Amusements & Attractions

Thousands of entertainment options make
the Myrtle Beach area fun!

Whether you're part of a large group visiting or on your honeymoon, there is fun and adventure waiting for you at one of the area's many entertaining attractions and amusements. For those unafraid of heights, a trip to the east coast's only 200-foot SkyWheel is a must. A little friendly competition is always fun if it's kept on one of over 50 mini-golf courses, and a visit to area amusement parks for a thrilling ride on a rollercoaster always helps create fun memories.

The wide variety of attractions and activities ensure that there is something for everyone to do, no matter the pace of your vacation. Let the Myrtle Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau be your guide as you search the area's best amusements. A few of our most popular and exciting South Carolina attractions include: 

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Barefoot Princess Riverboat

4932 Hwy. 17 S.
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
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"Welcome aboard!" Join the crew of the Grand Strand's only riverboat as we cruise and savor the beauty of the Intracoastal Waterway on the Barefoot Princess Riverboat.

Battleship NORTH CAROLINA

#1 Battleship Road
Wilmington, NC 28401
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Walk the decks of the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA and imagine yourself at sea searching the sky for enemy aircraft, anticipating what may happen next. Discover how this heroic Ship and brave crew fought in every major naval offensive in the Pacific of WWII.

Big M Casino

4491 Waterfront Ave.
Little River, SC 29566
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Aboard South Carolina's most luxurious gaming yacht you'll enjoy Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Let-It-Ride & 3 Card Poker, Texas Hold'em Poker. You'll also find some of the newest and loosest slots along with a superb buffet on all cruises. Departing from Little River, just minutes from Myrtle Beach.

The Bowery

110 9th Ave. N.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
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For over 67 years THE BOWERY has been entertaining millions of people from all over the globe.

Brookgreen Gardens

1931 Brookgreen Dr.
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
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Voted one of the top 10 Best Public Gardens in the U.S. by TripAdvisor. Every day Brookgreen offers a selection of tours, programs, excursions, and exhibits for all ages. Stroll through the gardens on a guided tour or explore these beautiful spaces on your own. Walk the Lowcountry Trail and experience some of the area’s history, then it’s on to the Zoo with native animals in their natural habitats. Beautiful gardens, rich historical sites, world-renowned art collection, amazing animals, and gracious southern hospitality tempt you to return again and again which is one of the reasons the admission is good for seven consecutive days.

Cane Patch & Midway Par 3

7201 N. Kings Hwy.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
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Cane Patch’s 18-hole Par 3 & Driving Range are lighted in season for night play! The perfect stop for a round of golf day or night. Eighteen of Midway’s Par 3 27 holes play to a true championship feel with a different situation on each tee box. Perfect for entertainment or practice, Midway Par 3 is the perfect stop for a corporate or family golf outing, tournament style. Midway’s 27 hole facility is lighted in season for night play and offers free club rentals.

Carolina Backwoods ATV Adventure Tours

1461 Ash Little River Rd.
Ash, NC 28420
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Carolina Backwoods is a unique ATV Off Road Fun Park, for all skill levels. Rated #1 Tour Attraction in Myrtle Beach by Trip Advisor. Great family fun.

Charleston Adventures

385 East Bay St.
Charleston, SC 29401
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Take a day trip to Charleston from Myrtle Beach! We'll pick you up and bring you back to Myrtle Beach. Experience a full day of shopping, a harbor cruise and a city carriage tour and plantation tour.

Children's Museum of SC

2501 N. Kings Hwy.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
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Come “Touch, Explore, and Play…” while learning through interactive exhibits and programs. Join the thousands of visitors including schools, local residents and tourists who enjoy the museum every year.

Dragon's Lair Fantasy Golf

1197 Celebrity Circle
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
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There’s fun and adventure from the middle ages waiting around every corner of the course. This miniature golf course features a 30-foot, fire-breathing dragon. Golfers meander through caves and castles. Dragon's

Exploring the Myrtle Beach area's great outdoors is easy with two state parks, Myrtle Beach State Park and Huntington Beach State Park, which offer everything from hiking trails to picnic areas to fishing piers. The Myrtle Beach area is also home to one of the largest exotic reptile parks in the world as well as the most significant collection of figurative sculpture in an outdoor setting by American artists in the world, and our visitors rave about other unique attractions, as well. From a popular hands-on science museum to aquariums and more, learning is made fun and exciting for everyone-even when on vacation!

If you'd rather stay in the water, one of the Myrtle Beach areas many waterpark rides will be sure to please, and other thrilling watersports are sure to satisfy the most adventurous travelers. Families always enjoy spending a night at the ballpark for summertime baseball and racing around the speedway at a popular area NASCAR SpeedPark.