Location: Newberry
Top Things to do in Newberry
Top Restaurants in Newberry
Top 7 Things to do in Newberry, United States
Newberry is a city in Newberry County, South Carolina, United States, in the Piedmont 43 miles (69 km) northwest of Columbia. The charter was adopted in 1894. The population was 10,277 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Newberry County; at one time it was called Newberry Courthouse.
Restaurants in Newberry
1. Newberry Opera House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 128 reviews
Originally built in 1882 and recently renovated and reopened as of 1998, The Newberry Opera House is one of North America's premier historical theaters and performing arts venues. Since the renovation, Newberry Opera House has played host to a wide variety of events ranging from local and regional acts all the way to national touring companies. Its stage has been graced by many artists and entertainers who history now considers legendary.
Reviewed By Billooltewah - Ooltewah, TN
We stopped in Newberry for lunch, and took the FREE Tour of the Opera House. WOW. Phil was an excellent guide and the site was so interesting- especially the signatures of famous performers, plus the chance to stand 'On Stage'. We'll definitely be back to support such a valuable treasure. It's the best hour you'll spend in Newberry. Billooltewah
2. Enoree River Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By happycouplesc - Columbia, SC
Let me start with the positives. The winery is in a beautiful, rural setting behind a private home. The facility is fairly new, and there is a wrap around porch that is so inviting, with its panoramic view of the vineyard.
The couple who owns it couldn't be nicer or more accommodating. For $10 you get to sample 8 different wines, some made on-site from the vineyard's harvest of grapes and other fruit. A few selections are not local, which is customary among wineries we have visited in the region.
We stopped by on a Sunday afternoon and had a lovely time. Nothing bad to say about the place, the people, the prices, the other customers or anything else. There's just one problem: The wine. Ick! Everything was sickeningly, cloyingly sweet. Not a dry drop of red or white wine to be found among the winery's selections.
Of course, many people reading this may really like sweet wine. That's fine. You should go to the Enoroee River Winery and I'll bet you will be charmed and have a great time. We won't be back, though, since we think wine shouldn't taste like Koolaid.
When I asked one of the owner if he had any dryer wines, he talked about a few selections becoming available later in the spring.
"Well, they'll be dry in a sense...A sort of South Carolina version of dry anyway."
Apparently he thinks we here in SC like our wines like we like our tea...Sweet. I beg to differ. There are many refined pallets here who appreciate a great Cote du Rhone, Merlot, Malbec or Sangiovese.
I hope this place is successful, but if it's not and the owners are looking for a reason why, I'd suggest adding a bit more variety to the offerings.
3. Carter & Holmes Orchids
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
This is a catalogue order center for orchids. They offer tours of the greenhouses and a "taking care of orchids" workshop to the public.
Reviewed By BostonGCC - Aiken, South Carolina
Carter & Holmes is an excellent source for a wide variety of orchids, specializing in cattleyas and phalaenopsis, many of which are unique varieties bred in house. They offer a limited selection of tropical houseplants, too. Quarterly sales are excellent value and usually offer plant seminars as part of the program. Staff are always willing to discuss issues with patrons. Growing supplies are available.
4. Old Courthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Citallwic - Columbia, South Carolina
The Old Courthouse, which is situated just a stone’s throw from the Newberry Opera House, is an attractive photo op. This National Register beauty was erected in 1852, extensively remodeled during Reconstruction, and used for court sessions until 1906.
The building’s fluted Tuscan columns support an attractive entablature and a massive pediment that has one of the most intriguing bas-reliefs you will ever see. Added in 1876, the year before Reconstruction ended, the colorful sculpture depicts an American eagle (the Union) clutching an uprooted palmetto tree (the state of South Carolina). A crowing gamecock (defiant citizenry) perches at one end of the tree and a dove bearing an olive branch (peace and harmony) perches at the other. The whole symbolizes, in scale of justice fashion, Reconstruction after the Civil War. A local amateur historian told me that the eagle’s head is hidden beneath its wing to symbolize Union shame for ravaging South Carolina.
If you need a restroom and tourist info, you can get it at the Old Courthouse. The building’s Public Lounge, certainly one of the oldest of its kind in America, houses the Newberry Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center. Entrance is from the Main Street side of the building.
5. Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Bbqman3341 - Gainesville, Georgia
tall tree lined and richly carpeted with green grass this historic park was graced with park benched and monuments commemorating our nations conflicts from the late unpleasantness to view nam and the local residents who sacrificed so much for out freedom. lovely place to take a stroll or take a break and reflect upon history.
6. Wells Japanese Garden
Overall Ratings
4 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By leeringer
Wells Garden brings a small taste of Japan to Newberry. Small area but we'll maintained. Peaceful setting and lots of different plants to see. Everything about this garden makes you want to slow down and relax.
7. Newberry Arts Center
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