What are the nearest attractions to Grand Strand?

Attractions near Grand Strand: Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach Hard Rock Cafe Myrtle Beach Broadway at the Beach

What else should I know about attractions in Myrtle Beach?

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Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach - What To Know BEFORE You Go

Grand Strand

Free admission

The Grand Strand comprises 60 miles (100 kilometers of uninterrupted sandy beach along the South Carolina Coast. A majority of the area’s 14 million annual visitors come for the boardwalks, beaches, amusement parks, and mini golf courses of Myrtle Beach, while Murrells Inlet serves as the region’s culinary capital.

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Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

The basics

The Grand Strand ranks among the most popular areas of South Carolina for good reason—there’s fun for just about any type of traveler. While the sandy shores are a major draw, the entire stretch of coastline is dotted with resorts, golf courses (some of the best golfing in the state), and small towns. Myrtle Beach represents the most developed area of the Grand Strand, with a ton to see and do in a relatively small area. Visitors looking for a sleepier beach vacation can opt for a stay in Garden City, Surfside, or Little River instead. The historic town of Georgetown was one of the first European settlements in North America.

Things to know before you go

The Grand Strand is one of South Carolina’s top destinations for families, but it’s also popular with couples.
Don’t forget to pack a bathing suit, beach towel, and sunscreen for a day in the sand.
Book your Myrtle Beach attraction tickets ahead of time to skip lines at ticket offices and maximize your fun time.

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State Parks of the Grand Strand

The Grand Strand area of South Carolina is home to two excellent state parks. Myrtle Beach State Park protects an area of maritime forest, where visitors can hike a nature trail or enjoy some of the best surf fishing in the state. At Huntington Beach State Park, go bird-watching, see nesting loggerhead turtles in their natural environment, tour the former winter home of Anna Hyatt Huntington, or visit the nearby Brookgreen Gardens.