Downtown, Greenville, South Carolina

Downtown Trolley

Landmark
3.7(3)

Known For

  • Retro streetcar design
  • Scenic Main Street route

Insider Tips

Best Time

Afternoons when downtown is lively and trolleys run more frequently

Ideal For

Exploring downtown attractionsFamilies with kidsVisitors seeking local color

Pro Tip

Board at major stops during daylight hours for most reliable service.

Editorial Review

Downtown Greenville’s Trolley isn’t just a means to get from A to B—it’s part of the city’s pulse. Gleaming in retro hues, the trolley weaves through Main Street, threading together tree-lined squares, indie boutiques, and clusters of lively patios where laughter spills into the evening air. On board, you’ll find a cross-section of locals: families fresh from the children’s museum, suited professionals heading to happy hour, and visitors catching their first glimpse of Greenville’s easy Southern charm. The trolley is both transit and spectacle—windows flung open on balmy nights, drivers quick with a wave or neighborhood anecdote. While service can be hit-or-miss after dark, especially outside peak festival weekends, there’s no denying its role as a connective thread for downtown’s social fabric. For those who embrace the slow rhythm and savor the ride itself, it remains one of the most authentic ways to experience Greenville's core.

Price Level

$

Hours

  • Sunday: 1PM - 8PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 6PM - 11PM
  • Friday: 6PM - 11PM
  • Saturday: 10AM - 11PM

Frontier Insights

Tourist Awareness

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Data confidence: high(4 sources)
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