Visit Aiken, SC is the official visitors guide for Aiken, South Carolina, offering helpful information on local attractions, dining, events, and places to stay. It’s a great resource for exploring the area and making the most of your time in this charming Southern town, known for its hospitality, history, and equestrian heritage.

Located in Aiken’s historic district, The Willcox is a charming retreat offering luxurious accommodations and Southern hospitality. Enjoy award-winning dining, relax at the spa, sip cocktails by the outdoor pool, and unwind with live music in the cozy lounge

Looking to kick off the wedding weekend with some fun? Head to AMP the Alley, Aiken’s beloved outdoor concert series held every Thursday evening in the heart of downtown. From April through October, The Alley comes alive with live music, local art, and the buzz of nearby restaurants and taprooms.

A Perfect Start to a Wedding Day

Spend your Saturday morning at the Aiken County Farmers Market, open from 7:30 to 11:30 AM. As the oldest county farmers’ market in continuous operation in South Carolina, it offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere filled with fresh produce, baked goods, meats, honey, and handmade crafts.

A breathtaking natural retreat perfect for a peaceful escape before or after the wedding festivities. Spanning over 2,100 acres, it’s one of the largest privately owned urban forests in the country, offering 70 miles of sandy trails that wind through towering pines, quiet glades, and historic equestrian paths.

The Historic Aiken Trolley Tour departs the City of Aiken Visitors Center & Train Museum (406 Park Ave SE, Aiken), at 10 am each Saturday. Reservations are strongly encouraged, as tickets often sell out two to three weeks in advance.

Axe throwing is a fun activity which entails throwing a sharpened axe at a wooden target 12 feet away. Points are scored when the axe "sticks" in the target within one of the rings or in the bullseye. Our lanes are separated by fencing for increased safety. Axe throwing is great for date nights, family fun nights, birthday parties, bachelor(ette) parties, company events, etc.

A Pedego electric bike rental is the very best way to experience Aiken and beyond! The nearby bike trails are safe and breathtakingly beautiful. Visitors always say it’s the most fun and memorable activity of their trip. And locals are surprised to find such an amazing experience right in their own backyard. Wherever you’re from, we’ll bend over backwards to make sure you leave with a giant smile on your face! Locks and helmets are included with every rental.