Myrtle Beach is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the United States. Nicknamed “The Grand Strand,” it is located on 60 miles of incredible, continuous beaches. Nearly 15 million visitors flock to the area each year to enjoy the sun, sand, sea, and endless options of fabulous Myrtle Beach attractions. A favorite venue for spring breakers, honeymooners, family reunions, and retirees, there is never a shortage of exciting things to do in Myrtle Beach near Barefoot Resort Rentals. Featuring thousands of local attractions including shows, concerts, sporting events, sightseeing, museums, cruising casinos, and world-class resorts and spas, there is truly something for everyone.
The 5 Best Myrtle Beach Attractions
So little time and so much to do is the problem most visitors face when visiting the Grand Strand. Among Myrtle Beach attractions are 200 stellar golf courses including 50 mini-golf parks, 1,600 restaurants, water sports, nightclubs, theme parks, and it is home to the largest shopping district in the southeastern U.S. To help narrow down the “Must Do List” a bit we have developed our recommended “Top 5 Attractions,” visitors to Myrtle Beach shouldn’t miss.
1. The Beach
The waterfront at Myrtle Beach is nothing short of spectacular. It offers an endless stretch of pristine sand, the magic of the crystal blue ocean, occasional dolphin sightings, and terrific people-watching. Regardless of the location, lazing outside your hotel, gazing from a pier, or roaming through Myrtle Beach State Park, the natural sights offered by this environmental gem are priceless.
2. Myrtle Beach Skywheel
Rising 200 feet above sea level and featuring 42 glass gondolas the iconic Skywheel thrills riders with an unobstructed view for miles! The high-flying experience transports guests up to 20 towering stories over the Atlantic Ocean. Open year-round, the Skywheel is fully accessible and climate-controlled, promising a unique, memorable experience for young and old.
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3. Boardwalk and Promenade
The Boardwalk and Promenade stretch 1.2 miles along the oceanfront in the heart of the Grand Strand. The $6.4 billion-dollar development is by design a “meandering oceanfront park.” Home of the Skywheel, arcades, restaurants, bars, festivals, gift shops, stunning landscaping, and one magnificent ocean-scape, it’s no wonder publications like National Geographic and Travel and Leisure rank the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade as one of the top boardwalks in the world!
4. Ripley’s Aquarium
Ripley’s Aquarium provides visitors with an up-close-and-personal experience with thousands of sea creatures. Located in the Broadway-by-the-Beach entertainment complex just minutes away from our North Myrtle Beach rentals, the Aquarium delivers an adventurous underwater tour. From colorful schools of tropical fish to barracudas, giant sharks, and mermaids, Ripley’s Aquarium never fails to educate, entertain, and delight.
5. Barefoot Landing
Among the best Myrtle Beach attractions providing the opportunity to unwind in a quaint dockside atmosphere is Barefoot Landing. The village boasts shops, restaurants, bars, an amphitheater, and amusements. Barefoot Landing is part of the East Coast Greenway, a 3,000-mile trail connecting Florida to Maine.