Things to Do

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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Myrtle Beach Pelicans

1251 21st Ave. North
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
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The Myrtle Beach Pelicans are an Advanced-A Affiliate of the Texas Rangers in the Carolina league. Come see the today's players who may be on track to Major League stardom on your next Myrtle Beach vacation.

Myrtle Beach Skywheel LLC

1110 N. Ocean Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
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The Myrtle Beach SkyWheel is 187 feet tall, has 42 glass-enclosed, temperature controlled gondolas and operates year round. The SkyWheel is the first observation wheel of its kind in the United States.

Myrtle Beach Speedway

455 Hospitality Lane
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
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Myrtle Beach Speedway has become the training grounds for some of NASCAR's biggest stars including names like Dale Earnhardt Jr. Four generations of Pettys and Three generations of Earnhardts have all taken a green flag at the Myrtle Beach Speedway.

Myrtle Waves Water Park

3000 10th Ave. N.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
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MYRTLE WAVES WATER PARK, South Carolina's largest water park, presents 20 acres of swerves, curves, waves and chutes and more than one million gallons of water. One price covers all rides and attractions for a full day of cool fun!

NASCAR Racing Experience

455 Hospitality Lane
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
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Experience NASCAR firsthand during your Myrtle Beach vacation! NASCAR Racing Experience is for the NASCAR race fan that wants to drive a real NASCAR race car on the Myrtle Beach Speedway! Following the drivers meeting with Crew Chief, get a taste of what it’s like to drive a real NASCAR Race Car!

NASCAR Speedpark

1820 21st Ave. Ext. N.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
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Family Fun, NASCAR Style!

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.

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.

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