3 Star Places To Visit in South Carolina, United States (50)

1. 3.0 South of the Border (960 reviews)
   - Rates are increased, still no amenities.
   Points of Interest & Landmarks
   
   
   This has always been a go to spot for us. It was reasonably priced, and always very clean. Yes, it’s dated, the bedding was old as were the linens, etc., but it was clean. They recently raised their rates, comparable to the better known chains, Hampton Inn, comfort inn, etc. Unfortunately, they cannot keep up with the amenities of these other hotels. Too bad, it was a good value, but not anymore. They’ve also closed the hot tamale restaurant, and a redirecting everyone to the sombrero period, twice the price. See more..
   
2. 3.5 Big M Casino (466 reviews)
   - A good day trip
   Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM Spent More than 3 hours Casinos
   
   
   Enjoy Las Vegas Style Casino Action on The Big M Casino's 2 Luxury casino yachts departing from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina year round. See more..
   
3. 3.5 Hollywild Animal Park (284 reviews)
   - Christmas lights pretty, but...
   Tuesday: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Zoos
   
   
   Temporarily Closed This SC Upstate family-oriented tradition is celebrating 27 years and offering an unforgettable experience for children and adults alike! Drive through millions of lights, themes, music, and displays that transform the nearly 100-acre-park into a winter wonderland in celebration of the holidays. Be sure to allow plenty of time to stroll in "Santa's Village" to enjoy relaxed fun with family and friends. There, you can pet, feed, and admire dozens of animals, have your photo taken with Santa, warm your hands or roast marshmallows by the bonfire, and visit Mrs. Claus' attic for an incredible panoramic view of the lights. Snap that selfie with a zebra, camel, or one of many animals waiting to meet you. Finish your evening with a drive to the inspirational nativity area. For an additional fee per vehicle you can enter our Enchanted Deer Forest and hand-feed hundreds of animals (animal food provided) from the comfort of your car. See more..
   
4. 3.5 Carolina Adventure World (84 reviews)
   - Tons of fun but don't camp with children.
   Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Gear Rentals • Off-Road & ATV Trails
   
   
   Welcome to Carolina Adventure World – the Southeast’s Largest Outdoor Playground. Spend hours riding the trails, get covered at the mud bog or hit the oval track. The choice is yours, and there are so many to make! Our fun family-friendly park offers 100 miles of ATV, UTV and dirt bike trails covering 2,600 acres. Rent a cabin or a yurt with some friends or family, or bring your camper and enjoy one of our RV sites featuring water and power hookups. You can leave the entertainment up to us with action-packed events and live music scheduled monthly. It won’t take y’all very long to realize why Carolina Adventure World will soon be your favorite place to spend your leisure time. See more..
   
5. 3.5 Hickory Knob State Resort Park and Campground (76 reviews)
   - Very Nice park with lodge n golf course
   Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM State Parks • Parks
   
   
   We drove past the golf course on the way to the park office and the course looked in good shape. Arriving at the office revealed a large office with, part-time restaurant, rental rooms and a lodge for visitors. Much of the rooms faced right out toward the big lake. We were told that colleges bring their golf teams here for tournaments and stay in the lodge, rooms, or barracks. See more..
   
6. 3.5 Daufuski Discoveries Day Tours (48 reviews)
   - A rip off
   Boat Tours
   
   
   Booked to go out for a day trip from Harbourtown Hilton Head Island. Cost of round trip $29.50pp which was good value as it was a pleasant 30 minute boat trip both ways on a comfortable boat, saw plenty of wildlife - birds and dolphins. We elected to rent a golf buggy to explore Daufuskie at $30pp ($60 for a buggy). Buggy we got was a bit dilpatated and regularly backfired - speed nothing above about 4-5mph so it took quite a while to get around the island. The sights we visited were well signed and interesting. Only one place to get a coffee - by the ferry stop and that was only instant coffee at $2.50 a cup - expensive. The island is worth a visit but don't get the golf buggy. There is a guided bus tour - but we never saw the bus once whilst we were on our travels so not sure where it went. - cost for that was about $20 each. No restrooms anwhere on the island apart from in coffee shop at ferry. See more..
   
7. 3.5 CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park (36 reviews)
   - Great summer venue!!
   Convention Centers
   
   
   I have seen a couple different concerts here, and have enjoyed them immensely. Both times I sat in the sections with actual seats, which I think helped solidify my enjoyment. The seats are extremely close to the stage, and you get a great view. The acoustics are pretty awesome as well! There are only a few negatives. First of all, while the parking event staff do a great job when everyone is arriving, departure is a free-for-all. Secondly, apparently Simpsonville has a noise ordinance after 11 PM, so concerts will end pretty abruptly if they reach that mark. Finally, it's kind of annoying that most events are non-refundable if the weather doesn't cooperate. I understand it's outside, but come on. I’d at least like a credit to put towards another event. Other than that, it's a wonderful place to spend a night listening to great music, and I will definitely be back! See more..
   
8. 3.5 Kid Venture Playground (33 reviews)
   - Safety Issue resolved!
   Playgrounds
   
   
   So pleased to visit Kid Venture playground and note they have put up a gate on both the Toddler and the Main playgrounds. I am in my 70's and just couldnt keep ahead of my 2 & 3 year old greatgrandsons when they'd head towards the pond! I dont have to worry about chasing them down now. Kid Venture has been greatly improved. I would love to see the picture of the old yellow swing removed that I posted some time ago. New swings have been added, the ducks cant get in and the toddlers can get out now. Not sure who to thank, the City of Anderson, Parks & Recreation, but we now have a safe clean playground of which we can be proud! See more..
   
9. 3.0 Shipwreck Cove (30 reviews)
   - Needs to be maintained better
   Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Water Parks
   
   
   I brought ny kids last year and all was well.They do let an ungodly anount of people in before they stop letting people come in.The lifegaurds are all kids under 18 that dont watch the kids well.I told them when my daughter went down the water slide to watch her when she landed because she couldnt swim.And sure enough they were talking about some concert and let her sink like a rock.I had to jump in the pool and save her.Restrooms have to have new diseases unknown to man yet.Yuck!But all in all it will do for a hot day.Went to the dry park today.The actual dry park has foam ground that is crumbling,peeling back,and coming un attached to the ground,so your kids will continually trip over it. Kida arent picky,so just because I dont like it does not mean the kida wont. See more..
   
10. 3.5 WestGate Mall (29 reviews)
    - Older Mall
    Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Shopping Malls
    
    
    WestGate Mall in Spartanburg, SC, features Belk, Dillard's, JCPenney, Sears, Bed Bath & Beyond, Costco and Dick's Sporting Goods as well as more than 100 specialty shops such as Gymboree and Old Navy. See more..
    
11. 3.0 Governor's Lighthouse (28 reviews)
    - Is it a tourist destination no, but its really not meant to be
    Lighthouses
    
    
    If you are stopping here because you want to tour the lighthouse, please read the website prior to trying, it is NOT a lighthouse you can tour. It is a replica. It is located in a private residential area. If you know before you go, then you won't be disappointed and leave a negative responsive. What's not to love, it's a lighthouse, beautiful :) See more..
    
12. 3.5 Florence Stockade (27 reviews)
    - Hidden history that needs care
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Hidden history that needs care. More a spot for contemplation of the misery the soldiers endured. Worth visiting just to let more people know it was there. See more..
    
13. 3.5 Sparky's Country Store (24 reviews)
    - great service and very clean
    Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops
    
    
    the employees were very helpful, and everything was clean and well taken care of. food was also very good. points only reduced due to looking a little bit outdated. definitely plan on stopping again. See more..
    
14. 3.5 Wells Japanese Garden (24 reviews)
    - Experience the orient... in Newberry
    Gardens
    
    
    This is a wonderful little park. Who would ever of thought you would find a Japanese garden in this little town. The structures are excellent representations of historical Japan. The Plants and property are well taken care of. This is a nice,relaxing place to sit and reflect. Have a drink at the tea house. while not big in size,tucked away on a side street, it still provides a nice experience. See more..
    
15. 3.0 The Barn (21 reviews)
    - Visiting the Barn
    Antique Shops
    
    
    It took us almost 2 hours to get there from Murrells Inlet and very disappointing when we arrived there. It looks much bigger in photos and in about 20 minutes or less we were ready to leave. I believe it was the owner we talked to,, whom was very pleasant to talk to. Just not enough to look at after a long drive See more..
    
16. 3.5 The Spirit of Lake Murray (20 reviews)
    - Easter cruise
    Boat Tours
    
    
    We were looking for a place to eat on Easter, so we decided to go out on the Spirt, We've been out before, had a good time, so we went again, It's nice to be out on the water, and be able to relax, one thing we always worried about was drunk boaters on the water, being on the spirit is much safer, the boat is steal hull, and a large boat, so if someone hits it, well that's bad for them. The food was good and the staff was friendly. See more..
    
17. 3.5 Anchor Lanes (20 reviews)
    - Great Changes
    Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM Bowling Alleys
    
    
    If bowling was not enough, the new changes are a fantastic addition. The menu is expanded (although a bit pricey). They have taken out some walls and expanded the game room. It now includes games that you would want to play. It is a card swipe system like Frankie's and D&B. Tickets for the prizes. The pro shop is now a ticket return store with toys/trinkets that kids would actually want. The video boards are up to date with cute animation depending on how you bowl. They are even putting in laser tag soon. It has a family friendly feel with something for kids through adults. Even teens will find the new Anchor Lanes enjoyable. I HIGHLY recommend this as a great night/day out with the family. See more..
    
18. 3.5 Baker Creek State Park (19 reviews)
    - Nice Waterfront State Park
    Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM State Parks • Parks
    
    
    We visited here because it was just a little drive from Hickory Knob SP. upon getting to the parking area we immediately see a large building housing the office, bathrooms, and a nice picnic area overlooking the lake. There is also a nice playground area nearby. We drove the very narrow and rough circular road to check out the cabins n camping area. Road needs work but nice camping area. See more..
    
19. 3.5 Battle of Camden Historic Site (18 reviews)
    - Patriot loss during the Revolution
    Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites
    
    
    I went to both the historic site and the battlefield. There is onsite parking at both. The battlefield has a few monuments and markers, but there is not currently much to it. The gentleman at the historic site said they were planning on improvements. The historic site was unique, but due to a festival in the immediate area tours were suspended and most buildings were closed. Walking around was still pretty interesting. There is a 10 minute drive between sites. No one is physically located at the battlefield, but if you call in advance you can set up a walking tour for a small price. See more..
    
20. 3.5 Sams Plantation Complex Tabby Ruins (15 reviews)
    - Good insight into the history of Dataw Island
    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Attended a lecture and tour of the ruin site arranged by the Osher Life Long Learning Institute. Gated, planned golf club community of Dataw Island is gorgeous, and this site sits right between part of a golf course and their tennis courts. The lecture was given in their brand new history center building, and outlined the history of this area and site over the last 12,000 years--from its original indian inhabitants to the Sams and other families and owners and their efforts to develop the island during the Colonial era through the Civil War and subsequent eras, and on up until the current day. Informed lecturers, the ruins were right outside the door, and both served to give us a good impression of what life might have been like here a few hundred of years ago. See more..
    
21. 3.0 Simply Skin by Sonya Heitmuller (13 reviews)
    - Excellent massage
    Spas
    The young lady who did the massage was very good. This was a groupon massage with aromatherapy. The choices of oils was limited and my favorite (lavender) was not available because the owner was allergic. The oils did not seem pure, but artificial. That being said, this was one of the best massages I have ever experienced. I actually relaxed and fell asleep several times. Her pressure during the massage was appropriate and she asked during the massage if I needed anything adjusted. I would return for the massage; I would not ask for the oils again. See more..
    
22. 3.0 Mexico Shop East and West (13 reviews)
    - Pricey
    Speciality & Gift Shops
    
    
    A small shop located in the South of the Border theme park: a great place for fun, gimmicky souvenirs. See more..
    
23. 3.0 Fort Mill Golf Club (13 reviews)
    - Great getaway right in town
    Spent More than 3 hours Golf Courses
    
    
    Fort Mill Golf Club is an 18-hole championship golf course that rolls through tree-lined fairways. The club was founded in 1948 with the front 9 designed by the legendary Donald Ross. George Cobb designed the back 9, which opened in 1959. In the heart of Fort Mill and just minutes from Charlotte, Fort Mill Golf Club is a perennial favorite among local golfers. See more..
    
24. 3.5 Upward Star Center (13 reviews)
    - Volleyball Tournament
    Spent 2-3 hours Sports Complexes
    
    
    The headquarters for Upward Sports nationwide. The RecSpo conference is held here in August. See more..
    
25. 3.0 Dogwood Hills Golf Club (11 reviews)
    - Take a break off I95 - you’ll enjoy 9 holes of decent golf
    Golf Courses
    
    
    Dogwood Hills Golf Club is conveniently located in Walterboro, South Carolina. If you're looking for a great round of golf or a place to work on your golf game, look no further. Dogwood Hills Golf Club provides an exceptional 9-hole golf course that rolls through a classic Lowcountry swamp. Additional club amenities include: Junior Olympic swimming pool, two tennis courts, short game area, putting green, access to a driving range, and a pro shop. Our friendly staff is working hard to provide a superb place for recreation and relaxation. It's a great day at Dogwood Hills Golf Club, so come out and see us! See more..
    
26. 3.5 Regal Cinemas Pastime Pavilion 8 (11 reviews)
    - Old
    Spent 2-3 hours Movie Theaters
    The Theaters are really small. Needs to be updated. It looks like the dollar movie to me. I am surprised Regal still lets them carry its logo See more..
    
27. 3.5 Slave Relic Museum (11 reviews)
    - Call and see if it's open
    Speciality Museums
    
    
    I enjoyed this museum, it is an important place to visit and story to tell, however since I visited it has been difficult to find the the place open on a set schedule - this may have improved - but just be sure before you go. Location is in the heart of Walterboro, exhibits are enhanced by the tour/curator. Plan to do this along with a visit downtown or to other memorial sites in town. See more..
    
28. 3.5 Links O'Tryon Golf Club (10 reviews)
    - Great local track
    Golf Courses
    
    
    Several challenging holes. Great place for locals to be challenged with some length and wind. Second favorite local golf course. See more..
    
29. 3.5 Boykin Mill Farm (10 reviews)
    - Classic ole time Americana
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    This is a nice little spot in rural South Carolina. great stop to experience country living. The old mill is a classic beauty. The broom shop and country store are classic-like stepping back in time. The restaurant has a good reputation for quality. The location has a historical story to it. A skirmish in The Civil War took place here. A nice monument to the famed Massachusetts 54th infantry is located here. The location is not that far off the interstate. If in the area-stop by and enjoy this peaceful stop. See more..
    
30. 3.5 Scarletts Antiques (10 reviews)
    - Packed palace
    Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Antique Shops
    
    
    Welcome to Scarletts Antiques we are the premier reseller of new and used furniture in the southeast. We have a wide variety of new and used furniture. Our building is over 20,000 square ft! We get shipments 2-3 time a week make sure you check back often, if you can't find what you are looking for this time we will have it very soon! See more..
    
31. 3.5 Jones Creek Golf Club (10 reviews)
    - Good golf course, lots of variety.
    Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Golf Courses
    The course has a lot of interesting holes with a nice neighborhood surrounding the fairways. Green fees and carts are reasonable. See more..
    
32. 3.5 Myrtle Beach Shop (9 reviews)
    - Nice place
    Speciality & Gift Shops
    
    
    One of many shops located in South of the Border. See more..
    
33. 3.0 South Carolina Welcome Center (9 reviews)
    - Inside is nice
    Spent < 1 hour Visitor Centers
    
    
    Good place to walk your dog. Inside is nice, womens room was gross. Dirty floors. Smelled. Of course people also didnt clean up after self See more..
    
34. 3.5 Massage Envy Spa Anderson (9 reviews)
    - Great Service!
    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spas
    I have been here a few times for a massage and have always enjoyed my experience. The entire staff is friendly. They will try to encourage you to sign up for a monthly membership, but that is understandable. I personally didn't sign up just because I don't get enough massages to warrant that, but it is a good deal for those in need of more regular massages. See more..
    
35. 3.0 Backstreets Pub & Grill (9 reviews)
    - Really not bad
    Tuesday: 11:30 AM - 2:00 AM Bars & Clubs
    
    
    It has an outside patio for enjoying nice weather, and inside is a pub with a limited menu. Burgers are great - pork Bbq sandwich is yuk! Wide selection of beers and spirits. On game day you go to the bar to order and collect your food!! See more..
    
36. 3.5 Shannon Greens Golf Club (8 reviews)
    - Getting Better
    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Golf Courses
    
    
    Fourteen of us played golf here on a Sunday while on a golf package. Dave Burton took good care of us and could not have treated us better. The course was in decent shape. He gave us deals in the pro shop and an 18 hole replay was only $10. See more..
    
37. 3.5 The Players Course at Wyboo (8 reviews)
    - Improving every year.
    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Golf Courses
    
    
    Considering this course was shut down for a few years, it is in excellent shape. We were treated great and had fun. The greens are very nice considering the time of year. It can only get better. We actually played this twice this trip. See more..
    
38. 3.5 Little River Antiques & Collectables (8 reviews)
    - great collection
    Spent 1-2 hours Antique Shops
    
    
    I have found some good treasures here. Prices are fair, people nice. Don't expect floors and floors of finely polished antiques. This is a shop where great finds come and go quickly. Diamonds in the rough. See more..
    
39. 3.5 Vien Quang Buddist Monastery (7 reviews)
    - Very Beautiful, Peaceful and Relaxing Adventure For the whole Family!
    Spent 2-3 hours Religious Sites
    
    
    This is an awesome place to visit! It is Beautiful, Peaceful and relaxing! I would suggest taking plenty of bottled water, maybe even a picnic. It took us around 3 hours and that was including meeting a monk and having several conversations with people their. We also took part in a Buddhist prayer/incense offering! Very educational. Please respect the monks and workers! Don't leave trash! Don't be loud! No photos or videos of the monks or people working there! Take your family and enjoy the day! Saturdays and Sundays 10 am until 5 pm. See more..
    
40. 3.5 Marion County Museum (7 reviews)
    - Worth a Visit!! My Creation back in the early 1980s
    Speciality Museums
    
    
    Director Rosanne Black open Tuesday-Friday 9.00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. See more..
    
41. 3.5 The Fun Factory (7 reviews)
    - Great Simple Arcade
    Spent < 1 hour Game & Entertainment Centers
    It's nothing spectacular, but it's a great simple arcade. Considering the fact that it's Greenwood, this place is awesome. See more..
    
42. 3.5 Sloan Street Tap Room (7 reviews)
    - Awesome sause
    Bars & Clubs
    I came up here from Clearwater Fl to go camping out on the lake . Found this place sloans tap house . The Owner for 41 years is Jim Howard the son of the legendary coach Frank Howard . Jim is truly a good ol boy with interesting stories . I really love the story about the good luck rock the cleamson team touch before each game. They only have one beer on tap and its good and cold for the price of 1 dollar. the place is a dump but it ads to it . So feel free to take a sharpie to sign the walls. Its not for everyone but personally I loved it. enjoy! See more..
    
43. 3.5 Blue Heron Nature Center (7 reviews)
    - Nice little place
    Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
    
    
    I live near by so we like to walk the wooden path through the woods and the trail around the small lake. They have pretty flowers in the spring and summer and fall. And Christmas lights in winter. They have little festivals once in a while. The building has stuffed wild animals and plaques to tell you about them. There is a restaurant there but it's closed now and probably for sale. See more..
    
44. 3.5 Clemson Marina (7 reviews)
    - Marina on Lake Hartwell across the lake from Clemson
    Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Boat Rentals
    
    
    Great place to drive your boat and get a bite to eat. Easy access to gas pumps for boats/Jet Skis! PoBoy's are good and good drinks! See more..
    
45. 3.5 Buncombe Antique Mall (7 reviews)
    - A couple hours of browsing
    Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Antique Shops
    
    
    This is a very large antiques mall, with individual vendors having "booth" areas to display in. We really enjoyed poking around on a hot afternoon, and it was very cool inside. The variety of items for sale was wide, interesting, and well-priced. If only we had a larger home, there were several items we were very interested in! One thing to note for the ladies... you are required to leave your purses and totes in a locker, and you are given the key. Sounds like they've had plenty of issues with theft, which is a shame. This was really a fun couple of hours. See more..
    
46. 3.0 AMF Park Lanes (6 reviews)
    - Just a regular bowling alley
    Bowling Alleys • Game & Entertainment Centers
    Nothing over the top about the bowling alley. The grounds are clean but need to be updated. The music wasn't loud enough and I wish they would turn the black lights on earlier than 10 pm. Prices are reasonable to play, a little pricey on the concessions. It can get packed on a Sunday night with a bunch of college kids who of course don't know how to behave. Other than that it was a fun place to go for a last minute activity. See more..
    
47. 3.0 Kensington Mansion (6 reviews)
    - Late Discovery of a real simple manison in the rural south.
    Architectural Buildings
    
    
    I have read the sign with the name of the Mansion for years as I pass on my way to my parents house. See more..
    
48. 3.0 Falcon's Lair Golf Course (6 reviews)
    - Decent golf course
    Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Golf Courses
    Reasonable rate, it is quite rural, great Mexican food restaurant on premises - will play there again. See more..
    
49. 3.5 Laurens Historic District (6 reviews)
    - Little known history
    Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Laurens, South Carolina, is a small town (9,000+) residents located in the northwestern part of South Carolina. The center of the town is the large, beautiful courthouse built in the 1800s. A short drive down West Main Street is filled with beautiful churches and Victorian homes, also built in the 1800s. Definitely worth a visit! See more..
    
50. 3.5 Plate 108 (5 reviews)
    - Great kids classes!
    Lessons & Workshops • Cooking Classes
    My son has taken many classes and has gotten to learn skills and try new foods. One of his favorites was making sushi. Sushi was new to him. He never ate it before! Making good sushi rolls is not easy. He did great and was scared to taste it, but since he made it he tried it and actually liked it. The best week long class was "around the world" 4 day class over school break. Everyday was a different country with different foods. Made fresh pasta, fresh Salsa and tacos, Pork chops with leeks and apples. They make extra food so he was able to bring samples of his food home and show the family what he made. He has learned knife skills, making pasta, and used a bunch of ingredients that we normally don't use. The kids classes are great. They sometimes have a kid and parent class too, where the kids are in charge and the parents are the helper. Fun way to spend time together. See more..