Location: Aiken
Top Things to do in Aiken
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Aiken, South Carolina (SC)
Aiken is the largest city and county seat of Aiken County, in the western portion of the state of South Carolina, United States. With Augusta, Georgia, it is one of the two largest cities of the Central Savannah River Area. It is part of the Augusta-Richmond County Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Restaurants in Aiken
1. Hitchcock Woods
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 206 reviews
Reviewed By Lawrette46
In the middle of the city of Aiken, SC lies a beautiful 2000 acre urban forest. It is a delightful pine and hardwood forest with many trails perfect for horseback riding or hiking. Dogs are welcome also. During the hunt season, hunt clubs ride every Saturday. Hitchcock Woods is a blessing to Aiken!
2. Hopelands Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 434 reviews
Reviewed By tebritt29803
A great place to explore, climb very old oaks, and play hide-n-seek. The summer concerts are an added plus.
3. Aiken County Historical Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 181 reviews
Reviewed By kathymcd2018 - Bluffton, United States
This former Winter Colony home is a lovely and historic setting to see many exhibits about the history of Aiken and surrounding area. Nicely done. Friendly docents. Worth a visit.
4. Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 185 reviews
The Visitors Center, located on the first floor of the rebuilt Aiken Railroad Depot, can assist you with any questions you may have, contains maps and brochures of the area, a calendar of events and more. The Train Museum, located on the second floor, has nine dioramas that depict the towns, as they were in 1916, along the South Carolina Canal and Railroad Company right of way. This railroad became the first designed steam powered commercial railroad in the US and the longest railroad in the world. These dioramas are done in the familiar HO scale and are complimented by interactive displays depicting railroad history. The Aiken Trolley Tour also departs from this location every Saturday at 10 am. Private trolley tours for groups of 15 or more may be available upon request.
5. The Bone-i-fide Bakery & Grooming
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
6. Virginia Acres Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
7. Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
The Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum celebrates the great tradition of racing and Aiken’s vital role in it. Forty Champion Thoroughbreds have trained at the famed Aiken Training Track. The Hall of Fame immortalizes each in the Iselin’s charming, old carriage house. The Hall of Fame features both flat racers and steeplechase horses, from 1942 through the present. Photos, trophies and other memorabilia highlight these outstanding horses.
Reviewed By kathymcd2018 - Bluffton, United States
This was an interesting visit to appreciate the history of horses in Aiken. The docent was friendly and provided historical information. They had displays about jockeys, horses and the history of horses in Aiken. Small but nicely arranged museum. The setting in Hopelands Gardens was also worth a stroll around.
8. Aiken Center for the Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By cjemeryjr - Columbia, United States
A great gallery with interesting, creative, and engaging art. A tasteful gallery shop. Always a good spot to spend some time.
9. Cyndi's Sweet Shoppe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By Gamergirl2014 - Thomson, United States
I had the pleasure of coming here last month back in October and what a unique candy shop it is and when trying to find your favorite pieces of candy or even to try some ice cream. Loved the peanut brittle I bought and next time I come to the sweet shoppe I'll be sure to try the truffles especially the Tiramisu, Red Velvet, Irish Cream, and Amaretto.
10. Boyd Pond Park
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