Myrtle Beach is a major tourist destination and the central focus of the Grand Strand coast of South Carolina. It is widely known for its wide beaches, numerous golf courses, seafood restaurants, and outlet-style shopping, as well as one of the highest concentrations of miniature golf courses you'll find anywhere.
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One aspect of Myrtle Beach that is less-than hospitable are its roads. A tourist may find the style of driving in Myrtle Beach to be aggressive, reckless and hard to manage. Myrtle Beach has one of the highest accident rates in the state, due in part to its impatient drivers and oddly-placed roads. If you must drive, plan ahead - if you are going a short distance (under five miles), then take one of the main roads that runs adjacent to the beach.
The namesake of Myrtle Beach is, of course, the beach. During the high season the beach can be crowded and parking scarce. Staying at a beachfront hotel or within walking distance can make for a more pleasant visit. For those on a budget, however, don't fret - the beach is still public, although you may have to fight for a spot during the day. Never underestimate the beauty of the shoreline at sunrise, when the sands are basically abandoned, the temperature modest, and the seashells from the night before have yet to be picked. 1 Broadway at the Beach, 1325 Celebrity Cir, ☏ +1 843 444 3200. A huge cluster of bars, nightlife, shops, a movie theater, an aquarium, and even a zip line.
1 The Pavilion Park, 1171 Celebrity Circle, ☏ +1 843-779-2967, thepavilionpark@gmail.com. M-Th 4-8PM, F M-11PM, Sa noon-11PM, Su noon-8PM. Amusement park. New rides and nostalgia rides. $1.75 single ticket, $38.50 all day pass (Dec 2021). 2 Family Kingdom Amusement Park, 300 S Ocean Blvd (By Car or By bus, Coast RTA, By taxi), ☏ +1 843 626-3447. All day ride wristband $32.95 (Dec 2021), Ride tickets $1.15 ea (3-5 tickets per ride), $9 parking. Water Park (closed as of Dec 2021 due to Covid-19) ̩ $9.95 if added to a ride pass, or $19.95 alone. 3 Myrtle Waves Water Park, 3000 Mr. Joe White Ave, ☏ +1 843-913-9250, info@myrtlewaves.com. (updated May 2020), 4 Skywheel.
1 Burky's Grill, 4001 North Kings Hwy, ☏ +1 843 626-2888. 1950s style diner. 2 Extreme Pizza Myrtle Beach, 1310 Celebrity Circle, ☏ +1 843-808-9747. Brick oven pizza. 3 Athen's Pizza, 5419 Dick Pond Rd, ☏ +1 843 650-0044. 4 Fiesta Mexicana, 410 70th Ave N, ☏ +1 843-497-2781. Standard quality Mexican food with a lively environment. $10-18 person. (updated Aug 2016) 5 Mexico Lindo, 2801 N Kings Hwy, ☏ +1 843-626-4566. Mexican food. 6 Blueberry's Grill Myrtle Beach, 7931 N Kings Hwy, Unit #140, ☏ +1 843-945-4588. Open daily, 6:30AM–3PM. Grill restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch, as well as brunch cocktails. (updated Sep 2025) 7 Mr. Fish Seafood Market & Grill, 6307 N.
1 Atlas Tap House, 1004 Chester St, ☏ +1 843-945-9122. M-F 4PM-2 AM, Sa Su 11AM-2AM. This reformed house is a favorite haunt of local hipsters, surfers, and beer lovers. Great drinks. Fair food. It sits business laden side streets downtown. Easy to miss if you're not looking for it. (updated Aug 2016)
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In Jul, Myrtle Beach typically sees ~32°C daytime highs and 25 rainy days.
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