ was shot in town.

Tourists Attractions

The city of Spartanburg beautifully melds history with southern charm. Its attractions are located within the foothills of the panoramic Blue Ridge Mountains, which further add to the city’s appeal. Attractions include the site where the local troops defeated British invaders at the Cowpens National Battlefield. The Showroom is home to the Hub City Writers Project and the Hub-Bub. The bricked theater houses a concert venue, stage, film screen, and a gallery. The 18th century farmhouse of walnut Grove Plantation is open only during annual festivals. The Seay House hails from the same century, and best represents Spartanburg’s typical homesteads. The Flemish-bond brick of the Price House has three stories for tourists to explore. Other attractions include the historic Glendale, Beaumont, and converse Mills, Greer Downtown Historic District, Pacolet Historic Mill District, and the Musgrove Mill State Historic Site. Book your Spartanburg Hotels with Reservations.com

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Things to Do

Explore the crystal clear waters and plentiful wildlife of Lawson’s Fork Creek, which is surrounded by woodlands and parks. Follow the walking paths of the Cottonwood Trail, which also doubles as an excellent picnic and cycling ground. Try your luck at Spartanburg’s offerings of Public Hunting. The RiverBend has venues for tower shoots, organized field hunts, paint ball, and sporting clays. The Inman Public Dove Field offers 20 acres for dove hunting. With a license, guests can practice their shooting skills. 

Best Museums

The Pacolet Area Museum reveals the history behind the Urban Forest, the Granite Quarry, and the Pacolet River. The museum also features an expanded gallery depicting facets on the area’s historic district, textile industry, American Revolution timeline, and Catawba & Cherokee Indian presence. The Greer Heritage Museum has exhibits and events that focus on the area’s treasured past. The Cowpens Depot on Palmetto Street features a late 19th century Southern Railway. The adjacent museum has donations from local citizens and crewmen depicting the area’s rich naval history. The Regional Museum of History offers guests with a walk through time. Exhibits on Spartanburg’s military and textile history are also displayed, along with handcrafted furniture.