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1. Aiken County Historical Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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2. Aiken Center For the Arts ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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3. Aiken County Farmers Market

Category: Shopping & Stuff
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4. Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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5. DuPont Planetarium

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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6. Henderson Heritage Preserve

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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7. New Moon Cafe

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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8. Richardson's Lake Water Park

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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9. Tailored Tours of Aiken

Tours in the Area
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10. Hitchcock Woods

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11. Hopelands Gardens

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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12. Carolina Bay Nature Preserve

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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13. Unique Expressions

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14. Aiken State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Aiken is one of South Carolina’s most popular cities and favorite places to visit. With its many things to do, it’s easy to see why. The city if full of rich historical attractions and outdoor recreational activities. This is combined with several restaurants that offer delicious dishes and many unique shops. Aiken has a thriving downtown area in which visitors can find a variety of activities, and the city is also host to a number of events throughout the year that showcase some of the best concerts, food, and dance. Check out Aiken's Makin' from September 5-6, 2025.

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