Allied Van Lines: The Best of Greenville Moving Companies

Sitting in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in northwest South Carolina, Greenville is one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S., with a population of 60,000, as of the 2012 U.S. Census. The city - not to be confused with Greenville, North Carolina - features a thriving economy. It was ranked among “Best Cities for Jobs” in 2012 by Forbes Magazine, along with a number of other national recognitions, such as a  “15 Best Cities for Young Adults,” also by Forbes.

Once a center for textile manufacturing, Greenville has evolved into an household name for industry. Along with Spartanburg, Anderson and other nearby towns known as The Upstate, Greenville hosts companies from all across the world, including BMW, Michelin and more than 250 international firms. The city is also home to Furman University, a liberal arts college with NCAA Division I athletics.

Greenville residents enjoy a fairly mild climate, with temperatures in the summer averaging mid-70s while hovering around the 40s come winter.

Attractions and activities in Greenville

Between the sports, shops and nature opportunities of Blue Ridge Mountains, Greenville offers something for all types of personalities. Swing by one of the big games at Fluor Field, where the Greenville Drive, a Class A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, plays baseball. The Greenville Road Warriors, an affiliate of the New York Rangers, plays hockey at Bon Secours Wellness Arena, which seats more than 15,000 spectators.

Check out the shops, entertainment facilities and museums at downtown Greenville. This district recently underwent $18-million construction project that remodelled the riverfront park. Besides the shopping, you can take advantage of the Peace Center for the Performing Arts, Greenville County Museum and the Upcountry History Museum.

Get a breath of fresh air at one of the many outdoor recreation areas in Greenville. Residents and visitors love Falls Park on the Reedy, a neat riverfront park that has walkways and waterfalls where you can even get some good bird watching in. Keep the adventure going at Rabbit Tram Trail, a perfect path for hiking and biking. Many even consider it a city gem.

Moving to Greenville

When planning your transition to Greenville, let Allied Van Lines take some of the stress off. We know relocating can be a tricky. That’s why this Greenville moving company offers more than 3,500 long haul and regional fleet vehicles, 2,600 employees nationwide and full-service packing. You can choose from box and furniture inventory to disassembly and assembly to vehicle transportation.

For those who are flying into Greenville, the nearest airport, Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, is conveniently located on the outskirts of town. If you’re driving here, the city is accessible via Interstates 385 and 185.