Downtown Augusta Travel Guide

Augusta

Greene street right off broad near downtown. Definitely the more 'artsy' section of downtown Augusta.
Greene street right off broad near downtown. Definitely the more 'artsy' section of downtown Augusta.
When George Washington came to town...
3 signees of our nations birthright, the Declaration of Independence are engraved at the signers monument here in Augusta, GA, and while two of them (Walton and Hall) are entombed in said location, Gwinnets remains, suspected to be in Savannah, have gone undiscovered and have eluded historians. Button Gwinnet Lyman Hall George Walton
This building, which was erected in 1801 by Augusta's first Methodist Society, was moved to this location in 1844 to become the home of the Springfield Baptist Church. Organized in 1787 by Jesse Peters, the Springfield Baptist Church is the oldest independent African-American Church in the nation. This church helped bridge the transition between slavery and free citizenship and has stood as a focus for black community life. This church building is the major landmark remaining from the early free-black community of Springfield. The original structure was moved to the rear of the lot when the new brick church was built in 1897. Springfield Church helped to establish many black institutions. In 1867, Morehouse College, the nation's only all-male, historically black undergraduate institution, was founded in the basement of Springfield Baptist Church by Richard Coulter and Edmund Turney, while Henry Watts was serving as pastor. The school moved to Atlanta in 1879 and was renamed Morehouse College in 1913.

Popular places to visit

Augusta Museum of History

Augusta Museum of History

Follow the story of the Augusta region, from the early Native American settlements to present day, through comprehensive exhibits covering 12,000 years of history.

Augusta Museum of History
Augusta Imperial Theater featuring theatre scenes

Augusta Imperial Theatre

Charlie Chaplin appeared here in 1918 and since then this historic theater has been an important venue for entertainment in Augusta.

Augusta Imperial Theatre
St. Paul\'s Episcopal Church which includes a garden

St. Paul's Episcopal Church

Visit Augusta’s oldest church congregation and see a performance in its beautiful interior.

St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Home of Freeman Walker, outstanding citizen of early Georgia. Born in Virginia in 1780, he came to Richmond County in his youth and studied law. Freeman Walker, in 1826, deeded 70 acres of land to the United States Government to be used as an arsenal-the site now of the Junior College of Augusta. He reserved one acre as a family burial ground, known as the Walker Cemetery. He was the father of Maj. Gen. W. H. T. Walker, CSA. Admitted to the bar in 1802, he followed a life of public service; City Attorney for three years and Mayor of Augusta 1817-19, being the first to hold the city´s chief executive office under the name of Mayor, and Brigade Inspector of Gen. Valentine Walker´s brigade in 1813. He represented Richmond County in both branches of the State Legislature and represented Georgia in the U. S. Senate. His speech on the Missouri Compromise attracted nation-wide attention. He died in 1827 and is buried in the Walker Cemetery.

Augusta State University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Augusta State University during your travels in Augusta. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Augusta State University
Paine College is a private, historically black Methodist liberal arts college in Augusta, Georgia. It is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Paine College offers undergraduate degrees in the liberal arts, business administration, and education through residential, commuter, and off-site programs.

Paine College

Walk around the campus at Paine College as part of your travels around Augusta.

Paine College
The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill showing heritage architecture

The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill

Hike, bike and kayak along this scenic canal and learn about the historic role it played in the Industrial Revolution and the American Civil War.

The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill

Things to do

An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Augusta Beyond The Green

An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Augusta Beyond The Green

฿385
per adult
An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Augusta Beyond The Green
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Top hotels in Downtown Augusta

Hyatt House Augusta Downtown

Hyatt House Augusta Downtown

3.5 out of 5
1268 Broad St Augusta GA
The price is ฿4,030 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
฿4,030
฿4,885 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (942 reviews)
Room was clean and the staff was very polite and helpful!!!!

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Hyatt House Augusta Downtown
Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center

Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
2 10th St Augusta GA
The price is ฿4,812 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿4,812
฿5,796 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (761 reviews)
Very kind staff!

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center
Holiday Inn Express Augusta Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Augusta Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
444 Broad St Augusta GA
The price is ฿2,849 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿2,849
฿3,572 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Staff members friendly and room very clean

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Augusta Downtown by IHG
Wingate by Wyndham Augusta Washington Road

Wingate by Wyndham Augusta Washington Road

3 out of 5
2650 Center West Parkway Augusta GA
The price is ฿1,992 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿1,992
฿2,511 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Very Good

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Augusta Washington Road
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Augusta-Washington Rd

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Augusta-Washington Rd

2.5 out of 5
3028 B Washington Road Augusta GA
The price is ฿2,919 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿2,919
฿3,591 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Room was great, very modern and clean. Bathroom was very nice. Breakfast could have been just a bit better but adequate.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Augusta-Washington Rd
Sonesta Essential Augusta

Sonesta Essential Augusta

2 out of 5
3039B Washington Rd Augusta GA
The price is ฿1,681 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
฿1,681
฿2,148 total
6 Feb - 7 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Augusta National Golf Club and Bowlero ...
5.8/10 (468 reviews)
Nice

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Sonesta Essential Augusta
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Augusta

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Laney Walker

While Laney Walker isn't home to many top sights, James Brown Arena and Bell Auditorium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Laney Walker
Paine College is a private, historically black Methodist liberal arts college in Augusta, Georgia. It is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Paine College offers undergraduate degrees in the liberal arts, business administration, and education through residential, commuter, and off-site programs.

Medical District

When in Medical District, you can plan a visit to The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Meadow Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Medical District
Beautiful sunset over the lake . Many people fishing nearby.

West End

If you're spending some time in West End, The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Meadow Garden are top sights worth seeing.

West End
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Harrisburg

When in Harrisburg, you can plan a visit to The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Bell Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Harrisburg
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Midtown

When in Midtown, you can plan a visit to The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Meadow Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Midtown
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Pendleton King

When in Pendleton King, you can plan a visit to The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Confederate Monument, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pendleton King

Downtown Augusta Travel Guide