Southside Travel Guide
Augusta
Visit Southside
Popular places to visit
Augusta State University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Augusta State University during your travels in Augusta. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Paine College
Walk around the campus at Paine College as part of your travels around Augusta.
Augusta Imperial Theatre
Charlie Chaplin appeared here in 1918 and since then this historic theater has been an important venue for entertainment in Augusta.
Augusta Museum of History
Follow the story of the Augusta region, from the early Native American settlements to present day, through comprehensive exhibits covering 12,000 years of history.
The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill
Hike, bike and kayak along this scenic canal and learn about the historic role it played in the Industrial Revolution and the American Civil War.
Lake Olmstead Park
After visiting Lake Olmstead Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Augusta.
Top hotels in Southside
Best Western Plus Augusta North Inn & Suites
"Good place to stay"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Aiken South
"Very clean"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Grovetown Augusta
"Clean, comfortable, affordable room. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hyatt House Augusta Downtown
"Large spacious room with kitchen and living room space. Very friendly and helpful staff at reception and for breakfast service. Large, excellent diverse breakfast buffet, including things like salmon and the option to have a personal omelette ordered. Excellent central location at Broad Street, within ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Augusta I-20
"The staff person on Sunday morning was rude to my wife. This indian subcontinent male acted like he did not understand English! He was generally unpleasant. The other staff members were pleasent, helpful and professional, especially Theo"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza North Augusta by IHG
"Clean"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Southside
Downtown Augusta
If you're spending some time in Downtown Augusta, Augusta Imperial Theatre and Bell Auditorium are top sights worth seeing.
Summerville
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Summerville and surrounding area, you can visit Augusta National Golf Club and Newman Tennis Center.
West Augusta
West Augusta might not have many top sights, but Augusta National Golf Club and Bowlero Augusta are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Lakemont
While there might not be top attractions in Lakemont, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Augusta National Golf Club and Topgolf.
West End
If you're spending some time in West End, The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Sacred Heart Cultural Center are top sights worth seeing.
