Myrtle Beach, SC

Travel Guide

Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach

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

Find the best Myrtle Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about 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 Family Kingdom Amusement Park 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 Dunes Golf and Beach Club or Myrtle Beach Beaches.

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 Ripley's Aquarium and Broadway at the Beach.

Golden Mile

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Myrtle Beach - N Kings Hwy

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Myrtle Beach - N Kings Hwy

3 out of 5
4709 N Kings Hwy Myrtle Beach SC
$83 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
$94 total
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,667 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful checking me in when I had a problem booking from my phone. The breakfast was well above what others offer. Room was very clean. I would stay there again choosing them first above others."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Myrtle Beach - N Kings Hwy
Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort

Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort

3 out of 5
803 S Ocean Blvd Myrtle Beach SC
$141 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
$160 total
Jun 23 - Jun 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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,157 reviews)
"The room is extremely dated and very small."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort
Coral Beach Resort and Suites

Coral Beach Resort and Suites

3.5 out of 5
1105 S Ocean Blvd Myrtle Beach SC
$172 nightly
The price is $189 total per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
$189 total
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,272 reviews)
"We had a corner view that overlooked a pool/waterpark that was rundown and Dirty across the street. Other than that, our day was OK."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Coral Beach Resort and Suites
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,157 reviews)
"The room is extremely dated and very small."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort
Palette Resort Myrtle Beach

Palette Resort Myrtle Beach

3 out of 5
703 S Ocean Blvd Myrtle Beach SC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
5.8/10 (690 reviews)
"They are renovating so everything is a mess. Rooms old, air-condition barely worked, front desk at check-in didn't give any information about the property, can't get to a floor from the ground floor that leads to beach unless you have an acess code for the elevator, only 1 person fit on balcony. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Palette Resort Myrtle Beach
Coral Beach Resort and Suites

Coral Beach Resort and Suites

3.5 out of 5
1105 S Ocean Blvd Myrtle Beach SC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Myrtle Beach. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,272 reviews)
"We had a corner view that overlooked a pool/waterpark that was rundown and Dirty across the street. Other than that, our day was OK."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Coral Beach Resort and Suites
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.

Best time to visit

The highlight of Myrtle Beach is, of course, its beautiful beach, so visit at a time when you will be able to get the most out of this lovely stretch of coast. The weather is at its best between March and September, the peak tourist season in the city. Keep in mind that June through November is hurricane season, although you may well not experience any storms even if you visit in these months.

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