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Augusta: The Golf City
Considering to play The Augusta
National Golf Course you are required to be a member or
the guest of a member it is unlikely you will have a
chance to play that famous course however there are many
fine courses in Augusta that are open to the public.
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Forest Hills
Golf Course
1500 Comfort Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
706-394-2983
When Bobby Jones made his
Grand Slam of Golf in 1930, beginning with the Southeastern
Open at Forest Hills, the course earned its indelible mark
in golf history. But, its rich history predates the
tournament and began when the U.S. Army occupied the site
during World War I as Camp Hancock. Hundreds of Army tents
dotted the landscape as soldiers prepared for war. After the
property was acquired by the elegant Forest Hills-Ricker
Hotel, the 18-hole course was developed in 1926 by
internationally famous Donald Ross. For several decades, the
resort was a winter destination point for wealthy
Northerners.
As the home course of Augusta State University's golf
program, Forest Hills hosts the annual ASU-Cleveland Golf
Invitational which draws the top collegiate teams in the
nation. Among the college golfers who played in the
tournament and have gone on to become champions are Phil
Mickelson (1989), Justin Leonard (1992), and Davis Love III,
(1981, 1982). Other notables include Larry Mize, 1987
Master's champion, and Charles Howell, 2000 NCAA champion.
Green fees -
$20 to $45
(approximate)
Driving Range: Yes
Augusta Municipal Golf Course
Highland Avenue
Augusta, GA 30904
706-731-9344
Augusta Municipal Golf Course is an 18-hole regulation
length golf course in Augusta, Georgia. This short layout
has 3 sets of teeboxes for a fun, but challenging golfing
experience.
18 total holes
at facility
Green fees -
$24 to $32
(approximate)
Driving Range: Yes
The First Tee of Augusta
3165 Damascus Rd
Augusta, GA 30909
706-364-4653
The First Tee of Augusta is a 9-hole regulation length golf
course in Augusta, Georgia. This short layout has adequate
length for a regulation course.
9 total holes at facility
Green fees - $11 to $11 (approximate)
Designed by Harrison Minchew and Arnold Palmer Course Design
Driving Range: Yes
Goshen Plantation Golf Course
1601 Goshen Clubhouse Dr
Augusta, GA 30906
706-793-1168
Goshen Plantation Golf Course is an 18-hole regulation
length golf course in Augusta, Georgia. This championship
layout features 5 sets of teeboxes for the enjoyment of
golfers of all skill levels.
18 total holes at facility
Green fees - $29 to $39 (approximate)
Designed by Ellis Maples
Bermuda Grass
Driving Range: Yes
Golf isn't the only attraction in Augusta. We have a very
rich culture here with many activities. Here are some of
Augusta's top attractions.
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Petersburg Boat Tours
All Boats depart from Enterprise Mill Docks.
Purchase tickets inside the Augusta Canal Interpretive
Center
West center entrance to Enterprise Mill
1450 Greene Street, Augusta, GA
706-823-0440 ext. 4.
Free parking. Use west side lot.
Daily One-Hour Tours - The
40-passenger open boats leave the docks at Enterprise Mill
for hour-long excursions past 19th Century textile mills and
an 18th Century trading post. Then its on past the Lake
Olmstead Bulkhead where egrets, gray and green heron along
with other fishing birds and wildlife make their appearance.
The captain comes about (that means turns around for you
landlubbers) at the Augusta Water Pumping Station and heads
back as passengers scout for sliding turtles and river otter
as their lively tour guide narrates tales of Augusta's past
and present.
Hours:
10:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m.
Admission:
$12 Regular Tours - $20 Saturday Sunset Cruise - $ 24 Friday
Moonlight Music Cruise
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Phinizy Swamp Nature Park
1858 Lock and Dam Rd,
Off Lock and Dam Rd,
Augusta, GA 30901
706-828-2109
Located a few miles from the thriving downtown area is
Phinizy Swamp. Attractions include miles of trails, nature
walks, wetlands, streams, swamps, and an oxbow lake.
Visitors can see blue heron, bobcats, turtles, and
alligators in their natural habitat. Over 1,100 acres of
natural beauty.
Hours: Visitors center Sat-Sun 9pm-5pm Nature Park
Mon-Fri Noon-Sunset; Sat-Sun Sunrise-Sunset
Admission: Free |
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Riverwalk Augusta
Augusta, GA
706-823-6600
Recently renovated to reflect a revitalization of Augusta's
downtown area, this eight-block section offers spectacular
views of the Savannah River and has become a popular venue
for outdoor festivals and special events. Located along the
scenic walkway are shopping, hotels, restaurants, and
outdoor picnic and playground area.
Hours: Always open
Admission: Free |
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National Science Center Fort Discovery
One 7th St, Riverwalk,
Augusta, GA 30901
706-821-0221
800-325-5445
This center encompasses over 128,000 square feet of
interactive displays and exhibits that focus on computer
arts, communications and electronics. Located on the
Riverwalk.
Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun Noon-5pm
Admission: General Admission Adult (18-54) $8; Senior
(55+) $6; Military $6; Child (4-17) $6; Child (3 and under)
Free STARLAB Portable Planetarium $2 Theater All-day Pass $2
Parking $1 - $4 |
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Morris Museum of Art
One 10th St,
Augusta, GA 30901
706-724-7501
706-828-3807
At One Tenth Street, you can find one of the best and most
impressive collections of 18th century art, portraits,
stills, and contemporary works located in the Southeast.
Hours: Tue-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun Noon-5pm
Admission: Adult $5; Senior (65+) $3; Student $3;
Military $3; Child (5) Free |
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Augusta Museum of History
560 Reynolds St,
Augusta, GA 30901
706-722-8454
You can trace the history of a people and a way of life at
this premier, award-winning museum. A steam locomotive, a
projectile thousands of years old, and so many more exhibits
that are intended to enrich and educate.
Hours: Tue-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 1pm-5pm
Admission: Adult $4; Senior $3; Child $2; Child (5
and under) Free |
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Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art
506 Telfair St,
Augusta, GA 30901
706-722-5495
This three-story Federalist building with gracefully curved
stairways and double-tiered balconies was originally built
in 1818 for the extravagant sum of $40,000. Today it houses
the works of local, regional, and national artists.
Hours:
Tue-Fri 10am-5pm
Admission:
Free
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