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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

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit 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

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Paine College during your stay in Augusta.

Paine College
Augusta Imperial Theater featuring theater 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
The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill which includes 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
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
This is Lake Olmstead Park , a beautiful little park in the heart of Augusta, GA. Several canals and bodies of water run to the lake, those waters eventually connect to the savannah river. Highly recommended when in AUGUSTA.

Lake Olmstead Park

After visiting Lake Olmstead Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Augusta.

Lake Olmstead Park

Top hotels in Highland Park

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 P3,697 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
P3,697
per night
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
we had an issue with housekeeping on the 2nd and 3rd day of our stay when she took all towels and did not replenish and left the trash cans on the desk and counter, then another time i ran into her in the morning to find out what time she would be coming in to clean, she stated around 4pm but she ...

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Augusta Washington Road
Baymont by Wyndham Grovetown Augusta

Baymont by Wyndham Grovetown Augusta

2.5 out of 5
461 Park West Drive Grovetown GA
The price is P5,125 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
P5,125
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grovetown. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Wedges and Woods and Regal Augusta ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
I have loved my last 2 stays here. Hotel is great, staff is awesome, will be back.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Grovetown Augusta
Garner Hotel August West by IHG

Garner Hotel August West by IHG

2.5 out of 5
629 Northwest Frontage Road Augusta GA
The price is P3,497 per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
P3,497
per night
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (98 reviews)
Great , clean

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Garner Hotel August West by IHG
Sonesta Essential Augusta

Sonesta Essential Augusta

2 out of 5
3039B Washington Rd Augusta GA
The price is P3,558 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
P3,558
per night
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Augusta National Golf Club and ...
6/10 (532 reviews)
Advertised breakfast.. but none. Smokey room. Cigarette holes in bed cover. Great rate however. Thanks

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Sonesta Essential Augusta
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Aiken South

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Aiken South

2.5 out of 5
3270 Whiskey Rd Aiken SC
The price is P5,691 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
P5,691
per night
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aiken. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Room was nice clean and tidy. Staff is patient and professional. Nice place to stay!

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Aiken South
Crowne Plaza North Augusta by IHG

Crowne Plaza North Augusta by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1060 Center St North Augusta SC
The price is P8,140 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
P8,140
per night
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Book a stay at this golf hotel in North Augusta. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (886 reviews)
The airport shuttle was easy to find but I had to wait for 30 minutes before the shuttle could go. The driver was waiting for some other passengers and I had to take a taxi. So shuttle is a miss...

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Crowne Plaza North Augusta by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Highland Park

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Forest Hills

If you're spending some time in Forest Hills, Newman Tennis Center and Christenberry Fieldhouse are top sights worth seeing.

Forest Hills
Savannah river rapids in Augusta

Summerville

While there might not be top attractions in Summerville, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Confederate Monument and Augusta National Golf Club.

Summerville
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Pendleton King

While there might not be top attractions in Pendleton King, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Confederate Monument.

Pendleton King
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Sand Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Sand Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Confederate Monument and Augusta National Golf Club.

Sand Hills
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Wheeless Road

Wheeless Road might not have many top sights, but Augusta Mall and Augusta National Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Wheeless Road
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Midtown

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

Midtown

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