Susan’s guidebook
Arts
Places to visit where you may browse artwork or enjoy a concert or play.
So much to recommend here. Gallery of beautiful work by local artists, classes and workshops for all ages if you are in town for several days, various types of exhibitions throughout the year. Visit andersonarts.org for dates and times.
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Anderson Arts Center
110 Federal StSo much to recommend here. Gallery of beautiful work by local artists, classes and workshops for all ages if you are in town for several days, various types of exhibitions throughout the year. Visit andersonarts.org for dates and times.
The Market Theatre Company
110 Federal StGo to andersonuniversity.edu and find numerous opportunities to enjoy the performing arts
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Anderson University
316 BoulevardGo to andersonuniversity.edu and find numerous opportunities to enjoy the performing arts
History
New and exciting exhibits, programs and events are offered monthly. “For more than 30 years we have told the stories of Anderson County and South Carolina. These stories educate visitors on the local, regional, and national significance our rich history proclaims. As a museum with more than 25,000 artifacts, our permanent exhibits are always changing.”
Visit andersoncountymuseum.org for upcoming events.
This museum has free admission. It provides entertaining and interesting history about Anderson. A good site for kids as well as adults.
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Anderson County Museum
202 E Greenville StThis museum has free admission. It provides entertaining and interesting history about Anderson. A good site for kids as well as adults.
Park where you begin to see brick crosswalks and stroll down Main Street. You can visit numerous shops and restaurants along the way.
Anderson Downtown Historic District
South Main StreetPark where you begin to see brick crosswalks and stroll down Main Street. You can visit numerous shops and restaurants along the way.
Sightseeing
Tasting, free distillery tour, and gift shop in the historical area of Anderson.
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Palmetto Distillery
200 W Benson StTasting, free distillery tour, and gift shop in the historical area of Anderson.
Small goat farm where you can stroll around the operation on your own and pet the goats. Chickens, friendly kitties also wander with you. Gift shop sells goat milk, yogurt, cheese and beauty products.
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Split Creek Farm
3806 Centerville RdSmall goat farm where you can stroll around the operation on your own and pet the goats. Chickens, friendly kitties also wander with you. Gift shop sells goat milk, yogurt, cheese and beauty products.
Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel
Stumphouse Tunnel RoadEasy hiking, pretty waterfall, camping.
Fun
Features activities for you and your family to enjoy.
When it’s warm, there is a splash pad, evening outdoor movies and plays. When it’s cold, there is ice skating. Check the Facebook page for events.
Carolina Wren Park
111 E Whitner StWhen it’s warm, there is a splash pad, evening outdoor movies and plays. When it’s cold, there is ice skating. Check the Facebook page for events.
Seasonal fun and concerts. Go to Denverdownsfarm.com for calendar of events and tickets.
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Denver Downs
1515 Denver RdSeasonal fun and concerts. Go to Denverdownsfarm.com for calendar of events and tickets.
LOTS of unique playground equipment! Also has a splash pad during hot weather. Definitely a favorite for my grandkids!
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Kid Venture
7 Rice CirLOTS of unique playground equipment! Also has a splash pad during hot weather. Definitely a favorite for my grandkids!
Food scene
Cozy little coffee shop in historic Anderson. A favorite of all locals including university students/staff.
eCity Java
208 S Main StCozy little coffee shop in historic Anderson. A favorite of all locals including university students/staff.
Re-imagined old gas station turned food shop. Offers coffee/tea, ice cream/other desserts, small/quick meal plates with healthy options. Indoor and outdoor seating available
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Figs Beanery and Creamery
200 N Main StRe-imagined old gas station turned food shop. Offers coffee/tea, ice cream/other desserts, small/quick meal plates with healthy options. Indoor and outdoor seating available
Unique location in one of Anderson's older buildings. Unique items on the menu have never failed to "hit the spot!"
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Earle Street Kitchen and Bar
134 W Earle StUnique location in one of Anderson's older buildings. Unique items on the menu have never failed to "hit the spot!"
Upscale restaurant where the food and service are ALWAYS outstanding. There are daily specials as well as menu selections of beef, seafood and chicken as well as something meat-free. The desserts are fabulous too! Reservations are a good idea. And they will even prepare takeout for you from their online menu.
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Sullivan's Metropolitan Grill
208 S Main StUpscale restaurant where the food and service are ALWAYS outstanding. There are daily specials as well as menu selections of beef, seafood and chicken as well as something meat-free. The desserts are fabulous too! Reservations are a good idea. And they will even prepare takeout for you from their online menu.
Open lunch and dinner. Opens at 5pm for dinner and fills up quickly. Unique menu items in all categories - salads, entrees, sandwiches and pizza.
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Summa Joe's
127 N Main StOpen lunch and dinner. Opens at 5pm for dinner and fills up quickly. Unique menu items in all categories - salads, entrees, sandwiches and pizza.
One of our favorite upscale places. Delicious seafood, steaks, chicken, pasta. Outstanding view over Hartwell Lake.
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Galley Restaurant
1629 Marina RdOne of our favorite upscale places. Delicious seafood, steaks, chicken, pasta. Outstanding view over Hartwell Lake.
Another one of our upscale favorites. Unique and delicious. 5 star service and decadent desserts.
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Calhoun Corners Restaurant
103 Clemson StAnother one of our upscale favorites. Unique and delicious. 5 star service and decadent desserts.
You will find no better bbq ANYWHERE! There are locations in Clemson and Easley as well. Eat in or call ahead for tailgating or picnicking or watching the game on TV at home.
Smokin' Pig BBQ of Anderson (Hwy 81)
You will find no better bbq ANYWHERE! There are locations in Clemson and Easley as well. Eat in or call ahead for tailgating or picnicking or watching the game on TV at home.
Beautiful view! We haven’t tried this place yet but we hear LOTS of good things about it.
“UP on the Roof in Anderson, SC is located atop the city’s new Market Street parking garage. Perched above downtown Anderson, guests can expect to enjoy an exciting bar and craft beverage program featuring a repertoire of signature bottled cocktails and hand-crafted libations. Complimenting the cocktail-centric vibe, the menu will focus on comfort-led twists on Southern culinary classics that highlight locally sourced, seasonal ingredients in a lively atmosphere.
UP on the Roof
Beautiful view! We haven’t tried this place yet but we hear LOTS of good things about it.
“UP on the Roof in Anderson, SC is located atop the city’s new Market Street parking garage. Perched above downtown Anderson, guests can expect to enjoy an exciting bar and craft beverage program featuring a repertoire of signature bottled cocktails and hand-crafted libations. Complimenting the cocktail-centric vibe, the menu will focus on comfort-led twists on Southern culinary classics that highlight locally sourced, seasonal ingredients in a lively atmosphere.
Shucks Oyster Bar provides fresh, high-quality, seafood to the greater upstate community. We look forward to serving you, and, promise to "Bring the Coast to the Country"!!!
Shucks Oyster Bar
315 N Main StShucks Oyster Bar provides fresh, high-quality, seafood to the greater upstate community. We look forward to serving you, and, promise to "Bring the Coast to the Country"!!!
Relaxed, unfussy restaurant & bar offering hearty American fare plus brunch & happy hours. We eat here often.
Tucker's Restaurant
3501 Clemson BlvdRelaxed, unfussy restaurant & bar offering hearty American fare plus brunch & happy hours. We eat here often.
Neighborhoods
Anderson Christmas Lights - 45 acres with a 2.5 mile drive thru, Santa Village and nightly entertainment. Usually begins the Friday after Thanksgiving and is open at 6pm every night through Christmas Eve.
Civic Center Boulevard
Civic Center BoulevardAnderson Christmas Lights - 45 acres with a 2.5 mile drive thru, Santa Village and nightly entertainment. Usually begins the Friday after Thanksgiving and is open at 6pm every night through Christmas Eve.