Things to do in Myrtle Beach

Wow, just look at that photo, you could stand and stare at a view like that for hours couldn’t you? But hold on, there are tons more things to do at Myrtle Beach than to stand and stare, whatever the time of day. Take a good look by all means, but don’t miss out on many of the other great activities which will surround you on your visit to Myrtle Beach.

Myrtle Beach Beach

No, I’m not repeating myself exactly, but with over sixty miles of sandy beaches at Myrtle Beach, the beach is going to be a large part of your vacation. So what’s your thing? There’s plenty going on:

• Boating – lots of boating action, including fun for the whole family with banana boat rides – hold on tight!
• Fishing – anyone who knows anything about fishing in Myrtle Beach will tell you that you can catch some of the largest and most prized fish right here – and that’s no fisherman’s tale about the “one that got away”!
• Kayaking
• Surfing – ride those waves cowboy.
• Wind Surfing – careful with that one, if you get the hang of it one way don’t forget that you’ve got to turn around to get back!
• Para-sailing – hey, I can see our house from up here.
• Scuba diving – if you don’t want to actually catch the fish, at least you can join them for a swim!

Myrtle Beach Amusement and Water Parks

Now, with 60 miles of sandy beaches you’d think there was enough water at Myrtle Beach, but they also have some terrific water parks where you can have hours of fun in your bathing suit, without getting sand in those annoying little places. With fantastic rides and slides you’re sure to have a splashing good time. When you feel like drying out why not venture into some of the other terrific attractions

• Ripley’s Attractions – you won’t be able to believe your eyes
• Family Kingdom Amusement Park
• Family Kingdom Oceanfront Water Park
• Battleship North Carolina

to mention but a few.

Myrtle Beach Festivals and Events

Myrtle Beach is a very popular venue which hosts lots of local festivals and events, and many of them are free! Can’t get much better than that can you? Why not time your trip so that you can join in with some of the festivities.

• Music Festivals
• Concerts beneath the stars – don’t forget your blanket
• Arts and Craft Fairs
• Professional Baseball Games
• Professional Basketball Games
• Kids Festivities
• Cultural Celebrations

Myrtle Beach Golf

There’s no shortage of brilliant golf courses at Myrtle Beach, so whether you fancy a round of crazy golf with the kids, a bit of  “pitch and putt” or trying your hand at one of the championship standard courses designed by the likes of Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer or Greg Norman, Myrtle Beach is a great place to visit for golfers of all standards. You can even book a golf package for your trip to Myrtle Beach, if you’re absolutely golf bonkers.

Other Stuff to do in Myrtle Beach

As if that wasn’t enough to be going along with, there’s tons more stuff that you can do at Myrtle Beach. The shopping is terrific, there’s no shortage of night-life, casinos, marvelous restaurants. There really is everything you could ever need for a fun filled vacation at Myrtle Beach.

Be sure to visit nearby Congaree National Park  in South Carolina