Spartanburg is truly a hub! Once dubbed “Hub City” for its railroad industry, Spartanburg today is a center for so much more. From its thriving art and music scene, 使其活跃, 户外文化, Hub City offers something for everyone!
Spartanburg is something special – we have the goings-on of a big city, wrapped up in the friendliness of a small town. Come see why our students and faculty love where they live!
要做的事情
A College Town in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with convenient access to the best the region has to offer, Spartanburg’s eclectic vibe is something Converse students love most. Some of the highlights are:
- HUB-BUB, one of the most innovative artist residence programs in the nation
- 摩根广场, a graceful city-centric park hosting holiday ice skating, 广场上的爵士乐, 大学城派对, and even a giant ferris wheel
- In 2024, 南方生活 named Spartanburg as one of its “Best Cities On The Rise.”
- Seven public and private accredited colleges and universities
- Entertainment venues like the Spartanburg Philharmonic, Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium, the Chapman Cultural Center
- Spartanburg was recognized by the League of American Bicyclists as the first Bicycle Friendly Community in South Carolina in 2007, even making the 最佳大学名单.S. 适合骑自行车的城市.
See all Spartanburg has to offer at www.访问spartanburg.com.
户外探险
It’s easy to enjoy the outdoor life in Spartanburg. Bring your kayak and hiking boots to explore our blueways and greenways, try the Sparkle City mini putt, or grab your bike and trek miles of roads and trails. Croft State Park and the Swamp Rabbit Trail are just a few of the many parks and trails found in the area.
指定一个 Bicycle Friendly Community, Spartanburg is home to several B-Cycle stations with rentable bikes, including one right here on the Converse campus – making it easy to explore outdoors!
Are scooters more your style? Converse was the first university in South Carolina to sport 蓝鸭滑板车 在校园.
吃饭的地方
From steakhouses and southern fare, to burger joints and barbecue, Spartanburg is home to unique restaurants to suit every taste and price range.
- Ciclops啤酒厂 & 苹果汁
- 万博地址熟食店
- Cribb’s Kitchen on Main (accepts Converse Flex Dollars)
- 德莱尼爱尔兰酒吧
- 鸡蛋烤架(accepts Converse Flex Dollars)
- 消防队潜艇
- 健康 in Hand Juice and Smoothie Bar
- 肯尼迪
当地的酒店
- AC Hotel Spartanburg (交流)
- Comfort Suites at Westgate Mall
- Courtyard Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (交流)
- Fairfield Inn Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (交流)
- 汉普顿酒店 & Suites Spartanburg I-26 Westgate Mall
- 希尔顿花园酒店 (交流)
- 斯帕坦堡万豪 (交流)
区旅游景点
大学交流 is centrally located in the heart of Upstate South Carolina. Within a three-hour drive, you can enjoy:
- Award-winning cities of Greenville, SC and Asheville, NC
- Commercial and regional hubs of Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC
- Blue Ridge Mountain towns, like Blowing Rock, NC
- Lake communities of Keowee, Jocassee and Hartwell
- Recreational pursuits including hiking, biking and fishing
北部的企业
Converse is surrounded by vibrant, business-centric communities. 我们的地区:
- Is home to more than 400 corporations, including Michelin, BMW, General Electric and Milliken.
- Has added more than 25,自2010年以来创造了1000个工作岗位, and is recognized as home to a leading talent-driven workforce.
- Boosts engaging community cultures with a regular schedule of events, activities and things to do.
- On average, has a cost of living 10% less than the national average.