Greenville History Tours is led by John Nolan, the city’s original tour guide and a passionate ambassador for the Upstate. For over 18 years John and his small team have invited guests to taste, walk, and ride through Greenville’s...
Greenville History Tours is led by John Nolan, the city’s original tour guide and a passionate ambassador for the Upstate. For over 18 years John and his small team have invited guests to taste, walk, and ride through Greenville’s...
John Nolan clearly knows his stuff when it comes to Greenville's history and food scene. Travelers consistently praise his enthusiasm and deep knowledge, with even longtime residents discovering new facts about their city. The variety of tours is impressive, from walking tours around Falls Park to driving options that work well for those with mobility concerns. Big Chuck gets mentioned specifically as another excellent guide who brings stories to life with genuine passion. The food tours seem to be the real standout here. People rave about the generous portions, quality restaurants (especially Table 301 venues), and how John weaves historical context throughout the culinary experiences. The BBQ tour and Chef's Table tour get particularly enthusiastic responses. What makes these tours special is the pacing and thoughtful details like historical photos, artifacts, and presentations in the van between stops. Multiple reviewers mention taking several tours and planning to return, which speaks volumes. One person noted a communication issue about a no-show, though this appears to be an isolated incident among otherwise glowing feedback.
Great experience! Wife and I and some friends went out for this couple nights ago. The history facts he shared along the way were super interesting. The food and portion sizes were amazing. And the fact that its different places each time means we will definitely do this again regularly ourselves, or when we have friends visit from out of town. Thx!
J Lee
May 21, 2026
Great experience! Wife and I and some friends went out for this couple nights ago. The history facts he shared along the way were super interesting. The food and portion sizes were amazing. And the fact that its different places each time means we will definitely do this again regularly ourselves, or when we have friends visit from out of town. Thx!
J Lee
May 21, 2026