SkyWheel Myrtle Beach Tours

SkyWheel Myrtle Beach showing night scenes
SkyWheel Myrtle Beach which includes landscape views, night scenes and views
SkyWheel Myrtle Beach showing a sandy beach and a sunset
SkyWheel Myrtle Beach showing night scenes, a coastal town and rides
SkyWheel Myrtle Beach which includes night scenes


Take in panoramicviews of the Atlantic Ocean and South Carolina coastline from one of NorthAmerica’s tallest observation wheels.

Takeflight on the SkyWheel Myrtle Beach and enjoy unbeatable views of the city andgreater South Carolina coastline from one of 42 air-conditioned gondolas. TheSkyWheel is one of the main attractions on the city’s 1.2-mile (1.9-kilometer)long Oceanfront Boardwalk and Promenade.

The wheel is 187 feet(57 meters) tall at its highest point and makes three rotations during each10-12 minute ride, offering plenty of time to capture perfect photographs. Upto six people can fit in one gondola. If you wish to travel privately insmaller numbers, that can also be arranged upon request.

Foran extra-special experience, skip the line and buy tickets for the VIP Gondola.It has glass floors, leather seats and six rotations instead of the usualthree. A souvenir T-shirt is also included in the VIP package.

The SkyWheel isalways a striking feature on the city skyline but it’s at its most spectacularafter dark. More than 1 million colored LED lights fitted to the structurepulse for a nightly light show.

After dismounting,head to the adjacent LandShark Bar & Grille, one of three Myrtle Beachrestaurants owned by musician Jimmy Buffett. The spacious restaurant is on theoceanfront, so you’ll enjoy the sea breezes and water views, plus a fun,relaxed atmosphere. Head to the bar and try Buffett’s signature beer LandsharkLager or one of several signature cocktails. There are plenty of other drinkingand dining options within walking distance in both directions along North OceanBoulevard.

Next door, theLandShark SurfShack sells SkyWheel and LandShark Lager merchandise.TheSkyWheel is located on Ocean Boulevard, and is open daily. Hours of operationare subject to seasonal variations, so check the website or phone ahead.Purchase tickets at the wheel or online.

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Reviews of SkyWheel Myrtle Beach

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5/5 - Excellent

KennethR

The picture from the Skywheel camera man is on our respective refrigerators from our family tour group. Surrounding area is kinda dismal. Only that strip of road where the Skywheel sits is nice. A couple blocks in and it is open dumpsters and empty parking lots with pot heads.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Rode this years ago - it was so cool to see the whole beach from so high up!

4/5 - Good

Donna

Accidently clicked. Didn't visit.

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Jules

Get your tickets online before going, save time in line. Fair price for a beautiful AC ride/view.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Expensive and long lines

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Couldn't go here because pets not allowed

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