Amusements

Family Kingdom
300 South Ocean Boulevard
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

On the Ocean, 843-626-3447, Two parks in one make this venue fun for the entire family. The amusement park features the state's largest all wooden roller coaster and Ferris wheel in the South Carolina, as well as a historical carousel and numerous rides. The water park has three wet and wild water flumes, a Lazy River, a waterfall, kiddie slides, and a "gorilla" swing. Group discounts and gift certificates are available.
 

Ground Zero Paintball
2078 Bermuda Road
Myrtle Beach, SC 29563,

Lakeview, Between Myrtle Beach and Florence, 843-759-2578, Choose from the large course with all types of terrain, the smaller fields, or a portable field where they deliver the course to you at this paintball course. Tournaments and scenario games are held throughout the year and a complete pro shop sells all the equipment, clothes, and gear you will need.

Myrtle Waves Water Park
Highway 17 Bypass & Tenth Avenue North,
843-448-1026

South Carolina's largest waterpark, this wet and wild waterpark covers 20 acres and features over 30 thrilling rides, pools, and meandering rivers. Groups are welcome and catering service is available.
 

NASCAR Speed Park
1820 Twenty-First Avenue North Extension
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577,
843-918-TRAK, 877-626-TRAK

Jump into the driver's seat at this 26- acre official NASCAR theme park that offers seven race tracks and plenty of excitement for all levels of expertise. There are also 36 holes of themed miniature golf, the SpeedDome arcade, a rock climbing wall, simulators, gift shops, and an indoor and outdoor food court.
 

Paintball USA
6925 Highway 707,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588,
843-650-1540,

The only paintball field in Myrtle Beach. They are committed to having a staff of quality, trained professional people who know paintball. Their primary concern is to make sure you enjoy yourself in a safe and thrilling environment.
 

Pavilion Amusement Park
Ocean Boulevard & Ninth Avenue North,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-448-6456

Situate on 11 beautiful acres, this amusement park features over 40 thrilling rides and games, as well as an on site restaurant, shops, and snack bars. There is a large collection of children's rides and special events are held throughout the year with live music and fireworks.
 

Ripley's Aquarium
1110 Celebrity Circle,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

 Broadway at the Beach, 843-916-0888, 800-743-8888, Open year-round, this 87,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility has numerous displays including the Dangerous Reef, a 750,000 gallon tank, where visitors are surrounded an all sides by menacing ten foot sharks on the world's longest moving glidepath. Dive shows and marine education classes are presented hourly.

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Libraries & Research Centers

Chapin Memorial Library
400 Fourteenth Avenue North
Myrtle Beach, SC 29578, 843-918-1275,

"The only municipally owned and operated public library in South Carolina", this library offers membership to both residents and nonresidents and features a wide variety of reference materials including books, periodicals, and computer databases. The Reference Room is contains several thousands sources of information and the Shirley W. Boone South Carolina Room contains over 1,000 tiles, area scrapbooks, and a microfilm library.

Museums & Galleries

Children's Museum of South Carolina
2501 North Kings Highway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29578
843-946-9496

 Interactive and ever changing exhibits, as well as educational programs offer visitors, young and old, the opportunity to "touch, explore, and play" while learning about the world around us. Groups are welcome and party packages are available.

Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum
3100 South Ocean Boulevard
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-238-2510

 Myrtle Beach's only art museum, this elegant 10,000 square foot museum is the only one of its kind in Horry County and is a showcase for contemporary art. The museum hosts several permanent exhibits, as well as visiting exhibits, and a museum gift store is on the premises.

National Wax Museum
1000 North Ocean Boulevard
Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
843-272-7770,

The animated and sometimes chilling and thrilling figures in this wax museum depict the Garden of Eden, The Last Supper, a scene from the Revolutionary War, the first space flight, and a haunted graveyard. Waxed figures on display include both actors and historical figures.

Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum
901 North Ocean Boulevard
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-448-2331

Since 1933 Robert Leroy Ripley has exhibited oddities from his world travels in his wonderfully entertaining museums. Take a one hour self guided tour through these 14 galleries and see over 500 of his unique "finds".

Parks, Gardens & Zoos

Alligator Adventure
4604 South Kings Highway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29598

Adjacent to Barefoot Landing, 843-361-0789, Visit the world's largest reptile park and see numerous alligators and crocodiles, exotic snakes, lizards, tropical birds, tortoises, albino alligators, and komodo dragons. You can also watch daily live shows, alligator feedings, and hands-on demonstrations while at this park.
 

Brookgreen Gardens
1931 Brookgreen Gardens Drive
Myrtle Beach, SC 29576

Between Murrells Inlet & Pawleys Island, 843-235-6000, The oldest and largest sculpture garden in the United States, this spectacular garden is a National Historic Landmark and features over 550 sculptures, all created by American artists and all veiled by centuries-old live oaks and more than 2,000 species of plants. A large covered space for changing exhibitions, a garden room for children, learning laboratories, an indoor exhibition hall, an auditorium, a cafe, and a gift shop are also located on the grounds.
 

T.I.G.E.R.S. Preservation Station
Highway 17 North
 Myrtle Beach, SC 29582,

Barefoot Landing, 843-361-4552, Abbreviated for The Institute of Greatly Endangered and Rare Species, this venue works to protect these species and serves as home to animal actors that have worked in over 500 films, television shows, commercials, and advertisements worldwide. See Bengal, Siberian, and Royal White Bengal tigers, as well as the Golden Tabby tiger, the rarest in the world, while visiting this unique place and visit the history and learning center and talk to knowledgeable trainers. Gift shop items and private photo sessions are available.
 

Waccatee Zoo
8500 Enterprise Road
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
843-650-8500

Nestled on over 50 acres of beautiful wooded property, this privately owned, nature themed zoo features over 100 species of animals and includes a picnic area, a snack bar, and a gift shop.

Tours & Cruises

Art Henry's Myrtle Beach Adventures
3001 North Kings Highway, Suite 139
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-449-1523

This motorcoach company offers customized tours, as well as Christmas packages, Family Reunion Adventures, Myrtle Beach March Madness packages, Mystery Adventures, and Golf packages at a choice of over 90 of the area's finest courses.
 

Carolina Safari Jeep Tours
843-497-5330

Picks up at most Myrtle Beach area Resorts.  Featured in publications such as Southern Living, Golf Magazine, Family Circle, and TravelHost Magazine, this fun filled adventure for all ages allows guest to climb aboard customized Jeeps that seat 12-14 passengers for a three and a half tour full of history, nature, and wildlife.
 

Grayline of Myrtle Beach
708 Main Street
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-448-9483
800-261-5991

Full service sightseeing tour company that offers customized bus tours of the Myrtle Beach area, Georgetown, and Charleston, as well as transportation and destination management services.
 

Great American Riverboat Company
Barefoot Landing
843-650-6600

Climb on board one of three luxurious riverboats at the Waccatee Zoo or Barefoot Landing for narrated and sightseeing tours, or dinner and dancing cruises with live entertainment. Private charters are available for weddings, group tours, birthdays, anniversaries, and family reunions, all with quality service and fine dining and bar service.
 

Palmetto Tour & Travel
813-B Bay Street
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-626-2431

Offering year round service, this full receptive operator company specializes in group tours and destination management with tour packages including customized tours with guides, accommodations, restaurants, shows, and activities.
 

Ripley's Haunted Adventure
915 North Ocean Boulevard
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-916-4240

Take an unbelievably scary, spine-tingling tour of the old Grimsby & Streaper Casket Company, a company that had been run by two men until they mysteriously disappeared in 1891.
 

Sea Thunder
850 North Sandpiper Club Drive,
Myrtle Beach, SC 28486
Sunset Beach, 843-280-2400

Cruise along the scenic Intracoastal Waterway to view Bird Island celebrity homes and dolphins in their natural habitat then roar into the ocean and along the Grand Strand aboard this beautiful and fast cruise boat that also offers spectacular dinner cruises. All captains are trained by the U. S. Coast Guard.
 

Tour Depot
3926 Wesley Street, Suite 303,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
843-236-5782,


Serving Myrtle Beach and the surrounding area, this destination management company offers customized tours, itinerary planning, hotel accommodations, restaurant reservations, and attraction bookings.
 

Unusual Tours
3942 Highway 17 Bypass,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29576,
Murrell's Inlet, 843-651-1212,

Tour the Intracoastal Waterway and local rivers aboard amphibious vehicles that drive into the water and become boats. All vessels are fully certified by the U. S. Coast Guard and the professional guides on board discuss the history, mystery, and ecology of the area. Lunch and dinner tours are also available.

Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries

La Belle Amie Vineyard
1120 St. Joseph Road,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29566,
Little River, 843-399-WINE,

Formerly a tobacco plantation, this is the only vineyard in the area and visitors can sample wonderful private labels, French imported wines, and gourmet foods in the tasting room. The gift shop offers wine accessories, gift baskets, sauces, relishes, and flavored cooking oils. Special events are held year-round including "Sunsets at the Vineyard" with live music every Wednesday.

Cinema

Carmike Cinemas
1175 Celebrity Circle,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-445-1616

Broadway at the Beach, Enjoy a night of entertainment with the entire family at this cinema that shows first-run Hollywood movies and features more screens than any other theater in the area.
 

Ripley's 3-D Moving Theater
917 North Ocean Boulevard,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-626-0069

Three moving simulator theaters featuring giant screens with high impact films, 3-dimensional pictures, surround sound systems, and computer controlled hydraulic seats make the seats move in synchronization with the screen at this unique theater where visitors will feel every bump, dip and turn.
 

IMAX Discovery Theater
Twenty-first Avenue North & Highway 17 Bypass,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Broadway at the Beach, Experience cutting-edge cinematic technology on four to eight story screens at this wonderful theater that features peripheral images and stadium seating that put you "into the action". Group rates and theater rentals are available., 843-448-IMAX

Night Life

Bowery, The
110 Nineth Avenue North
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-626-3445

 Established over 50 years ago, the popular night spot has live music nightly and features a "Member of the Year" drawing to win a Harley Davidson Motorcycle. Souvenirs are available.
 

Celebrations Nitelife
1320 Celebrity Circle,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-444-3500

Broadway at the Beach, One cover charge gives you access to these four hot night clubs, ranging from casual to upscale, with live entertainment and recorded dance music provided.
 

Attic, The
812 North Ocean Boulevard
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-913-5200

Myrtle Beach Pavilion, Myrtle Beach's only "under-21" club that features the hottest DJs playing top 40 dance tunes with state-of-the-art lighting and sound. Nationally known acts also perform at this club.

Concerts & Performances

Carolina Opry
8901-A Highway 17 North,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
843-913-4000, 800-843-6779

Winner of every top state award, including the "Governor's Cup" and the "Most Outstanding Attraction," this opry theatre offers captivating shows for to suit everyone's tastes including premier shows that feature rock, Broadway, gospel, dance, and comedy.
 

Long Bay Symphony
1551 Twenty-First Avenue North, Suite 10,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-448-8379

This symphonic society offers a variety of entertainment and education opportunities through a dedicated volunteer board and long time conductor, Dr. Charles Jones Evans. The Symphony, Youth Orchestra, and various ensembles perform over 25 concerts per year.

Plays & Productions

Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede
8901-B Highway 17 Business,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-497-9700, 800-433-4401

One of the most spectacular dinner and show venue in the area, this wonderful venue features a large theatre that seats up to 1,000 people, as well as a large show cast with horses, spectacular lighting, sound, and pyrotechnics. A hearty four-course dinner is served.
 

Medieval Times
2904 Fantasy Way,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
843-236-4635, 800-436-4386

Fantasy Harbour, Enjoy a hearty four-course feast while you step back to the 11th century to experience pageantry, romance, daring horsemanship, sword fighting, hand-to-hand combat, and authentic jousting at this very unique venue. The gift shop carries collectibles, suits of armor, swords, and jewelry.
 

Ice Castle Theatre
2924 Fantasy Way,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
843-236-2200

 Fantasy Harbour, See dazzling performances by world class champion skaters at this ice theatre that features seasonal performances including Footloose on Ice, Halloween on Ice, and Merry Christmas on Ice.
 

Palace Theatre
1420 Celebrity Circle,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-448-0588

Broadway on the Beach, Dazzling Irish dance and Latino tango rhythms combine with dynamic lighting, costumes, and choreography to create a heart stopping show called "Spirit of the Dance" that is performed at this magnificent theatre. Also featured on stage is "Lullabies of Broadway," a spectacular salute to Broadway with highlights from "My Fair Lady," "Grease," "Cats," "42nd Street," "Phantom of the Opera," and much more included in the performance.

Sporting Events

Myrtle Beach Pelicans
1251 Twenty-First Avenue North
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-918-6000

This Class A Affiliate of the Atlanta Braves plays their exciting, fun filled home games at Coastal Federal Field Stadium that features a picnic area, patio boxes, a playground, and a Pro Shop with souvenir clothing. For children, there are baseball camps, clinics, birthday parties, and autograph nights.
 

Myrtle Beach Speedway
4300 Highway 501,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
843-236-0500

Built in 1958, this racetrack has hosted such famous names as Earnhardt, Petty, Bodine, Labonte, Jarrett, and Hendrick. Guests can enjoy All Pro Series and two Hooters ProCup Races and a race the week before Thanksgiving tha draws around 100 competitors from around the Eastern Seaboard region.

Beach Ball Classic [Friday, Dec. 26, 2003]
 408 Twenty-Eighth Avenue North,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-213-0032

 Myrtle Beach Convention Center, This national basketball tournament brings together the finest high school teams and lasts for five exciting days. Teams also compete in the Academic Olympics for scholarship awards during these five days.

Special Events

Alabama Theatre
Highway 17 South,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-272-1111, 800-342-2262

 Barefoot Landing, Built by the country music band "Alabama" and Gaylord Entertainment, this astounding theatre was designed with cutting edge sound and lighting systems and offers year round shows of all kinds.