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What to do and see in Florence, South Carolina (SC): The Best Free Things to do
Florence /ˈflɔːrəns/ is a city in Florence County, South Carolina, United States. It is probably best known for being the intersection of I-95 and I-20, and the eastern terminus of I-20. It is the county seat of Florence County and the primary city within the Florence metropolitan area. The area forms the core of the historical "Pee Dee" region of South Carolina, which includes the eight counties of northeastern South Carolina, along with sections of southeastern North Carolina. As of the 2010 census, the population of Florence was 37,056, and the estimated population in 2015 was 38,228.
Restaurants in Florence
1. Palmetto Peddlers Antiques Mall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By carolc511
Great place for unique items with a big variety to choose from. Set up like rooms in a home, one can envision how an item will look once taken home.
2. Florence National Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By gggg_11 - Middletown, United States
Nice. Go to old section first. Very sad the mass graves. Good lesson in history. Without judgement....................
3. Florence Veterans Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By 869G_j - Bumpass, United States
I was staying at the Staybridge nearby and decided to get some exercise when I stumbled upon this seeming new Veterans Park honoring those who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of their country. I was taken by the Park's design and impressed by its extremely well maintained appearance. This park is something you would expect to find in a much larger resourced city. Many cudos to those who conceived and contributed to this beautiful memorial.
4. Young Plantations
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Young Plantations is a pecan gifting company located off of I-95 (exit 164) at Hwy 52 in Florence, SC. We offer a variety of natural and flavored pecans -- double dipped chocolate pecans are a fan favorite -- plus SC gift items, an on-site bakery and lots of other stuff. Stop in and say hello!
Reviewed By RobbyofMaui - Baltimore, United States
Even if there are tour buses parked outside that may deter you from stopping in, you would do yourself a HUGE disservice by not wandering around inside this place, enjoying the staff, taking full advantage of the incredible SAMPLE BAR, & spending some of your hard-earned dollars on items you will not find elsewhere @ this level of service & quality! My husband & I were en route from Mt. Pleasant, SC back to our home in North Baltimore, MD & made a stop here both as a rest/lunch break as well as to shop for stuff for ourselves for the December 2019 / January 2020 holidays and for something to send back to our family in Hawai'i. (They grow Macadamias there in HI, as you well know, but do not have the appropriate weather to grow pecans). Some unexpected surprises: From the sample bar, not just the amazing myriad pecan varieties, but also some of the best choc chip cookies ever! They are made a decent size for purchase and a tad expensive per half dozen, but, I assure you if you are a cookie fan, very well worth it! Get some for eating in the car on your drive, but also additional ones to put in your TRUNK (or back seat to keep them intact if visiting in the hot summertime, but away from where you might be tempted to hog-eat all of them). Another surprise is the high-quality boxed sandwich lunches w/ potato salad. AAA+ chicken salad (thickly-stuffed!) sands on sourdough bread! Perfect for what we need to get us back on the road again to continue our drive homeward. Thank you, Young Plantation Staffers, for a wonderful time. Keep doing what you're doing, as we will be back soon!
5. Florence County Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
The Florence County Museum showcases over 140 works representing 20th-century Southern art, along with works by Florence native, William H. Johnson. Through a range of exhibitions, studios, lectures and family programming, the FCM provides visitors of all ages an educational experience. The Pee Dee History Gallery is home to Native American and Colonial period artifacts as well as Civil War items from the Florence Stockade prison camp and Confederate Naval Yard. Natural sciences exhibits explore regional themes such as the formation of and biodiversity in the Great Pee Dee River. Temporary exhibits also are included.
6. Seminar Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Florence's first distribution brewery! With a spacious tasting room and beer garden, Seminar Brewing is an ideal destination to enjoy locally-made craft beers. Also, Seminar Brewing is pleased to have Kanza under its roof. Worldly Flavor with Local Flair, Kanza is a restaurant operated by Alan Cooke of Rebel Pie fame.
Reviewed By Rescuetom - Westminster, United States
I just relocated my Daughter from Massachusetts to Florence, South Carolina. It so happens that my niece and her fiancé live in the same area. After a very long drive. Moving and assembling furniture I needed a break. My niece suggested a local place they enjoy, the Blade and Bull ax throwing at Seminar Brewing. She said we could have some beer and throw some axes! Throw axes and drink beer, only in the south can you find such a fantastic cosmopolitan night out. (That was tongue and cheek) This place is cool. Yes, they brew their own beers, right on the same floor with the tables and bars, and yes, ax throwing lanes. You come in, order beer, sign a waiver (LoL), order bar food, and are assigned a throwing lane or two. It runs about twenty bucks a person for an hour, not including the beer and food. I can tell you from personal experience that your throws seem to get better the more beer you drink. Speaking of the beer, they have a very talented brewmaster, or they are the luckiest folks south of the Mason Dixon line. I would leave a review of each of the beers that I tried, but the selection seems to change regularly. Suffice to say it was excellent. The food is tasty, and the portions are very generous. I am guessing this is to absorb some of the alcohol so you can throw straight. Just in case you can't throw straight, the ax-throwing lanes are separated by a chain-link fence. Instruction is provided. I want to point out these are not throwing axes but Harbor Freight and Home Depot Specials. I was dubious but was throwing underhanded and hitting the bullseye after 15 or 20 minutes. If you are looking for a fun night out with a group of friends, this is it.
7. Pee Dee State Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By KatriSkinner - Florence, United States
Beautiful plants and flowers- farm fresh produce- multiple vendors- several restaurants- great place to spend several hours especially during spring and fall plant and flower shows
8. Drs. Bruce & Lee Foundation Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By KimmyC1969 - Florence, United States
I love this library. Free dvd rentals, books, books, and more books, classes, children's area, free movies and so much more. The only thing I wish is that they had more tables near outlets.
9. Carolina Collectable
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By idettet - Florence, United States
The owner is very cordial and there is a wide selection of vintage and good used items. Wide selection of linens -very reasonable and glassware.
10. Thieves Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By HarvestHill10
This is a huge building that includes an amazing amounts of oddities and antiques and vintage furniture and other objects. It’s a vendor place so each part of the store has different vendors things. Some are quite unusual. Even outside their building they have tons of statuary, fountains, outdoor furniture, windows, bathtubs and sinks, etc. if you can spare the time you have to see this place. It was great fun!
