What to do in Myrtle Beach, SC

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Myrtle Beach
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Myrtle Beach Tourist Attractions & Activities

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  • Myrtle Beach is popular among thrill seekers like yourself. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for the next holiday to Myrtle Beachto check out local hot spots and participate in the best activities. The top activities can grab the curiosity of even seasoned travellers, and one look at our list explains why. Our activities includes an impressive array of culturally based excursions and opportunities for fun. With Customised Facial, which offers the perfect way to unwind, there is an abundance of opportunities to choose from when you consider all the activities available here at Expedia Australia.

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Top places to visit

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

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

3. 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

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

5. 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

6. The Carolina Opry

For an unforgettable night out in Myrtle Beach, arrange a visit to The Carolina Opry. Missouri native Calvin Gilmore is the visionary behind this widely celebrated company, which first opened in a modest theater in 1986. Now a hot-ticket item, the variety show entertains all ages with 2 hours of upbeat music, comedy and dance with state-of-the-art lighting, sound and special effects.
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The vision of a farm boy from the Ozarks, this award-winning performing arts company is a must-see attraction in Myrtle Beach.
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What to do in Myrtle Beach


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Downtown Myrtle Beach

Downtown Myrtle Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place and Ripley's Believe It or Not.

Downtown Myrtle Beach
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The Dunes

You'll enjoy the beaches and golf courses in The Dunes. You might want to make time for a stop at Dunes Golf and Beach Club or Myrtle Beach Beaches.

The Dunes
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Arcadian Shores

While visiting Arcadian Shores, you might make a stop by sights like Myrtle Beach Beaches and Arcadia Beach.

Arcadian Shores
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Central Myrtle Beach

While Central Myrtle Beach isn't home to many top sights, Broadway at the Beach and Myrtlewood Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Central Myrtle Beach
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Golden Mile

While there might not be top attractions in Golden Mile, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Broadway at the Beach and Myrtle Beach Beaches.

Golden Mile
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Long Bay Estates

While visiting Long Bay Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Myrtle Beach State Park and Myrtle Beach Beaches.

Long Bay Estates

 

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