• Greenville - Crossed Roads Tours offers the premier tour experience in Greenville, South Carolina, by tailoring it to your preferences. No other operator in the region provides this level of customization. The team engages with you to understand your specific interests and adjusts the tour accordingly.

All the events listed below are optional. The tour adapts to different locations based on your feedback, and during the tour, you will be asked if you are enjoying the current route or wish to alter it.

• Huguenot Mill and Loft - The Huguenot Mill and Loft is a stunning historic building. Meticulously preserved, it was originally where French Protestants established a new life. They became a significant part of the textile industry, and now you can admire the remarkable exterior. (It currently functions as private offices and a wedding venue, so we must remain outside).
• Camperdown Plaza - Camperdown Plaza was once home to many of Greenville’s notable textile mills. Today, it features an impressive array of art and entertainment options.
• Joel Roberts Poinsett Statue - This iconic statue has its own page on TripAdvisor. Poinsett accomplished numerous feats that will be discussed during the tour, but his most significant contribution to Greenville was serving as an early promoter. In his role as Secretary of War, among other positions, he introduced many people to Greenville. Without him, the city might not have grown as it did, as few would have known about it. More of his achievements will be shared on your tour.
• Connolly’s Irish Pub - Connolly’s Irish Pub is both a historical landmark and a popular bar in modern Greenville. It has a unique history, with rumors suggesting it was a brothel in the early 1900s and later a pharmacy. The mural on the side provides additional context for your tour, offering a glimpse of Greenville in the early 1900s.
• American Cigar Factory - The former American Cigar Factory is quite beautiful from the outside, which is how you’ll view it. It is primarily used as office space now, and no longer produces the vast quantities of cigars it once did. Nevertheless, it remains an important part of Greenville’s history, as workers reportedly produced around 1 million cigars a month. It provided a strong livelihood for both men and women in Greenville during the 1900s, although many reports indicate that the weavers were predominantly female.
• Coffee Underground - Coffee Underground is the most popular coffee spot in Greenville, SC. It also offers a fascinating view of the historic tunnels beneath Greenville. To this day, there are numerous sealed tunnels under the city, used during the bootlegging era. This café is open almost all day, allowing you to explore its history.
• North Brown Street - Brown Street was central to early music history, including the roots of jazz. It also features several delightful restaurants, including a piano bar.
• Max Heller statue - Max Heller was a former mayor and a champion of both desegregation and the revitalization of Greenville. He is celebrated for bringing vibrancy and unity to the city. More of his story will be revealed during the tour.
• Blu Lounge & Club - Blu Lounge and Club was originally the Blue Martini, a renowned club and speakeasy in the early 1900s. We’ll view the exterior, discuss its historical significance, and perhaps even hear about the ghosts that are said to haunt it.
• North Main Street & West College Street - This section is dedicated to the war monuments and memorials located here. It includes tributes to groups from the Civil War to World War II. While this aspect of history may be challenging, it is important to many who appreciate a tour like this. If the topic of the Civil War is sensitive for you, please let us know, and we can make accommodations.
• Springwood Cemetery - This cemetery contains numerous Civil War graves and offers insight into the unique burial practices of early Greenville. There may even be time to discuss ghost sightings or explore an unusual gravesite.

• In-person Guide

The primary distinction is customization. The tour is adjusted on the go based on your preferences. No other tour in Greenville offers the ability to personalize every aspect. Additionally, the guides possess extensive knowledge of modern Greenville, SC, surpassing anyone else in town. They continuously read and learn more about the area daily. All Crossed Roads Tour guides are locals, providing unique insights that external tours simply cannot offer.

Another key difference is honesty. The guides provide genuine opinions on whether a restaurant is good or bad, and if an activity is worthwhile. Even if it means displeasing a particular restaurant or business, they are committed to delivering the truth.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.