Whether you're in town for the golf to or just to simply enjoy the Upstate, here's how to make the most of your trip.
Arrival
Hotel: Embassy Suites Greenville
670 Verdae Blvd., Greenville
(864) 676-9090
Alternative
The Westin Poinsett, partnering with Cherokee Valley Golf Club
120 South Main St., Greenville
(864) 421-9700
Dinner recommendations
The Trappe Door
23 W. Washington St., Greenville
(864) 451-7490
Jianna
600 S. Main St., Greenville
(864) 720-2200
Day 1
Breakfast options
Biscuit Head
823 S. Church St, Greenville
(864) 248-0371
Eggs Up Grill
31 Augusta St, Greenville
(864) 520-2005
Golf
The Preserve at Verdae, 650 Verdae Blvd., Greenville; phone (864) 676-1500
Located adjacent to the Embassy Suites, The Preserve was home to the then-Greater Greenville Classic, which became the BMW Charity Pro-Am, for nine years. With rolling hills, mountain brooks and fast Mini-Verde Bermuda greens, players will see why. The fully equipped golf shop, bar and grill, large practice area and putting greens round out the package. Rental clubs are available.
Dinner recommendations
Sassafras Southern Bistro
103 North Main Street, Suite 107, Greenville
(864) 235-5670
Pomegranate on Main
618 S. Main St., Greenville
(864) 241-3012
Day 2
Breakfast options
Roost
220 N. Main St., Greenville
(864) 298-2424
Stax's Omega Diner
74 Orchard Park Dr., Greenville
(864) 297-6639
Golf
Cherokee Valley Golf Club, 450 Cherokee Valley Way, Travelers Rest; phone (877) 484-6376
Designed by Pete Dye's architect son, P.B. Dye, Cherokee Valley, located north of Greenville, offers top-notch golf with the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains as a backdrop. The par-72 layout isn't long at 6,728 yards from the black tees, but the dramatic elevation changes - plus Champion Bermuda greens - makes for a fun and challenging round. Especially memorable are the signature 16th hole overlooking a waterfall and the par-3 8th hole offering views of the mountains.
Dinner recommendations
Saffron Indian Cuisine
1178 Woodruff Road, Ste. 16, Greenville
(864) 288-7400
Trio Cafe
22 N. Main St., Greenville
(864) 467-1000