Family fun activities, restaurants, hotels, spas and shopping while you're in Augusta for 2025 Masters golf tournament.
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Outdoor Activities
The weather is usually great in Augusta this time of year. Here are some activities to check out when you're not on the course.
This is a cute little market. We view it as more of a family walk around activity than a shopping experience. It's right by the River Walk and close to downtown restaurants.
The Augusta Market: Home | Augusta, GA
Cute trail that goes from paved in downtown Augusta, GA to bike paths along the river from Columbia County, GA to North Augusta, SC.
Explore The Augusta Riverwalk | Attractions & Things to Do
There are tons of cute trails and parks for your dog. The best fenced dog park in the Augusta area are right down the road in Evans. The Evans Towns Center dog park is very cute and has a small obstacle course. It is also divided into a small dog/pup...
The best places to take your dog while in Columbia County
This park has a great walking trail around a lake with a little gazebo. My kids love bringing bread to feed the fish and turtles. There are three sets of playgrounds and open green space in this park. Also, during warm weather months there is a small...
Columbia County Library Park
This lake has cute little beaches and is within 20 minutes of Augusta.
Clarks Hill Lake
Restaurants
Easy places to snag a bite during Augusta's busiest week.
Yummy pizza
Mellow Mushroom Augusta
Yummy casual Indian fare.
Namaste Indian Street Food
Yummy healthy fare close to Masters Course
The SolFood Kitchen
Known for oysters
Abel Brown Southern Kitchen & Oyster Bar
Intimate 10 person tasting menu restaurant experience inside cork and flame. Reservations open one month in advance.
Inicio - by Chef Justin Hayes
This is a must try. Just opened in October 2023 and has rave reviews from everyone that's tried it.
Bistro55 | Restaurant & Bar
If I’m honest, I want to gatekeep this place…but they’re too good to not get a mention. Perfect for a quick breakfast pick up!
Sheila's Baking Co.
Relax & Have Fun!
Great spots to relax and have fun with your travel group.
The Lake Oconee Ritz has great facilities and the most upscale spa in the area. It is a bit of a drive, so do this on a day before or after your Masters tickets.
The Spa at The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee
This small children's museum is packed with activities. Best for 6 and under.
Imagination Station Children's Museum
Master's Course
Augusta Country Club
Super fun way to get 'golf' in with a group of all skill levels.
Topgolf
Shopping
For a town the size of Augusta, it has surprisingly great shopping options across the spectrum. Here are a few great stops to check out.
Tons of cute local shops. Everything from clothing to teas and restaurants.
Surrey Center
Cute childrens clothes in Surrey Center Shopping plaza
Posh Tots Childrens Boutique
Fun shiny baubles to add to your collection
Windsor Fine Jewelers
Standard malls and high end chain restaurants.
Augusta Mall: Shopping Mall in Augusta, GA
Hotels
Great places to stay in and near Augusta, GA
This inn is so close to the course. The newly revamped space is gorgeous. There are weekly live performances and the restaurant is delicious.
The Partridge Inn - Augusta, GA Historic Hotel
This cute spot in Aiken isn't far and puts you in a great spot to get a two for one hobby weekend as Aiken is the heart of horse country.
Carriage House Inn
This hotel is just over the river in North Augusta. Great views of the river and super close to fun eateries and bars.
Crowne Plaza North Augusta – Luxury Business Hotel in ...
Hard to beat a Ritz on the waterfront. This is a little farther from Augusta, but the service and ambiance more than make up for the drive time.
