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    Augusta Canal National Heritage Area

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    Peg D.

    Very cool about hour boat ride on the Augusta canal that is scenic and full of history. We went on a sunny day in the 70s and it was lov. Lots of birds & turtles and interesting plant life as well. Try to see the short film beforehand-it adds to the experience.

    Beautiful area with very nice facilities and ample parking. Secure, clean and well-maintained.

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    Erik L.

    This was a good tour leaning history when you are older is so much more fun than when I was a child. We did get a chance to see a snake and turtles many turtles. Now we will watch the movie telling more stories of Augusta. This is a must do if you come to Augusta.

    Mr. Fred Williams was our entertainment for the Music cruise. He made the ambiance delightful!
    Kathy R.

    Looking for something to do in Augusta, I have realized that you must be creative if you want entertainment. So I decided to take my dad and his beautiful wife on the music cruise, it was a little packed but enjoyable still. Our musician for the ride was Mr. Fred Williams and his sax, he had a wide variety of songs which included everything from Phil Collins to Michael Jackson, he was a little under appreciated by the other passengers but I got lost in his tunes with the trance of the amazing weather. Our guide was humorous and a pleasure to be around; our captain was very skilled as he hovered our boat under the bridge to allow Mr. Williams sax to echo with the birds playing and flying by. In addition, they allow you to bring your own adult beverages and snacks, I indulged my parents with a nice bottle of moscato wine, a cheese and meat tray and topped it off with some delicious pineapple and grapes. This little boat cruise made my day, my parents loved it and I will be returning! For 25$, it is well worth it!

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    It's a ok spot to fish and picnic, I feel differently because I had a friend that lost her life at lock and dam off 56

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    Stunning natural beauty, it's a great place to reflect & exercise. Go see and experience it for yourself.

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    4 years ago

    This is a wonderful place to visit! Lots to see and do! I definitely recommend everyone taking the boat trip.

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    Beautiful, scenic waterway. Always quiet and serene. You can take your own boat or rent one at the landing.

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    3 years ago

    Knowledgeable tour guides take you down the canal in a boat and explain its history before taking you back to the museum.

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    7 years ago

    This is a great place for field trips. There's lots of history and the Petersburg boat ride is fantastic.

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    Beaufort Dolphin Adventures - American oyster catchers on Beaufort SC boat tour

    Beaufort Dolphin Adventures

    5.0(2 reviews)
    106.2 mi

    This area of the south is called the low country for a reason. It's all about the water. Simply…read moreput you can't begin to understand the region until you learn about the relationship of the water to the land and Captain John was exceptional in accomplishing this during our two hour private boat tour. I think Dolphin Adventures is a bit of a misnomer. Yes we saw dolphins close up a mother and her kids but the highlights was the ecology of the area. We learned about how everything works together in this environment , sat right over and oyster bed and learned the history of oyster farming. Viewed homes from the water and learned their stories and history. Captain John pointed out more bird species than I suspect most people see on a birding tour. The two hours went by so quickly we were sad to see the tour end. If we return to Beaufort we definite would take another adventure with Captain John. If you only do one thing in Beaufort take this tour. It was one of the highlights of our two week swing through Beaufort Savannah and Charleston. Not to be missed!!!!

    We have done two charters with captain john. Each time he has had a wealth of knowledge and you can…read moresee his love for his home town. Definitely a go to experience for any time anyone visits!

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    Beaufort Dolphin Adventures - Snowy egret seen on Beaufort, SC boat tour.

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    James Brown Statue

    James Brown Statue

    4.8(11 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    I was researching places to go in Augusta on TikTok. The downtown area is very quiet on a Sunday…read more I always wanted to see this statue although I never thought I would be going to Augusta. The statue sits in the middle of the street. It is easy to find. There was no traffic or people walking around for that matter. For whatever reason I was not ready for the fact that the statue was the same size and height as Mr Brown. It sits on a concrete landing that's easy enough to climb in order to get a better view of the details or take pictures. I was intrigued. Down the street, maybe a block away is the mural. We took so many pictures standing in front of it. People in cars were riding by, stopping and taking pics. It is truly a beautiful tribute to the Godfather of Soul. All they needed was some speakers with his music.

    This statue honors the "Godfather of Soul", Mister James Brown. One of the first inductees into the…read moreRock and Roll Hall of Fame in January 1986, he was born in Barnwell SC. That's about an hour or so east of here. His ties to Augusta started at Augusta's Lenox Theater in 1944 where he won a talent show. The statue here in Augusta is on a small raised stage and features a lifesize sculture of the man holding a microphone. There's a selfie station where you can send a text and it will take your picture but that wasn't working today. Stop by. There is metered street parking nearby as well as restaurants and retail shopping. [Review 14732 overall, 232 of 2021, number 395 in Georgia.]

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