Aiken Tours
Climb aboard the Aiken Trolley to "Experience Aiken" and its grace, charm and elegance during this 2 hour guided tour, including a walk through Hopelands Gardens and the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum. On the tour, you’ll also see and hear about:
- Historic Homes and Churches
- Equestrian Sites
- The Civil War’s Battle of Aiken
- The Live Oak Canopy on S. Boundary
- Hopelands Gardens
- The Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame & Museum
- Rye Patch
- And much more...
Tours scheduled every Saturday and leave from the Washington Center located at 126 Newberry Street, Aiken.
Cost: $12 per person.
Departure: 10:00 A.M. Return: By 12:00 Noon.
Reservations are Strongly Recommended!
To make reservations or for more information call 1-888-AikenSC or (803)642-7631.
Motor coaches and group tours: Due to a City of Aiken ordinance, motor coaches are restricted access to Aiken’s historic districts which includes the horse district. Any group coming to visit, via motor coach, must contact the Tourism Supervisor at 803-293-7846 or 1-888-245-3672. Arrangements can be made to transport the group as needed. In addition, there are a limited number of private group tours that may be booked each month. Early reservations are strongly encouraged.
If accommodations for those with disabilities are needed at any City of Aiken facility or event, please notify the City of Aiken Parks, Recreation, & Tourism 72 hours in advance at 1-888-AikenSC or (803)642-7631.