Augusta Riverwalk

Riverside park and walkway · Augusta, Georgia

Illustration of Augusta Riverwalk

Overview

The Augusta Riverwalk is a park and walkway along the Savannah River in downtown Augusta, with gardens, an amphitheater and river views.

History

The Riverwalk was built in the 1980s as part of an effort to bring people back downtown, on top of the levee that protects the city from flooding.

Today

Concerts, festivals and events use the Riverwalk and its amphitheater, and it links to downtown hotels and restaurants.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.