Location: Abbeville
Top Things to do in Abbeville
The 8 Best Things to Do in Abbeville, United States
Abbeville is a city in Abbeville County, South Carolina, United States, 86 miles (138 km) west of Columbia and 45 miles (72 km) south of Greenville. Its population was 5,237 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Abbeville County. Settled by French Huguenot settlers, it was named, along with the county, for the French town of the same name.
Restaurants in Abbeville
1. Abbeville Opera House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Citallwic - Columbia, South Carolina
We have yet to attend a performance in this handsome building, but are very much looking forward to that. During our recent visit management was kind enough to allow a self-guided tour of the building‘s public areas (not backstage) and we came away impressed with the historic look and cozy feel of this very special venue. The Abbeville Opera House is a cultural treasure. Kudos to the many individuals, organizations, corporations, and agencies that have pitched in to renovate, update and promote a facility that any small town would be proud to have
2. Trinity Episcopal Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By Explore-it - Lexington, Virginia
This historic Church should be on the top of everyone's list while visiting Abbeville! The stained glass windows are breathtakingly beautiful and the church itself is a classic monument of 19th century church architecture. Don't miss this peaceful sanctuary in this lovely, classic Southern town!
3. Burt Stark Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Linda H - Anderson, South Carolina
Twenty-two of our church members spent an hour and a half with David, our enthusiastic and well-informed docent, touring the mansion. History did come alive as David told us stories about the people who had lived their lives here. Besides the historical significance of Jefferson Davis holding the last council of war meeting at the mansion, there were interesting tales to be heard about twin sisters Fannie Stark and Mary Stark Davis. Mrs. Davis lived in the mansion in Abbeville until her death at age 102, sometime in the 1980's. Abbeville is a wonderfully interesting town to visit, but be sure to include the Burt Stark Museum when you're there.
4. Diamond Hill Mine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Diamond Hill Mine is one of the premier Quartz mines in the south. Among the varieties of Quartz that can be found here include Our legendary Skeletal Quartz as well as Amethyst, Milkey and Smokey Quartz. On occasion guests may also find Aquamarine, Garnet and Epidote. We offer guest the opportunity to experience the thrill of finding their own beautiful crystals from the earth. All crystals found at the mine are native to Diamond Hill, this is not a "salted mine'. We have an excavator dig twice a year to expose new crystals. Guests are allowed to keep everything they find. We are open 365 days a year to Rockhounds and treasure seekers. Sign in is at the mine daily from 9-12 and guests may collect until dusk. Camping is allowed but we do not have electrical or water available. Pets are allowed.
Reviewed By ncgold - Hickory, North Carolina
This place has several open pits that you can prospect in. Not really a place for small kids to go it can be dangerous and you are not guaranteed to find anything. You will need to take digging tools, water, sunscreen, and food since it...MoreYes, Although the mine is located in Antreville, GPS locations should be Abbeville SC. The mine is located on a gravel road. Thanks and glad you had fun.
5. Court Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Citallwic - Columbia, South Carolina
The Court Square is Abbeville’s functional epicenter as well as the hub of the Abbeville Historic District. Bordered by well-preserved and repurposed 19th century commercial buildings and public buildings, including the Abbeville County Courthouse, the Abbeville Opera House and the Belmont Inn, the Court Square contains a good-looking Confederate Monument, a Civil War Cannon, and a Humane Society Fountain installed more than a century ago. The Court Square provides a venue for various community festivals and events throughout the year.
6. Parson's Mountain Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Kristin S - Columbia, South Carolina
The park offers a medium sized lake to kayak or fish on. There are also trails throughout for hiking, biking, and OHV. One trail leads to some abandoned gold mines, and if you continue up the mountain there is a lookout tower (can't climb it), but you get 360 degree views of the surrounding area from over 800 feet up. Great views in the Fall! There are also some other trails that offer a more challenging hike, and often times hard to follow the blazes. Overall definitely worth a trip if this sounds like your kind of day adventure.
7. Red Barn Likker
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Citallwic - Columbia, South Carolina
Red Barn Likker, a small-batch producer of high quality moonshine, is one of the most unusual and interesting attractions in South Carolina. The distillery is easy to find, being located on the court square across from the Abbeville Opera House. If you stop by when they’re open – that is, Thursday-Friday-Saturday from 11 am to 7 pm – you can enjoy a little tour of the distillery, sample the ‘shine at the tasting bar (add flavorings if you like), and buy 90 or 100 proof ‘shine. You have to take your purchases with you. They can legally distill the stuff and sell it on the premises, but they aren’t allowed to ship it. We were greeted warmly when we visited, and I’m sure you will be too. No food is served on the premises.
8. Humane Society Alliance Fountain
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Citallwic - Columbia, South Carolina
To make it easier for workhorses, dogs and cats to get access to water in urban places, money funneled through the National Humane Alliance was used to construct about 125 watering troughs and fountains in American communities during the early 1900s.. Installed in 1912, this five-ton beauty in Abbeville’s Court Square was constructed of bronze-trimmed Maine granite. It’s a rare artifact, being one of the few surviving Humane Society Alliance fountains still in its original location.
The fountain has an interesting design. Water flowed from the mouths of lions into an upper bowl that served as a watering trough for horses. The lower bowls (now filled with concrete) were for dogs and cats. Today the fountain is ensconced in a brick-rimmed pool that surrounds its base. A nearby historical marker provides relevant information.
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