Capture the Magic at The Upstate Santa Experience
Experience the joy of the holiday season at The Upstate Santa Experience, where magical memories are captured with Santa Claus.
The Upstate Santa Experience offers a unique chance for families and tourists to capture the spirit of the season through professional photography with Santa Claus. This enchanting holiday experience is perfect for creating lasting memories in a festive atmosphere.
A brief summary to The Upstate Santa Experience
Local tips
- Book your session in advance to secure your preferred time slot, especially during peak holiday weeks.
- Consider bringing personal items for Santa to make your photos even more special, like letters to Santa or holiday-themed props.
- Arrive early to enjoy the festive decorations and get settled before your photography session begins.
- Dress in festive attire for your photos to enhance the holiday spirit in your images.
Getting There
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Public Transit
From downtown Spartanburg, walk to the nearest bus stop at the Spartanburg Transit Center located at 145 S Church St. Catch the 1A or 1B bus heading towards the Westside. Stay on the bus for approximately 20 minutes and get off at the 'Oakland Ave & S Pine St' stop. From there, it’s about a 10-minute walk. Head southeast on S Pine St, then turn left onto W Blackstock Rd. Continue straight until you reach the destination, The Upstate Santa Experience, which will be on your right at approximately 34.934007 latitude and -82.353163 longitude.
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Walking
If you are in the vicinity of the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium, you can walk to The Upstate Santa Experience. Start by heading east on E Main St toward S Church St, then turn left onto S Church St. Continue walking until you reach W Blackstock Rd. Turn right onto W Blackstock Rd. Continue straight for about 1 mile, and the destination will be on your left. This walk will take approximately 25 minutes.
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Bicycling
For those who prefer biking, you can rent a bicycle at a local bike-sharing station in downtown Spartanburg. Head south on S Church St toward W Main St, then take a right on W Blackstock Rd. Continue to bike straight for about 1.5 miles. The Upstate Santa Experience will be on your right. The biking route will take around 10-15 minutes depending on your speed.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
The Upstate Santa Experience
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Experience the joy of the holiday season at The Upstate Santa Experience, where magical memories are captured with Santa Claus.
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