Awesome Things to Do In Myrtle Beach on a Family Holiday

Its sunny climate, warm waters, and sandy beaches make Myrtle Beach, in South Carolina, the perfect destination for a family vacation year-round.

With mild winters and humid summers, there are many indoor and outdoor activities to explore in “The Beach”, as locals called it.

Here are the top things to do in Myrtle Beach for a fun-filled family holiday.

Fun things to do in Myrtle Beach when traveling with kids

For families traveling to Myrtle Beach with children, there are several attractions worth checking out.

family Have fun Myrtle Beach — Having fun in Myrtle Beach

Some parks close during January for maintenance, but you will always find one open.

Amusement Parks

There are many amusement parks to choose from.

Family Kingdom Amusement Park

Address: 300 4th Avenue South, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Right on the seaside, easy access and Rides include Twist & Shout rollercoaster.

Ticket prices start at $32,95 for all-day unlimited rides or $1,15 per individual ride.

FunPlex Myrtle Beach

Address: 1405 North Ocean Blvd. Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Rides include Hook & Slice, Up & Overboard, Sky Velocity or Silly Cups.
The park will re-open mid-March.

Tickets range from $29 per person for unlimited rides, to $89 per person for a seasonal pass.

The Track

Address: on Myrtle beach, next to the Original Benjamin’s Calabash Seafood.

A mix of family rides such as Spinning Coaster, 2 elevated go-cart tracks, and arcade games, for the whole family.

Prices from $15 for a 115 points card to $50 for 250 points card. Opened daily from February.

Savannah’s Playground

Address: 3640 Emmens Avenue, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

A long-time favorite among kids in Myrtle Beach, it is centrally located at the Market Common. You can find an interactive playground, ropes, a music park, and a picnic area.

Specialty museums

Special museums around Myrtle Beach can keep the kids busy and happy even on a rainy day.

The Hollywood Wax Museum

Address: 1808 21st Ave. N. Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Tickets: one ticket for three attractions at $36,99.

It is the 4th wax museum owned by Spooney Singh’s descendants. Visitors can get snapshots of the wax figure of their favorite star or sports star.

You can even rent props to make the photos more exciting.

On the lower level of the Wax Museum, you will find the Hannah Maze of Mirrors.

The Wheels of Yesterday Museum

Address: 413 Hospitality Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC

An amazing museum for anyone into cars, the Wheels of Yesterday vintage car museum has a wide collection of old muscle cars.

Every winter, the museum re-organizes cars and there is always something new to discover, even if you are a return visitor to Myrtle Beach.

They also run a Santa drive for local kids to get inside the vintage cars.

The Pinball Museum

This is a non-profit museum where you can play with the machines continuously.
Guests can find classic pinballs, such as the Elton John 1976, to Indiana Jones.
In total, there are about 25 pinball machines so you will need a reservation, to play at one.
A contribution of $12 goes to donations.

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Best things to do in Myrtle Beach for art lovers

There is an artsy feel to Myrtle Beach, with art-themed restaurants, galleries, an art museum, and artist’s community workshops.

Here are a few options for your bucket list.

Museums and galleries

Myrtle Beach Art Museum

Location: close to the Market Common

Also called the Simeon B. Chapin Museum, it curates works from local artists and regional and national artists in more than 11 permanent galleries.

The museum also offers occasional workshops, talk shows, and family days.

Island Art Gallery

Located in the Village Shops, Pawleys Island, this gallery features works from around 25 member artists and also offers educational classes, such as painting, jewelry-making or

Location: 10744 Ocean Hwy, Pawleys Island, SC 29585, down on the coast from Myrtle Beach

Seacoast Artists Gallery

You will find this gallery on the first floor of The Market Common. It has a great range of art from local artists and art classes.

Cultural events

It is easy to find group stage musicals, stand-up comedies, or shows in Myrtle Beach.

Its vibrant community always has something to offer, for example, the Jazz Café or the Elton John Tribute Show.

Theatres and show
Motown Tribute Show
Dancing Queen, the music of ABBA
Legends in Concert

Do not forget the foodies: tasty meal options in Myrtle Beach

The Grand Stand in Myrtle Beach is the place to go for a wide choice of restaurants, calabash seafood, pancake parlors and other specialties.

Breakfast places: from croissants to quiche or French toast, there is something for everyone.
Seafood and sushi: you can find fresh seafood everywhere in Myrtle Beach. Actually, the town is a major seafood capital. Try Myrtle Beach Buffet, Benjamin’s Calabash, or Pier 14 Lounge.
Family dining choices: kids will want to come back to Myrtle, with such a wide range of pizza, burger, and steak places.

Food festivals: the Blue Crab Festival that takes place in Little River, close to Myrtle Beach can be a highlight of your trip. If you are visiting on May 20th, make sure to have it on your list.

If you are traveling with your pet, there are a number of pet-friendly restaurants to accommodate you during your stay.

Things to do in Myrtle Beach in winter

Is there such a thing as winter in Myrtle Beach? From January to March, temperatures vary around 33° F to 59° F. However you will find plenty of options to keep yourself busy.

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Ocean swimming

March and April are still cold for ocean swimming, but there are great months to linger on the sunny sandy beach. The actual “beach season” starts at the end of April and runs through late October. It can get busy in summer.

Interesting Fact – Myrtle Beach or “The Beach” is the hub of several beaches along 60 miles of the coast.

You can check swimming advisories on every local beach and there is also signage to help you and your family safe.

Indoors swimming

Most hotels and resorts have indoor heated pools and facilities.

This is the case for the following resorts.

The Landmark Resort: you can find an indoor pool, a kid section, a lazy river for kids and adults, and a dolphin fountain.

The Breaker Resort: with five water slides, an indoor waterpark, and an indoor pool, it is a favorite with winter visitors.

1,2- mile oceanfront boardwalk

Winter or early spring days are perfect for walking along the impressive oceanfront boardwalk built in 2010.

During the day, it is mostly sunny and you can follow the sand from 14th Avenue to the 2nd Avenue Piers without interruption. Note that the boardwalk is police patrolled at night.

Embrace new heights; jump on the Myrtle Beach Sky Wheel

Located on the ocean boardwalk, the Sky Wheel is an observation deck standing 200 feet above Myrtle Beach. Views from the private gondolas will take your breath away.

Tickets are available for sunrise rides that come with free coffee & pastries.

If you want to splurge book one of the four VIP cabins with luxurious Ferrari leather seats. The VIP tickets cost $54,99, and for children, $35,99.

Golfing

A good alternative to swimming and watersports in Myrtle Beach is golfing. Should you be traveling with enthusiastic golfers, take the opportunity to visit some courses.

Among the closest to Myrtle Beach, you will find Surf Golf & Beach Club, River Hills Golf & country club, and the Grande Dunes Golf Club.

Myrtle Beach is well known for its numerous golf courses. There are about a hundred championship courses in the area designed by celebrities such as Arnold Palmer.

Some of these courses earned the title “Top 100 Public Courses in America”, so make sure to check them out.

Billiards

Location: 1220 Moser Drive, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

810 Billiards and Bowling: this indoor facility has several branches, including Market Common, North Myrtle Beach, and Conway. The location of Market Common is wide, with 14 bowling lanes and 6 billiard tables, with a fun and casual atmosphere where everyone can relax and have a good time.