International Travel

Find must-see attractions and long-distance travel resources, including visa information, regional overviews and tour operator credentials.

Get Your Free 2025 Vacation Guide

Start planning your ultimate South Carolina adventure with a free copy of the 2025 Vacation Guide. Request your free copy, view the guide online or download a PDF version below.

Vacation Guide Cover
View Our Other Guides

Gaffney

This charming city offers visitors plenty of history and natural beauty to explore.

Gaffney

This charming city offers visitors plenty of history and natural beauty to explore.

With three nationally certified historic districts in town, Gaffney continues to honor and preserve its rich history.

Gaffney’s Revolutionary War legacy continues to attract visitors looking to learn more about the two major battles that turned the tide for American independence.

Discover the Small Town Charms of Gaffney

Explore Gaffney’s Revolutionary War roots, its three historic districts, a 75-store outlet mall and the small town’s biggest attraction—the 135-foot Peachoid.

Read More

Dining in Gaffney

Known for its local eateries, Gaffney offers visitors plenty of options for a delicious, belly-filling meal.

Read More

Shopping in Gaffney

From unique stores housed in historic buildings to an outlet mall featuring popular designer brands, Gaffney is a shopping destination not to be missed.

Read More

Lodging in Gaffney

Visitors to Gaffney will find a selection of name brand hotels where they can enjoy a restful night’s sleep at an affordable price.

Read More

Hidden Gems in Gaffney

Take a tour of a Freightliner factory, enjoy delicious peaches right off the tree and visit the gravesite of a legendary television character in Gaffney.

Read More

Museums & Arts in Gaffney

With an iconic 80-year-old theater, a history museum, art galleries and two nearby national park battlefields, you’ll find plenty to enjoy in Gaffney.

Read More

Outdoors in Gaffney

With eight city parks, a 150-acre lake and a nearby national battlefield and military park, Gaffney offers plenty in the way of recreation.

Read More

Tour Historic Cowpens National Battlefield

History lovers will enjoy the visitor center’s exhibits and the opportunity to walk the field where the British sustained one of the worst defeats of their Southern campaign.

Read More

Kids' Visit to Cowpens National Battlefield

With a wide array of materials to explore the both the battle and the Revolutionary war, Cowpens National Battlefield is the perfect place to take kids for a little history lesson.

Read More

Revolutionary War Battlefield Preserved at Kings Mountain

The site of the first major Patriot victory in the South, Kings Mountain National Military Park commemorates the battle that turned the tide of the American Revolution.

Read More

Explore the Piedmont on Kings Mountain Trails

With more than a half dozen trails winding through more than 10,000 acres of stunning Piedmont terrain, Kings Mountain is a popular destination for outdoor lovers.

Read More

City of Gaffney

In 1803 Michael Gaffney established a store where two Indian trails crossed. As the store flourished, the settlement grew to become the city of Gaffney.

Read More

The Upcountry

Explore the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Crystal-clear lakes, pristine waterfalls and gorgeous mountain vistas make the Upcountry a destination all its own. You’ll find a wealth of outdoor activities, museums, art galleries and more in this enchanting region.

Read More
The Official Website of the South Carolina Office of Tourism | © 2025 South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. All Rights Reserved.