Myrtle Beach, SC

Travel Guide

A wooden pier with a view of the beach and city skyline.
A pier extending into the ocean with colorful lights and flags.
A sandy beach with gentle waves and footprints.
A Ferris wheel, a hotel, and a boardwalk with palm trees.
A large white house with green shutters, a porch, and a brick archway.

For family days on the beach, a week of golf with friends or exploring and playing in the town’s attractions, this South Carolina beach town is superb.

From white sands to Broadway to endless golf, enjoy all of Myrtle Beach’s myriad attractions. Myrtle Beach, the beach, stretches for 60 miles (100 kilometers) along the Atlantic Ocean. Play Frisbee and volleyball, sunbathe, make sandcastles and find sections with wheelchair accessibility.

Stroll along the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk for shopping, attractions and views over the ocean. Take a flight in the SkyWheel enclosed gondolas and gaze out at hotels along the beach and Pier 14’s restaurant over the water.

South of the town center is Myrtle Beach State Park. Fish from the long Springmaid Pier, swim, watch for birds and bike or ride horseback on its trails. Camp overnight to gaze at the stars.

Broadway at the Beach is a 350-acre (140-hectare) complex of entertainment, shopping, dining, unique attractions and special events. See a tribute performance at Legends in Concert. The Palace Theatre Myrtle Beach features live entertainment from Broadway musicals to local holiday celebrations. Visit a comedy club or bars and nightclubs with live entertainment. Choose from dozens of cafés, restaurants and snack shops for varied food and drink.

Attractions at the Broadway center include mini-golf and ziplining over the lake. Play laser-tag, land a NASA space shuttle or ride a 360-degree virtual roller coaster at WonderWorks. Look for souvenirs and necessities at more than 70 retail shops. Watch the Myrtle Beach Pelicans play baseball.

Stretching from Pawleys Island and Murrells Inlet to North Myrtle Beach are more than 100 golf courses. Plan a week of double-play days on fairways designed by great golf architects and never visit the same course. Alternatively, select a single golf and spa resort for an all-in-one experience of leisure and luxury.

Fly to the Myrtle Beach International Airport, just a 10-minute drive from the town center. Visit in March for the Myrtle Beach Marathon, May for Myrtle Beach Bike Week, June for Carolina Country Music Festival or throughout the year for other special events.

Where to stay in Myrtle Beach

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Downtown Myrtle Beach

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Myrtle Beach is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out SkyWheel Myrtle Beach and Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place.

The Dunes

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

Arcadian Shores

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

Central Myrtle Beach

Though Central Myrtle Beach might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Broadway at the Beach and Myrtlewood Golf Club.

Golden Mile

Though Golden Mile might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Broadway at the Beach and Myrtle Beach Beaches.

Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort

Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort

3 out of 5
803 S Ocean Blvd Myrtle Beach SC
$91 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$103 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort
Westgate Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort

Westgate Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort

3.5 out of 5
415 S. Ocean Blvd. Myrtle Beach SC
$110 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$122 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,343 reviews)
"The property is in good location. Staff is very nice and helpful. My only complaint is the carpet in hallway is dirty and smells."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2026

Westgate Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort
Compass Cove Resort

Compass Cove Resort

3 out of 5
2311 S. Ocean Blvd Myrtle Beach SC
$100 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
$113 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Compass Cove Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort

Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort

3 out of 5
803 S Ocean Blvd Myrtle Beach SC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort
Compass Cove Resort

Compass Cove Resort

3 out of 5
2311 S. Ocean Blvd Myrtle Beach SC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Compass Cove Resort
Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark

Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark

3 out of 5
Myrtle Beach SC
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,808 reviews)
"I liked that it was right by the beach and very convenient to places to eat and play golf."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Getting around Myrtle Beach

Ideally, you should aim to rent a car in Myrtle Beach if you can. This will give you the freedom to explore the city at your own pace and go on excursions further afield. The main stretch of coast in the city itself is too long to be easily walkable. However, you can still get around without a car. Take a taxi, or use the local bus network, the Coast RTA. It travels to key locations in the area. Visit the Waccamaw Coast Regional Transportation AuthorityOpens in a new window website.Browse Myrtle Beach rental cars.

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