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South Carolina Day Trip Bingo—challenge accepted? If exploring more of South Carolina is one of your goals, this bingo board is your sign to get started. With 24 South Carolina day trip ideas (and a free space for your choice!), this board is filled with cities and towns of all sizes across the state—from familiar favorites to places you might not have explored yet. And yes—the biggest SC cities were intentionally left off… because I know you’ll keep visiting those anyway 😀 Save this post and use it to plan weekends, school breaks, and spontaneous day trips. Share it with a friend who loves an adventure challenge, tag your go-to travel buddy, and tell me in the comments—which square are you checking off first? And if you need a day trip itinerary for any of these spots, I’ve got you covered 😉 _________________________________ Hi! I’m Julie. Welcome to @scdaytrips  where I am on a mission to explore South Carolina and share it with you. I’ve visited all 46 counties, I am working on the 48 (and counting!) state parks, and I am experiencing 20 South Carolina sporting events! Follow along as I shop small, explore the local culture, get outdoors, and discover the history of South Carolina, the Palmetto State.

Hi! I’m Julie and welcome to my corner of the world. I am so glad you stopped by and hope you’ll stick around! My goal is to explore as much of South Carolina as possible and encourage you to get out and do the same. I’ve visited all 46 counties, I am working on the 47 (and counting!) state parks, and I am experiencing 20 South Carolina sporting events! Follow along as I explore the local culture, get outdoors, and discover the history of South Carolina, the Palmetto State. My goal is to inspire you to explore the state and support local farms, businesses, and communities. Question: where do you live? P.s. this post is basically an ad for @scsugar since all but one of the outfits are from Sugar 🩷 Sandi and her team are pretty fabulous and it’s basically my favorite boutique in SC!

Explore South Carolina in just 23 seconds! The truth is, this 23 second reel barely begins to scratch the surface of South Carolina, the Palmetto State. I originally set out on my goal of visiting all 46 counties in South Carolina so I could learn to like my new adopted home state. I walked away absolutely in love. With almost 200 miles of coastline, countless historical sites, inspiring small business owners, breathtaking waterfalls, quaint small towns, and so much more, South Carolina truly is a gem worth exploring. I’ve been asked quite a few times about my favorites from my time spent exploring and I’m still working on putting together my list, so once that’s ready I’ll share it! (Although to be honest, picking favorites feels kind of like choosing your favorite child!) In the meantime, what is your favorite place to visit in South Carolina? And how much of South Carolina have you explored? _________________________________ Hi! I’m Julie. Welcome to @scdaytrips  where I’m currently on a mission to visit all 46 counties and 47 state parks in South Carolina. Follow along as I explore the local culture, get outdoors, and discover the history of South Carolina, the Palmetto State. #SouthCarolina #ExploreSC #TravelSC #SCtourism #SCstateparks #SouthCarolinaHistory #SouthCarolinaBeaches

South Carolina’s Ag + Art Tour is one of the most unique ways to explore the state @Discover_SC #sponsored Did you know there are more than 20,000 farms in South Carolina covering over 4 million acres of land?! Agribusiness is our state’s top industry, so the annual Ag + Art event that takes place each spring is one you don’t want to miss! The South Carolina Ag + Art Tour is a free, self-guided tour of farms and markets that feature local artisans at every stop! With 16 counties participating in the 2026 tour, there are lots of dates and locations to choose from to experience this special tour. Regardless of which weekend(s) you go, the tour is a fun way to explore area farms and meet local artisans and vendors A few of my highlights from weekend one of the Ag + Art Tour in Chester County were visiting @cotton_hills_farm and @watsonfarmsbeef 🌽 🐄 . I also enjoy getting to meet our state’s young entrepreneurs at the different farm sites. It is so encouraging to see the next generation building their business skills and I loved meeting @jolies_cakery and @jaylyns_jewelry One really special weekend on this year’s tour is the Farms of the Brave weekend. Over Memorial Day weekend you’ll have the chance to visit South Carolina’s veteran-led farms! #DiscoverSC #DSCAlliance26 #agandarttour _________________________________ Hi! I’m Julie. Welcome to @scdaytrips  where I am on a mission to explore South Carolina and share it with you. I’ve visited all 46 counties, I am working on the 48 (and counting!) state parks, and I am experiencing 20 South Carolina sporting events! Follow along as I shop small, explore the local culture, get outdoors, and discover the history of South Carolina, the Palmetto State.

Come for the graduation gifts… stay for every cute booth inside Yorkville Marketplace. ✨ For Small Business Month, I partnered with the 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐈𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 initiative to spotlight local businesses across York County. Today’s stop: graduation gift shopping at Yorkville Marketplace. Because the best gifts are the ones that feel personal — and shopping local always makes it a little more special. @bellaandoliversoap - Bath products suited for dorm life (including gorgeous robes!) @palmettogrooverecords - The music loving graduate Southaholics - Gear to rep their future college and essentials like an emergency car kit (for many kids it’s their first time living away from home!) The Clay Cottage - graduation cards and other stationary PRIStine Designs - Help them get dressed for game days at their colleges 📍108 N Congress St, York, SC 29745 Alt Text: Video of shopping for graduation gifts at Yorkville Marketplace in York, South Carolina. The reel shows locally made gifts, boutique items, and small business shopping with text about finding personalized graduation gifts while supporting local businesses. _________________________________ Hi! I’m Julie. Welcome to @scdaytrips where I am on a mission to explore South Carolina and share it with you. I’ve visited all 46 counties, I am working on the 48 (and counting!) state parks, and I am experiencing 20 South Carolina sporting events! Follow along as I shop small, explore the local culture, get outdoors, and discover the history of South Carolina, the Palmetto State. #yorkcountysc #smallbusinessmonth #shoplocal

What if I gave you $100 to spend at your favorite South Carolina small business?! May is National Small Business Month, and I wanted to find a fun way to celebrate the local businesses that make exploring South Carolina so special… so I’m giving one of you $100 to spend at a small business of your choice. (Or split the money up between several small businesses…your choice!!) Whether it’s your favorite coffee shop, a local boutique, a restaurant you love, or a place you’ve been wanting to try, this is your chance to support local 🩷 Swipe through to see how to enter ➡️ Don’t forget to scroll the comments, you might just find your next favorite spot in South Carolina! _________________________________ Hi! I’m Julie. Welcome to @scdaytrips  where I am on a mission to explore South Carolina and share it with you. I’ve visited all 46 counties, I am working on the 48 (and counting!) state parks, and I am experiencing 20 South Carolina sporting events! Follow along as I shop small, explore the local culture, get outdoors, and discover the history of South Carolina, the Palmetto State. #DiscoverSC #smallbusinessmonth #shoplocal This giveaway is not affiliated with Meta

Trying to plan a fun day with kids in Columbia, South Carolina? I’ve got you covered! @Discover_SC #sponsored If you’re looking for things to do with kids in Columbia, SC, these are four favorites that are easy to mix into one full day or spread out over multiple visits: 🦎 EXPLORE DOWNTOWN Get to know @columbiasc by taking the Sally Salamander Walking Tour. You can either head to the Columbia SC Visitors Center for information or get the digital pass from their website and then it’s time to start learning about Columbia while you’re looking for our little reptilian friend. 🌎 STATE HISTORY A visit to the @scstatemuseum gives you the chance to learn about the history of South Carolina through FOUR floors of exhibits (some of them are permanent and some change periodically). Don’t miss the planetarium or 4D shows! 🦁 ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS A visit to @riverbankszoosc means not just a zoo visit, but a trip to an aquarium and a botanical garden. Enjoy the more than 2,000 animals that call Riverbanks home and explore exhibits around every corner.. The Saluda Skyride gives riders sweeping views of the Saluda River as you travel between the zoo and the botanical gardens (go early to avoid lines!) ⚾️ PLAY BALL Cap off your visit with a trip to Segra Park to watch a @colafireflies baseball game. It’s a fun, family-friendly atmosphere and a great way to end the day. If you’re able to attend a game with fireworks, they put on a great show! Whether you’re local or planning a visit, Columbia, SC has so many family-friendly activities that make it easy to get out and explore. Save this for your next Columbia day with kids! And I’d love to hear, which one would your kids love most? #DiscoverSC #DSCAlliance26 Columbia Driving Distances Aiken - 1 hour Charleston - 2 hours Columbia - You’re here! Greenville - 1 hour, 30 minutes Myrtle Beach - 2 hours, 30 minutes Rock Hill - 1 hour

How many of these can you check off this month? May is National Small Business Month, and there’s no better time to explore and support the incredible small businesses across South Carolina. From coffee shops and boutiques to farms, markets, and local restaurants, this South Carolina Small Business Bingo Board is your guide to discovering new places and showing up for our local businesses all month long. Whether you complete one row or go for a full blackout, this is such a fun way to be intentional this month about supporting small businesses in SC. Want a printable version? Grab it through the link in my bio! And I’d love to hear in the comments, what are your favorite SC small businesses? 📌 Save this post so you can come back to it throughout the month 📤 Share it to your stories and challenge a friend to play along _________________________________ Hi! I’m Julie. Welcome to @scdaytrips  where I am on a mission to explore South Carolina and share it with you. I’ve visited all 46 counties, I am working on the 48 (and counting!) state parks, and I am experiencing 20 South Carolina sporting events! Follow along as I shop small, explore the local culture, get outdoors, and discover the history of South Carolina, the Palmetto State. #DiscoverSC #shoplocal #nationalsmallbusinessweek

April took me to some really great small businesses across South Carolina, and I already have a list started for May! Plus fun plans are coming to celebrate National Small Business Month! Where should I go next?! From coffee shops and local restaurants to boutiques, markets, and other locally owned spots, every stop this month was a reminder of just how many incredible small businesses are an integral part of communities all across the state. Exploring South Carolina one small business at a time continues to be one of my favorite parts of what I do—and I’m so grateful for every place I get to visit, support, and share along the way. Swipe through to see all the South Carolina small businesses I visited in April ➡️ _________________________________ Hi! I’m Julie. Welcome to @scdaytrips  where I am on a mission to explore South Carolina and share it with you. I’ve visited all 46 counties, I am working on the 48 (and counting!) state parks, and I am experiencing 20 South Carolina sporting events! Follow along as I shop small, explore the local culture, get outdoors, and discover the history of South Carolina, the Palmetto State. #DiscoverSC #shoplocal #nationalsmallbusinessweek

Coffee shop, fresh air, local history, and authentic fish & chips… this Easley, South Carolina day trip is worth the drive! If you’re looking for things to do in Easley, SC, this itinerary is an easy way to spend a full day exploring the Upstate. Start with a local coffee shop, enjoy time outdoors, learn a bit of the area’s history, and wrap it all up with classic British-style fish and chips you wouldn’t expect to find in South Carolina. Swipe through for the full Easley, SC day trip itinerary ➡️ Save this for your next South Carolina day trip and tag someone you’d explore Easley with And I’m curious, what’s the furthest you’re willing to drive for dinner? _________________________________ Hi! I’m Julie. Welcome to @scdaytrips  where I am on a mission to explore South Carolina and share it with you. I’ve visited all 46 counties, I am working on the 48 (and counting!) state parks, and I am experiencing 20 South Carolina sporting events! Follow along as I shop small, explore the local culture, get outdoors, and discover the history of South Carolina, the Palmetto State. #discoversc #thingstodoinsc #exploresouthcarolina

FREE coffee for a year… right here in York County?! ☕👀 I’m curious…are you team hot coffee or team iced coffee?! A new local coffee shop is celebrating their grand opening with a daily keychain hide-and-seek across the area, and if you find it first, you win free coffee for a year. Yes, really. Here’s how to join: ☕ Follow @mugandmaple and me ☕ Like this post ☕ Find the hidden keychain + share a photo/video ☕ Head in to claim your first free coffee _________________________________ Hi! I’m Julie. Welcome to @scdaytrips where I am on a mission to explore South Carolina and share it with you. I’ve visited all 46 counties, I am working on the 48 (and counting!) state parks, and I am experiencing 20 South Carolina sporting events! Follow along as I shop small, explore the local culture, get outdoors, and discover the history of South Carolina, the Palmetto State. #CoffeeShopsSC #SupportLocalSC #SmallBusinessSC

Coffee, fresh air, local history, and a farmers market… this Lexington, SC day trip has it all! From starting your morning at a local coffee shop to getting outside, exploring a bit of local history at the Lexington County Museum, and stopping by a seasonal farmers market, this Lexington, South Carolina day trip is a great way to slow down and experience the greater Columbia area. I mapped out a full itinerary so you can make the most of your time—whether you’re visiting for the first time or just looking for something new to do close to home, swipe through for the full Lexington day trip plan. Share this with a friend and I’d love to hear from you…where should I go next?! _________________________________ Hi! I’m Julie. Welcome to @scdaytrips  where I am on a mission to explore South Carolina and share it with you. I’ve visited all 46 counties, I am working on the 48 (and counting!) state parks, and I am experiencing 20 South Carolina sporting events! Follow along as I shop small, explore the local culture, get outdoors, and discover the history of South Carolina, the Palmetto State. #DiscoverSC #shoplexsc #shoplocal