Summerville

Augusta

Really old railroad bridge
Really old railroad bridge
Home of Freeman Walker, outstanding citizen of early Georgia. Born in Virginia in 1780, he came to Richmond County in his youth and studied law. Freeman Walker, in 1826, deeded 70 acres of land to the United States Government to be used as an arsenal-the site now of the Junior College of Augusta. He reserved one acre as a family burial ground, known as the Walker Cemetery. He was the father of Maj. Gen. W. H. T. Walker, CSA. Admitted to the bar in 1802, he followed a life of public service; City Attorney for three years and Mayor of Augusta 1817-19, being the first to hold the city´s chief executive office under the name of Mayor, and Brigade Inspector of Gen. Valentine Walker´s brigade in 1813. He represented Richmond County in both branches of the State Legislature and represented Georgia in the U. S. Senate. His speech on the Missouri Compromise attracted nation-wide attention. 

He died in 1827 and is buried in the Walker Cemetery.

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Top hotels in Summerville

The Partridge Inn Augusta, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Partridge Inn Augusta, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
2110 Walton Way Augusta GA
The price is RM429 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
RM429
RM524 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (370 reviews)
This was a lovely, clean hotel. The rooms location was, unfortunately, both right under the rooftop dining restaurant and also right across from the elevator so noisy almost until we finally fell asleep. We are finding that booking through a third party, like hotels.com and booking etc. we are almost ...

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

The Partridge Inn Augusta, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Augusta-Washington Rd

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Augusta-Washington Rd

2.5 out of 5
3028 B Washington Road Augusta GA
The price is RM329 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
RM329
RM408 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Hotel was very clean, and front desk member was friendly. Easy access right off highway. no issues, would stay here again.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Augusta-Washington Rd
Sonesta Essential Augusta

Sonesta Essential Augusta

2 out of 5
3039B Washington Rd Augusta GA
The price is RM201 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
RM201
RM258 total
21 Jan - 22 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Augusta National Golf Club and Bowlero ...
5.8/10 (444 reviews)
Roads were bad coming in

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Sonesta Essential Augusta
Crowne Plaza North Augusta by IHG

Crowne Plaza North Augusta by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1060 Center St North Augusta SC
The price is RM511 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
RM511
RM613 total
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in North Augusta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (850 reviews)
The room was spacious and clean. The restaurant breakfast was great. The staff were extremely welcoming. No complaints whatsoever!

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Crowne Plaza North Augusta by IHG
Hyatt House Augusta Downtown

Hyatt House Augusta Downtown

3.5 out of 5
1268 Broad St Augusta GA
The price is RM515 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
RM515
RM624 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (936 reviews)
Room refrigerator had someone’s leftover tinfoil in it but who cares took 5 seconds to throw away. Rooms were nice and hotel is nice. I would stay again.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Hyatt House Augusta Downtown
Wingate by Wyndham Augusta Washington Road

Wingate by Wyndham Augusta Washington Road

3 out of 5
2650 Center West Parkway Augusta GA
The price is RM249 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
RM249
RM314 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Augusta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,002 reviews)
Good housekeeping services

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Augusta Washington Road
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Other neighbourhoods around Summerville

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Sand Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Sand Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Confederate Monument and Augusta National Golf Club.

Sand Hills
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Midtown

When in Midtown, you can plan a visit to The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Meadow Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Midtown
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Harrisburg

When in Harrisburg, you can plan a visit to The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Bell Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Harrisburg
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Pendleton King

When in Pendleton King, you can plan a visit to The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Confederate Monument, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pendleton King
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Highland Park

When in Highland Park, you can plan a visit to Confederate Monument and Newman Tennis Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Highland Park
Beautiful sunset over the lake . Many people fishing nearby.

West End

If you're spending some time in West End, The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Meadow Garden are top sights worth seeing.

West End


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