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Top 10 Things To Do with your Meetings Group

  By  Visit Myrtle Beach

With its amazing blend of restaurants, attractions, meeting facilities, lodging options, and of course, that 60 mile long beach, the Myrtle Beach area is an ideal place for groups and meetings!

With such a vast area and so many entertainment options, you can be sure to find many activities that are great for groups of any size. Give your group plenty of space, and check out these Grand Strand attractions!

Broadway at the Beach
1. Broadway at the Beach

Experience 350 acres of dining, shopping, attractions, and nightlife! Broadway at the Beach is South Carolina’s most visited attraction, located in the heart of Myrtle Beach. We recommend stopping in at PopStroke for some friendly competition or challenging your group at The Escape Game! Make it a whole day and be sure to visit The Hangout, Ripley’s Aquarium, Dave and Busters and Wonderworks are must visit 

Myrtle Beach Boardwalk with Gay Dolphin and SkyWheel
2. Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

The Myrtle Beach area’s 1.2 mile-long oceanfront Boardwalk and Promenade traverses through the sand from 14th Avenue to 2nd Avenue Piers, offering numerous shops and restaurants and oceanfront views of the pristine beach line.

 

local's fav Nights of A Thousand Candles - Brookgreen Gardens
3. Brookgreen Gardens

Brookgreen Gardens has been voted one of the top 10 Best Public Gardens in the U.S. by TripAdvisor. Offering a daily selection of tours, excursions, and exhibits. Guided garden tours or explore on your own. Walk the Lowcountry Trail and visit the Zoo's native animals. Beautiful gardens, historical sites, world-renowned art collection, native animals, and gracious southern hospitality tempt you to return again and again.

local's fav Murrells Inlet MarshWalk
4. Murrells Inlet MarshWalk

The MarshWalk, located in the heart of the historic fishing village of Murrells Inlet is a half-mile wooden boardwalk along a natural saltwater estuary. The MarshWalk offers waterfront dining, warm breezes, live music, and the ocean's greatest treasure - fresh seafood! Visit the MarshWalk where the view, the music & the fun are always free!

Friends enjoying a meal at Riptydz, an oceanfront restaurant.
5. Eat!

With over 2000 restaurants to choose from, you will find the best eats in Myrtle Beach! Enjoy the area’s most incredible eateries - from mouthwatering seafood and steaks to scrumptious pastries and coffee. Enjoy a light lunch at a local deli, relax while taking in the ocean's natural splendor. Sophisticated palettes will take pleasure in the gourmet dining available, while casual diners can enjoy steakhouses and buffets.

Tidewater Golf Club with fairway, green and Intracoastal Waterway
6. Golf

Golf is the name of the game in Myrtle Beach! Known as the Golf Capital of The World, the Myrtle Beach area boasts 90 of the most unique, challenging and picturesque. This May, we are happy to be hosting our first ever PGA Tour, The Myrtle Beach Classic and the Dunes Golf and Beach Club. Don't have time for 18 holes? We recommend trying out PopStroke or TopGolf for a few hours of fun and food! 

The Market Common
7. The Market Common

From Pottery Barn to White House Black Market and all the unique boutiques in between, there’s fun for everyone with cool restaurants, bowling, movies, a day spa, and exciting events all year round. Check out The Market Common, Myrtle Beach’s uptown downtown!

8. Watersports

Make some waves during your downtime with an aquatic adventure! From dolphin and eco-cruises to jet ski rentals, kayaking and paddleboarding, take in Myrtle Beach’s natural side. Explore our beautiful coastline with guided tours along the Waccamaw River or head into the open ocean for incredible scenic views of the Grand Strand.

Aerial of Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach
9. Barefoot Landing

A warm Southern welcome awaits. Set along the Intracoastal Waterway, Barefoot Landing is one of the most unique and popular shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations you will ever experience. Featuring national retail shops, quaint boutiques, an impressive selection of restaurants and eateries, and exciting entertainment and amusement offerings, there is always something wonderful to enjoy at Barefoot Landing. Some of our must see spots are House of Blues and the Alabama Theater.

Garden City Realty beach and pier in Surfside Beach
10. Unwind by The Ocean

With 60-miles of uninterrupted shoreline, you can relax in the sun or walk for miles, exploring a variety of beaches. Search our beautiful shore to find that unique seashell, or, if you’re really lucky, a shark’s tooth!

Greg Rowles Legacy Theater Greg on stage with guitar
11. BONUS! Go see a live theater show!

Myrtle Beach offers a variety of theaters that cater to all tastes, making it a great destination for entertainment seekers. The Carolina Opry is renowned for its high-quality productions and variety of shows, including music, dance, and comedy performances. For those interested in a unique dinner show experience, Pirates Voyage is a must-visit with its pirate-themed performances and acrobatics. Additionally, the Alabama Theatre entertains with its blend of theater, concerts, and comedy, featuring both resident shows and touring acts. The newest theater to the Grand Strand, Greg Rowles Legacy Theater opened its doors in early 2024 with a show that will have you dancing in your seat all evening long! Whether you're looking for high-energy performances or something to enjoy with a meal, Myrtle Beach's theater scene has something to offer.

By Shelbi Ankiewicz
Shelbi Ankiewicz is a senior at Coastal Carolina University studying communication, journalism, and intercultural studies. She is originally from Montgomery, Alabama, but has resided in Myrtle Beach for 14 years. She is the Editor-in-Chief of CCU's student newspaper, The Chanticleer, and is a member of a two-year leadership program called the Wall Fellows. Shelbi enjoys trying new restaurants, traveling to major cities in the SouthEast, and attending concerts. In her free time you can find her hanging out with her frenchton bulldog, Oma, or visiting the local trails Myrtle Beach has to offer.