"Spartanburg, South Carolina is a community that is alive with activity, development and change. From the new boutiques and restaurants downtown, to the Revolutionary War and textile history as well as the international businesses that call Spartanburg home, this community is on the move.

Spartanburg’s art and historical museums, botanical gardens, six colleges, almost daily sporting events—and so much more—offer the southern charm that you imagine in more ways than you expect. Whether you are a meeting planner with a yearly convention or a leisure traveler here for the weekend, we created this Visitor’s Guide to assist you with your travel plans. On behalf of the Spartanburg Convention & Visitors Bureau and the entire community, welcome to Spartanburg and enjoy your visit."—Jules Bryant, Executive Director, Spartanburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

“Spartanburg is a rare blend of great people, wonderful institutions, remarkable philanthropy and a very special quality of life.” —Bill Barnet, Mayor of Spartanburg

“Greenspace, streetscapes, noble trees, and colorful plantings are transforming Spartanburg into a city garden.”
—Roger Milliken, President & CEO, Milliken & Company

“We’ve been residents for over 20 years! Several of our guests—whether from England, Korea, Germany, Japan, Czech Republic, Mexico, South Africa, Belgium or here in the Carolinas—comment on what a warm and welcoming community we are. This house is a part of the history of Spartanburg, but is also our gift to its dynamic and promising future.”
—Susan Sease, Owner, The Inn on Main, Winner of the 2004 South Carolina, Governor’s Heritage Tourism Award, Microbiologist turned Innkeeper

“Thanks to Spartanburg and Wofford College, the Carolina Panthers have one of the finest training camp facilities in the National Football League. Easy access from throughout the Carolinas and a supportive community make the Upstate an ideal summer home for our team. With great facilities and friendly people, it's easy to understand why we look forward to spending each August at our home away from home.”
—Jerry Richardson, Owner of the NFL Carolina Panthers, Wofford College Class of 1959

“Sherman College students come from 43 states and 13 foreign countries, and Spartanburg sells itself—it is a vibrant, welcoming, culturally sensitive and community-oriented place. When I list the advantages of living in Spartanburg, it seems almost too good to be true—but it’s real.”
—Jerry L. Hardee, Ed. D., Former President, Sherman College of Straight Chiropratic

“Spartanburg has been wonderful to me. Unlike any other city I know, it offers a unique blend of a thriving, international culture coupled with a marvelous Southern small-town charm.”
—Gerhard Grommer, Co-owner of Gerhard’s Native of Austria

“I grew up in Spartanburg and for almost a century, Spartanburg has been a breeding ground and trampoline for musicians and artists. It’s cool to be part of the legacy of the Marshall Tucker Band and people like Walter Hyatt.”
—Rob Teter, High School Senior, The DesChamps Band, (Alternative Country/Americana Music)

“Spartanburg is on the verge of something big... our days of being a quiet town are over! Even in my relatively short time here, I have witnessed the city evolving into a vibrant and dynamic community.”
—Kerry Ferguson, HUB-BUB Project Director

“Moving to Spartanburg, I found a community of kind, helpful people who were supportive of new projects in many ways. When I decided to open our shoe and accessory boutique, we knew downtown was the place to be. Spartanburg is blessed with a small town atmosphere coupled with many of the benefits found in a larger city. There is a core of involved, energetic people downtown, who also helped me get started.”
—Rosanna Iosso, Owner, The Glass Slipper

“Spartanburg is a rich and vibrant part of the Upstate community. As it grows...so does the GSP International Airport.”
—Rosylin Weston, Director of Public Relations GSP International Airport