11 Best Things To Do In Hartsville, South Carolina

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Hartsville, South Carolina is the largest city in Darlington County in the United States. It is a beautiful, clean, and safe place for the tourists. This place is a hidden treasure as there are many things to see, such as parks, museums, art, and culture. Overall, it is the perfect destination for fun. So check out this list for the best things to do while you’re in Hartsville!

1. Hartsville Museum

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This is a huge building. It has a neat loom and spinning wheel as well as other interesting historical displays documenting the evolution of the town’s early residential life. There is a printed fabric quilt exhibit and a car that was first driven in SC. There is plenty of parking.

It is clean and well-maintained and the staff is very friendly. I would recommend visiting this place as tourists of all ages would enjoy a stroll through the exhibits.

Hartsville Museum

Address: 222 N. 5th St., 29550 Hartsville, SC

Website: Hartsville Museum

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2. The rooftop at the Mantissa

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Posted by The Mantissa Hotel and Rooftop Bar on Wednesday, April 7, 2021

This lounge is a nice place with a little bar. This is a little oasis with comfortable coaches and massive fireplaces. The staff offers some bar food to snack on, along with the drinks.

Tourists enjoy drinking beer over here and chatting with family and friends.

The rooftop at the Mantissa

Address: 130 E. Carolina Ave., 29550 Hartsville, SC

Website: The Rooftop at the Mantissa

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3. Burry Park

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This is a wonderful park. It is clean and green. It is beautifully lit up at night and a great place to relax and talk.

This is the most suitable place for family and children. There is a big playground and children can enjoy playing here. Many events are held in this park. There is a screen in this park and the tourists enjoy watching movies here. I would highly recommend visiting this lovely park.

Burry Park

Address: 131 Cargill Way, 29550 Hartsville, SC

Website: Burry Park

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4. Hartsville Skating Arena

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This is an indoor roller skating rink that offers public skating sessions. The rink features a snack bar and is also available to host birthday parties and other special events. This place is most suitable for kids as they can enjoy kid-friendly activities here. This is a clean and safe place.

Hartsville Skating Arena

Address: 301 S. Marquis Hwy., 29550 Hartsville, SC

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5. Kalmia Gardens

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This is a botanical garden. It is free of charge and open to the ​public. It is a wonderful place to visit as its fantastic journey takes you away from the outside world and allows you to experience God’s natural world of flora and fauna.

There are many paths and trails to walk to smell the beauty of the magnificent flowers. It is well-maintained with ponds, beautiful birds, and mountains. There are many historical houses at this place. This place is very peaceful and restorative. I would recommend visiting these awesome gardens to take family photographs.

Kalmia Gardens

Address: 1624 W. Carolina Ave., 29550 Hartsville, SC

Website: Kalmia Gardens

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6. The Black Creek Arts Council

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The Black Creek Arts Council is a great gallery as it has thought-provoking exhibits which are really admirable. This is fantastic art space as this venue sponsors art exhibitions and children can attend art and yoga classes. The Black Creek Arts Council aims to promote art classes and produce various arts based on events and festivals. I would highly recommend visiting this place.

The Black Creek Arts Council

Address: 116 W. College Ave., 29550 Hartsville, SC

Website: The Black Creek Arts Council

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7. Center Theater

The Marquee at Center Theater in Hartsville, South Carolina
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This is a historical theater with lovely décor and comfortable seats. This theater is neat and clean with proper lighting and sound. It is well-maintained.

Many programs are organized at this place, including musicals, comedies and other entertainment programs for children. Locals and tourists alike visit this awesome place and appreciate this venue. I would recommend visiting this place to show various entertainment programs to kids and family.

Center Theater

Address: 212 N. 5th St., 29550 Hartsville, SC

Website: Center Theater

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8. Vintage Craft Beer and Wine Boutique

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This is the best place for people who love drinks like beer and wine. There are selected types of beer and wine. Tourists can have drinks of different brands. The staff here is amazing and friendly and always gives good service to visitors.

The relaxed atmosphere is very spectacular. This bar is very popular for quality beer and wine. The owner has a wonderful sense of humor and has created a professional atmosphere. Tourists come here for drinks, chat with others and feel relaxed at this place. I would recommend visiting this place.

Vintage Craft Beer and Wine Boutique

Address: 109 E. College Ave., 29550 Hartsville, SC

Website: Vintage Craft Beer and Wine Boutique

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9. Lawton Park

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This is a very pretty park. It has a huge playground. It is clean and green. It is well-maintained and the perfect spot to visit with family and kids.

It is located beside Prestwood Lake. They upgraded the playground equipment very nicely. There are tennis courts in this park where children can enjoy playing tennis.

Kayaking and paddle boarding are also available for those who are interested in using it. Canoes can be rented from Lawton Park, enabling visitors to enjoy fishing or paddling. There is a picnic shelter for tourists to relax, chat and enjoy picnicking with family and children. I would highly recommend visiting this place with the family and kids.

Lawton Park

Address: 716 Prestwood Dr., 29550 Hartsville, SC

Website: Lawton Park

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10. Byerly Park

This is an awesome place to work out and do outdoor activities. Kids have lots of fun visiting this place as it is an excellent location. There is a very beautiful path where visitors can walk or jog.

This park is very clean and nice and has soccer fields, baseball fields, a lane track, football fields, and biking trails. There is a picnic area as well as other indoor activities like trade mills. There is a wonderful water splash park.

This water park has a pirate ship and water cannons with two slides coming out of the stern of the ship. There is a spray area in the shape of an octopus along with numerous geysers shooting water up from the pad. This is the most suitable place for family and children. I would highly recommend visiting this place.

Byerly Park

Address: 700 Russell Rd., 29550 Hartsville, SC

Website: Byerly Park

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11. Piratesville Splash Pad

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This is a little splash park for the kids in Hartsville. It has a pirate ship, small water slides, and magnificent fountains where visitors can enjoy with family and kids. This place is surrounded by huge soccer fields and a little playground open for the public.

There is a store that sells snacks and sweet corn. Visitors can enjoy delicious snacks here. I recommend must visiting this place.

Piratesville Splash Pad

Address: 1109 14th St., 29550 Hartsville, South Carolina

Website: Piratesville Splash Pad

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Have a great time in Hartsville!

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Hartsville is truly a gem of South Carolina and it has plenty to offer to anyone who’s visiting. From museums to beaches, there is something for everyone here!

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