Have you been to Augusta, Kentucky? Augusta is a quaint river town, and being there makes one feel as if they have taken a step back in time. It is not only a lovely place to visit, but the drive to get there along Route 8 in Kentucky is beautiful as you wind your way along the Ohio River. Slow down, take the back roads and enjoy a day appreciating life along the Ohio in one of Kentucky’s great old small towns.
A Few Things to Do in Augusta, Kentucky:
Take a stroll through town…
Visit the Welcome Center & Rotary Railroad Museum:
Do a little shopping at some of the fine shops around town:
Take a walk along the Ohio River and hold hands with your little brother…![](https://thelittlethingsjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Augusta-Kentucky-Holding-Hands-Ohio-River.jpg)
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Or just sit and watch boats on the river:
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Visit the Ol’ General Store:![](https://thelittlethingsjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Augusta-Kentucky-General-Store.jpg)
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You could ask your mother for ice cream…
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Grab a bite to eat at the Beehive Tavern:
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Watch the river roll by and have a snack while you wait for the ferry to arrive:
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Ride the ferry across the Ohio River:
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Admire the view & dream about a slower paced life:
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There’s more to do in Augusta! There are shops, restaurants, and if you want to stay for more than a day there are a few B&B’s and Inns to choose from for your visit. For more information about Augusta Kentucky, visit augustaky.com