

If you're looking for a more relaxed, family oriented setting then North Myrtle Beach has nice facilities and a more mellow setting. The hotels can be more run down and the crowds are often looking for a party and cheap entertainment. Other attractions in Myrtle Beach include Ripley's Aquarium and the Carolina Opry.Ĭentral Myrtle Beach is one of the more crowded and older areas to visit. There are many shops, restaurants, and the Alabama Theatre and House of Blues in the area. It is worth spending some time in this area, just to see all of the action.īarefoot Landing runs along the Intracoastal Waterway between 48th Avenue South and Route 17. Broadway at the Beach has a high concentration of bars, clubs, shops and an aquarium. If you've had your fill of the beach then there is no shortage of other entertainment options in the area. Many people choose to spend their time relaxing in the sand and soaking up some sun. The beach is the obvious attraction in the area. Hurricane season can create unpredictable weather during the late summer and fall months, but if you're lucky with weather, then this can be a great time to visit when the crowds are less and the prices are lower. It is even possible to take a pleasant dip in the ocean through most of October. Warmed by the Gulf Stream, the water temperature is very comfortable from mid spring through late fall. Winter is a calmer time to visit but many restaurants and entertainment venues close during the low season. Summer months, holidays, and spring break can be particularly crowded. While you're not going to find yourself alone here, you will find the crowds are a little thinner. If you want a little more peace and quiet, consider heading to the nearby Huntington Beach State Park. Myrtle Beach and the surrounding areas are informally referred to as "The Grand Strand." It's easily the most visited beach in the area, and on a warm day you'll be hard pressed to find a place to put down your towel on the sand. If you're looking for a natural, relaxed beach destination, Myrtle Beach is not your best option, but if you're looking for the thrills of club hopping, wonderful food options, and souvenir shopping opportunities, then Myrtle Beach is where it's at. It's also well known as a golfing destination, and it has some wonderful seafood restaurants and shopping areas. It's a popular spring break destination for college kids and there is no shortage of hotels and entertainment options along the beach front. Myrtle Beach is one of the most popular and touristy beach destinations on the South Atlantic coast.
