Discover Aiken's Southern Charm! While life in general may not look quite the same, we welcome you to the beautiful haven that Aiken is to many. In order to extend our Southern hospitality, we have swept our front porches, polished the furniture, sanitized all surfaces and put new safety measures in place. We have carefully combed through our practices in an effort to support the safety of our community and visitors alike. And, yes, you’ll need masks when visiting. From beautiful golf courses to breathtaking gardens and scenes of equestrian life to amazing food and the arts and culture life to unique outdoor excursions, Aiken is the place for a memorable and safe getaway. Whether you’re visiting Aiken for the first time or making a return trip, this social distancing itinerary will help you during your stay. | "Perhaps the most notable beneficiary from the entire exercise, modern or classic, was the prominent ranking earned by Aiken Golf Club, coming in at No. 7. Aiken opened in 1912 but has spent the vast majority of its 108 years in the shadow of nearby Palmetto Golf Club, which came in at No. 3. Aiken has endured the good, the bad and the ugly in its time, as a resort, a municipal course, a private facility and now as a semi-private operation." Read full article here. | "America's multifaceted cultural districts are home to a plethora of national treasures, including nine of the most charming streets in the country. Take a leisurely stroll on one of these picturesque paths to get a glimpse at some of the United States’ most iconic locations." Click here to read full article. |  Photo Credit: A Fox's Tale facebook | 145 Laurens Street SW
Hours:11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Thursday
11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Friday and Saturday
(times are subject to change) The Artisan Market has relocated to 145 Laurens Street to blend their style with A Fox’s Tale. The Artisan Market specializes in quality, handcrafted art, home decor, and furnishings while A Fox's Tale specializes in antiquarian books, ephemera and anything on the whimsy side. With both creative shops under one roof, you will find books, primitives, fresh southern style and decor, paint, and gift items. Workshops will take place in the upstairs venue, Studio 143, where you can learn the process of chalk and milk painting techniques and much more. To learn more about these shops, click here. |  Photo Credit: Tori Shekastenband | 1625 Richland Avenue E
Hours: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m., Tuesday - Sunday The Cabanas Salvadorean Restaurant, located at Aiken's east side, showcases a taste of El Salvador. Cabanas Salvadorean offers a variety of Central American, Caribbean, Hispanic, and Puerto Rican cuisine. The traditional dish of El Salvador are the pupusas (thick griddle cakes made with cornmeal or rice flour). The fillings include beans, pork, zucchini and loroco. The menu includes tajadas and baleadas, which is popular in Honduras. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this is a fantastic addition to Aiken’s diverse of culinary fare. Click here to learn more. |  Photo Credit: The Kitchen Palace facebook | 1084 Reynolds Pond Road
Hours: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Tuesday - Saturday
Sunday: 12 noon - 10 p.m. The Kitchen Palace Restaurant Grill and Lounge is a soul food and fast food restaurant located in Aiken's north side. Chef Robin Michelle specializes in gourmet healthy dishes that helps promote healing to the body with natural ingredients. Menu options include fried chicken, curry chicken, beef liver, smoked turkey neck bones, fried or grilled cat fish, mac n' cheese, collard greens, sweet potatoes, dessert and so much more. For full menu, click here. | Highfields, 118 Gaston St.
Hours: 6 - 10 p.m.
Saturday, September 12 The Aiken Music Fest presents The Travelin’ Kine with special guest She N She on Saturday, September 12 from 6-10 p.m., with a $10 per person entry fee. This is an outside event where you can enjoy refreshments and food from local vendors, along with shopping at the makers and creators market. Kid's activities will be available for families to enjoy! Click here for the full schedule of events. | Please visit our Festivals and Events page or our calendar for a list of events and visit here for a listing of cancellations and postponements. | Whitney Field, 420 Mead Ave.
3 p.m., Sundays,
September 16 - November, 18 The Aiken Polo Club has matches open to the public every Sunday, September 16th through November 8th at 3 p.m. These matches are held on the historic Whitney Field in Aiken’s historic horse district. The games usually last an hour and a half to two hours. General admission is $5 per person with free parking in the sand lot next to the field. Fieldside parking (limited availability) is $50 per car. Sit under the VIP pavillion or pack your own tailgate. Admission to the Alan Lyle Corey Pavilion is $40 per person and includes refreshments. For the full schedule, call the polo hotline at (803) 643-3611 or click here for information. | Hungry for More? Get the scoop with new stories by following us on FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, and YOUTUBE! | City of Aiken Tourism Division
PO Box 1177
Aiken, SC 29802
803-293-7846
1-888-AikenSC
www.visitaikensc.com | |
