City of Abbeville: The City of Abbeville is known as the "Birthplace and Deathbed of the Confederacy". Construction of the quaint square started in 1785. Enjoy shopping, dining and the Historical Charm along the square and down the side streets. Click Here
Historic Abbeville Opera House : Built in 1908. This beautiful Opera House has been renovated and updated keeping the charm from yesteryears. It is currently used as a playhouse, where you can enjoy a play on a Friday or Saturday evening. Some plays also have Saturday matinees. We do offer Play Packages - Click Here for our Specials. For the Abbeville Opera House website and Play Schedule click here
Burt-Stark Mansion: Purchased by Armistead Burt in 1862 and it was here that his friend, Jefferson Davis, held his last War Cabinet meeting of the Confederacy. The mansion may be toured Fridays and Saturdays between 1-5 p.m., for a minimal admission charge. It is closed in January.
Churches: There are numerous Historic Churches within the city limits.
Walking/Biking: There are mapped walking routes available for Historic sites and Homes, which can be done in a 20-30 minute stroll along the treed sidewalks, or enjoy it on a bike. There are bikes available upon request for our guests.
County of Abbeville - "South Caroline National Heritage Corridor" Beautiful topography and several nice State Parks, National Forest and Lakes. The area provides great fishing, boating, swimming, picnic areas, biking and golf courses. All of these are within a 15 to 20 minute drive, or can be done biking on beautiful, quiet country roads with gently rolling topography. For more information click here.
There are numerous points of Historical interests and small towns to visit when staying in Abbeville. Please contact our Welcome Center/Chamber of Commerce at: www.visitabbevillesc.com/
