Aiken, South Carolina, is a charming, walkable small city with a lively historic downtown, a strong equestrian and arts scene, Hitchcock Woods for hiking and riding, good golf and dining, and an affordable, friendly vibe—perfect for multi‑week travel assignments where you want more than “nothing to do.”
Larger hubs are close by: Augusta, GA (about 25 minutes) offers bigger-hospital options, events and nightlife, and Columbia, SC (roughly 1–1.5 hours) provides expanded cultural and shopping choices when you want a bigger-city day out.