15 Rainy Day Activities in Greenville, South Carolina
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6. Browse the shops on Main Street
Downtown Greenville is home to the quintessential Main Street. As local mom and pop shops continue to close around the country, it’s nice to go back in time via a nostalgic Main St. You will find a number of interesting boutique shops lining Main, enough to occupy at least a few hours of your time on a rainy day. Since living in the area, I come down here at least 2-3 times a week. I love the trees, the local businesses, the year-round event lineup, and most of all the many shops I can pop in and out of.
Check out Mast General Store, Oil & Vinegar, and Southern Culture for starters. And be sure to treat yourself to some fresh flavored popcorn from Poppington’s (try the dark chocolate sea salt)! Bonus: they use GMO free oils and offer vegan/GF selections.
My guide to exploring Main St.
7. Test your old fashioned gaming skills at Dave & Busters
Dave and Busters is the place to go for some old-fashioned gaming fun. If you have never been here before, you are in for a blast. Enjoy timeless arcade/carnival and ticket redemption style games like skee-ball, the goldfish toss game, the clown ball game, and many others. There’s also a full restaurant and bar on-site. Really, a great place to be on a rainy day! As a fan of old-school gaming, I could spend hours in here (although I would be dishing out quite a lot of cash as it isn’t cheap). Be on the lookout for special deals including eat and play combos.
D&B also offers a great NFL game day special which includes all-you-can- eat wings/fries and a $10 game card for just 20 bucks. Lots of big screens to take in the games and plenty of great drink specials make it a favorite on football Sunday.
Location: 1025 Woodruff Rd Suite # P101. Hours: 10am-Midnight (1am on Fri & Sat).
8. Browse for record deals at Horizon
Horizon Records is a great little independent record shop specializing in both old and new records. What I like about this place most is that I can come in as a casual collector. I find that in many record stores I feel awkward going in like I have to be a connoisseur. In addition to the new releases, you can browse through a large selection of oldies priced under $10. I have found so many classics here, adding to my collection with each visit. The quirky Bohemian Cafe is located just next door if you are looking for an eccentric place to eat.
Location: 2 W Stone Ave. Hours: 11am-7pm (Mon-Wed), 11am-8pm (Thurs-Sat), 11am-6pm (Sun).
9. Treat yourself to a massage
You will find both big chain and local massage therapy options throughout Greenville. Out of the big chains, Hand and Stone is the best option. All the staff are highly trained, the space is always super clean, and everyone is really friendly. You will save a few bucks on your first massage. River Falls Spa is a popular luxury option on Main Street if you prefer to keep close to the tourist center.
10. Detox at Drift Spa
Infrared sauna and float therapy are two interesting modern means of detoxing and alternative health. On cold rainy and snowy days, I love treating myself to a healing infrared sauna session. There are numerous benefits to infrared therapy including muscle and joint pain relief, stress reduction, cellulite reduction, and overall detoxification. The temp is set around 140, with the option for 30 or 45 min sessions. They offer a number of membership deals. Red light, oxygen therapy, and cold plunge services are also offered.
Location: 644 N Main St Suite 105. Hours: 9am-10pm (Closed Sun).
