Myrtle Beach has everything for the sun-chasers, including fast rides, relaxing beach clubs and endless options for dining with a difference. Before you head out to see more of the Palmetto State, there’s so much to explore at this traditional resort.
Old-fashioned amusements
Take a walk along the palm tree-lined promenade and you’ll pass exquisite seafood restaurants and bustling beach clubs. On the Boardwalk you’ll find adventure for the whole family: arcades, haunted houses and the iconic Sky Wheel.
This rotating palace lights up as the sun sets, creating a great place to take in shimmering coastal views. Each carriage is air-conditioned for comfort, so it’s the perfect way to break up a long day of sun worship.
If you’re in town for a special occasion, it’s even possible to book a VIP flight and enjoy views through a breathtaking glass-bottomed floor.
Further along the shore you’ll find more treasures, including the Family Kingdom Amusement Park and Splashes Water Park. Here you can try traditional thrills and spills while looking out on the ocean.
High-tech treats
From the traditional to the futuristic, the fun never stops at Myrtle Beach. WonderWorks Amusement Park is packed with high-energy treats for the modern age.
This is an alternative theme park with innovative science gadgets and an immersive 6D Extreme Motion Theatre. The glow-in-the-dark indoor ropes course is exhilarating for advanced climbers and beginners alike.
From Broadway to the Boardwalk, there are many great museums and exhibits to explore. Drop into the Hollywood Wax Museum or an intriguing Odditorium filled with even more out-of-this-world Virtual Reality experiences.
The oceanic state park
Away from the bright lights and sweet attractions of the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk sits a small but tranquil State Park – the ideal place to find quiet and get back to nature.
This oceanside haven is a great place for fishing, with a pier perched above crystal clear waters. The state park stretches for 312 acres, making its maritime forests the ideal location for camping, geocaching and bird watching.
With several idyllic horse trails, there’s no better way to sample the tranquillity of the State Park than on horseback. Choose from a variety of course lengths for a short-distance canter or a more in-depth exploration of your serene surroundings.
A little further afield you’ll find even more natural wonders. Car rental from Myrtle Beach allows you to lose yourself in the wildlife reserves dotted further up the coast. The Santee Coastal Reserve has gorgeous ocean views and rugged paths through thick woodland.
Score a hole in one
Myrtle Beach has been described as the ‘Golf Capital of the World’, and you’ll soon see why.
Heritage Club is ideal for intermediate players, since the waters and slopes present a welcome challenge. True Blue boasts memorable views over pristine tree-lined fairways and rolling gardens. Ranked in America’s Top 10 courses, its luxurious packages are a great way to celebrate the end to a great vacation.
Myrtle Beach has historic courses dating back to the post-war boom period – and they all offer a fantastic chance to unwind and hone your game amid spectacular settings.
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