Things to do in Grand Strand

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Grand Strand Travel Guide

Myrtle Beach featuring a pond, landscape views and a park

Brookgreen Gardens featuring a pool, a fountain and a pond

Pavilion Nostalgia Park which includes boating and a bay or harbor

SkyWheel Myrtle Beach which includes a sunset, rides and general coastal views

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1. Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk is an oceanfront promenade with plenty of shops, restaurants and family entertainment. It runs for 1.2 miles (1.9 kilometers), providing excellent views of the Atlantic Ocean beyond the scenic beach. Stroll down the boardwalk with your family to get a sense of the fun ambiance in Myrtle Beach.

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Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA city skyline.; Shutterstock ID 280876238

2. Broadway at the Beach

Broadway at the Beach is an exciting entertainment emporium encircling the lovely Lake Broadway in the heart of Myrtle Beach. Drawing millions of visitors every year, this expansive complex is home to the best shops, restaurants, amusements and attractions along the Grand Strand. With a wealth of entertainment options including aquariums, mazes, an IMAX cinema, helicopter rides and go-karting, this popular destination guarantees fun for all the family and is the perfect place to retreat in hail, rain or shine.

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Broadway at the Beach which includes rides

3. SkyWheel Myrtle Beach

Sightseers, families and adventurers – head to Ocean Boulevard on Myrtle Beach to take a ride on one of the tallest observation wheels in North America. Offering sweeping picturesque views of the South Carolina coastline and the shimmering Atlantic Ocean, the SkyWheel is perfect for families, romantics, photographers and anyone else who would like a truly unforgettable Myrtle Beach experience.

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SkyWheel Myrtle Beach showing night scenes

4. Ripley's Aquarium

Located in the Broadway at the Beach entertainment complex, Ripley’s Aquarium is a great destination for a fun-filled family day out. Featuring a range of aquatic environments from the Amazon Rainforest to an Indo-Pacific coral reef, as well as plenty of interactive exhibits and multimedia displays, there is more than enough for visitors to see and do. The aquarium is also home to an eclectic mix of unusual marine life, from four-eyed fish and poison dart frogs to clownfish and piranhas. If you keep your eyes peeled, you may even see a mermaid or two!

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Ripley\'s Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

5. Barefoot Landing

With boats passing close by as you shop and dine, North Myrtle Beach’s Barefoot Landing on the Waterway is a great place to spend some of your vacation time. Browse for necessities, luxury items and souvenirs in more than 40 boutiques and national retail stores, with an excellent selection of merchandise from which to choose. Look for designer sunglasses or beachwear, surfing gear and even Christmas items.

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Go place to shop, eat or just walking around just like the boardwalk. It's also pet friendly someplaces.

6. Myrtle Beach State Park

Myrtle Beach State Park comprises an oceanfront maritime forest on the Grand Strand coastline. It is a serene and picturesque park that is ideal for picnicking, hiking and beachcombing. Explore some of the site’s 312 acres (126 hectares) of scenic terrain to get closer to nature.

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Myrtle Beach State Park showing general coastal views and fishing as well as a couple

7. Litchfield Beach

Take a break from the chaos of Myrtle Beach’s main tourist attractions by heading thirty minutes south to the serenity of Litchfield Beach. Here golden sandy beaches, lush golf courses, exclusive spas and exquisite eateries all offer a welcoming respite for well-heeled, weary travellers.

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Litchfield Beach showing general coastal views and a beach

What to do in Grand Strand

Popular places to visit

Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

Bring your family to this pleasant coastal avenue with excellent beaches, an entertainment district and lively piers with varied restaurants.

Broadway at the Beach

This exceptional entertainment complex has lots of exciting attractions, family-friendly amusements, plenty of shops and a fantastic choice of restaurants.

SkyWheel Myrtle Beach

Soar to great heights and enjoy spectacular views of the South Carolina Coast and the Atlantic Ocean from this Myrtle Beach landmark.

Ripley's Aquarium

Discover exciting underwater worlds and explore a myriad of colourful marine life at this impressive aquarium.

Myrtle Beach Convention Center

After visiting Myrtle Beach Convention Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Myrtle Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.

Family Kingdom Amusement Park

Bring your family to Family Kingdom Amusement Park and enjoy the excitement of this amusement park in Myrtle Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunrises in this family-friendly area.

Barefoot Landing

Stroll along an important waterway, shop, dine and listen to live music. It’s a great way to experience this popular attraction at your leisure.

Myrtle Beach State Park

Switch between a spectacular sandy bay and the woodland trails of the Grand Strand in South Carolina’s oldest state park.

Myrtle Beach Beaches

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Myrtle Beach Beaches during your trip to Myrtle Beach? Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

Areas of Grand Strand

Cherry Grove Beach

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Cherry Grove Beach. A stop by Cherry Grove Beach or Ocean Drive Beach might round out your trip.

Ocean Drive

Ocean Drive is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Drive Beach and Cherry Grove Beach.

Windy Hill

While visiting Windy Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Windy Hill Beach and Alabama Theatre.

Crescent Beach

If you're spending some time in Crescent Beach, Crescent Beach and North Myrtle Beach Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Myrtle Beach

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Myrtle Beach is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Ripley's Believe It or Not and SkyWheel Myrtle Beach.