With the kids

Mini golf, go-karts, aquariums, trampolines and wildlife, the stops that keep a whole family busy.

Check each place for height or age limits before you go, and look for combo tickets if you plan several stops in a day. Mini golf and the indoor attractions both work well in the summer heat.

90 places

Central Myrtle

810 Billiards & Bowling 3D Haunted Mini Golf

Mini golf · Haunted / 3D Glow

Grab 3D glasses and putt through a spooky, glow-in-the-dark haunted course inside this air-conditioned entertainment spot at The Market Common. Bowling, billiards and a milkshake bar make it a solid rainy-day or date-night pick.
North Myrtle Beach

AlleyOops North Myrtle Beach

Mini golf · Beach / Arcade

Putt around an outdoor 18-hole mini-golf course with sloped greens at this beach-themed family spot that opened in September 2026. Afterward, head inside for duckpin bowling, a big arcade, a shark aquarium and a full seafood menu.
Central Myrtle

Aloha Falls Mini Golf

Mini golf · Tropical Island / Waterfalls

Formerly Rainbow Falls, this north-end putt-putt spot now carries the Aloha island look across two 18-hole courses. It's a handy round if you're staying near the Restaurant Row end of Kings Highway.
Central Myrtle

Aloha Mini Golf

Mini golf · Hawaiian / Tiki

Choose from two lush outdoor courses or the indoor course upstairs, complete with tiki decor and talking tropical birds. An arcade and batting cages round out a full night of fun.
North Myrtle Beach

Aloha Village Mini Golf

Mini golf · Hawaiian / Tropical

Two island-themed courses wind through tropical greenery with music playing across the complex. It's a laid-back, aloha-style round that's perfect for an easygoing evening.
North Myrtle Beach

Black Pearl Mini Golf

Mini golf · Pirates

Set sail on a swashbuckling 18-hole pirate adventure just steps from Cherry Grove. Afterward, hit the arcade and cool off with a scoop from the on-site ice cream shop.
Central Myrtle

Broadway Grand Prix Challenge Mini Golf

Mini golf · Racing / Family Fun Park

Pair a round on two 18-hole mini-golf courses with go-karts, kiddie rides and a big arcade at one of Myrtle Beach's best-known family fun parks. Great for groups who want to do a little of everything in one stop.
Central Myrtle

Cancun Lagoon Adventure Golf

Mini golf · Mayan Jungle

Climb a 50-foot Mayan pyramid, visible from South Kings Highway, and explore ancient ruins across 27 holes that mix indoor and outdoor play. Open since 2003 and air-conditioned in part, it's one of the most dramatic-looking courses in town and a good fit for families.
Central Myrtle

Captain Hook's Adventure Golf

Mini golf · Pirates / Peter Pan

Sail into Neverland with animatronic pirates, cascading waterfalls and Captain Hook's famous ship. The course is listed as ADA accessible and is a fan favorite for families with young adventurers.
Central Myrtle

Captain Myrtle Mini Golf

Mini golf · Nautical / Sea Captain

Look for the giant roadside sea captain and the ship-shaped clubhouse at this old-school mini-golf landmark, formerly known as Cap'n Cain. It's an affordable, no-frills 18 holes that has been part of the Kings Highway scene for decades.
Surfside

Gilligan's Island Funland

Mini golf · Deserted Island / Classic TV

Play past Gilligan's hut, the Skipper's helm and Mary Ann's coconut grove on this tribute to the classic TV show. A snack bar and easy parking make it a stress-free family stop.
North Myrtle Beach

Hawaiian Rumble Golf

Mini golf · Hawaiian Volcano

Home of the U.S. Pro Mini Golf Association's Masters, this 36-hole course is built around a rumbling, fire-belching volcano. It's a true test for serious putters and a blast for the whole family.
Murrells Inlet

Inlet Adventure Mini Golf

Mini golf · Adventure Voyage / Waterfalls

Follow cascading waterfalls and mysterious caves on an adventure voyage near the Marsh Walk. Treat yourself afterward at the Sweet Adventures ice cream shop.
Central Myrtle

Jungle Lagoon Miniature Golf

Mini golf · Jungle / South Pacific

A classic tropical course tucked just off the oceanfront, shaded by palms and full of jungle charm. It's a convenient, easy stroll from many beachfront hotels.
Central Myrtle

Jungle Safari Mini Golf

Mini golf · Safari Animals

Life-size animatronic elephants, giraffes and big cats line the fairways of this safari-themed course on North Kings Highway. Part of the Myrtle Beach Family Golf group, it gives kids a wildlife adventure with every hole.
Central Myrtle

Jurassic Golf

Mini golf · Dinosaurs

Pick between the Ice Age and Predator courses and putt among animatronic dinosaurs right on the main drag in south Myrtle Beach. The course is listed as ADA accessible, and the prehistoric theme makes it an easy sell for kids who love dinosaurs.
Central Myrtle

Lost Mine Miniature Golf

Mini golf · Gold Rush / Mining

Strike it rich on this gold-rush-themed putt-putt course just off the oceanfront near Anderson Ocean Club. It's an easy walk from many beachfront hotels when the kids need a break from the sand.
North Myrtle Beach

Mayday Miniature Golf

Mini golf · Plane Crash / Jungle Rescue

Putt your way past a crashed cargo plane and a rescue helicopter on two jungle-themed 18-hole courses. The over-the-top scenery makes it one of the most photographed courses on the Strand.
North Myrtle Beach

Molten Mountain Miniature Golf

Mini golf · Volcano / Tropical

Play Pele's Revenge outdoors around a towering volcano, then head inside to the air-conditioned Lava Louie's Challenge. Elevated greens, caves, tunnels and lava-style rock formations make for a dramatic round of about 45 to 60 minutes, with shade outside and AC inside for hot afternoons or rainy days.
Central Myrtle

Mt. Atlanticus Minotaur Goff

Mini golf · Lost City of Atlantis / Minotaur

Explore the mythical lost city of Atlantis on two 18-hole courses, with sea life, waterfalls, caves and golf huts on a mountaintop 75 feet up with Atlantic views. Win the 19th hole for a lifetime pass. A snack bar and pro shop are on site, parking is free and the Conch Course is accessible.
Surfside

Mulligan's Lagoon Golf and Arcade

Mini golf · Tropical / Surf

One of the Strand's newest spots offers 36 tropical, surf-themed holes with tiki torches and seashell-studded obstacles. Head inside afterward for the arcade and a slice from the pizza pub.
North Myrtle Beach

Mutiny Bay Miniature Golf

Mini golf · Pirates

Pirate ships sit anchored in the lagoons of this swashbuckling mini-golf course, with pirate audio piping in as you putt. A fun, classic round for little buccaneers right on Highway 17 in North Myrtle Beach.
Central Myrtle

Pirate's Watch Adventure Golf

Mini golf · Pirates

A giant pirate ship anchored in the lagoon sets the stage for a classic buccaneer round. It's a great pick for crews looking for that iconic Myrtle Beach pirate experience.
Central Myrtle

PopStroke Myrtle Beach

Mini golf · Modern Putting Course (Tiger Woods-designed)

Tiger Woods' TGR Design built these real-turf putting courses complete with bunkers and challenging greens. Order food and cocktails delivered right to your group between holes at Broadway at the Beach.
North Myrtle Beach

Professor Hacker's Dinosaur Adventure Golf

Mini golf · Dinosaurs

Follow Professor Duffer A. Hacker, an explorer and paleontologist whose 1930 hot air balloon crash-landed in a canyon of dinosaurs. Two 18-hole prehistoric courses with life-size dinosaurs make it a hit with little paleontologists, and the family of Professor Hacker's courses is just off Highway 17.
North Myrtle Beach

Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf

Mini golf · Treasure Hunt / Gold Mine

Ride a mining train up the mountain to the first tee, then hunt for treasure past caves, waterfalls and volcanoes. Two 18-hole courses make it an easy spot to spend a whole evening.
Central Myrtle

Red Dragon Cove Adventure Golf

Mini golf · Asian Legends / Dragons

A 36-hole course with Asian-inspired scenery and a pirate-and-buccaneer spirit, from a fierce red dragon to pagoda-style details. It sits on South Kings Highway in Myrtle Beach and makes a colorful change of pace from the usual tropical courses.
Central Myrtle

Ripley's Crazy Golf

Mini golf · Neon Glow / Crazy

Three stories of glow-in-the-dark, neon-lit mini golf right on the Boardwalk, with interactive challenges, swings and 360-degree loops. Fully air-conditioned, it's the perfect escape from summer heat or a rainy day.
Central Myrtle

Shipwreck Island Adventure Golf

Mini golf · Pirate Shipwreck

Navigate the wreckage of a pirate ship on this ocean-side adventure course, with animatronic characters, caves, bridges and waterfalls that keep every hole interesting. Part of the Myrtle Beach Family Golf group and listed as ADA accessible.
Central Myrtle

Spy Glass Adventure Golf

Mini golf · Pirates

A pirate-themed course anchored by the Seawitch ship, where you can putt from inside the vessel, with caves, waterfalls and special effects. A sister course to Treasure Island Mini Golf, it adds an arcade, snack bar and gift shop, and summer nights bring lit-up golf for an after-dinner round.
Central Myrtle

Treasure Island Golf

Mini golf · Pirates

A Myrtle Beach classic since 1981, this pirate course is inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island and Carolinas history. Visual and sound effects add to the old-school charm, and it's a sister course to Spy Glass Mini Golf. Great for families who want a relaxed, nostalgic round.
Little River

Tribal Island Tiki Adventure Golf

Mini golf · Tiki / Tropical Volcano

Two 18-hole putt-putt courses, Tiki Bay and Volcano Valley, wind past volcanoes, caverns, lakes and waterfalls at the Harbour View Golf Complex. It's the northernmost mini-golf stop on the Strand and an easy pick if you're staying in Little River or Cherry Grove.
Georgetown

Back Woods Quail Club

Thrill & action · Shooting sports

Back Woods Quail Club near Georgetown is a shooting and hunting preserve with sporting clays, skeet, trap and 5-stand, plus a pistol and rifle range. Quail, turkey, pheasant and deer hunts are offered, with individual and group packages. Call or email the club to book.
Central Myrtle

Broadway Grand Prix

Thrill & action · Go-karts

Seven go-kart tracks, including the Grand Prix Pro track, the High Bank Oval, Slick and a Kids Track, plus two 18-hole mini golf courses, bumper cars, kiddie rides and an arcade with 90+ games. Drivers must meet height minimums for each track, and all-you-can-ride wristbands follow the same limits.
North Myrtle Beach

Coastal Scuba

Thrill & action · Scuba diving

Coastal Scuba runs dive charters to Myrtle Beach dive sites, teaches certification classes from beginner to PADI professional programs, and sells and rents dive gear. The shop also books dive trips to destinations such as Cozumel, Key Largo, Roatan and Belize.
Central Myrtle

Family Kingdom Amusement Park

Thrill & action · Amusement park

Oceanfront rides since 1966, with the Splashes Oceanfront Water Park on the same grounds. The Swamp Fox, a wooden coaster open since 1966, gives views of the Atlantic, and there are more than 26 rides in all, from the Log Flume and Dragon Coaster to kiddie rides, thrill rides and go-karts. It suits families and groups, with birthday packages and group reservations. Tickets and season passes are sold online.
Central Myrtle

Fun Warehouse

Thrill & action · Go-karts

An indoor and outdoor family fun center with speed-kart racing, bowling, roller skating, laser tag, inflatables, Krazy Darts, virtual reality, an arcade and a two-story PlayPort for kids. Pizza and a full bar are on site, and it also hosts school field trips, birthday parties and group events.
North Myrtle Beach

Inlet Point Plantation

Thrill & action · Horseback riding

Guided horseback rides on the plantation's private island beach, including one-hour sunset rides, plus waterway trail rides along the Intracoastal Waterway and 15-minute pony rides for little ones. Riders also hear local history, including Battery Hill beside Fort Randall, a Confederate fort. Rides run year round.
North Myrtle Beach

K1 Speed

Thrill & action · Go-karts

A fully enclosed indoor track with fast electric karts, plus an arcade and pool tables. The track has 14 turns, and adult and junior electric karts give instant acceleration with no indoor fumes. A cafe lounge and a meeting room round out the visit.
North Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach Shark Tooth Adventures

Thrill & action · Shark tooth hunt

Myrtle Beach Shark Tooth Adventures lets you sift through material brought up from the ocean floor in search of shark teeth and fossils. Several trip levels, from Sandbar to Megalodon, are offered in standard and premium versions, with a booking calendar to check availability by date.
Central Myrtle

Myrtle Beach SkyWheel

Thrill & action · Observation wheel

A Ferris wheel above the oceanfront with views of the whole Strand.
Central Myrtle

Myrtle Waves Water Park

Thrill & action · Water park

One of the area's largest water parks, open since 1985. Slides include tube slides, a mat slide and a FlowRider surf wave, and there are family attractions and play areas for younger kids. Cabanas can be rented, and food and shopping are on site. It suits families and groups, with party and group outings available. Seasonal, so check the website for current days and hours.
Central Myrtle

Oceanfront Helicopters

Thrill & action · Helicopter tours

Oceanfront Helicopters, formerly Huffman Helicopters, flies sightseeing tours over the Myrtle Beach coastline from an office at the end of the airport runway. Routes include the original beach flight, a Broadway tour past the local attractions, oceanfront estates, a family tour and longer routes with wildlife views.
Central Myrtle

Pavilion Nostalgia Park

Thrill & action · Amusement park

Retro rides carrying on the old Myrtle Beach Pavilion's heritage, in the Broadway at the Beach complex.
Conway

Pedal Pub Conway

Thrill & action · Party bike

Pedal Pub Conway is a two-hour pedal-powered party bike ride through historic downtown Conway and along the riverfront, with stops at local establishments along the way. The bike seats 8 to 15 people. Smaller groups can reserve individual seats, and larger groups such as birthday parties can book the whole bike.
Central Myrtle

Radical Ropes Adventure Park

Thrill & action · Zipline / ropes

An aerial adventure park and extreme zip lines in a five-acre forest, with ocean views from the treetops. Choose the Aerial Tour or the Extreme Zip Tour, with KidZipz for younger guests. The park also hosts student and corporate team-building groups. Check the website for current hours.
Murrells Inlet

Seakart Adventure SC

Thrill & action · Jet boat / sea kart

Seakart Adventure is a jet ski and boat hybrid that you drive yourself behind a professional guide boat. Each guided tour lasts 60 minutes and up to three guests can ride in each Seakart. The tour runs out of Crazy Sister Marina in Murrells Inlet and is described as family friendly.
Little River

Shark Wake Park

Thrill & action · Cable / wake park

Wakeboard, kneeboard or water-ski behind a cable instead of a boat, no gear or experience needed, or bounce around a floating inflatable obstacle course. It's on the lake at the North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex.
Central Myrtle

Soar & Explore (WonderWorks)

Thrill & action · Zipline / ropes

A 1,000-foot zipline over Lake Broadway and a ropes obstacle course. It is the outdoor add-on to WonderWorks at Broadway at the Beach, in the same complex as the indoor science attraction.
Little River

Southern Shores Cruises

Thrill & action · Jet boat / cruises

Southern Shores Cruises offers a two-hour catamaran island and dolphin cruise, the one-hour Thrill Seeker jet boat ride, a 90-minute Need 4 Speed offshore boating experience, private charters, and jet ski rentals and dolphin tours for drivers 18 and older. Guests should arrive 30 minutes before their scheduled time.
Central Myrtle

The Track Family Fun Park

Thrill & action · Go-karts

A family fun park with electric go-kart tracks on two elevated levels, including the Mighty Myrtle and the Wild Woody, plus a rookie track, blaster boats, kiddie rides, a carousel and an arcade. It is part of a small group of Southeast fun parks, and arcade points carry over between locations.
Central Myrtle

810 Billiards & Bowling

Family & indoor fun · Bowling

Bowling, billiards and a milkshake bar at The Market Common, with a 3D haunted mini golf course.
Conway

810 Billiards & Bowling Conway

Family & indoor fun · Bowling

The Conway location of 810 Billiards & Bowling offers bowling, billiards and chess in a casual setting, a handy option for a group staying inland. It is one of three 810 locations on the Grand Strand, along with Market Common in Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach.
North Myrtle Beach

810 Billiards & Bowling North Myrtle Beach

Family & indoor fun · Bowling

The North Myrtle Beach location of 810 Billiards & Bowling offers bowling, billiards and chess in a casual setting. It is one of three 810 locations on the Grand Strand, along with Market Common in Myrtle Beach and Conway, so groups can find a rainy-day game night close by.
North Myrtle Beach

AlleyOops North Myrtle Beach

Family & indoor fun · Bowling

Duckpin bowling, a golf simulator, games and a full restaurant.
Central Myrtle

Backstage Escape Games

Family & indoor fun · Escape room

Three escape games at Broadway at the Beach: The Legend of Atlantis, The Haunting of Hyde House and a holiday-themed Krampus game, plus a Mirror Maze billed as infinite psychedelic reflections. Smaller groups may be paired with other players unless they book the whole room, and kids 10 and under need a private game.
Central Myrtle

Backstage Mirror Maze & The Vault Laser Maze

Family & indoor fun · Mirror maze

At Broadway at the Beach, the Backstage Mirror Maze fills over 2,000 square feet of an Off Broadway theater's backstage with a 1933 bank-heist escape story, kaleidoscope glasses and colored lights. The Vault Laser Maze is a heist-style challenge through a web of security beams, with scores posted on a Top Ten list.
Central Myrtle

Big Air Trampoline Park

Family & indoor fun · Trampoline park

Trampolines for all ages, 40+ attractions, a Cosmic Nights session and a cafe. Attractions include trampoline courts, slam dunk courts, ninja-warrior courses, launch pads, freestyle courts, a zip line, a kids' Lil Ninja area and a mechanical shark. Jump passes come in several lengths, and memberships are available.
Central Myrtle

Black Flag Forge

Family & indoor fun · Workshop

At Broadway at the Beach, Black Flag Forge is a hands-on blacksmithing experience where expert smiths guide you through making your very own metal piece at the forge. It suits first-timers and works well for groups, couples and teens looking for something different from the usual arcade.
North Myrtle Beach

Break Out Myrtle Beach

Family & indoor fun · Escape room

Private, 60-minute escape rooms on Main Street in North Myrtle Beach. The six themes are Escape the Serial Killer, CSI 2: The Myrtle Murderer, Red Beard's Revenge, The Curse of Volcano Island, Zombie Outbreak and The Cannibal Collector, ranging from pirate adventure to spooky.
Central Myrtle

Captive Escape Rooms

Family & indoor fun · Escape room

Four private, themed escape rooms on North Kings Highway: Dracula's Library, Charlotte's Attic, Piece of Eight and 13 Doors. The first three take up to 8 players and 13 Doors takes up to 6, so a family or a group of friends can book a room to themselves.
Conway

Conway Glass

Family & indoor fun · Workshop

Conway Glass is a downtown studio and gallery where visitors can watch glassblowers at work. Hands-on glassblowing and stained glass workshops let beginners make their own piece to take home, which makes it a good rainy-day activity for couples, friends and families with older kids.
Central Myrtle

Dave & Buster's

Family & indoor fun · Arcade

Dave & Buster's at Broadway at the Beach is a big arcade with racing games, shooters, air hockey and basketball, plus screens showing football, basketball and hockey games. It also has a full food and drink menu, so groups can eat and play in one place on a rainy evening.
Central Myrtle

EdVenture Myrtle Beach

Family & indoor fun · Children's museum

A hands-on children's museum at The Market Common with interactive exhibits that encourage problem-solving and imaginative play. It is built for children ages 0 to 10, with kindergarten through 5th grade the sweet spot, and has a second-floor toddler area for ages three and under.
Central Myrtle

Escapology Myrtle Beach

Family & indoor fun · Escape room

Private escape games on North Kings Highway, each about 60 minutes (plan on 90 minutes total). Themes include Lost City, Mansion Murder, Star Trek, Saving Santa, Haunted House and Batman: The Dark Knight Challenge, so there is a game for movie fans and puzzle fans alike.
Central Myrtle

Hollywood Wax Museum

Family & indoor fun · Interactive museum

Wax figures and photo-op sets at Broadway at the Beach.
Central Myrtle

Interactive Experience Unleashed

Family & indoor fun · VR & interactive

A VR playground and family entertainment center with eight VR attractions, including the mixed-reality Curse of Calypso with animatronics and mashups like Blaston and Jurassic: New Era. A 3,500-square-foot supervised kids' area has slides and ball pits, and arcade games, birthday parties and the Firebird Cafe round out a rainy-day stop.
North Myrtle Beach

Jack Axe Throwing

Family & indoor fun · Axe throwing

Axe throwing with a coach, plus golf simulators and a beer and wine bar. Reservations recommended; under 18 with an adult.
Central Myrtle

Myrtle Beach Pinball Museum

Family & indoor fun · Arcade

A pinball museum with more than two dozen machines from the 1970s to today, all fully playable on Free Play. Come to look at the machines, then stay to play. Capacity is limited, so advance reservations are required.
Central Myrtle

Myrtle Beach Room Escape

Family & indoor fun · Escape room

Four 60-minute escape games near Ripley's, including The Witch's Castle and Jailbreak. Daily time slots; book ahead.
Little River

Pin Point Indoor Pickleball & Golf

Family & indoor fun · Sports & games

Pin Point is an indoor sports venue in Little River with nine pickleball courts and seven TrackMan golf simulators, so a rainy day does not cancel the game. A full bar and kitchen are on site, which makes it an easy stop for a group that wants to play and then stay a while.
Central Myrtle

Riddles Escape Room

Family & indoor fun · Escape room

Live-action escape rooms on North Kings Highway, each a 60-minute game. Themes are Space Odyssey, Outlaw Pursuit, Mystery Mansion, Shipwrecked and The Grande Strand Hotel, so there is a choice for sci-fi fans, Wild West buffs and mystery lovers alike.
Central Myrtle

Ripley's Aquarium

Family & indoor fun · Interactive museum

A large aquarium with a walk-through tunnel and touch tanks. Thousands of animals include sharks, sawfish, reef fish and rays, and a tunnel lets you walk under the sharks. Hands-on experiences, a play area and snacks are on site, which makes it a good stop for families on a rainy day.
Central Myrtle

Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Family & indoor fun · Interactive museum

An oceanfront odditorium on North Ocean Boulevard with hundreds of unbelievable-but-true artifacts, along with interactive games and the stories behind the exhibits. It is an easy indoor stop for families on a rainy or hot day.
Central Myrtle

Ripley's Haunted Adventure

Family & indoor fun · Haunted house

Ripley's Haunted Adventure on Ocean Boulevard is a walk-through haunted attraction built on spooky suspense and surprises, steps from the Boardwalk and SkyWheel. It is an indoor, rain-or-shine stop for teens and adults who want a scare. Check the Ripley's site for current hours.
Central Myrtle

Ripley's Mirror Maze

Family & indoor fun · Mirror maze

Ripley's Mirror Maze is a perplexing puzzle of mirrors on Ocean Boulevard near the SkyWheel where visitors try to find their way out. It is a quick, indoor activity that suits families and groups, and sits next to Ripley's other Boardwalk-area attractions.
Central Myrtle

Sky Zone Myrtle Beach

Family & indoor fun · Trampoline park

Sky Zone is an indoor trampoline park with open jump sessions, a Warped Wall, Ninja Warrior course, Battle Beam, Ultimate Dodgeball, aerial silks and the Sky Tower. Pleyo turns the trampolines into a video game, and a toddler-only Little Leapers morning session is offered for children six and under with a parent.
North Myrtle Beach

Stars and Strikes

Family & indoor fun · Bowling

Bowling, augmented-reality bowling, virtual reality, laser tag, axe throwing and arcade games with a bar and restaurant in North Myrtle Beach. Use the website for the exact location and hours.
Central Myrtle

The Escape Game Myrtle Beach

Family & indoor fun · Escape room

Teams are locked in a themed room at Broadway at the Beach and have 60 minutes to find clues, solve puzzles and escape. Six themes are offered, including Cosmic Crisis, Timeliner: Train Through Time, Gold Rush and The Depths, with multi-room sets and unlimited hints along the way.
Central Myrtle

WonderWorks

Family & indoor fun · Interactive museum

An upside-down building packed with hands-on science exhibits at Broadway at the Beach. More than 100 exhibits fill six Wonder Zones, from space discovery to an imagination lab, plus a glow-in-the-dark ropes course, a black-lit laser tag maze and a 6D motion ride. It is aimed at families with kids, and the outdoor Soar + Explore adds a zipline.
North Myrtle Beach

Alligator Adventure

Nature & eco · Wildlife

A reptile park beside Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach, billed as one of the world's biggest homes for reptiles. Alongside alligators you'll see snakes, turtles and other animals, with some mammals and birds, such as lemurs, flamingos and a capybara, on view for limited times. Live shows let guests meet animals up close and learn about them. Check the website for current hours and tickets.
Murrells Inlet

Crazy Sister Dolphin Cruises

Nature & eco · Dolphin tour

Dolphin-watch and sunset cruises from the MarshWalk. The marina also runs marsh eco and birdwatching tours, history and ghost cruises, pirate adventures and wine-sampling sails, plus fishing trips and rentals of pontoons, skiffs, kayaks and jet skis. It suits families and couples; see the website for the current schedule.
Murrells Inlet

Express Watersports Dolphin Watch

Nature & eco · Dolphin tour

A 1.5-hour dolphin watch cruise leaving the MarshWalk dock in Murrells Inlet on a 46-foot boat with covered and open decks and a restroom. Marine science students or a naturalist narrate, and snacks and drinks are sold on board. It suits families and anyone after a relaxed outing; sightings aren't guaranteed. Kayak and paddleboard rentals are also available.
Little River

Getaway Adventures Dolphin Tour

Nature & eco · Dolphin tour

Narrated sightseeing and dolphin cruises from Little River on the Intracoastal Waterway, with marine life and local history along the way. Choose a dolphin tour of about 1.5 to 2 hours, or a longer trip with a stop at Waties Island for shelling and swimming (not offered on weekends or holidays).
Murrells Inlet

Huntington Beach State Park

Nature & eco · State park

A beach, marsh boardwalk, birding and nature center, home to Atalaya Castle. Three miles of beach have a dog-friendly south end, a freshwater lake is a good spot for seeing alligators, and birders can look for more than 300 species. There is a campground too. The nature center's marsh boardwalk was closed for construction when we last checked the park's site, so confirm before you go.
Surfside

Myrtle Beach State Park

Nature & eco · State park

A beach park since 1935 with a fishing pier, trails and camping. It has a mile of undeveloped beach, a pier for fishing, crabbing and wildlife watching, a nature center open most days, and a campground with hundreds of sites plus a few cabins built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The nature trail closes from November through January, and pier fishing and camping cost extra.
Little River

Sea Racer Tours

Nature & eco · Dolphin tour

Sea Racer runs dolphin-watching cruises from the Big M Casino boat dock in Little River on a 70-foot boat with a 360-degree viewing area and room for up to 128 passengers. Tours last about 1.5 to 2 hours along the Little River and Myrtle Beach coastline. Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed.
Little River

Sea Thunder and Sea Screamer

Nature & eco · Dolphin tour

Fast, narrated dolphin cruises of 1.5 to 2 hours from Little River. The boats run up the Intracoastal Waterway, past barrier islands and out through the jetty into the Atlantic to look for wild bottlenose dolphins. Sea Thunder boards at 1522 Watson Ave and Sea Screamer at 4499 Mineola Ave. The company offers a dolphin sighting guarantee; check its terms.
Central Myrtle

T.I.G.E.R.S. / Myrtle Beach Safari

Nature & eco · Wildlife

A big-cat and exotic-animal preserve offering hands-on wildlife encounters. Day and night safari tours feature tigers and wolves, and the animals include Bubbles, a rescued African elephant, Odin the liger, and chimp brothers Vali and Sugriva. Photo encounters, the Capybara Café and private group experiences are also offered. Tours are by reservation only.
North Myrtle Beach

Voyager Dolphin Cruises

Nature & eco · Dolphin tour

Dolphin trips from North Myrtle Beach.