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Amazing Discoveries at Roper Mountain Science Center in Greenville, SC (2026)
The Roper Mountain Science Center in Greenville, SC is easily one of the coolest places you can visit in town. They have an astounding array of hands-on activities, exhibits, and even a dinosaur trail. Read on to learn all you need to know to visit this year.
Have you explored the Roper Mountain Science Center in Greenville, SC? You may have heard the name of the Roper Mountain Science Center and wondered what in the world this is or maybe your kids attended a field trip there. But really, do you know how cool this place is?
With a dinosaur trail, a living history farm, a Marine Ecology lab, and active classrooms you can explore, you can visit multiple times and find something new and exciting at each visit! Plus, RMSC has the only planetarium in Greenville, SC and a giant 23” refractor telescope that you can look through during special events. It doesn’t get much cooler than that!
RMSC is part of the Greenville County School system and during the week they host classes for science exhibits and hands-on learning for the public school system. We’ve always loved RMSC, however, they have greatly expanded their offerings and hours for the general public in the last several years making them even better. There are several wonderful opportunities to explore this gem in Greenville. Every season offers something new and exciting at the RMSC and we’ve got the 2026 scoop on all of it.
This article includes:
Summer Adventure | Summer Camps | Friday Starry Nights | Laser Shows at Hooper Planetarium | The Nature Exchange | Afternoon Explorations: September to May | Science on Wheels & Educator Tools | Membership
What is at Roper Mountain Science Center?
The Roper Mountain Science Center is absolutely the place to go for STEM activities in Greenville, SC that are fun and engaging. During special events throughout the year, Roper Mountain is open to the public, and it is truly worth a visit (or ten). From September through May, you can visit during Afternoon Explorations on Thursdays and Fridays.
You can also explore June through July during their Summer Adventure programming, during which an exciting traveling exhibit is set up. And don’t forget their year-round Friday Starry Nights at the Hooper Planetarium.
Kids of all ages will love the RMSC. There is so much for them to see and do from the Dinosaur Trail, the touch tanks in the Marine Lab, the rainforest with its small waterfall, the outdoor play area, the pirate and castle playgrounds, and traveling exhibits.
Environmental Science & Sustainability Building
There is so much to explore at Roper Mountain Science Center that we promise you’ll need lots of visits to see everything. When you first arrive, you will enter through the Environmental Science and Sustainability Building. The building is dedicated to water ecology and sustainability practices and is filled with immersive experiences, a traveling exhibit (in summer), live animal displays, and more.
You can see a Timber Rattlesnake and Copperhead snake mere inches away and see a Hellbender up close as well. Kids love the interactive exhibits that teach them what not to flush down the toilet (parents like this one as well) and how to lower and raise the water level in a lake. Pretty neat stuff.
One of the most popular exhibits is the Nature Exchange. Here, your child can bring in items they found in nature, including moss, rocks, shells, lichen, or other items in exchange for points that they can use to spend on awesome items like crystals, fossils, and even owl pellets.
The Environmental Science and Sustainability Building is only open to the public during special events and Afternoon Explorations and Summer Adventure.
Harrison Hall of Natural Science
As you leave the lower level exit of the Environmental Science building, you can follow the path toward the Dinosaur Trail to the left or the Harrison Hall of Natural Science to the right. I am a huge ecology lover, so I immediately gravitate toward Harrison Hall. Here you will find multiple active classrooms to explore. There are live animals to meet and even touch like docile snakes, lizards, and sometimes even an alligator.
I love the permanent rainforest exhibit since it’s nice and humid and has a small waterfall, cocoa tree, and benches to enjoy the warmth, which feels especially nice during the colder months.
You can explore taxidermied animals, bone collections, specimen collections, and living animal exhibits. Your child can touch snakes, meet a skink, and learn about ecology and biodiversity during their exploration.
The Marine Lab is super popular because you and your children will be able to touch stingrays, starfish, and other sea creatures in the tide pool while learning about them.
The Ecology Lab showcases South Carolina habitats with their native animals, which include a Mountain Trout Stream, a Beaver/Turtle Pond, a Cypress Swamp (with an alligator), and a Salt Marsh. Guests can also check out a live honeybee hive at work.
Harrison Hall of Natural Science is only open to the public during special events such as Summer Adventure and Afternoon Explorations.
Dinosaur Trail
If you decide to head to the Dinosaur Adventure Trail first, then your dino adventure will start with a meet and greet with a Triceratops. All the dinosaurs are life-size models, so be sure to notice the awe in your young kid’s eyes as they notice them towering above them.
Be mindful of the ropes, as RMSC does not allow climbing on the majority of the exhibited dinosaurs. There is a big slide and play area that was designed to look like dinosaur bones coming out of the ground that kids can play on.
Don’t miss the animatronics T-Rex , which moves and roars. It’s motion-activated so you have no idea it’s going to move until you (or your kids) walk in front of it.
The Dinosaur Adventure Trail is open to the public during special events, Afternoon Explorations, and Summer Adventure.
Pirate & Castle Playgrounds
Your kids will LOVE the two newer playgrounds: a large pirate playground for older kids and a smaller castle playground for toddlers.
Both are located next to Harrison Hall and are partially in the shade depending on the time of day. There are benches for parents to sit on as well. Kids really love these new playgrounds as they foster lots of imaginative adventures on the high seas and in the world of knights and ladies at the castle.
These playgrounds are open during Summer Adventure and Afternoon Explorations.
Living History Farm & Butterfly Garden
One of my earliest memories as a kid was visiting the Living History Farm when I was in Kindergarten. With authentic log cabins, a schoolhouse, a working barn, and a reconstructed former slave cabin, there is so much history that you can live the experience. Walking through the gardens, fields, pasture, farm pond, and farm animals certainly lend itself to easily imagining that time period.
The Living History Farm also has an incredible garden in the summer. You will find the Butterfly Garden on the outskirts of the Living History Farm. The garden has native plants that are frequently visited by butterflies, bees, and other pollinators.
The Living History Farm is only open to the public during special events and Summer Adventure while the Butterfly Garden is open during Afternoon Explorations, Summer Adventure, and special events.
Symmes Hall of Science
If you are a lover of all things STEM, then the Symmes Hall of Science will be the highlight of your trip to the Roper Mountain Science Center. Though Symmes Hall is only open during special events, it is worth it when you get to explore chemical reactions through experimentation, explore Tesla coils and solar panels, and interact with robotics.
Hooper Planetarium & Daniel Observatory
Last, but not least, the incredible Hooper Planetarium and Daniel Observatory. If you are wanting to spark a love for science in your child, this is a great place to start. The Hooper Planetarium is designed with a 360-degree dome with 4K projection and a truly immersive sound system.
The Hooper Planetarium offers special space-themed programming called Friday Starry Nights throughout the year. The planetarium is also equipped with a Laser Fantasy projection system, which is spectacular, to say the least! You can enjoy Laser Days of Summer, Halloween Laser Shows, and Special Laser Events throughout the year.
If you’re looking for a truly magical experience for adults and kids, then head to the Daniel Observatory after your planetarium showing to look through the historic 23’’ refractor telescope. The telescope is the 8th largest of its kind in the United States! You’ll be able to observe Jupiter, Mars, Saturn, and more as you climb the steps to look through the scope.
Friday Starry Nights
Friday Starry Nights at the Roper Mountain Science Center on Friday nights is a favorite activity for many. Shows sell out quickly and RMSC suggests purchasing tickets online beforehand. You can find out everything you need to know about Friday Starry Nights in our KA review.
Friday Starry Nights are offered on Friday evenings throughout the year at the Hooper Planetarium. Typically, there are three showings (4:30 pm, 6:00 pm, 7:30 pm), with each showing offering a unique feature film themed around space. The 4:30 pm show is excellent for younger children to attend and is recommended for ages 4 and older. The 6:00 pm show is also kid-friendly and features a film that is more exploratory of space in a kid-friendly way. The 7:30 feature showing is most appropriate for older children and adults.
Tickets to Friday Starry Nights are $8/adults and teens, $7/kids ages 3-12. The shows are generally not recommended for kids three and under (I can vouch for this – to my dismay, my toddler was scared when we visited the planetarium during an event).
Laser Shows at the Hooper Planetarium
The planetarium also features several special events throughout the year, including Laser Days of Summer, Halloween Laser Shows, Holiday Laser Shows, Pink Floyd Laser Shows, and more. I saw the Laser Days of Summer Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon a couple of years ago, and it was EPIC.
These events are fully immersive, and allow you to sit back and listen to classic albums of the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, Stranger Things, and more while lasers tell a story across the 360 degree screen. Regularly check the Roper Mountain Science Center website for updates about their upcoming special events and laser shows.
Tickets for Laser Days of Summer can be purchased, and the event generally begins in July. Multiple showings are offered from Thursday through Saturday from 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm on most nights. Tickets for Laser Days of Summer are $8 per adult or child.
The Nature Exchange
There are 12 Nature Exchanges in the country and they are like little shops for kids that focus on learning about things you find in nature and seeking out neat things that you may not otherwise see if perhaps you weren’t looking for them.
The Nature Exchange at the RMSC is the only one in the state but it’s connected to the other 11 through a database. When your kids sign up, they are entered into this national database. As they rack up points, if they visit another Nature Exchange on a trip, they can use those points to get something from that particular place they visit.
At the Nature Exchange at RMSC, there are lots of neat items already that kids can choose from if they earn enough points. Each person who signs up automatically gets 100 points plus they get points for their birthday, also. Kids can then choose something from the big Nature Exchange wall that is the same number or less than the points they have accumulated. Or, they can accumulate their points and save up for something super cool like a dinosaur fossil plate or a pretty stone or a big bug.
Kids will find everything from gemstones to intricate shells to mummified grasshoppers and tarantulas. The Nature Exchange is located on the top floor of the Environmental Science and Sustainability Building, to the left of the main entrance.
Afternoon Explorations
Afternoon Explorations is when RMSC is open to the public during the school year. Guests will have access to the Environmental Science and Sustainability Center, the Rain Forest Room, Marine Lab and Ecology Lab in Harrison Hall of Natural Science as well as the Living History Farm when weather permits.
You will also be able to hunt for dinosaurs on the Dinosaur Adventure Trail, play in Wildwood, visit the Butterfly Garden, and play on the Pirates of the Carolinas playground.
Tickets for Afternoon Explorations are $8/adults and teens, $7/kids ages 3-12. Members receive free admission.
2026 Summer Adventure & Traveling Exhibit
Summer Adventure will happen May 27th – July 25th, 2026. Visit during Summer Adventure Tuesday – Saturdays from 10 am – 4 pm. Explore all the exhibits RMSC has to offer.
The traveling exhibit changes every year, so it’s something special and unique to experience. Summer Adventure also offers special programs, including cockroach racing, the Eat a Bug challenge, farm animal interactions at the Living History Farm, period costume volunteers, and more to get children engaged and excited about science.
The Butterfly Exhibit is a favorite of ours and many of our readers. Butterflies are in a greenhouse and guests can go in with some Gatorade on a stick, and butterflies will land on it. Or they will land on you! We learned that if you are sweating and wear bright colors, you have a greater chance of a butterfly taking up residence on you.
If you really want to get adventurous, you can earn your membership in the Eat-A-Bug Club on Saturdays at 11 am or watch a cockroach race on Saturdays at 11:30 am. Both are worth going for, even if you don’t eat bugs.
Admission is free for members, and tickets are $16 per adult and $15 per child 3 – 12 years of age. EBT cardholders can purchase tickets for $5.
The Butterfly Garden
The outdoor butterfly garden is located beside the parking lot in front of the Harrison Hall of Natural Science. It’s definitely something to check out, enjoy the beautifully landscaped garden, and see some butterflies. If you’d like to make it a homeschool adventure, try some of the books, ideas and activities below.
Make it Educational
Math: Draw the butterflies with colored pencils (maybe take pictures with a cell phone to reference later) and keep a tally count of how many of each variety you see. Once you return home, turn your tally count into a bar graph. Siblings can compare their graphs and see how they differ.
Science: Use some butterfly books or websites to help you name the different species of butterflies you see. If it’s too much to manage “in the field” just take pictures and look them up when you get home. The following resources may be helpful.
Discuss the butterfly life cycle before or after your visit to the garden. Here’s a great freebie kids’ resource of the life cycle.
Language Arts: Come up with some super sentences about butterflies. Make them factual or fictional. Use the bright colors and textures of the insects and the garden to dress up your sentences with adjectives. Look at how the butterflies move and what they do to pick some great verbs for your sentences.
Resources
This website deals with butterflies specific to our area, and has pictures that may be helpful to you when trying to name species.
The Life Cycles of Butterflies: from egg to maturity, a visual guide to 23 common garden butterflies (J 595.789 Burris) by Judy Burris and Wayne Richards -This book shows the life cycle of butterflies, but also shows pictures of common butterflies and areas where they are found. The Greenville libraries have many other fine books on butterflies with photographs under the call number J 595.789.
If you’d like to know a little more about the purpose of butterfly gardens, or the specific plants and landscaping you see at the garden, check out this portion of Roper Mountain’s website. It lists the host plants and nectar plants found at the science center’s butterfly garden. Many of these plants are labeled in the garden. Spend some time examining these plants.
Summer Camps
RMSC is focused on making STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics- fun for kids, and summer camps are no exception. But summer at Roper Mountain is more than just science: they also offer camps focusing on art, literature, moviemaking, mythology, photography and so much more. Summer camps at the Roper Mountain Science Center are available from K5 through Grade 12, and early drop-off and lunch stays are available for students attending separate morning and afternoon sessions.
Summer camp registration begins in March and camps fill up very quickly. Members will get first dibs on summer camp registration and if you really, really want your kid in a certain camp, you can get the concierge membership, which will ensure you will be able to register your kid(s) before anyone else.
Science on Wheels – Bring Science Lessons to You
If you are looking for a unique and science-driven demonstration for a school program or public outreach program Science on Wheels will bring the experimentation to you. They even have a portable planetarium! The program is perfect for school science days, preschools, library events, family audiences, afterschool groups, evening school events, summer camps, and community centers.
If you think RMSC’s Science on Wheels would be perfect for your group event, you can request more information by contacting the Roper Mountain Science Center directly. Educators can also utilize the many amazing programs Roper Mountain has to offer, including field trips, virtual field trips, e-learning Live From Roper, and more to boost their science curriculum for their students.
RMSC Membership
Speaking of membership to the RMSC, they have some worthwhile packages, especially if your family loves science and technology.
Memberships include free admission to Afternoon Explorations, Summer Adventure, and Friday Starry Nights, special pricing for special events and Laser Days of Summer, and early registration to summer camps. A family membership costs $125 and is easily paid for in just a couple of visits to the RMSC.
Additionally, members get free or discounted admission to over 300 science centers and museums worldwide. This is a great perk when traveling or planning day trips or summer vacations. Just know that the program only works if you live outside of a 90 mile radius of RMSC, so it would currently not work for free admission to the Schiele Museum in Gastonia or the WNC Nature Center.
Bottom line: A membership to the RMSC is a good investment in both learning and entertainment!
Conestee Nature Preserve Offers Trails, Education, and Fun for Everyone: Greenville, SC
Conestee Nature Preserve in Greenville, SC opened in 2006, and quickly has become a favorite destination for families across the Upstate. We’ll tell you all about this amazing preserve right in the heart of Greenville.
Conestee Nature Preserve is an incredible park with miles of trails, wetlands, boardwalks, educational programs, and lots of hands-on opportunities to learn about the environment, conservation, and participate in some pretty cool things. We are big fans of the Preserve and can’t wait to tell you all about it here.
About Conestee Nature Preserve
First and foremost, it is easy to confuse Conestee Nature Preserve (CNP) with its neighbor, Conestee Park. Managed by Greenville County Recreation, Conestee Park has an enormous playground, stadium, baseball fields, dog park and picnic shelter. For more about Conestee Park check out Kidding Around Greenville’s mom review of Conestee Park.
The nature Preserve boasts 13 miles of trails that crisscross 640-acres of forest and wetlands. In 2020, the Preserve changed its name from Lake Conestee Nature Park to Conestee Nature Preserve to better reflect the park’s environment education and conservation mission.
Since its inception in 2006, the nonprofit has purchased more land and expanded the preserve, making it one of the top nature destinations in Greenville. They host events throughout the year like river cleanups, night hikes, bird watching, homeschool days, educational programs for kids, and even adult events like the Winter Wine Walk, which features wine and food.
Trails at Conestee Nature Preserve
With 13 miles of hiking and walking trails, you can easily get however many miles you’d like of the easy trails. We like to combine them and wander around. Conestee Nature Preserve has a helpful Trail Guide to get you started. We like using AllTrails as well in there to kind of see where we are and help us get to where you want to be.
There are boardwalks throughout the park as well where you can observe all kinds of cool things in the water like salamander eggs, salamanders, turtles, fish, ducks, geese, and lots of different kinds of birds. There are 11 observation decks so no shortage of places to check out the local wildlife.
The Swamp Rabbit Trail even goes through the heart of the Preserve. In the spring, be sure to look for all the cool wildflowers. We like using the free Seek app to identify them. Just don’t pick any and follow the Leave No Trace principles.
Mountain Biking at Conestee Nature Preserve
It may not be widely known but there are mountain biking trails at Conestee Nature Preserve. The trails are accessed by parking at 415 Churchill Circle, Greenville. They are located on the Brushy Creek Lands and are used by both pedestrians and bikers so trail etiquette is important.
The Preserve asks that bikes go right on trails on even days, and left on odd. Pedestrians should go left on even days, and right on odd. You can see the trails on this map.
Birding at Conestee Nature Preserve
Other than hiking and biking, there are many other fun things to do at Conestee Nature Preserve. CNP is one of our favorite destinations for birdwatching. The National Audubon Society has designated the Preserve as an Important Bird Area of Global Significance, and over 220 bird species have been reported by the Greenville County Bird Club. You can join the Greenville County Bird Club on a guided bird trip in the Preserve on the third Saturday of every month.
They do a short and long walk so you can choose what suits you best.
Educational Programs at Conestee Nature Preserve
We have been to so many of the Preserve’s educational programs and have loved all of them. Here are some of the different programs they offer.
Field Trips
Ever seen an ant zombie or get up close to a snake? It’s all possible if your school group does a field trip at the Preserve! They offer field trips from pre-K all the way through high school and adhere to the South Carolina Science Standards. The field trips fill up really fast so if your group wants to do it, get in touch with them well before the beginning of the next school year.
Field trips are free for public schools. The cost for private schools are $10/student for a standard field trip (3.5-4 hours long) and $8/student for a two-hour field trip. For homeschoolers, the cost is $10/student, $5/adult or child ages 3 and 4 for a standard field trip; $8/student, $4/adult for two-hour field trip.
Classes & Programs for Ages 2 and Up
If you have been looking for educational but fun classes for your kids, then you are in luck! Conestee Nature Preserve offers classes for kids ages 2 through middle school! Classes are offered monthly, and they even have some specialized homeschool classes and adult classes you may want to check out. Some of the adult classes include themes like rain barrel workshops, guided hikes, and birding! Tickets must be purchased ahead of time.
Preschool Nature Discovery Club (Knee-High Naturalist)
For younger children ages 2 – 4 years old, this spectacular program gets your kids outdoors learning about local wildlife. Cee, our instructor during our hour long class, was amazing! She speaks to every child with kindness, making the class interesting and fun, while creating a fun craft to go along with our lesson.
For our class in February, we started off reading a book about the subject we would be studying, in our case, metamorphosis. The classes have a different theme each month and correspond with what is going on during that time of year. We then explored logs for larvae and beetles, and the kids were so excited to find some critters crawling around on the logs. Afterward, we made a fun craft lighting bug that paired with the theme while reading another book and talking about what we saw.
The class is an excellent bite-size science lesson for littles, allowing them to engage with nature and look a little closer at the world around them. Classes are available twice per month, usually on a Thursday morning or Saturday morning, during the school year.
Nature Discovery After School Program: Elementary and Middle School Classes
Nature Discovery is a really cool program that gives exclusive access to elementary and middle school students to parts of the Preserve that the general public cannot go to. Kids can explore well beyond anything they could if they just visited the Preserve and this lets them dig deeper into the environments present and learn all about the different wildlife and seasonal cycles.
We did a salamander-focused Nature Discovery with the middle school group and had such a fun time! We learned what the eggs look like, got to search for them, hold them, and look at them under a microscope. We even got to search around to find a salamander, which one of the kids in our group. It was the coolest thing. Like the themes for the younger kids, these classes also follow the seasons and what is happening that time of year.
The staff at the Preserve are so passionate about their jobs and it’s hard not to have some of that passion rub off on the students while there.
Nature Discovery is offered in the fall and spring and you can sign up for one class or the semester. They meet every other week in the late afternoons. The cost is $10/session or $50 for all eight sessions.
Homeschool Days
The Preserve offers multiple homeschool days throughout the year but they sell out quickly. This is a drop-off program and you must reserve tickets in advance. You can stay tuned to their events page or subscribe to their email newsletter for the latest updates on when those dates are released.
Summer Camps
Conestee Nature Preserve has awesome summer camps for rising 3rd-5th graders. These camps are all day and the kids get a first class education and behind-the-scenes look at all the cool things that happen at the Preserve.
NEW: Nature Playscape
The brand new nature playscape at Conestee Nature Preserve is like walking into a forest that was designed specifically to ignite the imagination – and it opens to the public Saturday, April 12th. Cool fact: much of the wood used was taken from fallen trees after Helene. You are going to be blown away by the wood carvings!
Every detail has been put in place to encourage creativity, play, and imagination. There’s a beaver lodge, hawks nests, a stream with jumping rocks, paths to run on, dirt to play in, and even tadpoles that will soon become grown up residents of the playscape.
Many parts of the new space are naturally shaded by the canopy of trees and there are bridges, a slide, and so many cool things woven into the acre playscape. It’s such a beautiful and wonderful addition to an already beloved nature preserve in Greenville.
There’s also a picnic area that can be rented out. A throne-like seat carved from a tree that was felled during Hurricane Helene is the centerpiece for the storytime area. It also has some pretty cool acoustics. A toddler area is in the front and kids can built tipis and play in the dirt throughout the natural landscape towards the back of the playscape in the walking trails area.
Treehugger Customs designed the space – these are the same guys who designed the Old Soul Treehouse getaway in nearby Waterloo, SC – and be sure to take time to enjoy their thoughtful details. We promise you’ll love everything as much as we do.
To access the playscape, park in the lot next to the community garden. It’s right at the entrance.
Visiting Conestee Nature Preserve
Conestee Nature Preserve is open daily sunrise to sunset. While there is no admission, the Preserve kindly asks for a donation of $3/person. All proceeds go to supporting the Preserve. It is entirely a nonprofit and funded by donations.
Other tips when visiting the Preserve
CNP has a brand new little shop, which you can check out at the main entrance near the playgrounds. You can purchase CNP-branded merch.
Dogs are allowed at the park but they must be on leash at all times.
Follow Conestee Nature Preserve on Facebook to get the most up-to-date information on trail closures. The Preserve often floods and sometimes these waters can damage or close trails.
There is absolutely no swimming at Conestee Nature Preserve, for humans or animals. The lake was created when the Reedy River was dammed at the Conestee Mill in 1892. The lake originally covered about 130 acres, but over the years industrial waste and discharge filled about 90% of it with sediment so toxic that the lake was classified a Superfund site. Safety studies of the brownfield site were completed, and it was determined that the best course of action would be to leave the toxic sediment in place.
Conestee Nature Preserve
840 Mauldin Road, Greenville (there are four other entrances to trails, which you can view on the Conestee website)
Conestee Nature Preserve Website | Conestee Nature Preserve Facebook
Love bird watching? Be sure to read our article about Upstate, SC birds at Lake Conestee.
What is your favorite place to visit in Conestee Nature Preserve?
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Your Little Astronomer Will Love Friday Starry Nights at the Roper Mountain Planetarium in Greenville, SC
There was an audible gasp from most of the crowd as they stepped into the new T.C. Hopper Planetarium at Roper Mountain Science Center for the 6:00 pm showing of Starry Nights in Greenville, SC. After going through a nearly year-long $1 million-plus renovation in 2017, the Roper Mountain planetarium is one of Greenville’s most amazing gems, and it is truly stunning.
The RMSC is part of the Greenville County School System and they strive to engage kids of all ages in the sciences in ways that are imaginative, fun, and memorable. RMSC is truly one of the coolest things you can do here and Starry Nights at the only planetarium in Greenville, SC is a favorite activity of not only us here at Kidding Around but lots of Greenville families.
Friday Starry Nights at Roper Mountain Science Center
Being somewhat of a science and space nerd, I could not wait for Starry Nights to open. I had only ever been to a planetarium in elementary school and I barely remembered it. However, I’ve always been fascinated with space and was convinced my calling was an astronaut after my mom took me to the Kennedy Space Center in Florida once. I got to go there with my own kids last summer and it was incredible. I was resurrecting those astronaut dreams again in my head.
While working for NASA didn’t pan out, enjoying the new RMSC planetarium is a close enough second place. Being the only planetarium near Greenville, SC makes it a special place to visit while in the Upstate.
The lobby of the planetarium consists of interactive video games, space memorabilia from movies and Disney, and building block-type games where kids can pass the time while they wait to get into the show.
There are three shows currently playing at the planetarium on Friday nights, at 4:30 pm, 6:00 pm and 7:30 pm, the earlier one being geared more toward young kids. Each show starts with a 15-minute pre-show that includes what the night sky looks like that night and how to pick out constellations. The way the show is presented makes you feel like you are lying on your back outside just checking out the night sky, which is certainly aided by the reclining seats.
The shows I attended ended with a life-like ride on a roller-coaster on Mars. I love roller coasters so this was a treat.
Cool Facts about the Hooper Planetarium
So what does it feel like inside the planetarium? My first emotion was relaxation. Reclining on the seats and gazing at the stars, the planets, and Earth evokes almost a sense of smallness in the universe if that makes sense. The sheer magnitude of the screen and the state-of-the-art room is astounding. It really makes you feel like you are a part of a space flight or the Mars roller-coaster, or on a blanket outside at night.
The planetarium was significantly renovated in 2017 and is so well done. The dome is a 360-degree immersion dome with 4K projection and incredible surround sound. It’s the only planetarium in the country to have what is called the Spitz 4K IQ projection system, which basically means it is super awesome and the experience is nearly unmatched anywhere else in the country.
Before the show, the emcee gives the audience a little show-and-tell of the light system, the 360 immersion sensation and elicits tons of “oohs” and “ahhhs” for a good ten minutes. Totally worth it.
The Daniel Observatory at Roper Mountain Science Center
The Daniel Observatory houses the 23″ refractor telescope, only the eighth of its kind in the country. It is big, like really big. Whatever you are thinking, think bigger. To look through the telescope, you have to climb a ladder.
Since I’m such a nerd, I was instantly wowed by this ginormous telescope. The RMSC staff helps visitors to look through the telescope and tells them what they are seeing. They also have lots of gadgets and big screens to help provide more information about the galaxy and stars and all the cool things going on inside the observatory.
Buying Tickets for Friday Starry Nights
Friday Starry Nights is offered every Friday at the RMSC with three shows – one at 4:30 pm, 6 pm, and the final at 7:30 pm. They are about an hour long and the 4:30 pm and 6:00 pm shows are certainly geared more towards younger children ages four and up. I brought my six-year-old and she loved it. There were kids there much younger and others a lot older.
RMSC does not recommend bringing kids under age 3. If your child (or you) needs to leave for some reason, the staff is very accommodating and attentive and will light up the emergency lights on the stairs so you can get out easily.
Tickets must be purchased online and sell out fast. Tickets are $8 for adults and $7 for kids ages 3-12, military and senior citizens. RMSC members and children three and under are free.
Roper Mountain Science Center
402 Roper Mountain Rd, Greenville
864.355.8900
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See more about Roper Mountain Science Center in our review.
Herdklotz Park: Kids Love to Visit Again and Again in Greenville, SC
Have you been to Herdklotz Park in Greenville? It’s such a beautiful park, is close to Paris Mountain, and gives you an unexpected view of the downtown Greenville skyline. With two large playgrounds, unique climbing structures, and two multi-purpose athletic fields, this park has it all.
If there’s one thing my child loves, it’s heading to the park and playing on the playground. And to be honest—I love the opportunity for her to be outside and get some energy out. Herdklotz Park is a perfect place for her to play and run around.
To read more park reviews see our Kidding Around Greenville Parks page.
History of Herdklotz Park
First, a little history. Herdklotz Park is named for former county councilman, Dick Herdklotz, because of his desire to advance outdoor recreation in the Greenville area. So, even if the name is hard to remember, the sentiment behind it is very much appreciated. The location of this beautiful park is that of the former Hopewell Hospital, built in 1930 to treat patients with tuberculosis. The original building burned down one morning in 2002, but you can still walk by one remaining building and read about its history.
This spacious county park sits on 17 acres at the base of Paris Mountain. You will find very large athletic fields on both sides of the playground. Games and team practice are often going on, but if you’re lucky enough to find the fields open, they’re perfect for running and playing.
Herdklotz boasts one of the few county parks that has a sand volleyball court and horseshoe pits (you furnish the horseshoes). The pavilion shelter is up on the hill overlooking the park and is a lovely spot for a gathering (be sure to reserve your time in advance!). Bathrooms are just on the other side of the pavilion. And the panoramic view of downtown Greenville can be seen from the top of the hill.
The playgrounds at Herdklotz
The Herdklotz Park playgrounds are some of the best playgrounds in Greenville (see our list of the 5 best playgrounds in Greenville for even more choices). The larger playground has a three-story tower for climbing. There are 6 slides, a climbing wall, a large swing set and a kid favorite—the sliding handle. Because it’s so large and challenging, this is definitely the place for older children or younger ones who are good at climbing.
The smaller playground is fenced in and has its own covered pavilion with a few picnic tables (perfect for a mid-visit snack!). This smaller playground is where you’ll find the swings for toddlers and the much smaller playset geared toward the little ones.
Between the two playgrounds is a .545 walking trail, perfect for exercising while the children play. You can see the larger playground no matter where you are on the path. If you want to take the children on a walk with you, there is a learning path with signs and many teaching opportunities.
Tips for Visiting Herdklotz Park with your kids
Favorites:
- huge climbing tower
- comfortable picnic tables near the action (it’s even on our list of the best picnic spots in Greenville)
- fenced in toddler/smaller playground with picnic tables under a small shelter
- the famous sliding handle
- shade
- scenic view
- large athletic fields
Drawbacks:
- little playground and big playground are far apart
- no toddler seats on the big playground swings
Where is Herdklotz Park
Herdklotz Park is tucked away off Rutherford Road, right behind Half Mile Lake subdivision at 126 Beverly Road in Greenville. The parking lot is vast, with spots close to the playgrounds. And if you’re lucky, you’ll watch a train go by on your drive to or from the park.
126 Beverly Road, Greenville
What is your kid’s favorite thing about Herdklotz Park?
Restaurant Week Is A Great Opportunity To Try A New Spot In Greenville, SC
Are you ready for the first Restaurant Week in Greenville, SC of 2026? There will never be a better time to support your Greenville restaurants than right now! The whole state of South Carolina will hold its annual Restaurant Week in January, and Greenville also holds a mini-Restaurant Week in August. The South Carolina Restaurant Week provides diners with the perfect opportunity to support locals and try something new.
The January 2026 restaurant week lineup includes over two dozen restaurants in Greenville for you to try between January 8 – 18, 2026.
That’s a lot to choose from, so we will pick a few Upstate favorites and explain how to best take advantage of this special week for lovers of local restaurants.
(more…)Mom Review: Greenville Gemstone Mine
Looking for something fun to do inside in downtown Greenville? KAG Contributor Andrea Beam is sharing a family favorite with us today, the Greenville Gemstone Mine, located right along Downtown Greenville’s Main Street, across from the Hyatt. This shop offers unique gifts and a place where kids can do a little gem mining for themselves.
We have an amazing time every time we hang out in downtown Greenville. However, if you ask my son to name his favorite activity, he would tell you it is “finding treasure” at Greenville Gemstone Mine on Main Street.
While I can’t say I share his love for “treasure,” I do appreciate the tables full of unique jewelry and cases of sparkly stones. The prices are just as appealing as the merchandise. It is definitely worth a visit (or two), even without little ones in tow!
I’ve never been in the store when it wasn’t packed. If there is one thing I am not completely crazy about, it’s the size of the place. It’s rather small. Having said that, we always manage to make our way through the crowd to the back (where the fun begins) with ease.
Now to our mining adventure! The first thing you’ll do is choose your bucket of rocks. They have many sizes, but the $9 kiddie bucket suits my budget just fine. If you happen to have extra cash burning a hole through your wallet, you can pay as much as $55 for a mega bucket. Once you’ve made your choice, the (extra friendly) associates will give you a ziplock bag, a Gemstone identification chart and turn you loose! My son likes to take his time in the magical waters and smiles as each stone turns into something shiny and new. This is the part where you, as the parent, can stand back and check your Facebook page – I mean, take pictures.
When you’re done, you’ll leave with a slightly damp bag of treasure and one happy customer!
Want to visit Greenville Gemstone Mine?
Greenville Gemstone Mine is open 7 days a week:
Monday-Wednesday 10 am – 6 pm
Thursday 10 am – 7 pm
Friday-Saturday 10 am – 8 pm
Sunday 11 am – 6 pm
Go ahead and plan your visit. Show up around 10 and you’ll be out in time for an early lunch!
Just a side note: walk out the door, turn left and walk a short distance to the Subway on the same side of the street. If the weather is nice, we like to take our sandwiches across the street and eat at the tables in the Hyatt courtyard.
A second Greenville location is open in Haywood Mall near Macy’s. Hours for the mall location are
Monday-Thursday 10 am – 8 pm
Friday-Saturday 10 am – 9 pm
Sunday 12 pm – 7 pm
Have you ever taken your kids to Greenville’s Gemstone Mine?
Looking for more fun ideas? Try our The Ultimate Guide to Things to Do Inside in Greenville.
Fly High at These Awesome Trampoline Parks in Greenville
Are you looking for a fun activity for the whole family in or near Greenville? Check out one of these trampoline parks in Greenville, SC! Below, you will learn all about the various trampoline parks in Greenville with prices and other information parents need to know.
At the Chef’s Table: A Unique Way to Experience Greenville’s Food and History
🌟 Looking for a creative date-day idea or a local experience in Greenville, SC? At The Chef’s Table from Greenville History & Culinary Tours offers an unforgettable way to explore Greenville through delicious food and interesting history.
I’ve lived in Greenville my whole life, and I thought I knew every nook and cranny of downtown Greenville. That is, until I took one of Greenville’s history tours, At The Chef’s Table, with John Nolan. This 2.5-hour walking tour blended the rich history of downtown Greenville with some of downtown’s most delicious restaurants.
It turned out to be one of the best date days my husband and I have ever had! It’s easy, fun, and absolutely delicious, the kind of food tour that will make anyone, from lifelong Greenvillians to first-time visitors, fall in love with the city. We loved the Saturday afternoon tour, but John also offers an At the Chef’s Table Tuesday Night tour as well!
Special thanks to John Nolan of Greenville History & Culinary Tours for inviting us on this tour.
The Storyteller Guiding Greenville’s History Tours
Local author and historian John Nolan has combined two of his greatest passions, Greenville’s rich history and booming culinary industry, into one unforgettable experience. His At the Chef’s Table tour takes guests on a walking culinary adventure through some of downtown Greenville’s best restaurants, complete with fascinating stories, historic photos, and relaxed conversation. After over 18 years of providing historic tours of Greenville, John has gotten really good at his job!
Greenville’s food scene has absolutely taken off in recent years. The city is now home to talented, creative chefs who blend local and international flavors to craft dishes that are as memorable as the stories behind them. All of the stops on the tour feature Table 301 restaurants, known for shaping Greenville’s modern dining culture with innovation and heart. John has created something special and unique, really showcasing how wonderful downtown Greenville is. It’s really interesting to think about the massive transformation the area has gone through in a little over a century.
At The Chef’s Table Tour: A Bite-Sized Preview
The Lazy Goat: Mediterranean Flavors to Start
Our first stop was The Lazy Goat, and from the moment we walked in, we felt like VIPs. The sous chef personally introduced the menu, describing how each course had been curated just for our group; many items weren’t even on the regular menu.
We started with tender lamb served with harissa sauce, creamy goat cheese, and a perfectly paired wine (I don’t drink wine often, but I trust that the flavors melded well). Then came one of Lazy Goat’s signature dishes: fried goat cheese balls with pistachio. Crispy, tangy, and melt-in-your-mouth perfect, these were so good! The staff shared how the restaurant takes inspiration from Mediterranean flavors with the idea that the flavors are meant to heighten one another. When Kristina went on the tour a couple of years back, her experience had her asking for “Just. One. More. Bite. My eyes were fighting with my full stomach as I stared down the dark chocolate tart at The Lazy Goat.”
It was the perfect way to begin our Greenville culinary experience. We learned about the various clocks that line the wall of The Lazy Goat behind our table, and were reminded to take the time to enjoy the our meal and the people we are sharing it with.
Strolling Through History on the Riverwalk
Between restaurants, John guided us on short, easy walks through downtown Greenville, pointing out pieces of history you’d probably miss on your own. We learned about the original Duke’s Mayonnaise plant, an old cigar factory, and how the area along the Reedy River once had train tracks running right through what’s now the Riverwalk, where artist studios and the Swamp Rabbit Trail collide.
He brought a binder along full of old photos and stories that made it feel like we were walking through time. I have lived in the Greenville area my entire life, and I learned things I’d never heard before, which made me appreciate Greenville’s growth even more. This part of the Greenville history tour made the day feel just as enriching as it was delicious, and John snuck in little tidbits of knowledge throughout each stop of the tour.
Soby’s: A Taste of Transformation
Next up was Soby’s New South Cuisine, a literal Greenville staple. One of the most interesting parts about how Soby’s came to be is how many times the building transformed over the past century (I’ll let John tell you more about that). Now, Soby’s is one of Greenville’s top restaurants. Table 301’s vision to revitalize the building that houses Soby’s helped spark downtown’s culinary revival, beginning in the 1990’s, and it’s easy to see why.
Here, we were served one of our favorite dishes on the tour, which included a Southwestern-inspired breakfast dish with the softest short rib and a yummy runny egg; it was so savory! The meal was paired perfectly with the sommelier’s chosen wine. The chef came out to tell us about the ingredients and inspiration, and it was fun learning about why he chose the flavors he did. Our seat at Soby’s was right near the kitchen, so we could sneak a peek at what was going on behind the scenes while we ate.
Take a Nose Dive into Elevated Southern Food
A short stroll later, we found ourselves at Nose Dive, where comfort food meets creativity. We were served a true Southern classic, but with a twist. Shrimp and grits, but with a rich, savory gravy that had my mouth watering a little when they sat in on the table in front of me. We had little mini mimosas on the side, one of Nose Dive’s specialties!
While we ate, John pointed out nearby architecture and how the building transformed into what it is today, and how you can still find some of the original building’s massive cabinetry right across the street. It was the perfect blend of storytelling and dining, exactly what makes this Greenville culinary tour such a unique way to see the city.
CAMP – A Sweet Finish
Of course, my favorite meal was the dessert to end our tour. Every good meal deserves a grand finale, and CAMP delivered. For one thing, CAMP is so gorgeous and modern inside. It just felt so cozy, which I feel like is a very hard combination to achieve, but they did it! We were seated near the kitchen entrance and immediately greeted by the pastry chef. They served us the most delicious warm apple tart topped with apple sorbet and crumble. It was the perfect balance of tart, sweet, and cozy. Between the flavors and the friendly atmosphere, it felt like the perfect ending to a wonderful afternoon. Plus, John even mentioned that CAMP may be one of his favorites. Adding it to the future date night list!
Why At the Chef’s Table Stands Out
What makes At the Chef’s Table special is how personal it feels. Each restaurant welcomed us so warmly and treated John like they were old friends (which I am sure they truly are). The chefs and staff took time to share their stories and inspirations. Then, John tied it all together with the history that shaped Greenville into the food city it is today.
We had a great time conversing with the other couple we were dining with, enjoyed thoughtful wine pairings and a specialty cocktail, and felt like we were seeing Greenville through a whole new perspective. Nothing felt forced, it was truly inviting. It’s easy to understand why over 25,000 guests have taken this tour, and why many do it more than once. Every restaurant’s menu is curated just for your tour, often with off-menu dishes. Plus, John regularly refreshes the restaurants, so if you try it out another time in the future, you may get a totally new experience altogether.
It’s a great time, whether you’re a local looking for a fun date or unique gift experience, a newcomer eager to learn about Greenville’s culture and flavors, or a visitor wanting to taste the best of the city in one afternoon.
Kristina also said that the tours are “perfect for date nights or getting together with friends. It doesn’t matter if you are a local or just visiting Greenville – you will enjoy this and learn just a little more about this wonderful place.”
Know Before You Go
At The Chef’s Table has both a Tuesday night option and a Saturday afternoon option. Both are great for a date night, or would make a fantastic gift to a family member or friend who loves food and culture. For the At the Chef’s Table tour, you should know:
- Duration: About 2.5 hours
- Walking Distance: Just a few blocks — easy and accessible
- Stops: Four top downtown restaurants
- Includes: Food tastings, wine pairings, one specialty cocktail, and water
- Can accommodate food allergies and special dietary needs if given a heads up.
- Cost: Around $79 per person for the Saturday Afternoon tour
- Book your Culinary Tour ticket here.
More Tour Options with Greenville History & Culinary Tours
John has a van! And he is ready to take you on a food and history adventure throughout Greenville. Aside from At the Chef’s Table, John also offers a couple of other tours you may want to check out that range from $49 – $79 per person. Culinary tours include:
- Carolina Countryside Tour
- Greenville BBQ Trail Tour
- Greenville Breakfast Tour
- Greenville Coffee Tour
- New Restaurants of the Upstate Tour
If you’re looking to learn more about Greenville’s history, John also offers shorter tours that are primarily history-based, but he is really good at making things interesting. These include a Falls Park Walking Tour, Historic Neighborhoods driving tour, Photographic Journey of Old Greenville, just to name a few. These tours start around $25.
Give the Ultimate Experience Gift
Want to gift a tour as a gift, but not sure what will fit? You can get a gift card, so that whoever you’re looking to surprise with an amazing experience gift can choose which tour they would enjoy most! I highly recommend this experience as the ultimate gift for the foodie in your life; I have no doubt that they will love it.
Learn more about Greenville History Tours
864.567.3940
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Have you ever been on the Culinary Tour in downtown Greenville?
10 Kid-Friendly Restaurant Options That Aren’t Fast Food in Greenville, SC
Have you been searching for restaurants that are a little fancier, but are kid-friendly? Greenville, SC has several that are both! If you’re looking for a nice restaurant to celebrate something special or just something a bit nicer than chicken nuggets, check out this list of the best restaurants for kids in Greenville, SC.
Dining out with kids isn’t only for intrepid parents who’ve taken their kids to dinner since birth. Parents deserve some fun and creative dining experiences that don’t involve chicken tenders! To make it a more fun and memorable experience, in addition to providing you with a few dinner suggestions (not the usual suspects), we’ve also shared some of our tips below based on our dining experiences around town.
Tips for Eating Out with Kids
- Skip the kid’s menu. We have our 6 and 7-year-olds either share a main course or we order appetizers (a couple of small things in case they don’t like one of them).
- Request that all the food come out at the same time instead of the kid’s meals coming out first. This will ensure that the kids will be busy while parents are enjoying their own food.
- Always try to reserve a table if you can or eat early. Also, attempt to stick to your child’s routine to avoid meltdowns.
- Expect that the wait for your food will take time to be served and bring a bag of tricks. Our kids love to read and draw, so we always have them bring a book or entertain themselves with a box of crayons and paper while waiting for food. Check out this great list with a ton of suggestions of games and activities for waiting at a restaurant.
- Let them do the ordering; this makes the evening more interactive.
- This is your chance to teach your kids about table manners and how to behave when eating out in public. Be sure to brief them before you leave the house.
- Reward their adventurous spirits with something yummy from the dessert section.
Restaurants to Dine at That Are Kid-Friendly: Greenville, SC
If you are raring to go, here are a few places to get you started. We’ve listed a range, from elegant (good for special occasions like Valentine’s Day) to casual (a nice alternative to fast food). Greenville has such a great selection of restaurants, that we hope we’ve given you some options when dining out with the whole family.
Larkin’s
32 East Broad Street, Greenville, SC 29601 | 864-467-9777
Price: Splurge
In the heart of town, this restaurant offers some of the best city views in downtown. There is no children’s menu, but their entrees are big enough to share. The restaurant is located in Camperdown Plaza, so your kids can run around the area or play in the waterfall fountain while you wait. Call ahead to reserve a table.
Restaurant 17
10 Road of Vines, Travelers Rest, SC 29690 | 864-516-1254
Price: Splurge
Best paired with a visit to Campbell’s Bridge or after a visit to a nearby state park, Restaurant 17 is a half-hour drive from downtown Greenville. It belongs to Hotel Domestique, a boutique hotel beautifully nestled at the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains with sprawling views of the countryside. We love taking visitors here, to enjoy the fabulous views and their chef’s bold take on artisanal southern cuisine. If weather permits, you can request a table outside on their patio overlooking the pool.
While waiting for dinner to arrive, we usually take a stroll around their plaza which has an interesting water feature. Try to go before sunset so you can catch the amazing pink skyline. Though they don’t have a separate children’s menu, their kitchen has graciously whipped up a pasta dish for our kids. Call ahead to reserve a table.
Otto Izakaya
15 Market Point Drive, Greenville, SC 29607 | 864-568-8009
Price: Moderate
Asian food with flair. Otto Izikaya is a sleek-looking restaurant in Greenville. A bit hidden, the place surprises with high ceilings, great lighting, and a metropolitan atmosphere. Lots of small plates to choose from and a long list of house non-raw and traditional sushi rolls. The edamame with garlic and parmesan brings a new twist to this Japanese vegetable side dish.
Some fun things that our kids like on their menu are the pork buns, fried dumplings, and chicken satay which are non-spicy and children-friendly items. If you still have room for dessert, try the fried Oreos, which has received rave reviews. Call ahead to reserve a table.
Smoke on the Water
1 Augusta Street, #202, Greenville, SC 29601 | 864-232-9091
Price: Moderate
This tavern-style downtown eatery serves barbeque and southern favorites. We usually request a booth inside but there’s also a patio to enjoy if it’s a nice day. The place is usually loud and busy so one doesn’t have to be too worried about kids and their voices being too loud. For dessert, we walk a block down and have some frozen yogurt at Blueberry Frog. Call ahead to reserve a table.
Trappe Door
23 West Washington Street, Greenville, SC 29601 | 864-451-7490
Price: Moderate
It’s dark, cozy, and usually busy in this popular Belgian-inspired downtown restaurant. We love their Carbonade Flamande, a traditional Belgian stew, their Moules and Frites (mussels and fries), and the extensive European beer menu. With their fries, you’ll have a choice of three mayo-based dipping sauces of which I usually just order three of their truffle mayo.
The kid’s menu offers a choice of fries and either a vegetable or fruit bowl. Our kids get a kick out of their restrooms decorated with comic strips from the adventures of the junior detective Tin Tin. For dessert, we usually go to Rosa Luna next door to enjoy one of the best gelatos in town. Call ahead to reserve a table. No Reservations Required
Tupelo Honey Cafe
1 N Main Street Greenville, SC | 864-451-6200
Price: Moderate
If you love delicious southern cuisine, then Tupelo Honey Cafe is the place to go! Their menu is a hit with our kids, because who doesn’t love chicken and waffles? You can dine inside or outside on the open patio. It gets pretty loud, so you do not have to worry about your kids being too loud, it’s also close to the fountains and open space at One Greenville, so if your kids need a break from the table they can run around there and you can easily see them. We recommend reservations, especially on the weekends.
Nose Dive
116 S Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601 | 864-373-7300
Price: Moderate
The Nose Dive in Greenville is a local favorite. The atmosphere is a little louder, so you don’t have to worry if your kids fuss or have an indoor voice that’s really more appropriate for a stadium. They also have a fun kids’ menu! No reservations are required, but they are available.
Menkoi Ramen House
241 North Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601 | 864-373-9233
Price: Deal
If you want a quick dinner but not the usual fast food joint, head to the downtown location of this authentic Japanese noodle shop located at NOMA Square. Great for winter weather and ready in minutes, order your own or share a bowl of hot broth served with thin slices of pork, ramen noodles, bean sprouts, and egg. My daughter loves the gyoza (fried dumplings). If you don’t feel like soup, they also serve Japanese-style curry with rice.
Willy Taco
217 Laurens Road, Greenville, SC 29607
930 E Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29302
Price: Deal
Willy Taco is one of the best kid-friendly Greenville, SC restaurants! While there is no kids’ menu, you can easily order a single taco for your child or share a meal. Bonus: They have cornhole games set up outside.
White Duck Taco Shop
1320 Hampton Avenue Ext, Greenville, SC | 864-609-4150
Price: Deal
This place has the BEST tacos, especially their Korean Bulgogi taco. You can sit inside or outside, the vibe is nice and cozy, and you can have dessert at Waffle Drop. Hampton Station also has a few other shops to explore, an open area for kids to run around in while you wait for food, and your kids will enjoy the quesadillas at White Duck too, so win-win.
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