Walk Falls Park and Main Street while you learn Greenville’s story
1 Hour
Guided walking tour, Photos
Get an introduction to Greenville with a guided walk through Falls Park on the Reedy and nearby Main Street. See enlarged historic photos and hear how the city grew from its early days to today’s projects and future plans.
Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
You’ll walk primarily in Falls Park, with a stroll on the Swamp Rabbit Trail along the Riverwalk and a little bit of Main Street. You’ll also see enlarged photographs showing how the river, falls, buildings, and city looked over the last 150 years.
Sites highlighted on the tour include the ruins of an 1816 grist mill built by Vardry McBee, the 1882 Huguenot Mill, Liberty Bridge, the 1857 Gower, Cox and Markley Carriage factory building, Riverplace, and the bronze memorial to Charles Townes.
Yes. This Falls Park walking tour is geared toward visitors and people who are new to Greenville, with an overview of the city’s past, present, and future developments.
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.
The guide was amazing! Very professional and friendly.
Samuel Mayer
March 1, 2026
The guide was amazing! Very professional and friendly.
Samuel Mayer
March 1, 2026