Quick Summary: Rock Hill is the largest city in York County, South Carolina, on the banks of scenic the Catawba River. Rock Hill has thirty-one parks that are used for recreation but also for national and local events. The city’s historic downtown has twelve historic buildings built as early as 1840 that now offer dining and retail options. The city is also home to three colleges, including Winthrop University, founded in 1886. Glencairn Garden should be visited in spring when the blooms are at its peak. White Home, owned and managed by Historic Rock Hill organization, is a small house museum that offers guided tours.


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1. Glencairn Garden ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Glencairn Garden | Tourist Attractions in Rock Hill, South Carolina
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2. Historic Rock Hill at the White Home ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Historic Rock Hill at the White Home | Tourist Attractions in Rock Hill, South Carolina
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3. Epiphany Lutheran Church

Epiphany Lutheran Church | Tourist Attractions in Rock Hill, South Carolina
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4. Legal Remedy Brewing

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Legal Remedy Brewing | Tourist Attractions in Rock Hill, South Carolina
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5. The Pump House

The Pump House | Tourist Attractions in Rock Hill, South Carolina
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