WHERE TO EAT
The Hive in downtown Augusta is a trendy eatery and bar with
61 beers on tap plus wine, craft cocktails, and nitro coffee. It’s
a must for beer aficionados, who can get real-time updates
on their phone to see what’s on tap and how much is left.
The vast food menu ranges from healthy grain bowls to
burgers, heroes, and grilled cheeses.
Named after a traditional folk ballad, Abel Brown is a
Southern kitchen and oyster bar in Surrey Center serving
a rotating menu of fresh seasonal ingredients from
local farmers and oystermen. The most popular are
the Imperial Oysters topped with Stoli vodka, crème
fraiche, caviar, and watermelon, and the Georgia
white shrimp and grits.
Whatever the weather, a warming drink by the fire at
trendy bar, The Indian Queen tops off any night out.
Rustic and welcoming, the popular neighborhood
bar, and former gun shop, serves everything from local
beer to old fashioned cocktails.
The Soul Bar is an Augusta institution celebrating the
music and dance moves of Georgia-native James Brown.
Tribute bands play the Godfather of Soul’s biggest hits in this
funky club decorated with his image, while Friday and Saturday
nights turn into a dance party with the aid of a DJ. Be sure to
get at least one selfie with the life-size bronze statue of the man
himself a few blocks away on Broad Street.
GETTING THERE
American Airlines offers seasonal nonstop service from
Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Augusta Regional Airport
(AGS), usually coinciding with the Masters. AGS is also
popular with private jets or membership aviation companies
such as Wheels Up, which hosts an annual party at the
Masters. There are a number of taxi companies from
Augusta Regional into the center of town (approximately
nine miles), plus limousine services and major car rental
companies. Uber and Lyft are now available but expect surge
prices during the Masters.
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