Best of Aiken, SC
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Aiken, SC — mapped and organized by category.
About Aiken
Aiken is the most populous city in, and the county seat of, Aiken County, South Carolina, United States. According to the 2020 census, its population was 32,025, making it the 15th‑most populous city in South Carolina.
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Wildemount
Wildemount is a restaurant located at 200 Park Avenue SW.
View details →Best Hotels in Aiken
14 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Carriage House Inn
Carriage House Inn is a hotel located in the neighborhood of The Colony Apartments.
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Econo Lodge
Econo Lodge is a hotel located in the neighborhood of The Colony Apartments.
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Fairfield Inn
The Fairfield Inn is a hotel located in the neighborhood of The Colony Apartments.
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Hilton Garden Inn Aiken
Hilton Garden Inn Aiken is a hotel located in the Bonniview Estates.
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Quality Inn & Suites
Quality Inn & Suites is a hotel located in the neighborhood of The Colony Apartments.
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The Willcox
The Willcox is a historic hotel in The Colony Apartments that remains from the Aiken Winter Colony era.
Best Restaurants in Aiken
46 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Lanky's on Laurens
Lanky's on Laurens offers casual dining in The Colony Apartments.
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LongHorn Steakhouse
LongHorn Steakhouse serves a range of steak dishes in the Bonniview Estates neighborhood.
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Mellow Mushroom
Mellow Mushroom is a restaurant in The Colony Apartments that serves pizza.
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Metro Diner
Metro Diner serves classic diner fare in the Bonniview Estates neighborhood. The casual setting offers a variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options for locals and visitors alike.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Aiken
7 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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New Moon Cafe
New Moon Cafe serves coffee in the vicinity of The Colony Apartments.
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Polo Ground Café
Polo Ground Café is a local café located in The Colony Apartments.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Aiken
4 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Alley Downtown Taproom
Alley Downtown Taproom is a bar located in The Colony Apartments.
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City Billiards Food & Spirits
City Billiards Food & Spirits is a bar located in The Colony Apartments.
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Rhumba Rum & Cigar Lounge
Rhumba Rum & Cigar Lounge is a bar located in The Colony Apartments.
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Tailgate Tavern
Tailgate Tavern is a bar located in the neighborhood of The Colony Apartments.
Best Things to Do in Aiken
5 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Aiken County Historical Museum
Aiken County Historical Museum is located at 433 Newberry Street SW.
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Aiken Train Depot Museum
Aiken Train Depot Museum is located at 406 Park Avenue SE and offers visitors a look into the region's railway history.
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Center for African American History, Art & Culture
The Center for African American History, Art & Culture is located at 120 York Street Northeast.
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Savannah River Site Museum
Savannah River Site Museum is an attraction located at 224 Laurens St SW.
Best Shops in Aiken
25 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Aiken Antique Mall
Aiken Antique Mall offers a variety of vintage items at 112 Laurens Street SW.
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Aiken Center for the Arts
Aiken Center for the Arts is a shop located at 122 Laurens Street Southwest.
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Caroliniana Rare Books
Caroliniana Rare Books is a shop located at 127 Laurens Street Southwest.
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Ginger Bee Boutique
Ginger Bee Boutique is a shop located at 110 Laurens Street SW.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Aiken
18 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Crosland Park Playground
Crosland Park Playground is located in the Gatewood Apartments neighborhood.
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Carolina Bay Nature Preserve
Carolina Bay Nature Preserve is a park located near The Colony Apartments.
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Charleston Street Playground
Charleston Street Playground is a park located in Gatewood Apartments.
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Earnest Weaver Park
Earnest Weaver Park is a public park located in The Colony Apartments.
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Hammond/Williams Park
Visit Hammond/Williams Park for a quiet green space in Gatewood Apartments.
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Kennedy Colony Playground
Kennedy Colony Playground is a family-friendly park located in The Colony Apartments, offering open green space for children to play and relax.
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