Attractions/Events:
- Master's Golf Tournament - 18 miles-known for the finest courses in the country
- The Aiken Triple Crown, the Trials, Steeple Chase and the Harness Race held in spring. (call for schedules and brochures)
- Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame features famous owners, trainers, jockeys and horses
- The Aiken Polo Club, one of the oldest clubs in America
- Historic Carriage Tour - a horse drawn carriage takes you on a tour of Aiken
- Aiken Tours - 90 minute motorized tour of Hopeland Gardens, Thouroughbred Racing Hall of Fame, historic homes and buildings brought to you by the Chamber of Commerce
- Montmorenci Vineyards - enjoy wine tasting at this locally owned winery, one of the few in the south
- Hopeland Gardens - a summer concert series featuring musical acts from a wide range of artists. The Aiken Civic Ballet, US Marine Corps Band, Aiken Brass Band and Augusta Highlanders are just a few scheduled to appear
- Antique and art shops where you can browse for treasures
- Fine dining
- Cultural shows
- The Whiskey Road Race and the Aiken Triple Crown Race
- Regatta, training and competition held throughout the year at nearby Langley Pond
- Golf courses with designs by HD Wyman, Donald Rose, Joe Lee and Alex Hamilton
- Camping, hiking and biking trails
- Boating and jet skiing
- Civil War reenactments
- Aiken's Makin' - wonderful crafts, food and family entertainment in September. Located in downtown Aiken - for info call 803-641-1111
- 1 mile from the University of South Carolina-Aiken - one of the best learning institutions in the region
- 1 mile from Aiken Regional Hospital
- 15 miles from Savannah River Site
- Horse farms and training stables within 2-5 miles
- Downtown festivals - call for calendar of events
- Hitchcock Woods - natural park and wildlife refuge with hiking and riding trails
- Citizen's Park - multi-field sports arena, host to several baseball, soccer and softball tournaments
- H. O'Dell Weeks Center - features a walking track, playground and picnic areas as well as other amenities
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