Hit These 5 Spots on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

February 27, 2023
7:17 pm

Finish this sentence: When I’m on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, I love to _____.

You could plug in a ton of fun activities. It’s 1.2 miles of diversion, from the pier at 2nd Avenue North to the one at 14th Avenue North. It’s a staple of any Grand Strand visit and has been for years.

Here are five things you could do on your next trip here.

1. Take the teens to Ground Zero

Bring your teenagers to this safe, interactive space. Your kids will encounter extraordinary people and make lifetime memories. And you’ll love the mission. This faith-based venue features live music and groups relevant to teen life.

ADVICE: Before you go, challenge the gang at Myrtle Beach Room Escape nearby. The Wizard of Oz theme gets high praise!

2. Consider shopping at Gay Dolphin Gift Cove

Any Myrtle Beach nut will have a blast in this historic shop. It’s many levels of beach kitsch and souvenirs that are easy to get lost in! If you’re planning to shop one place on the Grand Strand, this place is it.

ADVICE: Budget $5 (or $10) for everyone in your family to buy a gift for someone else. Like secret Santa, only secret Gay Dolphin. It’s an adventure.

3. See the sights from the Myrtle Beach SkyWheel

Increase your ability to take the perfect shot of Myrtle Beach! Ride one of the tallest observation wheels in the country. It’s climate controlled, so no matter when you ride, you’ll do so in comfort!

ADVICE: Level up and try the VIP Flight. Skip the line and board the VIP gondola. This luxury accommodation features four Ferrari leather bucket seats and a more extended flight.

4. Stop for a drink

You need not look too far for a cold beverage on the Boardwalk. Choose from more than 100 bottled or on tap beers, plus frozen cocktails, at 8th Avenue Tiki Bar. Or order a Blue Motorcycle from Sharky’s Bar & Grill.

ADVICE: Stay and enjoy the view and atmosphere, wherever you stop. The Boardwalk has some charismatic establishments, so soak it all in.

5. Hit Ripley’s Haunted Adventure

The details and effects of this haunted attraction will stay with you for a while! Beware of ghosts, zombies, and other creepy entities that await you at every turn. Actors, animatronics, and special effects make this a doozy of a trip.

ADVICE: After all the thrills, relax at a short walk to the beach. Toss out a blanket and relax at the biggest attraction on the Grand Strand.

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