Aqueduct Park
Famous for: Historic Aqueduct, Waterfall Views, Rock Climbing Spots
A park featuring a 19th-century granite aqueduct, waterfall, swimming, and rock climbing.
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Top Attractions in Augusta
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16 Listed places
4.7
average across 16 rated listings
Fort Eisenhower
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Fort Eisenhower
Augusta Canal National Heritage Area
Famous for: Canal system, Industrial Heritage, Boat Tours
A captivating historical site showcasing the remnants of a completely preserved industrial canal constructed in 1845.
Augusta Museum of History
Famous for: Augusta's history, James Brown exhibits, Native American artifacts
A captivating journey through history, showcasing Native American origins, Civil War influence, and the legacy of James Brown.
Augusta Riverwalk
Famous for: Riverfront views, Splash fountain, Playground equipment
A charming riverfront park with brick walking paths, a splash fountain, a playground, and nearby amenities.
Augusta Sculpture Trail
Famous for: Sculptures, Walking trails, Public art
A captivating collection of contemporary sculptures set against a picturesque backdrop offers a thought-provoking and visually stunning experience.
Brick Pond Park
Famous for: Plant trail, Wildlife viewing, Stormwater treatment facility
This revitalized natural space offers a plant trail, wildlife viewing, and a stormwater treatment facility.
Lucy Craft Laney Museum
Famous for: Lucy Craft Laney's legacy, African-American history, Historical artifacts
A charming house showcasing the legacy of an influential African-American educator through history & art.
Maine State Museum
Famous for: Maine history exhibits, Natural history collections, Educational programming
A museum offering exhibits and collections documenting cultural and natural history.
Meadow Garden
Famous for: George Walton's home, 18th-century architecture, Historical artifacts
A meticulously restored 18th-century historic house museum that was once home to a prominent politician.
Morris Museum of Art
Famous for: Southern Art, Paintings and Sculpture, Photography
This museum showcases paintings, sculptures, and photographs celebrating Southern art.
Old Fort Western
Famous for: Oldest Wood Fort in New England, Historic Collections, 18th-Century Architecture
A 1754 wooden fort, recognized as the oldest surviving structure of its kind in New England, houses historic collections.
Phinizy Swamp Nature Park
Famous for: Swamp ecosystems, Wildlife viewing, Educational programs
A forest & swampland featuring multiuse trails & a science facility offering classes & events.
Riverview Park Activities Center
Famous for: Water Sports, Scenic River Views, Community Events
Offers a variety of recreational activities, including water sports, walking trails, community events, and river views.
Sacred Heart Cultural Center
Famous for: Historic church architecture, Rotating art exhibits, Live music performances
A cultural center blending history and contemporary art within a beautifully preserved 19th-century church.
The Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson
Famous for: Woodrow Wilson exhibits, Guided tours of an 1859 manse, Historical landmark status
A historic 1859 manse showcasing artifacts and memorabilia from the childhood of one of America's most influential leaders.
US Army Signal Corps Museum
Fort Eisenhower
Famous for: Signal Corps history, Military artifacts, Eisenhower connection
A museum showcasing the evolution of military communications from early telegraph systems to modern satellite networks.
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What are the top attractions to visit in Augusta?
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