First, I’d make downtown Greenville an epicenter for the weekend. I’d check in to Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown RiverPlace. In addition to its convenient location, we love it for the balcony views overlooking the Reedy River.

Once you’re checked in, start checking out the Downtown dining. With only 36 hours in the city, there’s so little time to fit in So. Much. Deliciousness. An incredible 100+ restaurants are within 10 blocks along and off Main Street. A mere 20 feet from Hampton Inn’s front door is The Lazy Goat. A can’t-go-wrong suggestion is anything with goat cheese. Alternatively, you could take a short walk to Soby’s New South Cuisine (don’t miss the shrimp and grits), The Jones Oyster Co. (seafood, any of it), and NOSE DIVE (love the veggie plate)—all part of the same locally owned restaurant group. If the weather is good, always choose to eat outside and watch families, couples, old and young as they stroll Main Street.