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The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Greenville, SC: Travel With KAG!

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Planning a visit to Greenville, SC? Travel to the area is booming, and we’re so glad you’re here! We love our little city (and so does The New York Times, Forbes, and Southern Living!) because there’s so much for everyone to see, do, and eat. Art connoisseurs, outdoor enthusiasts, foodies, and history buffs will all find something to enjoy while visiting Greenville.

And, of course, families have an incredible amount of opportunities to make memories here. So, since you’re planning to visit, we wanted to make your planning a little easier by giving you a list of our top recommendations for places to eat, places to stay, and things to do in Greenville… as well as a guide to parking in downtown Greenville.

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Top Stay and Play Destination (2026 KABOOM Awards)

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Families love a great stay-and-play getaway, somewhere you can sleep well, explore together, and make memories without ever running out of things to do. We asked our readers to vote for their top picks in our annual KABOOM Awards. Here’s what they chose as the best Stay & Play destination for families near Greenville, SC! 🌟🧳

Best Stay and Play Destinations

1st Place: Field Trip Glamping

Finalists:

  • Hotel Hartness
  • Grand Bohemian Lodge


KABOOM Awards Guide

Top Residential Service in Greenville, SC (2026 KABOOM Awards)

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Searching for trusted residential services in Greenville, SC? We asked our readers to vote for their favorites in our annual KABOOM Awards. Here’s who they chose as the best residential service in Greenville, SC! 🏡

Best Residential Service in Greenville, SC

1st Place: Tidy AF Greenville

Finalists:

  • The Charmed Nest, LLC
  • Bug Killers pest control

Intentional organizing for moms who do it all.

Tidy AF creates beautifully functional homes for busy, high-achieving families who are juggling careers, full lives, and are ready for their homes to finally support them. From elevated decluttering or moving support, to luxury organizing and full-service concierge setups, we design systems that bring calm, clarity, and ease back into your day.

We believe an organized home isn’t indulgent, it’s essential. And giving back is part of how we do business. Tidy AF proudly provides professional organizing services at no charge to local nonprofits and families in need, because everyone deserves a home that feels supportive, dignified, and peaceful.


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Top Newborn Photographers: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Awards Winners)

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Are you looking for the best newborn photographers in Greenville, SC? We have a whole photography guide, but if you’re looking for a quick list of the best newborn photographers in Greenville, SC, you’ve found it. Our readers voted as part of our KABOOM Awards contest. These are the top newborn photographers in Greenville, SC

Top Newborn Photographers in Greenville, SC

2026 Kaboom Awards Winner

Best newborn photographers in Greenville, SC

1st Place: Abbey Vitou Photography

Finalists:

  • Wild Oats Photography
  • Parkkonen Photography

Best Family Photographer: First Place
Best Newborn Photographer: First Place

Abbey Vitou Photography has won First Place in the Kaboom awards for Family Photographer three years running, won First Place for Newborn Photographer 2025 & 2026, won Best of the Upstate for 2024, has been published in online magazines, and has art displayed in two medical offices.

Abbey is an upstate photographer that strives to capture the beauty of life no matter what stage you’re in! From maternity and newborn to cake smashes and updated family pictures, she does it all. Photography is her passion so give her a call and make some memories together!

Find the best photographers in Greenville, SC

Check out more photographers in Greenville.

Don’t miss our Kidding Around Guide to Greenville Photography.


KABOOM Awards Guide

2025 KABOOM Awards

1st Place: Abbey Vitou Photography

Finalists: Parkkonen Photography

2024 KABOOM Awards

1st Place: Abbey Vitou Photography

Finalists: 

  • Megan White Photography
  • Angela Maria Photography
  • Chelsea Ashford Photography
  • Anna Bargeron
  • Hold Onto a Moment Photography

Top Family Resale Stores: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Awards Winners)

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You can get a great deal on almost anything at resale stores. Greenville, SC has a whole heap of thrift shops and consignment stores. In fact we have a whole thrift shop driving tour of Wade Hampton Boulevard and a huge guide to Budget Shopping. But if you’re looking for a quick list of the best resale stores in Greenville, SC, you’ve found it. Our readers voted on their favorite resale shops as part of our annual KABOOM Awards contest. Here are the best family resale shops in Greenville, SC.

Best Resale Shops in Greenville, SC

2026 Kaboom Awards Winners

Best Family Resale Stores in Greenville, SC

1st Place: Upstate Kids Consignment Sales

Finalists:

  • Switcharoos Consignment
  • Safe Harbor Resale Shop
  • ABC 123 Children’s Shop in Easley
  • Miracle Hill Thrift Store

KABOOM Awards Guide

2025 KABOOM Awards

1st Place: Upstate Kids Consignment

Finalists:

  • Switch-a-Roos
  • Kid to Kid Greenville SC
  • Miracle Hill Thrift Shops

2024 KABOOM Awards

1st Place: ReCraft Creative Reuse Center

Finalists:

  • Whippersnappers Kids & Maternity
  • Kid to Kid Greenville SC
  • Once Upon a Child Greenville
  • Safe Harbor Resale Shop

Top Family Travel Agency in Greenville, SC (2026 KABOOM Awards)

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Looking for a quick list of the best family travel agencies in Greenville, SC? We asked our readers to vote on their favorite agencies that help them plan vacation packages, cruises, Disney trips, and more in our annual KABOOM Awards. Here’s what they chose as the best family travel agency in Greenville, SC! ✈️

Best Family Travel Agency in Greenville, SC

Family Travel Agency in Greenville, SC

1st Place: Out the Door Travel

Finalists:

Polka Dots N Wishes Travel


Out the Door Travel is a full-service travel agency built on one simple belief: travel should be exciting, personal, and completely stress-free. Founded five years ago, we’ve grown into a passionate team of 30 knowledgeable agents who specialize in crafting unforgettable experiences—from family vacations and cruises to luxury getaways and bucket-list adventures around the world.

What sets us apart is our heart. We don’t just book trips—we build relationships. Many of our clients become lifelong friends, and every itinerary is planned with care, expertise, and attention to the small details that turn great trips into unforgettable ones. Best of all, our services come at no extra cost to our clients—we work directly with trusted travel partners to deliver exceptional value and peace of mind from start to finish.

At Out the Door Travel, our mission is simple: to help people dream, explore, and create memories that last a lifetime.


KABOOM Awards Guide

Love to travel? Us, TOO! We have a whole guide for that! Here’s our Kidding Around Media Travel Guide with destinations all over the Southeast US (and more!).

Top Car Wash (2026 KABOOM Awards)

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Searching for a quick list of the best car washes in Greenville, SC? We asked our readers to vote on their top picks, from quick drive-throughs to full detailing services, in our annual KABOOM Awards. Here’s what they chose as the best car wash in Greenville, SC! 🚗✨

Best Car Wash in Greenville, SC

1st Place: Papa Bear Car Wash


Papa Bear Car Wash is more than a place to clean your car — it’s a standard we’re proud to stand behind. Built on the belief that quality, care, and community matter, Papa Bear was created to deliver a wash experience we’d confidently give our own family, every single time. From our carefully maintained equipment to our friendly, knowledgeable team, everything we do is designed with intention and pride.

We focus on providing a safe, gentle, and effective wash that protects your vehicle while delivering a consistently great shine. Cleanliness, attention to detail, and customer trust are at the heart of our operation, because we know your car is an important part of your daily life. Whether you’re heading to work, school, practice, or a weekend adventure, you deserve a wash you can rely on.

As a locally owned and community-driven business, Papa Bear Car Wash values relationships just as much as results. We’re committed to serving our neighbors, supporting local communities, and creating a welcoming environment for every guest who enters our tunnel.

At Papa Bear, it’s not just about washing cars — it’s about taking care of people the way family should.


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Top Co-Working Spaces for Parents in Greenville, SC (2026 KABOOM Awards)

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Curious where the best co-working spots for parents in Greenville, SC are? We asked our readers to vote on their favorite local co-working spaces in our annual KABOOM Awards. Here’s what they chose as the best co-working places for parents in Greenville, SC! 💻☕

Best Co-Working Spaces in Greenville, SC

KABOOM Best Co-Working Spaces for Parents

1st Place Tie:

  • Venture X – Plush Mills
  • Endeavor Greenville

Venture X Greenville – Plush Mills is a locally owned and operated professional workspace offering modern offices, coworking, and meeting space designed to support today’s evolving workforce. Serving Greenville’s diverse business community since 2018, we provide flexible options for professionals, teams, and working families seeking a reliable, high-quality alternative to traditional office space.

Conveniently located just outside of downtown, Venture X delivers thoughtfully designed environments that promote focus, collaboration, and productivity. Whether supporting remote employees, small businesses, or growing organizations, our spaces adapt to changing work needs while maintaining a consistent, professional setting. Ample free convenient parking, unlimited coffee, community engagement, member appreciation events, and networking opportunities all with high-speed, dedicated fiber internet included.

Our membership includes entrepreneurs, established local companies, startups, and national brands including Fortune 100 companies, creating a well-rounded business community grounded in the Upstate. With boutique hotel-style hospitality and attentive service, we offer a premium experience that reflects both professionalism and comfort.


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Top Family Photographers: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Awards Winners)

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Who should you go to for exceptional family photography in Greenville, SC? We have a huge photography guide, but finding a photographer who fits your vision while providing artistic talent is easier thanks to our Kidding Around readers who voted for their favorite.

Our annual  KABOOM Awards contest of family favorites winners are some of the best family photographers near Greenville, SC.

Top Family Photographers in Greenville, SC

2026 Kaboom Awards Winners

Best family photographers in Greenville, SC

1st Place: Abbey Vitou Photography

Finalists:

  • K. Elizabeth Photography
  • Wild Oats Photography
  • Parkkonen Photography
  • Branch & Butterfly Photography

Best Family Photographer: First Place
Best Newborn Photographer: First Place

Abbey Vitou Photography has won First Place in the Kaboom awards for Family Photographer three years running, won First Place for Newborn Photographer 2025 & 2026, won Best of the Upstate for 2024, has been published in online magazines, and has art displayed in two medical offices.

Abbey is an upstate photographer that strives to capture the beauty of life no matter what stage you’re in! From maternity and newborn to cake smashes and updated family pictures, she does it all. Photography is her passion so give her a call and make some memories together!

Find the best photographers in Greenville, SC

Check out more photographers in Greenville.

Don’t miss our Kidding Around Guide to Greenville Photography.


KABOOM Awards Guide

2025 KABOOM Awards


1st Place: 
Abbey Vitou Photography

Finalists: 

  • Parkkonen Photography
  • Branch and Butterfly Photography

2024 KABOOM Awards

1st Place: Abbey Vitou Photography

Finalists: 

  • Megan White Photography
  • Angela Maria Photography
  • Chelsea Ashford Photography
  • Anna Bargeron
  • Hold Onto a Moment Photography

There’s more where that came from!

Top Overnight Summer Camps: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Awards Winners)

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What are the best overnight camps near Greenville, SC? Our readers voted as part of our annual KABOOM Awards Contest of family favorites across the Upstate. These are the reader-voted top overnight camps near Greenville, SC.

Top Overnight Camps in Greenville, SC

2026 Kaboom Awards Winners

Best overnight camps, Greenville, SC

1st Place: Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands

Finalists:

  • BJU EDUcamp
  • YMCA Camp Greenville

Girl Scouts create the world they want to live in and strive to make it better every single day. They explore their strengths, take on new challenges, and can always be themselves, regardless of background or ability. Supported by adult volunteers and mentors right here in our community, as well as millions of alums around the globe, Girl Scouts lead the way as they discover who they are and how they can make the future a brighter place.

Find LOTS more amazing summer camps in our Kidding Around Guide to Summer Camps in Greenville, SC.

The Ultimate Summer in Greenville, SC Guide

Check out more summer fun.

Don’t miss our Kidding Around Guide to Summer in Greenville.


KABOOM Awards Guide

2025 KABOOM Awards

1st Place: YMCA of Greenville

Finalist: Asbury Hills

2024 KABOOM Awards

1st Place: YMCA of Greenville

Finalists:

  • BJU EDUcamp
  • Asbury Hills
  • The Wilds
  • Camp Spearhead

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