Aiken travel guide
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You're Going to Love Aiken
With a population of 29,524, Aiken is a must-see destination in South Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Aiken deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Aiken
If you’re looking for affordable options, Whiskey Alley (227 The Alley) and Park Avenue Oyster Bar & Grill (224 Park Ave SW) are great picks.
When to visit Aiken
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Aiken in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 5.5″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Aiken, with an average rainfall of 3.1″.
How to Get to Aiken
Plane
Although Aiken doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Augusta Bush Field (AGS), which is located 19 miles from Aiken. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, WestJet, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Aiken departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 31m.
Car
Another option to get to Aiken is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 154 miles from Aiken. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Kyte, among others, in Atlanta.
Airlines serving Aiken
Where to stay in Aiken
Average rates range from around $221 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $186 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include TownePlace Suites by Marriott Aiken Whiskey Road and Sleep Inn Aiken.
Where to stay in popular areas of Aiken
Most booked hotels in Aiken
Renting a car in Aiken
Renting a car in Aiken costs $67 per day, on average, or $133 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Aiken.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Aiken (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Aiken is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.