Things to Do

In addition to our beautiful beaches, you’ll find plenty to do along The Grand Strand. From golfing to watersports, museums, amusement parks, natural and state parks, entertainment centers, and shopping, there are literally thousands of attractions. Here are just a few of our favorites!

Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum 3100 South Ocean Boulevard • Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29577 843.238.2510 | myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/

Just steps away from the beach, housed in a vintage beach cottage nestled beneath live oaks, the museum consists of 11 galleries, including a spacious reception gallery, house exhibitions of regional, national and international appeal that change frequently, and interactive, educational and creative programs and workshops for people of all ages. The Art Museum is a nonprofit institution and has proudly been admission free since 2003.

Brookgreen Gardens 1931 Brookgreen Drive • Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 843-235-6000 | brookgreen.org

Brookgreen Gardens is a unique melding of art, nature, and history. This National Historic Landmark features a botanical garden, a zoo, and an internationally recognized art collection. Tucked away between Murrell’s Inlet and Pawleys Island, Brookgreen is one America’s premier gardens and one of a few select places in the United States to have earned accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums as well as being designated a National Historic Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Broadway at the Beach 1325 Celebrity Circle • Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 broadwayatthebeach.com

Touted as South Carolina’s most visited attraction, Broadway at the Beach is located in the heart of Myrtle Beach and offers outstanding activities for visitors of all ages. Here you will experience everything from shopping and dining to amusements, entertainment and nightlife.

Myrtle Beach Skywheel 1110 North Ocean Blvd • Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 843. 839. 9200 | skywheelmb.com

Towering nearly 200 feet above the oceanfront boardwalk in the heart of Myrtle Beach, the SkyWheel is the only one of its kind on the Grand Strand, which means you and your family get a rare bird’s eye view for miles of our breathtaking high-rise hotel skyline and sky-blue Atlantic waters.

Ripleys Aquarium 1110 Celebrity Circle • Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (843) 916-0888 | ripleysaquariums.com

Learn about sea life through observation, stunning exhibits, and interactive displays like the penguin and stingray experiences.

Barefoot Landing 4898 Hwy 17 S • North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582 bflanding.com

Set along the Intracoastal Waterway, Barefoot Landing is one of the most unique & popular shopping, dining & entertainment destinations you will ever experience.

Carolina Country Music Festival carolinacountrymusicfest.com/

3 days of fun and country’s hottest artists. Every year, Carolina Country Music Fest® brings 30+ of country music’s hottest artist to perform in Myrtle Beach, SC.

Waccamaw Neck Bikeway alltrails.com

A 25.3 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Murrells Inlet, South Carolina that features a lake and is good for all skill levels.

State Parks The Grand Strand is home to 3 South Carolina State Parks • Myrtle Beach State Park • Huntington Beach State Park • Hampton Plantation State Historic Site