These are some of my favorite places in and around Augusta! They definitely draw a crowd!
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Outdoor Fun
Restaurants
Arts & Entertainment
Local Favorites
Outdoor Fun
These are some great places for fresh air, exercise, and fun!
I love this park! It is the daily stomping ground for our youth and it hosts many concerts and events, including Rock Fore Dough each year during Masters Week!
Evans Towne Center Park
This is a great place to walk, bike, kayak, and take pictures! It overlooks the Savannah River and historic Augusta Canal! I’ve captured some amazing sunrises and sunsets here!
Savannah Rapids Pavilion
If you love nature, you’ll love Phinizy!! Take your camera because there’s no telling what you’ll see!!
Phinizy Swamp Nature Park
One of my favorite places!! We spend SO much time out in the boat!!
Clark's Hill Lake in Columbia County, Georgia
Restaurants
If you are a foodie, these are musts!! My husband is an amazing cook, so I struggle to find restaurants that i actually like. These are top notch!
Hands down the BEST baked oysters, seasonal drinks, and decadent desserts ever!! Did I mention the filet??? Chef’s Kiss!!
Becks
The best Cajun food around!! My family always goes for the seafood pasta!! I also love the West Bank Duo with Beef Tenderloin and Lobster Tail. Save room for the Peanut Butter Pie because you’ll never have another slice that good!!
French Market Grille West
This one is right across the river in North Augusta, but it deserves a nod!! Wagyu…need I say more??? The boards and flights are all ahhhhhhhh-mazing!!!
Brinkley's Chop House
This one is cozy, upscale, and delicious! Perfect for date night!
Cadwalladers Café
Best cake in town!! I highly recommend the strawberry!!
The Boll Weevil Cafe and Sweetery
Arts & Entertainment
Everyone likes to be entertained and these are some great picks in the Augusta area!
We have a little golf game right in our backyard. You’ve probably never heard of it. It’s called The Masters and it’s played at the Augusta National the first full week of April each year. I’ve been several times and it’s definitely worth a visit if ...
Augusta National Golf Club
If you’re looking for art, live performances, fun family activities, and food from around the world, this event has it all!
Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival
I love the Imperial! I saw The Nutcracker Ballet and Greater Augusta Youth Theatre’s rendition of Peter Pan performed on this stage.
Imperial Theatre
The Miller is a fun venue for concerts and events! I love Movies at the Miller!
Miller Theater
PAC is a great addition to downtown Evans!! It hosts local high school graduations, dance competitions, concerts, shows, and so much more!!
Columbia County Performing Arts Center
Local Favorites
Some old and new local favorites!
The Partridge Inn is a historic hotel with an awesome rooftop bar. It is super close to the golf course.
The Partridge Inn
All of the locals and patrons know the significance of a green box!
Windsor Fine Jewelers
If you are an adventurer, this shop is for you! All of your outdoor gear is right here! My family loves shopping here for clothing, shoes, accessories, and gear!
Escape Outdoors
This is a great men’s clothing store, owned by one of our local pastors! Think preppy, Southern lifestyle, with a focus on "coastal" fashion.
Low Country Clothier
Surrey Center has some of the best boutiques and restaurants in Augusta!!