15 Rainy Day Activities in Greenville, South Carolina
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11. Treat yourself to a wonderful dinner
Greenville has been making headlines in recent years for its’ terrific foodie establishments. I’ve enjoyed so many eclectic dining experiences since moving here. The food scene is pretty impressive for a small town. Main Street alone is home to over 100 unique restaurants. From a French bistro overlooking beautiful Falls Park, to award-winning new southern style cuisine, to upscale Italian, to sports bars, there’s an option for everyone. Handi Indian, Greektown Grill, Pomegranate on Main, and Kitchen Sync are some of the top spots to place high on your must try list. Definitely try the Southern style tomato pie at Kitchen Sync pictured above!
12. Swing by the Shoeless Joe Jackson museum
Shoeless Joe Jackson, famous for the notorious Chicago Black Sox Scandal of 1919, lived and died in the Greenville area. His home is now open for tours and loaded with interesting baseball memorabilia. Anyone who loves “America’s favorite past time” definitely needs to check this nostalgic museum out. Free tours are available for any baseball lovers (any anyone else seeking a fun affordable rainy day activity) out there!
Location: 356 Field St. Hours: 10am-2pm (Sat only).
13. Stroll around Haywood Mall
Haywood Mall is the best mall in the region. It’s the largest in the state with 2 floors of both casual and upscale shops. Nothing too fancy in terms of decor, however, it’s clean and well maintained. There is nothing better than browsing around a big lively mall on a rainy day. As an added bonus, there is a Cheesecake Factory, a Starbucks, and numerous other chain restaurants on-site. And be sure to treat yourself to a reflexology session at Total Health massage: it’s the best in the region!
Location: 700 Haywood Ave. Hours: 10am-8pm (Mon-Thurs), 10am-9pm (Fri & Sat), Noon-6 (Sun).
14. Go vintage hunting
You will find a number of vintage/thrift shops throughout the area. Who wants to waste a nice day shopping? A rainy day, on the other hand, offers the perfect ambiance for hunting down hidden treasures. Both Greenville and the nearby community of Travelers Rest offer an abundance of shops which will impress even the most avid bargain hunter. Check out Rocking Horse Antiques in Greenville and Country Antiques in Travelers Rest. I have found a number of quirky gems at each location.
15. Enjoy a coffee at the Hyatt Regency
I love strolling around this beautiful Main St. hotel, especially around the holiday season when it is decked out for the annual Festival of Trees. The ambiance, which includes an atrium and giant ceilings, is gorgeous! Sometimes, I order a coffee from the on-site Starbucks and just enjoy people watching. To make it a full morning out, enjoy the breakfast buffet at Roost, a local farm-to-table restaurant. They also offer a great Harvest Table lunch buffet, featuring a delicious salad bar, flatbreads, and soup.
Location: 128 E Broad St.
More rainy day fun
- See a movie at Regal Hollywood on Woodruff Rd. Prices are high for the area, although it’s the cleanest theater in town.
- Spend the day catching up on some reading at the Hughes Main Library.
- Go bowling. Bowlero is a popular choice.
- See a show at The Peace Center.
