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Go beyond the beach with thousands of fun
activities and attractions

When you're here, the beach is your playground with over 60 miles of sand, sun and sparkling Atlantic Ocean. And while a trip to our beach is a must when visiting the Myrtle Beach area, the fun extends beyond our shores to over thousands of area activities and attractions.

Myrtle Beach's warm temperatures and abundant sunshine keep everyone playing outside, but take a break from the sand and try racing down a waterslide at one of the local waterparks, or visit one of the area's many amusement parks for a thrilling roller coaster ride.  Or check out some of the area's most popular watersports, from thrilling banana boat rides to jet skiing to parasailing.

With two state parks and plenty of other outdoor attractions, exploring the Myrtle Beach area's natural side and discovering the picturesque South Carolina landscape is always a favorite activity. Fishing is another favorite be it from a pier or a charter fishing boat.

Golfers will delight in our over 100 championship golf courses designed by legends like Arnold Palmer, Greg Norman and Robert Trent Jones. Be sure to check out some of the area's best courses including the nine golf courses in the Myrtle Beach area that were selected among the "Best You Can Play" in South Carolina by Golfweek or the four Golf Digest selected for their "Top 100 Public Courses in America" list.

Shopaholics will be pleased in the wide array of fantastic stores in the Myrtle Beach area. Indulge at one of the areas upscale retail stores or enjoy outdoor shopping complexes while hunting for souvenirs.  Bargain hunting is made easy here, too, with two outlet malls offering tons of different name brand stores to choose from.

Whether you're planning your next trip for relaxation, exploration or excitement, the Myrtle Beach area delivers. With 60 miles of sandy beaches, endless shopping, wonderful dining, and plenty of family activities, your Myrtle Beach vacation is sure to be unforgettable. 

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Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

40 Patriots Point Rd.
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum strives to preserve the living history of our nation's bravest men and women while telling their stories in honorable, educational and engaging ways. Explore a fleet of National Historic Landmark ships, including the USS YORKTOWN, Cold War Memorial and the only Vietnam Support Base Camp in the U.S.

Pirate Adventures of Myrtle Beach

4123 Hwy. 17 Business
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
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A real life adventure for kids and famlies of all sizes. Come aboard our pirate ship, Sea Gypsy as we search for sunken treasure

Ripley's Attractions

1110 Celebrity Circle
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
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Featuring five great attractions in the Myrtle Beach area including Ripley's Aquarium, Ripley's Haunted Adventure, Ripley's Believe It or Not, Ripley's 4-D Moving Theater and Ripley's Super Fun Zone.

Rover Tours

715 Front Street
Georgetown, SC 29440
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Rover Tours offers historic tours of the scenic waters of Winyah Bay whether you prefer pirate adventure, shelling or wildlife tours, we have something for everyone.

Soar + Explore

1313 Celebrity Cir.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
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Outdoor adventures await at Soar + Explore with a zipline and ropes course. The zipline will take participants soaring 50 feet above water on a course that travels 1,000 feet between towers. The pirate-themed ropes course with 33 different challenge elements which are designed with more than 3,000 ropes and cables.

Splashes Oceanfront Water Park

300 South Ocean Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
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Splash your way into fun at Myrtle Beach’s only Oceanfront Water Park. A new name for the Family Kingdom Water Park, Splashes is the perfect retreat from sun and sand. Enjoy wet and wild water flumes, exhilarating speed slides, relaxing lazy river, kiddie pools, and more.

SunCruz Casino

4495 Mineola Ave
Little River, SC 29566
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Enjoy day & evening cruises playing all of your favorite casino games!

Wheels of Yesteryear

413 Hospitality Ln.
Myrtle Beach SC, SC 29579
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One of the Southeast's most impressive collections of vintage American-made automobiles and trucks in one location. Wheels of Yesteryear is truly a unique experience for fans of vintage automobiles, locals, tourists, and families.

Wild Water & Wheels

910 Hwy. 17 S.
Surfside Beach, SC 29575
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Wild Water & Wheels is a 16 acre park filled with exciting rides and slides. With 18 holes of mini golf, bumper boats, go carts and kiddie rides it is much more than a water park. It is the place to be all summer long and the complete fun center for the entire family.

WonderWorks

1313 Celebrity Circle
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
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WonderWorks, an indoor amusement park for the mind, has 100 interactive exhibits for all ages. Experience 84mph hurricane force winds, lie on a bed of nails, land, design & ride a virtual roller coaster, climb an indoor ropes course, play a game of lazer-tag, plus more! At Broadway at the Beach.

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