Overview
North Myrtle Beach is a small town in South Carolina with approximately 15,000 residents. North Myrtle Beach proudly has two claims to fame. It is the birthplace of South Carolina's state dance, the shag. It is also the hometown of Vanna White of "Wheel of Fortune" fame.
1 sights · 6 things to do · 3 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 8 places to stay
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Best things about North Myrtle Beach
Barefoot Landing
Lots of shops, eateries, steakhouses and a brewery, a reptile park, and the Alabama Theatre and House of Blues, which offer live entertainment nightly. Kid favorites are the carousel and fish feeding along with weekly fi…
Cherry Grove Beach
OD Pavilion - Sunset Grill
Events center and where shag dancing used to take place.
Hawaiian Rumble Miniature Golf
A 50-foot (15 m) volcano erupts at various times during your time at the course. Hawaiian Rumble plays host to the annual U.S. Pro-Mini-Golf Masters Championship.
Myrtle Beach Golf Authority
Myrtle Beach Golf Authority helps you quickly create a unique golf package for your upcoming vacation. We tailor our packages to your specific requests, based on how many days and rounds you want to play, the quality of …
Azalea Sands Golf Club
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 36°F. Very hot (Jul) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Sep and Aug. (climate data from nearby Wilmington)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- MYR Myrtle Beach International Airport, Myrtle Beach — 17 mi away (major hub). Directions
- ILM Wilmington International Airport, Wilmington — 54 mi away. Directions
The major area airport is [https://www.flymyrtlebeach.com/ Myrtle Beach International] (MYR). Located about 15 miles (24 km) south of the North Myrtle Beach border and east of Bypass Hwy. 17, it is served by the following airlines: Delta, Spirit, United, and U.S. Air. Direct flights may be difficult to find depending on the season, but flying to a major hub such as Atlanta then taking a short hop to the area should not be a problem.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Barefoot Landing, Hawaiian Rumble Miniature Golf
- Lunch AARIV Indian Cuisine
- Afternoon Azalea Sands Golf Club, Beachwood Golf Club
- Dinner Blueberry's Grill North Myrtle Beach
- Evening House of Blues
Day 2
- Morning Cherry Grove Beach, Myrtle Beach Golf Authority
- Lunch SeaBlue
- Afternoon OD Pavilion - Sunset Grill
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
There's definitely a wide variety of restaurants in North Myrtle Beach. One of the favored Italian restaurants is [https://umbertos.com/ Umbertos Pittsburgh Italian Trattoria] located in Barefoot Landing. With authentic cuisine, a continental atmosphere and reasonable pricing you'll be swept away. Or try [https://www.martininmb.com/ Martini's Continental Dining & Piano Bar] for some fun! At Barefoot Landing you'll also find [https://gregnormanaustraliangrille.com/ Greg Norman Australian Grille] overlooking the beautiful Intracoastal Waterway with spectacular sunset views. [https://logansroadhouse.com/locations/us/sc/North-Myrtle-Beach/4511-Highway-17-South/ Logan's Roadhouse] is a locals favorite for casual dining. The food and service are super for the price. For some down-home southern cooking, try the Cracker Barrel. Whatever you're hungry for, you'll find it in North Myrtle Beach.
Cuisine (tap to filter)
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Understand
Prior to incorporation in 1968 North Myrtle Beach consisted of the individual towns of Cherry Grove Beach, Ocean Drive Beach, Crescent Beach, and Windy Hill Beach. It is part of the Grand Strand, and usually advertised along with Myrtle Beach on the whole. Once there however, you'll see that it has a distinctly separate personality of its own. More laid back than its "big sister" you'll find that it is a close knit community with lots of community involvement, pride and spirit. There is more of a true family atmosphere and a less transient feel in the area.
Closer to the North Carolina border, commercial and residential development is not quite as advanced yet as Myrtle Beach proper since the city tries to balance that growth with quality of life for their residents. As desirable available waterfront property is rapidly disappearing however, North Myrtle Beach is also taking advantage of the current real estate market and adding marinas on the Intracoastal Waterway along with upscale housing and resort accommodations to keep up with demand.
Get in
The major area airport is [https://www.flymyrtlebeach.com/ Myrtle Beach International] (MYR). Located about 15 miles (24 km) south of the North Myrtle Beach border and east of Bypass Hwy. 17, it is served by the following airlines: Delta, Spirit, United, and U.S. Air. Direct flights may be difficult to find depending on the season, but flying to a major hub such as Atlanta then taking a short hop to the area should not be a problem.
Grand Strand Regional Airport is actually the closest airport to North Myrtle Beach, and serves mostly chartered or private flights.
From Interstate 95, the easiest way to town would be to take the exit for Hwy. 9 in Dillon, SC and continue south towards Myrtle Beach. Hwy. 9 will then merge with Hwy. 17, so just continue south on Hwy. 17 for the rest of the ride.
Vehicle travel will become easier once the direct connection from SC Hwy. 31 (Carolina Bays Parkway) via the Main Street Connector (North Myrtle Beach Connector) is completed, but funding was only approved in June, 2005 and construction has just begun. Traveling in and out for hurricane evacuations, as well as north and south along the Strand in general will be much easier once the connector is complete.
Get around
Travel around North Myrtle Beach is best done with your own or a rented vehicle. Although taxi service is available, it can be a bit expensive. Yellow Cab of North Myrtle Beach (843-420-1200) operates in the area. Livery service is also available for hire. Be sure to call ahead with your itinerary for reservations, especially when making travel arrangements for a large group.
See
See Barefoot Landing
Lots of shops, eateries, steakhouses and a brewery, a reptile park, and the Alabama Theatre and House of Blues, which offer live entertainment nightly. Kid favorites are the carousel and fish feeding along with weekly fireworks. Visitors are greeted upon arrival and receive a shopping bag that includes a discount card and list of participating merchants and a complimentary meal voucher. Schedule your arrival date with them at least one week in advance.
Do
- Besides the obvious choices of visiting the beach or playing golf, there are plenty of ways to enjoy your visit to North Myrtle Beach.
- Summer visitors enjoy watersports ranging from deep sea or sport fishing on Capt.
- Along the Intracoastal Waterway you can take scenic or dinner cruises on the Barefoot Princess.
- Family activities in the area include mini-golf venues, the arcade in the Crescent Shores section at Ocean Drive Pavilion, and a visit to Alligator Adventure.
- Live theatre includes shows at the [https://www.alabama-theatre.com/ Alabama Theatre] and the House of Blues right on Main Street.
Do Cherry Grove Beach
Golf
Do Myrtle Beach Golf Authority
Myrtle Beach Golf Authority helps you quickly create a unique golf package for your upcoming vacation. We tailor our packages to your specific requests, based on how many days and rounds you want to play, the quality of courses you are looking for, and of course the budget you are working with.
Do Azalea Sands Golf Club
Buy
- There's plenty of shopping in the area, from outlet malls to art galleries and antiquing.
- Over 64 Shops at Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach. Barefoot Landing is a shopper's paradise with everything from high fashion to surf wear and for every age and style. Name brand shops and one of a kind boutiques can be found at Barefoot Landing.
Eat
There's definitely a wide variety of restaurants in North Myrtle Beach. One of the favored Italian restaurants is [https://umbertos.com/ Umbertos Pittsburgh Italian Trattoria] located in Barefoot Landing. With authentic cuisine, a continental atmosphere and reasonable pricing you'll be swept away. Or try [https://www.martininmb.com/ Martini's Continental Dining & Piano Bar] for some fun! At Barefoot Landing you'll also find [https://gregnormanaustraliangrille.com/ Greg Norman Australian Grille] overlooking the beautiful Intracoastal Waterway with spectacular sunset views. [https://logansroadhouse.com/locations/us/sc/North-Myrtle-Beach/4511-Highway-17-South/ Logan's Roadhouse] is a locals favorite for casual dining. The food and service are super for the price. For some down-home southern cooking, try the Cracker Barrel. Whatever you're hungry for, you'll find it in North Myrtle Beach.
Eat Blueberry's Grill North Myrtle Beach
Grill restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch, as well as brunch cocktails.
Eat AARIV Indian Cuisine
Tikka masala and similar Indian classics.
Splurge
Eat SeaBlue
Seafood restaurant and steakhouse noted for its shrimp and grits, kobe beef, and scallops.
Drink
Sleep
Resorts
Stay Avista Resort
Oceanfront hotel rooms and condos. Amenities include the three pools and spa tubs, children's pool, fitness center, Treetop Lounge, and restaurants. The hotel also offers a business center, free high-speed Internet access, free parking, 24-hour front desk service, and porter service.
Stay Edgewater Inn
Go next
- Myrtle Beach
- Little River
- Briarcliffe Acres, a nearby small community
- If you don't mind a short ride over the border to Sunset Beach, North Carolina, then don't miss the chance to visit the Ingram Planetarium.
- Motorcycle enthusiasts will enjoy Bike Week each May and October in addition to the Atlantic Beach Bikefest over Memorial Day Weekend. A word to the wise here; be sure to check with your hotel or resort regarding motorcycle accommodations. Many homeowner associations and hotels do NOT allow bikes on property. So check in advance in order to avoid disappointment at arrival!
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