Wherever you stay in Myrtle Beach, a fabulous golf course is always nearby. Championship Myrtle Beach golf courses, par-3 courses and even lighted golf courses are throughout the grand Strand. The challenging hazards will keep you on your toes while the lush fairways will remind you that you are indeed on vacation. Golf is a year-round pastime in Myrtle Beach because coastal South Carolina winters are so mild. It is no wonder that Myrtle Beach is consistently ranked as a top golf resort worldwide. Consider a Myrtle Beach golf package for your next beach vacation.

Little River:

River Hills Golf & Country Club

A recently renovated clubhouse at River Hills Golf & Country Club sets the tone for the prestigious Myrtle Beach golf course that is nestled among rolling hills and thick woods. The beautiful 18-hole golf course is tough, but fun to play and a wonderful addition to any Myrtle Beach golf vacation.

(3670 Cedar Creek Run, Little River; 800-264-3810)

www.riverhillsgolf.com

North Myrtle Beach:

Beachwood Golf Club

This Gene Hamm-designed golf course has hosted the Carolina’s Open, Grand Strand Amateur and Carolina Senior PGA championship. Local golfers appreciate the quality of Beachwood Golf Club’s 18-hole golf course. There are four sets of tees so golfers of all levels can enjoy the beauty of the course. When you play Beachwood, you may take advantage of the lighted practice facility.

(1520 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach; 800-526-4889)

www.beachwoodgolf.com

Eagle Nest

Cross the Intracoastal Waterway Bridge in North Myrtle Beach and Eagle Nest Golf Club is easily found. This Myrtle Beach golf course has been around since 1971 and is still one of Myrtle Beach’s best values. Play 18 holes at Eagle Nest and you’ll be treated to Bermuda greens and fairways. There is a gentle roll to some of the holes, which wind through a Carolina pine forest and around glistening lakes.

(Highway 17 North, one mile north of Intracoastal Waterway Bridge, North Myrtle Beach; 800-543-3113)

www.eaglenestgolf.com

Myrtle Beach:

Arcadian Shores Golf Club

Two of Arcadian Shores Golf Club’s holes appear on Myrtle Beach’s list of the 18 best holes–#2 and #13. The golf course design of Arcadian Shores includes more than five dozen sand bunkers. Coupled with the golf course’s lakes that weave throughout the Bermuda greens and fairways, this Myrtle Beach golf course is challenging. The Resort Golf Academy of Myrtle Beach is located at Arcadian Shores.

(701 Hilton Road, Myrtle Beach; 866-326-5275)

Arrowhead Country Club

Arrowhead Country Club features 27 holes created by Tom Jackson and Ray Floyd. Bent grass greens and Bermuda fairways are beautiful green ribbons along the Intracoastal Waterway. There is a distinction between each of the nine-hole courses where you’ll play among the hardwood wetlands and uncommon elevations.

(1201 Burcale Road, Myrtle Beach; 800-236-3243)

www.arrowheadcc.com

Heron Point

Memorable golf awaits you at Myrtle Beach’s Heron Point. It’s a challenging golf course set amidst a Carolina pine forest, with beautiful fairways, superbly maintained greens, and ponds and bunkers that will demand you play your best game yet.

(Bay Road off Highway 707, Myrtle Beach; 800-786-1671)

www.heronpointgolfclub.com

Legends

Legends is comprised of three golf courses—each with its own beauty and distinction: Parkland, Moorland and Heathland.  “Hell’s Half-Acre” hinders the shortest par four on one of Moorland’s nine holes, while Parkland is the result of golf course design inspiration that stems from Pine Valley and Augusta National. Scotland’s Royal & Ancient Golf Club is respectfully reflected at Heathland golf course’s clubhouse. The rolling fairways are wide and the pot bunkers challenging at Heathland.

(1500 Legends Drive, Myrtle Beach; 800-530-1875)

www.legendsgolf.com

Prestwick Country Club

Six sets of tees welcome golfers to Prestwick Country Club where P.B. and Pete Dye have sculpted a magnificent golf course with ocean dune-like berms and greens protected by bulkheads. The bunkers stair step alongside thick woods, and lakes and streams keep it interesting. Prestwick was host of the U.S. Open qualifier and the state Mid-Amateur Championship.

(Highway 544 between Highway 17 and Highway 17 Business; 888-250-1767)

www.prestwickcountryclub.com

River Oaks Golf Plantation

Natural beauty and immaculate features surround this 27-hole golf course designed by Tom Jackson and Gene Hamm. Its 800 acres lie along the Intracoastal Waterway so you have many opportunities to peek at the tidal water in between shots. Play the rolling greens, send your ball soaring down the mounded fairways and avoid the finger-shaped bunkers and large lakes that are obstacles in your path.

(831 River Oaks Drive, Myrtle Beach; 800-762-8813)

www.riveroaksgolfplantation.com

The Dunes Golf and Beach Club

Golf Digest, Golfweek and Golf Magazine regularly rank this beautiful oceanfront course as Myrtle Beach’s best. It’s the host golf course of six senior tour championships, finals of the PGA Tour Q-School and Women’s U.S. Open. The Dunes Club is legendary. Featuring instruction by world-class golfers, a practice facility that gives golfers an opportunity to improve their game and fabulous dining with oceanfront views, The Dunes Golf and Beach Club is one to play!

(900 North Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach; 843-449-5236)

Whispering Pines

Designated a certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, Whispering Pines is popular with birds and golfers alike. The design team—Dye, Finger and Spahn—sculpted a golf course that resulted in above-average handicap and slope ratings. It’s a beautiful course laced with tree lined fairways, challenging lakes and slow rolling greens. Visit the Whispering Pines Golf Academy for golf lessons and special programs.

(Highway 17 Business South and 22^nd Avenue South, Myrtle Beach; 843-918-2305)

Wild Wing Plantation

Check out the birds of flight at Wild Wing Plantation, where four golf courses culminate for a golfer’s dream: Falcon, Hummingbird, Wood Stork and Avocet. Privacy along the Falcon course is accentuated by two 25-acre lakes and the 515-yard bunker that separates holes 12 and 13 is awe-inspiring. The traditional links style course is the Hummingbird, where wetlands flank the fairways and waste bunkers provide challenges. Wetlands appear again at the Wood Stork’s front eight where it then meanders alongside a pine forest—creating a park like experience for golf. And the Avocet features elevated tees and double fairways. And two of this course’s holes are served by a double green.

(Wild Wing Boulevard, off Highway 501, Myrtle Beach; 888-250-1828)

www.wildwing.com

Witch

Be careful of the Witch—18 enchanted holes among wetlands and woodlands where thousands of feet of bridges help you find your way. The wetlands consume hundreds of acres at Witch and make for wet challenges to your game of golf. You’ll appreciate the natural layout and aim to conquer it with every swing of your golf club.

(1900 Highway 544, Myrtle Beach; 843-448-1300)

www.witchgolf.com

Surfside:

Wicked Stick

Wicked Stick is the first signature golf course by John Daly. Referred to as a “grip it and rip it” course, Daly with the help of architect Clyde Johnson, crafted a golf course masterpiece. Challenge yourself to the “Daly” tees offered on several holes and breathe in the beauty of this exciting Myrtle Beach golf course.

(1051 Coventry Road, Surfside; 800-797-8425)

www.wickedstick.com

Garden City:

Indian Wells

Indian Wells has for years appeared on the list of Myrtle Beach’s best golf holes. It is hole #18, the par four, that will leave you wide-eyed and dazed. TiftEagle greens compliment a beautiful golf course—both in layout and landscape. It’s a visitors’ favorite.

(Highway 17, Garden City; 800-833-6337)

Murrells Inlet:

Blackmoor Golf Club

Bearing the title of 2001 Golf Course of the Year, this Myrtle Beach Area Golf Course Owners Association favorite is situated at Longwood Plantation and is Gary Player’s first design in Myrtle Beach. This clever design boasts features that are evident of Player’s worldwide travels and Grand Slam wins.

(6100 Longwood Road, Murrells Inlet; 866-952-5555)

www.blackmoor.com

TPC of Myrtle Beach

The only Myrtle Beach course to have been awarded five stars by Golf Digest, TPC of Myrtle Beach is a Tom Fazio design. Play the same 18 holes conquered by some of golf’s biggest names and revel in a job well done afterwards at the luxury clubhouse.

(Highway 707, Murrells Inlet; 888-742-8721)

www.tpc-mb.com

Wachesaw East

Wachesaw East’s golf course is situated on what was once a rice plantation. Designed by Clyde Johnson, the golf course features five sets of tees in a deeply wooded landscape. Note the subtle suggestions of Scottish design and beware of the lakes and wetlands that promise to forever hide your golf balls. Wachesaw East is a distinctive golf course and a joy to play.

(911 Riverwood Drive, off Highway 17, Murrells Inlet; 888-922-0027)

Whether you are an old fishing pro or just learning, Myrtle Beach waters are brimming with fish you can catch. Rent fishing gear or bring your own and test the waters near your vacation accommodations. Fish from shore, a pier or a charter and do it solo or with a group on a head boat.

Myrtle Beach water sports also include sailing, Sea Doo rentals, dolphin watch boat tours and parasailing. Explore underwater with a SCUBA trip or skim the water’s surface with a speedboat cruise. And if you like the bumps of a banana boat ride or the smooth sailing of a kayak, Myrtle Beach has outfitters to meet your needs. Myrtle Beach has it all.

Calabash:
Calabash Fishing Fleet

The fleet out of the Seafood Capital of the World, Calabash, NC features opportunities for full and partial day fishing trips, a cruise to the Gulf Stream for the big fish and even night fishing charters. Calabash Fishing Fleet also offers a dolphin watch adventure. It’s fun for the whole family!

(9945 Nance Street, Calabash; 910-570-0071 or 843-626-9090)

www.calabashfishingfleet.com

Hurricane Fleet Fishing Center

Shipwrecks 15 miles offshore of Myrtle Beach might be the result of an unfortunate encounter with a past hurricane, but today they are ideal fishing holes. Let Hurricane Fleet Fishing Center take you fishing over top of reefs and areas where fish are known to be. Offering dinner cruises, dolphin watch tours and sightseeing boat rides, Hurricane Fleet Fishing Center has something for everyone. Fishing gear is provided on all fishing trips.

(9975 Nance Street, Calabash; 800-373-2004)

www.hurricanefleet.com

Sea Screamer

The Sea Screamer takes you from the calm waters of the Intracoastal Waterway to the open waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The open air speed boat holds nearly 150 people as it skips across the ocean at high speeds. Keep an eye out for dolphins and expect to get wet aboard the Sea Screamer.

(Little River waterfront; 843-280-2400)

www.seascreamer.com

Voyager Fishing Charters

Charter an overnight or half-day fishing boat from Voyager Fishing Charters in Calabash. If you’re hoping to reel in a tournament-size fish, then consider the trolling charter through the Gulf Stream. You might hook a giant sea bass and vermillion snapper when you bottom fish the Gulf Stream or snag a shark with a night fishing excursion.

(Calabash waterfront, next to Dockside Restaurant; 843-626-4900)

www.voyagerfishingcharters.com

Little River:

Capt. Smiley’s Inshore Fishing Charters

Capt. Patrick “Smiley” Kelly is at the helm of these inshore fishing charters, sightseeing tours and ecological experiences. Up to four people are invited to experience the tranquility of Little River’s waterways where photographers and birdwatchers embrace the natural settings. Flounder fish at a nearshore wreck with Capt. Smiley or draw in crabs on his crabbing tour—the most entertaining two hours you’ll ever spend at the water. Bring your snacks and the captain will provide all the fishing gear.

(4474 Waterfront Avenue, Little River; 843-361-7445)

www.captainsmileyfishingcharters.com

Cherry Groovin’ Kayak Adventures

Rent a kayak and hit the water. Cherry Groovin’ Kayak Adventures has free North Myrtle Beach area delivery and pick up. They also offer a salt marsh ecology tour so you can explore Cherry Grove Inlet with a knowledgeable guide.

(4459 Barcelona Lane, Little River; 843-902-5238)

Little River Fishing Fleet

Little River is a great fishing headquarters and Little River Fishing Fleet has an excursion for everyone. Charter a boat for shark fishing at night or sport fishing for half a day. The 90-foot party boat, Pride of the Carolinas, is based out of Little River Fishing Fleet, too.

(1501 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach; 843-249-1100)

www.littleriverfleet.com

Myrtle Beach Water Sports

Home of the Sea Screamer speed boat that barely touches the ocean’s surface because it goes so fast, Myrtle Beach Water Sports also features parasailing and Sea Doo rentals. Rent a pontoon boat and gain access to a private island where finding seashells and relaxing in the tranquility are on the agenda.

(4495 Mineola Avenue, Little River; 843-280-7777)

www.myrtlebeachwatersports.com

Renegade Charters

Captain Terry Coffey knows where to take the 31-foot Renegade for cobia, sea bass and Spanish mackerel. With room for up to six passengers, Renegade Charters has four-, six- or eight-hour fishing trips that venture offshore up to 40 miles. Open daily year round.

(1505 Watson Avenue, Little River; 843-280-8954)

www.renegadefishing.com

Cherry Grove:

Cherry Grove Fishing Pier:

Go pier fishing and see if you can top the pier’s 1964 record catch—a 1,780-pound tiger shark. The Cherry Grove Fishing Pier reaches nearly 1,000 feet into the Atlantic Ocean, boasts an observation deck and features the Driftwood Restaurant and The Tackle Shop. Pier admission allows you to fish from the pier without a saltwater fishing license. Open 24 hours daily in summer.

(3500 North Ocean Boulevard, North Myrtle Beach; 843-249-1625)

www.cherrygrovepier.com

SeaQuest

Captain Randy has a host of charters for your North Myrtle Beach vacation: fishing from half day to a full day, Gulf Stream charters and sunset cruises. Take a scenic boat trip, reel in your catch of the day or try the dinner cruise.

(2120 Sea Mountain Highway, North Myrtle Beach; 843-902-8573)

www.seaquestmb.com

North Myrtle Beach:
Captain Mark Dickson/Shallow Minded Inshore Fishing

Capt. Mark is a former professional with the Southern Kingfish Association and he now offers charters and his secrets for catching flounder, redfish, king and Spanish mackerel, trout and cobia. He has room for up to four passengers on full- or half-day fishing trips. Tackle, bait and fishing licenses are provided. Bring your picnic lunch.

(One Harbour Place, Harbourgate Marina, North Myrtle Beach; 843-208-7099)

www.fishmyrtlebeach.com

Crowd Pleaser Sportfishing

If it’s dolphin, billfish, tuna and wahoo you are after, then hop aboard the 31-foot Yellowfin and head to the Gulf Stream waters with Crowd Pleaser Sportfishing, which also specializes in grouper and snapper bottom fishing. It’s a family charter, so children and ladies are welcome.

(North Myrtle Beach; 843-997-9773)

www.crowdpleasersportfishing.com

Coastal SCUBA

Explore the underwater world with this PADI dive facility’s charters and SCUBA diving lessons. The Atlantic Ocean boasts shipwrecks from World War II and the Civil War and the marine life love the offshore reefs. All aboard the 45-foot dive boat for a memorable dive charter. Open daily. Reservations recommended.

www.coastalscuba.com

Thomas Outdoor Watersports

Rent a Sea Doo for a fun ride on the Atlantic Ocean’s waves or to enjoy the tranquil landscape of the Intracoastal Waterway. Rental pontoon boats are an excellent means of reaching Bird Island for combing the beaches for shells, picnics and fishing. Thomas Outdoor Watersports has many boat rentals for fishing and fishing licenses are not required.

(Anchor Marina, 2200 Little River Neck Road, North Myrtle Beach; 843-280-2448)

www.mbjetski.com

Rosie Sportfishing

If it is fishing you want, it’s fishing you’ll get with Rosie Sportfishing. There are so many options offered: 8-, 10- or 12-hour trips, multiple days and tournament fishing. Capt. Mike Rosenquist will take you offshore to the Gulf Stream on a 47-foot Buddy Davis Sportfisher that features a full salon with two heads, outriggers, fighting chair and twin diesels. Bait, license and tackle are included with charters.

(2120 Sea Mountain Highway, Harbourgate Marina, North Myrtle Beach; 843-340-3416)

www.rosiesportfishing.com

Jet-A-Wave

Jet-A-Wave is a one-hour JetBoat ride that reaches speeds up to 30 knots. Up to 20 people are on board together as you race across the Atlantic Ocean, feeling the sun and sea spray on your face. Open daily from May to September.

(2120 Sea Mountain Highway, Harbourgate Marina, North Myrtle Beach; 843-663-RIDE)

www.jetawave.com

Myrtle Beach:

Downwind Sails

Visit the Downwind Sails oceanfront shack for all your Myrtle Beach water sports needs. Located on Ocean Boulevard and just north of the Springmaid Pier, Downwind Sails is a favorite hangout for local surfers. Here you can rent a sailboat, go on a banana boat ride, parasail, rent a Sea Doo and paddle the ocean in a kayak. Open daily in summer, water conditions permitting.

(2915 South Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach; 843-448-SAIL)

www.downwindsailsmyrtlebeach.com

Myrtle Beach Sailing Charters

Go sailing with Capt. Tim Hamilton aboard the Sans Souci, a 27-foot Catalina sloop. He’ll take you on the Intracoastal Waterway or offshore for a memorable sailing adventure. You may even choose a sunset dinner cruise for a romantic excursion. Myrtle Beach Sailing Charters are anywhere from two to 12 hours where you can snorkel, island hop, watch birds and dolphins or enjoy a meal.

www.hamiltoncharters.com

Myrtle Beach State Park

Myrtle Beach State Park is on the oceanfront and its 312 acres includes hiking trails, undeveloped beaches, picnic pavilions, a pier and a nature center. Fishing, sunbathing, swimming and participating in numerous nature programs and maritime classes are available here. Open daily.

(4401 South Kings Highway; 843-238-5325)

Coastal Eco-Charters, Inc.

Ask about the discount on charters that Elliott Beach Rentals guests receive at Coastal Eco-Charters, Inc., the Myrtle Beach area’s only charter boat that specializes in environmental education tours. Explore the natural beauty of the barrier islands and saltwater wetlands. From the salt marsh to the beach, learn about the natural habitat of sea creatures. Capt. Rutenberg is a state licensed biology teacher and your captain for Coastal Eco-Charters.

(843-655-5593 or 843-685-2737)

www.coastalecocharters.com

Garden City:

Marlin Quay Marina Watersports

Catch marlin, grouper or yellowfin tuna when you charter a 50-foot Hatteras Sport Fisherman, the 26-foot Glacier Bay Catamaran or one of the fishing fleet vessels in between. There is an on-site convenience store for snacks and cold drinks. All charters include tackle and bait.

(1508 South Waccamaw Drive, Garden City; 877-670-3474)

www.marlinquay.com

Murrells Inlet:

Catch-1 Sport Fishing Charters

Conveniently located at Drunken Jack’s Restaurant on the Murrells Inlet Marshwalk, Catch-1 Sport Fishing Charters can help you bring home trout, flounder and red drum. Go cruising with the family or fishing with the guys. Explore the inlet or take a boat ride out to the jetties for some good fishing.

(Highway 17, Murrells Inlet; 843-450-1430)

www.catch-1familyfun.com

Capt. Dick’s Marina

Capt. Dick’s offers everything from large, head boat fishing trips for snapper, sailfish, grouper and marlin to sightseeing cruises throughout the salt marsh and shark fishing. There’s parasailing, pontoon boat rentals, Sea Doo rentals and banana boat rides at Capt. Dick’s, too. The whole family will have fun when you stop at Capt. Dick’s Marina for water sports.

(Highway 17 Business, Murrells Inlet; 866-557-FISH)

www.captdicks.com

Myrtle Beach features brand new shopping complexes with your favorite high-end stores and big city restaurants. There are outlet malls where you can find the deal of the day and charming boutiques and independent shops are all along the Grand Strand. Myrtle Beach is an excellent destination for a girlfriends’ getaway where ladies can spend all day and into the night shopping all the treasures offered here. Put on your most comfortable walking shoes, grab a map and perhaps a coupon booklet for additional savings, and it is time to hit the stores and malls for fashion, home décor and gifts galore!

Calabash:

Callahan’s of Calabash

The wrap around porches, large shade trees and weathered look of Callahan’s of Calabash is so inviting. You’ll want to stop and explore all the rooms and nooks and crannies of this sprawling gift store—all 35,000 square feet. It’s coastal living décor at its finest with a wide selection of art, handmade sailboats and even brass bells. Take a little of the beach home with you when you shop at Callahan’s of Calabash. Within the walls of Callahan’s you’ll find the St. Nick Nack’s Christmas Shop that features millions of Christmas ornaments, which makes Christmas decorating fun anytime of year, and the Fudge Co. that smells as sweet as it sounds—dozens of homemade fudge flavors, handmade candy and saltwater taffy. And the Pea Landing Mercantile pays homage to what the area was called before being named Calabash. Here the selection of garden décor, linens and ceramic home décor will occupy some of your time. Open daily.

(Highway 179 at the traffic light; 800-344-3816)

www.callahansgifts.com

Little River:

Toby’s World Gifts

Stop in Toby’s World Gifts for some good old fashioned fun. The Nickelodeon Player Piano is an attraction by itself and the children’s section provides something for even the youngest members of your family. Candles, tableware, jewelry and nice home décor are all part of the Toby’s experience. The family run business brings Old World ambiance to South Carolina and even provides visitors a wide selection of gourmet candy.

(Highway 17, Little River; 843-249-2174)

www.tobysworldgifts.com

North Myrtle Beach:

Barefoot Landing

Theatre, dining, live entertainment and dozens of stores surround a 27-acre lake that lies alongside the Intracoastal Waterway. Wooden boardwalks, lush landscaping and more than 15 restaurants that serve lunch and dinner wind throughout Barefoot Landing. It’s a shopper’s paradise where good deals, unique gifts and vacation souvenirs are at every turn. Look around and you’ll notice that Barefoot Landing is fashioned after an old fishing village with four regions: Dockside Village, Boardwalk Shoppes, Carousel Courtyard and Waterway Shoppes. Explore all corners of Barefoot Landing, including the live entertainment at House of Blues’ concert hall and Alabama Theatre. Fireworks, a riverboat cruise and Alligator Adventure round out the long list of family entertainment to be had at Barefoot Landing. Open daily. Visit the Barefoot Landing Welcome and Reception Center at Dockside Village for stroller rentals and complimentary wheelchair service.

(4898 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach; 800-272-2320)

www.bflanding.com

Christmas Mouse

Feel the Christmas spirit every day of the year at Christmas Mouse, where Christmas trees and all the ornaments and holiday décor you can imagine are available year round. It’s holiday splendor at the beach. Popular Christmas collections include Possible Dreams and Department 56 and tree trimmings like garlands, lights and toppers are on display throughout the year. Bask in holiday music and Christmas cheer every time you visit Christmas Mouse.

(4852 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach; 843-272-5252)

www.christmasmouse.com

Hope Taylor & Company

The upscale boutique of Hope Taylor & Company is right downtown North Myrtle Beach. It’s a shopping experience designed for the ladies where name brand linens, jewelry, art, collectibles and furniture set the tone for an elegant day. Choose from labels such as Tommy Bahama, Lee Middleton, Waterford and more at Hope Taylor & Company.

(312 Main Street, North Myrtle Beach; 843-281-9650)

www.hopetaylorcompany.com

Martin’s Golf and Tennis Superstore

If you hit the links or love to play doubles on a tennis courts, then Martin’s Golf and Tennis Superstore is for you! Featuring the brand names you know and trust—Prince, Wilson, Dunlop, Ping, Taylor Made—the clothes and accessories you want and the sports equipment that you need, Martin’s is a golf and tennis enthusiast’s paradise. But the mega store goes beyond shelves of tennis racquets and golf clubs as there are sports-themed furniture and a golf simulator, too. Services at Martin’s include grip replacement, golf swing analysis with a PGA pro and fittings for custom clubs. There are two Martin’s Golf and Tennis Superstore locations in the Myrtle Beach area to serve you.

(2310 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach; 843-272-6030

1400 29^th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach; 843-839-4653)

www.martinspgatourssuperstore.com

Myrtle Beach:

Myrtle Beach Mall

Easy to find and a joy to peruse, the Myrtle Beach Mall is a little north of the Highway 22 and Highway 17 intersection. You can’t miss the two-acre Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World store that serves as a rustic anchor with a mountainside lodge feel to it and features Islamorada Fish Company Restaurant, saltwater aquarium and wildlife displays. Get wheelchairs and discounted tickets to local theatres from Myrtle Beach Mall’s guest services. Open daily.

(10177 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach; 843-272-4040)

Harley-Davidson

Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidson is an icon for motorcyclists and those who wish they were. Bikers love the parts and services available at the Myrtle Beach location, while people who simply love the idea of Harleys have plenty to appreciate with Harley-Davison clothing, home décor, roasted coffee and even alarm clocks. Shop and test drive the motorcycles on the showroom floor or place a custom order so it is built to suit. Motorcycle rentals are available with a valid motorcycle operator’s license.

(Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidson 4710 South Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach; 843-369-5555. Open Tuesday through Sunday.

Harley-Davidson/Buell Shop at the Beach 4002 Highway 17, North Myrtle Beach; 843-663-5555. Open daily.)

www.myrtlebeachharley.com

Tanger Outlet Centers of Myrtle Beach

Who doesn’t love a great bargain? Myrtle Beach’s outlet malls are easy to find and overflowing with good deals. Tanger Outlet Centers has two locations and more than 100 outlet stores to shop. Featuring such name brand favorites as Banana Republic, Farberware, Coldwater Creek, Nags Head Hammocks, Bose, Tommy Bahama and the beautiful jewels of Ultra Diamond Outlet, Tanger Outlet Centers can help update your home and your closet without breaking the bank.

(10835 Kings Road, Highway 17 and Highway 22 intersection, Myrtle Beach; 843-838-9830

Highway 501, three miles north of the Intracoastal Waterway, Myrtle Beach; 866-665-8677)

www.tangeroutlet.com

Touring Broadway performances visit Myrtle Beach. Tributes to your favorite singers, bands and musical genres will keep your toes tapping. Concerts with country music headliners are featured in town. Productions that combine singing, dancing, comedy and animal acts often have two performances nightly and sometimes a matinee. Explore all your entertainment options when you’re in Myrtle Beach and get your tickets early for some of the area’s most popular shows.

North Myrtle Beach:

Alabama Theatre

Alabama Theatre was born from a vision of the country music trio, Alabama. These band members lived in Myrtle Beach in the 1970s and when they came back to the area in 1991, they collaborated with the owner of TNN, Country Music Television and the Grand Ol’ Opry–Gaylord Entertainment–to write, direct and produce a nightly production in what is now the Alabama Theatre.

Who has graced the Alabama Theatre’s stage but Bill Cosby, Ricky Van Shelton, Charlie Pride, Lorrie Morgan, Billy Ray Cyrus, the Oak Ridge Boys and the legendary George Jones to name but a few, in addition to the house show. Don’t miss the most recent line up. Call for concert updates, ticket information and reservations.

(4570 Highway 17 South, Barefoot Landing, North Myrtle Beach; 800-342-2262)

www.alabama-theatre.com

Ghosts and Legends Theatre

Scare yourself silly with haunted storytelling that is accentuated by special effects, secret doors and narrators that go missing. Tales of hurricanes, pirates and true love are all part of the ghostly experience. Live shows are presented by the dead every 30 minutes.

The Ghosts and Legends Walking Tour lasts 90 minutes and takes you to Barefoot Landing’s darkest corners, which are rarely seen by the daytime shoppers. Explore haunted swamps and historic sites on this walking tour. Reservations are required.

Ever wonder what an 1850s séance looked like? Wonder no more. Ghosts and Legends presents a theatrical recreation of one, Low Country Séance, where communication with the dead is expected. Open daily.

(4818 Highway 17 South, Barefoot Landing, North Myrtle Beach; 843-361-2700)

www.ghostshows.com

House of Blues

House of Blues is famous for its big name concerts and the Myrtle Beach House of Blues has hosted such performers as Keith Urban, Sugarland, Edwin McCain, Dierks Bentley and Norah Jones.

But there is more to House of Blues than famous singers and renowned bands. Do you have a detective’s mind? Then come to House of Blues for the Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre where the audience is filled with key suspects. Follow the clues left around you and if you solve the murder mystery, you win a prize!

The Sunday Gospel Brunch is a weekend treat that combines gospel music and a delicious brunch buffet, Southern style. Dish up jambalaya and shrimp and grits while your soul feels the rhythm of the Sunday Gospel Brunch.

House of Blues is sprawled out at one end of Barefoot Landing, where a restaurant, Music Hall, Sugar Shack Deck and the BB Blues Bar culminate for a live entertainment mecca, with food and special events! Live music is featured throughout House of Blues on most nights. Call for events calendar and ticket information.

(4640 Highway 17 South, Barefoot Landing, North Myrtle Beach; 843-272-3000)

www.hob.com

Myrtle Beach:

The Carolina Opry

The Carolina Opry is an award-winning crowd pleaser that has been talked about in national magazines, newspapers and TV programs for 21 years. The two-hour long variety show is music, dance and comedy that incorporates Broadway, classic pop and bluegrass. Featuring All That, the urban cloggers featured on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” The Carolina Opry is directed and produced by Calvin Gilmore.

Voted Most Outstanding Attraction and awarded the Governor’s Cup, The Carolina Opry is a Myrtle Beach attraction you need to experience. The two-story marble lobby welcomes you and plush seating assures your comfort for the show’s duration. Sing along, clap your hands and laugh at the jokes presented on stage during this family-friendly variety show. Show times, seasonal show information and ticket sales are available online.

(8901-A Highway 17, at mile marker 204, Myrtle Beach; 800-843-6779)

www.thecarolinaopry.com

Good Vibrations!

Travel through three decades of musical history—the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s—as Good Vibrations! takes you on a memorable tour featuring music from the Beach Boys, The Beatles, Billy Joel, John Denver and many more. This music is brought to life with famed performers from The Carolina Opry. The sights of the ‘60s, the sounds of the ‘70s and the laughs of the ‘80s are presented bigger than life at Good Vibrations!

(8901 Highway 17 North, at mile marker 204, Myrtle Beach; 800-843-6779)

www.cgp.net/GoodVibrations.html

The Carolina Opry Christmas Special

Visit The Carolina Opry in November and December for the spectacular Christmas Special. It’s an anticipated event of the year in the South filled with holiday sentiment and overflowing with Christmas music. For more than 20 years, The Carolina Opry Christmas Special has been a holiday tradition for families near and far.

(8901 Highway 17 North, at mile marker 204, Myrtle Beach; 800-843-6779)

www.thecarolinaopry.com

Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner & Show

The Dixie Stampede is interactive dinner theatre, where the audience is expected to get their hands dirty. The Dixie Stampede features action-packed entertainment served with a four-course meal—pork tenderloin, rotisserie chicken, vegetable soup, herb-basted potato, vegetable soup, homemade bread and a special dessert—all that you eat with your hands! One hour prior to show time, the fun begins in the Carriage Room where early-arriving guests may enjoy snacks, cold drinks and live entertainment. At show time, guests are lead into the 32,000-square foot arena for the main event. It’s the North versus the South in a friendly, present day rivalry that mimics the Civil War. Horses, trick riders, singing, dancing, comedy and some surprise animal stars sweep across the arena floor throughout the performance. You’ll be surprised and amazed at what you see before you at the Dixie Stampede. Advance reservations are suggested as all seats are reserved. Nightly shows April through September. Call for shoulder season schedule.

(8901-B Highway 17 North, at mile marker 204, Myrtle Beach; 800-443-4401)

www.dixiestampede.com

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament features the Tournament of Games and you are invited to be an active participant, dine among a cheering crowd and support your knight as battle wages for the kingdom’s honor. The dangerous medieval games include sword fighting on horseback. There’s a love story and medieval pageantry and the jousting match will have you on the edge of your seat.

Medieval Times will take you back to an 11^th century castle where you’ll be treated like royalty with a four-course feast. Shows are several times each evening from March to December. Call for show schedule and ticket information.

(Fantasy Harbour, Highway 501 behind the Waccamaw Factory Shoppes, Myrtle Beach; 800-436-4386)

www.medievaltimes.com

The Palace Theatre – Le Grande Cirque

The circus days of old have been transformed. Le Grande Cirque puts a new spin on an ancient art—acrobatics. The world’s most talented acrobats fly through the air performing trick after trick and one amazing stunt after another every evening at Le Grande Cirque. You’ll be inspired by the imagination of the production and swept off your feet by the sheer danger. It’s poetry in motion—only it’s in the air. Take the whole family for an enchanted evening at Le Grande Cirque.

(Highway 17 North at 21^st Avenue North, Myrtle Beach; 800-905-4228)

www.palacetheatremyrtlebeach.com

Surfside Beach:

Legends in Concert

You favorite starts from today and yesteryear magically reappear on the Legends in Concert stage. Country’s greatest artists, pop’s most popular icons and Vegas’ star performers are all on stage together! It’s the Myrtle Beach area’s renowned tribute show. Look for the likes of Madonna, Jerry Lee Lewis, Garth Brooks and of course, Elvis. The celebrity impersonators will have you doing a double take as they look, sound and move like the real thing, making the evening one to remember. Nightly shows are Monday through Saturday. Call for ticket information and show times.

(Highway 17 Business South at 3^rd Avenue South, Surfside Beach; 800-960-SHOW)

www.legendsinconcert.com

Little River:

Brentwood Restaurant

The Brentwood Restaurant was built in 1910 as a two-story private residence. Today, it is a quaint restaurant with a taste tempting menu that includes steaks, soft shell crabs, veal and lobster! Upstairs at the Brentwood is the second story retreat that specializes in aperitifs, homemade desserts and cigars.

 (4269 Luck Street, Little River; 843-249-2601)

www.thebrentwoodrestaurant.com

The Parson’s Table

Built in 1885, the original building that is now The Parson’s Table was the Little River Methodist Church. The Parson’s Table is an award-winning restaurant with a tantalizing appetizer menu. Steamed mussels, escargot, baked brie are excellent starters while seafood and steaks are mouth-watering entrees served at The Parson’s Table.

(Highway 17, Little River; 843-249-3703)

www.ParsonsTable.com

Umberto’s at Coquina Harbour

There’s more than pizza at this Italian eatery. Overlooking the beautiful marina, Umberto’s is known for their chops, steaks and Italian meals. Umberto’s serves dinner daily.

(720 Highway 17 North, Little River; 843-249-5552)

North Myrtle Beach:

Duffy Street Seafood Shack

This family-owned and operated restaurant is a locals’ favorite. For more than 16 years, Duffy Street Seafood Shack has served cold beer and delicious seafood in a relaxed, Lowcountry setting. Open daily for dinner and also serving lunch on the weekends.

(319 Sea Mountain Highway, North Myrtle Beach; 843-249-6533)

www.duffyst.com

Flynn’s Tavern

It’s an Irish pub in a beach town. Get your favorite Irish fare—fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, bangers and mash—after a day on the beaches. Irish food is comfort food and at Flynn’s it’s delicious!

(421 Main Street, North Myrtle Beach; 843-249-6533)

www.flynnstaverns.com

Greg Norman’s Australian Grille

Located in Barefoot Landing, Greg Norman’s Australian Grille is the brainchild of the Australian pro golfer. Australian influences are obvious on the menu where wood-grilled steak, seafood, chicken and rack of lamb are featured. Treat yourself to a bottle of wine from the award-winning wine list and rest assured the staff of Greg Norman’s Australian Grill will take good care of you, ensuring a fabulous dining experience. Pub and restaurant open daily for dinner.

(4930 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach; 843-361-0000)

www.shark.com

H.B. Spokes

H.B. Spokes is as much a destination as it is a restaurant. This four-acre, indoor/outdoor biker bar hosts concerts on two stages, features a burn-out pit and sells biker accessories at its retail store. Burgers, steaks and seafood are crowd pleasers from the menu.

(1111 Highway 9E, Longs; 843-399-BIKE)

www.hbspokes.com

Martini’s Continental Dining and Piano Bar

The stage is set with a fireplace and live music. All you have to do is choose between the 30 specialty martinis on the menu. Martini’s features a nice wine list and seafood, veal and steak entrees. Open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday.

(98 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach; 843-249-1134)

Overtime Sports Café

Overtimes Sports Café does sports big time! When you can’t be at the game, Overtime Sports is the next best thing. Order hot wings, cold beer and delicious sandwiches to eat while you watch your favorite team on the many televisions!

(1409 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach; 843-361-1514)

www.overtimesportscafe.com

Rockefeller’s Raw Bar

A plate of raw oysters on the half shell and the steam kettle are popular picks at Rockefeller’s Raw Bar. Featuring plenty of fresh seafood cooked to perfection, Rockefeller’s is a casual restaurant with a fun atmosphere.

 (3613 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach; 843-361-9677)

Sugami Japanese Steakhouse

Seafood, steaks, chicken and sushi are all part of the Sugami experience. From the hibachi table where your meal is prepared right in front of you to the back deck with Intracoastal Waterway views, Sugami is more than a sushi bar. Open for dinner.

(9711 North Kings Highway, Restaurant Row, North Myrtle Beach; 843-449-7271)

Atlanta Bread Company

Serving soups and sandwiches, Atlanta Bread Company’s menu is full of good food made from fresh ingredients, a terrific option for a healthy lunch and filling dinner.

(506 Highway 17 North, North Myrtle Beach; 843-663-1500)

www.atlantabread.com

Myrtle Beach:

Beach Bummz Bar & Café

Dine on the oceanfront in a casual atmosphere where juicy burgers, fresh salads and tropical cocktails are on the menu. It’s a locals’ favorite and it boasts amazing views of the Atlantic. You’re welcome to come in from the beach and relax on the back deck while you dine at Beach Bummz.

(2002 North Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach; 843-916-9111)

Bimini’s Oyster Bar and Seafood Café

Grouper fingers, raw oysters, steaks and sandwiches are part of the Bimini’s vibe. It’s an island bar, favored by locals, where live music is featured regularly and happy hour specials always draw a crowd.

(930 Lake Arrowhead Road, off Restaurant Row, Myrtle Beach; 843-449-5549)

Carolina Roadhouse

Family-friendly, with plenty of seating for large groups and a spacious bar that serves your favorite cold beverages and cocktails, Carolina Roadhouse serves fresh seafood, salads you can eat as a meal and sandwiches that are larger than life. The window into the kitchen encourages diners to peek at the progress of their Pittsburgh-style steak. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

(4617 North Kings Highway at 47^th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach; 843-497-9911)

www.carolinaroadhouse.com

Cheeseburger in Paradise

Throw on your Hawaiian shirt and start choosing which frozen concoction you want from Cheeseburger in Paradise’s Tiki Bar. This Jimmy Buffet restaurant features bayou specialties coupled with Caribbean cuisine and the all-American signature cheeseburgers. Restaurant specialties include chocolate nachos and mini-cheeseburgers.

(7211 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach; 843-497-3891)

www.cheeseburgerinparadise.com

Damon’s Oceanfront

The Atlantic Ocean is right outside of this oceanfront restaurant on the south end of Myrtle Beach. Damon’s is all about ribs and steaks, though their menu has seafood, salads, sandwiches and more. Dine in oceanfront splendor and after dinner, walk a short distance to the Springmaid Pier. Open daily.

(2985 South Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach; 843-626-8000)

New York Prime

New York Prime is the Myrtle Beach area’s only all-prime steakhouse. Boasting an impressive wine list and an extensive menu with chopped Italian salad, 22-oz rib steak, shellfish bisque, triple cut lamb chops and live lobster, New York Prime is the ideal restaurant to celebrate a special occasion. Open for dinner daily.

(405 28^th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach; 843-448-8081)

www.newyorkprime.com

Original Benjamin’s Calabash Seafood

Crab legs, pastas, steaks and Lowcountry cuisine adorn the world’s largest calabash buffet. Featuring more than 170 items, the Original Benjamin’s Calabash Seafood restaurant is a Myrtle Beach landmark.

(9532 North Kings Highway, Restaurant Row, Myrtle Beach; 843-449-0821)

www.originalbenjamins.com

Phillips Seafood

When you crave a Maryland style seafood feast that includes award-winning crab cakes, visit Phillips Seafood for dinner. It’s a nicely decorated restaurant with an extensive seafood menu. Phillips also offers steak, chicken and ribs. Open for dinner daily.

(21^st Avenue North and Highway 17, Myrtle Beach; 843-626-CRAB)

www.phillipsfoods.com

Sea Captain’s House Restaurant

From a nostalgic 1930s oceanfront cottage to a renowned restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Sea Captain’s House is famous for its daily specials. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

(3002 North Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach; 843-448-8082)

www.seacaptains.com

Thoroughbreds

Certified Angus beef, veal, venison, duck and fresh seafood are among the superb dining options you have at Thoroughbreds where there is entertainment on the veranda. Open daily for dinner.

(9706 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach; 843-497-2636)

www.thoroughbredsrestaurant.com

Surfside Beach

Latitude 22

Latitude 22 is on the top floor of a three-story, oceanfront building. The Caribbean menu has a definite tropical flair while the bright interiors and colorful furnishings lend to the island atmosphere. When it’s sunny, the windows are thrown open and the warm ocean breezes are invited inside. Enjoy Asian grouper fingers and calypso crab cakes when you dine at Latitude 22.

(11 N Seaside Drive, next to Surfside Pier, Surfside Beach; 843-232-9796)

Garden City:

Gulfstream Café

Located beside a marina and featuring spectacular inlet views that afford diners a memorable sunset, Gulfstream Café has a nice selection of seafood entrees. Oyster, shrimp and crab appetizers tempt you while fresh fish, chicken and steak entrees satisfy you. Open daily.

(1536 South Waccamaw Drive, Garden City; 843-651-8808)

www.gulfstreamcafe.com

Murrells Inlet

Divine Fish House

Overlooking the Murrells Inlet salt marsh and along the Murrells Inlet Marsh Walk, Divine Fish House is elegant dining with waterfront views. The eclectic menu boasts lobster, buffalo and duck in addition to aged steaks and fresh fish. Don’t forget the sushi bar at Divine Fish House. Open daily for dinner.

(Highway 17 Business, Murrells Inlet; 843-651-5800)

www.divinedininggroup.com

Drunken Jack’s Restaurant & Lounge

Learn the legend of Blackbeard’s drunken sailor, Jack, the namesake of this popular restaurant. And feast on steaks and seafood while enjoying a waterfront view. The upper dining room, downstairs lounge and outside deck all face the salt marsh and Marsh Walk of Murrells Inlet. Open daily.

(Highway 17 Business, Murrells Inlet; 843-651-2044)

www.drunkenjacks.com

Indoors and outside, Myrtle Beach’s attractions and amusements are everywhere—on the beaches and inland. Some are fast paced, while others offer rest and relaxation. Walk down the block or explore all 60 miles of the Grand Strand and the myriad of amusements and attractions offered.

Little River:

Tribal Island Tiki Adventure Golf

This is miniature golf at its most adventurous. Two 18-hole putt-putt golf courses, Volcano Valley and Tiki Bay, wind in and out of caves, under waterfalls and around an active volcano that erupts hourly. The Par 3 golf course is lighted at Tribal Island Tiki Adventure Golf and this attraction also features a driving range. Open daily.
(901 Highway 17 North, Little River; 843-281-1177)
www.harbourviewgolf.com

Inlet Point Plantation Stables

Horseback riding at the beach is an activity straight out of the movies. But when you vacation in North Myrtle Beach, Inlet Point Plantation Stables is just down the street. Kids 10 and older and adults are invited to experience the tranquility of a 2-hour ride that takes you around the plantation and on the beautiful beaches of a private island. For kids 7-years-old and up, there is a 1-hour trail ride through a pecan grove and it also goes along the Intracoastal Waterway. For the youngest in your family, Inlet Point Plantation Stables has pony rides. Reservations accepted.
(5800 Highway 236, North Myrtle Beach; 843-249-2989)
www.inletpointplantation.com

North Myrtle Beach:

Alligator Adventure

Conveniently located at Barefoot Landing, Alligator Adventure showcases a collection of exotic birds, lizards, giant frogs and reptiles from around the world. Alligator Adventure has black bears, Galapagos tortoises, rattlesnakes and pythons and the star of the show is Utan, a 2,000-pound, 20-foot long crocodile that was raised in Thailand. He’s the largest crocodile to ever come to the United States. Meander through the marshes, along the swamp trails and explore the zoological gardens. Some of nature’s most beautiful and intriguing exhibits are found at Alligator Adventure.

(4604 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach; 800-361-0789)

www.alligatoradventure.com

Bob’s Watersports and Clowns Arcade

Banana boat rides and parasailing are in store for you at Bob’s Watersports and Clowns Arcade. The whole family can bounce along the ocean’s waves on a banana boat ride—it easily holds six people. But it is the parasailing adventure that gives you the best oceanfront views!

(2208 North Ocean Boulevard, North Myrtle Beach; 843-249-9908)

Carolina Safari Jeep Tours

This three-hour tour has appeared on Discovery’s Travel Channel and is well known for all the history and lore it shares. Pirates, ghosts, alligators and slaves are part of the expedition that takes you past a graveyard, ricefields and a cypress swamp. From a 15^th-century Spanish castle and the African Gullah culture to several ecosystems for a peek at wildlife and nature, Carolina Safari Jeep Tours makes learning fun.

(pick up at most area hotels; 888-497-5330)

www.carolinasafari.com

La Belle Amie Vineyard

Myrtle Beach’s very own local winery features summer festivals, live music and bring-your-own-picnic events throughout the year. This property has been in the Bellamy family since the 1800s and they run the vineyard today. Picnics on the beautiful grounds are encouraged and wine tastings are expected. A gift shop is on site and vineyard tours are available. Call for more information about special events. Open Monday through Saturday.

(Highway 90, Little River; 843-399-WINE)
www.labelleamie.com

Myrtle Beach:
Air Boingo

For an 80-foot bungee jumping experience near the beach, visit Air Boingo. They have more than two million safe bungee jumps on record. For a thrilling Myrtle Beach experience, go bungee jumping! Located just off the beach. Open daily in the summertime.

(311 8th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach; 843-626-2863)

Family Kingdom Amusement Park & Water Park

More than 30 amusements rides, including a wooden roller coaster and a 100-foot free fall ride, are found at this Myrtle Beach amusement park. Family Kingdom Amusement Park has South Carolina’s largest Ferris wheel and the historic carousel is a work of art as well as a children’s favorite. There are more than a dozen attractions for the younger kids in your family, such as gentle pony rides. Park entrance is free and park wristbands or ride tickets are available for purchase. Next door to the amusement park is the oceanfront water park. Slippery slides, kiddie pools, lazy rivers and flume rides offer refreshing fun with breathtaking ocean views. Open daily in summer. The amusement park is open daily April through September.

Huffman Helicopters

Hover over Myrtle Beach in a Long Ranger or Jet Ranger helicopter on a tour that gives you incredible views of the Grand Strand. Huffman Helicopters has several choices—from a 12-minute tour that is affordable and can accommodate six people to a one-hour flight that shows you from the sky all that Myrtle Beach has to offer. Huffman Helicopters is available for chartered flights, such as the “Lights of the Grand Strand” night flight.

(Myrtle Beach International Airport and Business Highway 17; 800-579-HELI)
www.huffmanhelicopters.com

Jungle Princess

The Jungle Princess is a cruise down the Intracoastal Waterway that boards at the Waccatee Zoo. The wildlife that is easily spotted along this quiet, forested section of the river is astounding. It’s a birdwatchers’ paradise. The Jungle Princess has a couple climate-controlled decks in addition to an open-air deck. Choose your seat and settle in for a tour that shows the other side of the Myrtle Beach area. A snack bar is available. The Jungle Princess has daily tours and sunset and dinner boat rides. Call for times and to make reservations.

(Waccatee Zoo at 8500 Enterprise Road, Myrtle Beach; 843-236-1700)

Myrtle Beach Pelicans Professional Baseball

The Myrtle Beach Pelicans are the farm team of the Atlanta Braves and were league champions for two consecutive years. Their games are exciting and full of family entertainment. The BB&T Coastal Field is an outstanding facility with home games from April to September. Tickets are affordable and seats are found in luxury suites, boxes, bleachers and on the lawn. Beer is available and a gift shop is on site. Call for home game dates and times and ask about the specials.

(21st Avenue North and Robert Grissom Parkway, Myrtle Beach; 843-918-6000)
www.myrtlebeachpelicans.com

Myrtle Beach Speedway

Built in 1958, the Myrtle Beach Speedway is a half-mile track that is sanctioned by NASCAR and has been driven by several generations of Earnhardts. Amateur and professional truck and car racing are on the calendar every Saturday from April through September. Call for race times, rain dates and special events. 

(located four miles west of the beaches on Highway 501; Myrtle Beach; 843-236-0500)
www.myrtlebeachspeedway.com

Ripley’s® Believe It or Not Museum, Haunted Adventure & 4-D Moving Theater

Ripley’s is one-stop shopping for entertainment. Conveniently located in downtown Myrtle Beach and right across the street from the white, sandy beaches, the Ripley’s compound includes the Believe It or Not Museum where the incredibly odd is showcased, human talent is revealed and freak acts of nature are exposed. The roller coaster made of toothpicks and Cleopatra’s barge of sugar are just two of the unusual exhibits. Ripley’s® Haunted Adventure is next door where you can experience spine-tingling adventures on all three floors of the haunted house. Take a ride in a 3-D movie at Ripley’s® 4-D Moving Theatre, the only motion-simulator theatre in Myrtle Beach. The audio and visual effects you’ll experience in this unique theatre are state-of-the-art. Theatre shows change often throughout the year, so call for current listings. All of the Ripley’s® attractions are open daily.

(9th Avenue North and Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach; 877-280-2751)
www.ripleys.com

Waccatee Zoo

More than 500 acres of woods alongside the Intracoastal Waterway make for the perfect zoo-like setting. Waccatee Zoo is privately owned and features more than 100 species of animals. Water buffalo, kangaroos, camels and zebras call Waccatee Zoo home. This waterfront wildlife sanctuary is a breeding ground for migratory birds. The Jungle Princess river cruise departs from the Waccatee Zoo. Open daily, weather permitting.

(8500 Enterprise Road, Myrtle Beach; 843-650-8500)
www.waccateezoo.com

Le Grande Cirque

Le Grande Cirque takes the most intriguing components of a big-top circus performance and beautifully melds it with theatrical shows to create a colorful, energetic feat of beauty and grace. The world’s greatest acrobats convene on one Myrtle Beach stage for a mesmerizing display of human ability, flexibility and strength. It’s a great show for all ages.

www.PalaceTheatreMyrtleBeach.com

Surfside Beach:

Wild Water – Water & Race Theme Park

A 16-acre water park easily found on Highway 17 in Surfside Beach, Wild Water has more than 33 rides, pools and activities. The Dark Hole and Free Fall Cliff Dive are for the brave, while the Wipeout Wave Pool is a favorite for all. Flumes and slides that launch you at high speeds, sometimes head first, are what water parks are all about. There is a section devoted to children and a miniature golf course offers a family-friendly break from the high energy water park. Picnic sites, food court, arcade and a neighboring racetrack with rides for kids and adults are all part of Wild Water. Open daily in summer.

(910 South Highway 17 Business, Surfside Beach; 800-833-9453)

www.wild-water.com

Murrells Inlet:

Brookgreen Gardens

Brookgreen Gardens is a world renowned sculpture garden steeped in history. This national historic landmark is a museum, education center, zoo and garden showcase that borders a freshwater river. The Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington Sculpture Garden features hundreds of American sculptures, the largest collection known in the world. Encompassing several thousand undeveloped acres, Brookgreen Gardens is a preserve for animals and native plants. Throughout the year, Brookgreen Gardens features visiting artists, traveling exhibits and special programs. The annual Nights of a Thousand Candles is regularly featured in national magazines, such as Southern Living. Walking tours, boat tours and Trekker rides are available. A restaurant, snack bar and gift shop are on site. Open daily. Tickets are valid for six consecutive days and annual family passes are available.

(Highway 17, three miles south of Murrells Inlet; 800-849-1931)
www.brookgreen.org

Huntington Beach State Park

Cross the Huntington Beach State Park causeway where the saltwater inlet is tidal on the north side and the freshwater pond houses alligators on the south. Hiking trails, miles of undisturbed oceanfront access, a bike trail that is part of the East Coast Greenway and camping are all found at this oceanfront state park. Birdwatching and nature hikes are among the most popular activities, while the rocky jetty at the northernmost end of the three-mile beachfront is famous with fishermen. Swim in the ocean, meander all the boardwalks, surf fish and spread out a picnic during your visit to Huntington Beach State Park. The 2,500-acre park also features Atalaya, the winter home of Anna and Archer Huntington that was designed to look like a Spanish castle. Special events, festivals and classes are offered year-round. Open daily.
(3 miles south of Murrells Inlet on Highway 17, across from Brookgreen Gardens; 843-237-4440)