Traveling with kids doesn't have to be stressful. With the right car, the right snacks, and a few smart planning tips, your family road trip through Upstate South Carolina can be an adventure everyone remembers fondly.
Choose the Right Vehicle
Space matters with kids. Our SUV — Family Explorer seats 7 comfortably and has roof rails for extra luggage. Plenty of leg room means fewer "are we there yet" moments.
Pack a Road Trip Kit
Kid-Friendly Stops in the Upstate
*Hollywild Animal Park (Wellford, SC)*
Just 15 minutes from Spartanburg, Hollywild is a drive-through safari park where kids can feed animals from the car window. Absolute winner with young ones.
*Croft State Park*
Easy hiking trails, fishing, and wide open spaces perfect for burning off energy. Pack a picnic.
*Reidville Road Splash Pad*
Free splash pad great for younger kids on hot days. Easy in and out.
*Upstate Children's Museum (Greenville)*
About 30 minutes away, this hands-on museum is designed for kids ages 1–12 and consistently earns rave reviews from families.
Plan for Breaks
Build extra time into your schedule. Kids need bathroom breaks, stretch breaks, and snack breaks. Fighting it only creates tension — embrace the stops.
Leave Early
Younger kids are often happiest in the car during early morning hours. A 7am departure means kids might sleep through the first hour or two.
Make it an Adventure
Give older kids a simple road trip bingo card or scavenger hunt list. Whoever spots a water tower, a tractor, or a state line marker first wins a small prize.
Modern Rent A Car has spacious, clean, family-ready vehicles ready for your next adventure. Book with us and hit the road.