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MYRTLE BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA

MOTORCOACH & GROUP TOURS GUIDE

The Beach

Travel groups love Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. With 14 unique communities and 60 miles of sandy beaches, there’s endless fun for groups of all kinds.

With more than 2,000 restaurants, 90 golf courses, ten top-notch live entertainment theaters, and tons of great shopping options, there’s so much to do here.

It’s impossible not to find ways to have fun at The Beach. Beyond all the waterfront activities the ocean provides, your group can also enjoy a variety of outdoor adventures including historical sites, botanical and sculpture gardens and nature areas.

In fact, there’s so much to do, it’s tough to decide where to start. That’s why we’re here to answer any questions you may have and help with group itinerary planning. No matter what group you’re planning for, our team will help make their trip an unforgettable one.

Get in touch with our award-winning sales team today and find out why we’re known as America’s Beachiest Beach!

Sandy Haines Group Tour Sales Manager

sandy.haines@VisitMyrtleBeach.com

Direct Line: 843-916-7248

Lisa Parisi Assistant Sales Manager

lisa.parisi@VisitMyrtleBeach.com

Direct Line: 843-916-7247

The Beach

BY THE NUMBERS

60 Miles of Beaches

10 World-Class Live Theaters

ACCOMMODATIONS

158,000

More than 158,000 rooms and condo units to choose from — that’s more than Las Vegas!

WEATHER

215

The Beach has amazing weather throughout the year averaging 215 sunny days per year!

2,000+ Restaurants

14 Unique Communities

GOLF

90+

We have more than 90 great golf courses and more than 30 mini golf courses for players of all ages.

25,000+ ENTERTAINMENT

The Beach has tons of live shows, music & entertainment including 25,000+ performances per year

TESTIMONIALS

There are so many reasons a trip to The Beach is a great choice for your next group outing. But don’t take it from us ... check out why other tour and travel planners say Myrtle Beach, South Carolina was a great experience for them:

“I want to thank the Visit Myrtle Beach team so much for a great last minute FAM! It was so organized and packed with useful information for planning great tours to Myrtle Beach. It makes such a difference to see places in person and meet the contact person at each place. Plus our car rides were fun to toss around ideas. I am so excited to start planning. I plan to do a fall tour this year and a spring, fall or holiday tour in the coming year!”

Faith Reese, Garden State Getaways

“As a tour operator specializing in student group tours, I find that Myrtle Beach is the one of the best destinations available for students. A trip to Myrtle Beach is not the typical trip. Most students have described it as ‘laid back’ or ‘relaxing.’ While on other trips to major amusement parks or a major city, the students, while enjoying the experience, are always exhausted at the trip’s end. If you take the time to do your homework, you will find Myrtle Beach is well worth the effort.”

H. L. “Butch” Smith, Action Tours USA, Inc.

“The entire experience was flawless, and it was so enjoyable to be able to be in a beautiful place with endless entertainment. The trip allowed me to make some connections and friendships that I will certainly use moving forward. I can’t wait to have a group come experience Myrtle Beach and show them all the wonderful things the area has to offer.”

Liz Meyer, Star Destinations

“Myrtle Beach continues to be an excellent destination for our tours, combining the best of accommodations, meals and attractions along with fantastic customer service!”

Michael Guidi, Carr’s Holidays

GETTING TO The Beach

Hit the road for a scenic adventure or choose one of Myrtle Beach International Airport’s flights arriving from more than 50 nonstop destinations.

WEATHER AT The Beach

Mild temperatures, gentle ocean breezes and an average of 215 sunny days per year make The Beach an ideal vacation destination any time of year.

TRANSPORTATION AT The Beach

When bringing a group to The Beach, transportation is an important part of your experience. We know that in order to enjoy everything our 60 miles of beach have to offer, your group needs to be able to easily get to our area and have a reliable way to get around the Grand Strand once you’re here.

Flying to The Beach

Getting to the Myrtle Beach area is easy when you fly. Centrally located and close to many major accommodations and attractions, Myrtle Beach International Airport — recently named best small airport in the U.S. — is a great way to get here. You can fly to MYR on any of 9 great airline partners including:

• Allegiant

• American

• Avelo

• Delta

• Frontier

• Southwest

• Spirit

• Sun Country

• United

For information on destinations served, direct flights, rates and more check out VisitMyrtleBeach.com/flights.

Driving at The Beach

Accessibility is one of the key factors in many groups choosing the Myrtle Beach area. Motorcoaches and individuals can travel using both U.S. routes 17 and 501, as well as S.C. 9 that provide direct access to the area from Interstates 95 and 20. Other routes include Veterans Highway (S.C. 22) running from U.S. 501 to S.C. 17 and Carolina Bays Parkway (S.C. 31) from S.C. 9 to U.S. 501 and S.C. 707.

CHARTERS & MOTORCOACHES

Carolina Limousine & Coach

Nationally-recognized provider Carolina Limo is an award-winning transportation service for groups of any type. Serving Myrtle Beach, Charleston, Wilimington and Florence, their fleet is perfect for large tour groups, weddings and airport service. Visit the website for full list of vehicles, tour options and more. CarolinaLimo.com

GOGO Charters Myrtle Beach

This company offers transportation for all kinds of groups including motorcoach groups, student and academic groups, church groups and sports teams. With a wide spectrum of options in its fleet, their vehicles can safely and comfortably transport your group from anywhere in the U.S. to The Beach. GoGoCharters.com

Sunway Charters Tours

Based in Myrtle Beach, Sunway takes great pride in providing its customers with exceptional service and experienced drivers. Serving schools, colleges, military and tour groups of all kinds, Sunway’s motorcoaches each hold 57 passengers with Wi-Fi, USB ports, DVD players, lavatories and other great amenities. SunwayCharters.com

Myrtle Beach International Airport

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CHECK OUT THE LATEST FUN!

One of the best parts about bringing your group to The Beach is that no matter how many times you come, there’s always something new to explore. This year is no different with many new restaurants, attractions and entertainment options opening up this season, and several others being announced for future fun.

RESTAURANTS

The Hangout added to Broadway at the Beach

Broadway at the Beach has added a new restaurant, retail and entertainment venue to its Entertainment District, called The Hangout.

The Hangout is a new gathering place for great food and family fun, offering seasonal seafood dishes, burgers, sandwiches and tacos, appetizers and sides made from locally sourced ingredients prepared from scratch in a world-class hi-tech kitchen designed to handle thousands of diners daily.

It also offers live music year-round, both on indoor and outdoor stages.

For more information, visit www.thehangout.com.

ATTRACTIONS

Stars and Strikes Now Open

Now open is a new family entertainment center at Coastal Grand Mall in Myrtle Beach.

The 52,500-square-foot Stars and Strikes offers “high-tech” bowling, an arcade, a multi-story laser tag arena, axe throwing lanes and a full-service restaurant and bar perfect for any group outing!

Swig & Swine BBQ Joint coming to town

The award-winning Charleston-based BBQ joint, Swig & Swing, will open a new location in the 500 Block of Broadway Street in historic downtown Myrtle Beach–its first location outside of the Charleston market.

Under pitmaster and owner Anthony DiBernardo, the menu includes beef brisket, pork, sandwiches, sides, desserts and a full bar—all served with genuine hospitality. Swig & Swine has a devout following and is a Southern Living Magazine Top 50 BBQ joint. The downtown Myrtle Beach location is expected to open mid-2023.

generate up to 1,000 waves per hour, with waves between 2-6 feet in height.

The development will also include an amphitheater to accommodate up to 15,000 people, a surf school, a restaurant, and a brewery. Preliminary renderings of the park have been completed and the building is expected to be completed in 2024.

For more information, visit www.surfworks.com/myrtle-beach

Surfside Beach Pier to Reopen

The Surfside Beach Pier was destroyed and washed away during Hurricane Matthew in 2016. The town of Surfside Beach is reconstructing their iconic pier to withstand hurricane force winds, making it stronger and safer than ever before.

The pier will feature a restaurant and vendor space and is slated to be completed in Spring 2023. For more information, please visit www.surfsidebeach.org/pier.

ENTERTAINMENT

New Show Debuting at Alabama Theatre

ATTRACTIONS

Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach welcoming new animals

There’s no better place to be “hanging out” than at Ripley’s Aquarium’s awesome new sloth habitat, Sloth Valley. These cuddly sleepers will slowly make their way to join the Aquarium’s dazzling collection of animals in late spring of 2023. Ripley’s is also bringing two new attractions to Ocean Boulevard this year with the announcement of, Ripley’s Crazy Golf and Ripley’s Illusion Lab.

Grab a drink and put your skills to the test under crazy lights with out-of-this-world trick shots, as the indoor Ripley’s Crazy Golf or descend into a mind bending lab of illusions, where things are not always what they seem at Ripley’s Illusion Lab.

Surfworks Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach will soon be home to South Carolina’s first manmade surf park, called Surfworks. The park’s surfing lagoon will

The Alabama Theatre of North Myrtle Beach is bringing their new production, ICONIC, to The Beach in 2023. This new show is a cutting-edge, brand new production show on stage and in the air. Along with visual elements and a state-of-the-art video wall, this show is unlike anything you may have seen along the Grand Strand. Featuring memorable music, comedy and widely recognized Country music chartbusters, Classic Rock anthems, Broadway and Pop power ballads. This family-friendly production begins in February and runs until the end of October.

Greg Rowles Dinner Theatre

Longtime Alabama Theatre performer and emcee Greg Rowles is also introducing a new show of his own with the announcement of his own dinner theater.

The Greg Rowles Dinner Theatre will feature world-class entertainment along with a fine dining experience reminiscent of the retro Vegas showroom style setting. The theater will be located along Main Street in North Myrtle Beach and is expected to open in 2024.

HOLIDAYS ARE BIGGER, BRIGHTER AT The Beach

They say sand is the new snow. Maybe that’s why The Beach is such a popular spot for group getaways during the holidays.

In recent years, Myrtle Beach has become a place that takes its holiday cheer seriously, transforming into a warm winter wonderland from the beginning of November straight through to New Year’s Day.

With ten top-notch theaters featuring live holiday shows, seven shopping centers filled with gifts of all types and five large lights displays across the area, its no wonder Myrtle Beach was recently named one of “25 Most Festive Christmas Towns” by Travel + Leisure magazine.

THINGS TO DO The Beach’s Best Holiday Attractions

During the holidays, many of our top attractions embrace the season and go all out with holiday spirit. Here are a few favorites:

• Ripley’s Aquarium: Experience the magical sights and sounds of the holidays at Ripley’s Festival of Trees — South Carolina’s largest collection of Christmas trees with trees for all 50 states and holiday decor galore.

• Brookgreen Gardens: One of the area’s most breathtaking holiday experiences is Nights of a Thousand Candles. The 9,000 acre sculpture garden comes to life with more than 2,700 hand-lit candles and a myriad dazzling lights. Recently named “Best Christmas Lights in South Carolina” by Travel + Leisure Magazine.

• Broadway at The Beach & Barefoot Landing: Your group can’t go wrong at either of these holiday hubs. Throughout the season, both complexes offer tons of festive fun including tree lightings, parades, Santa visits, fireworks and much more.

HOLIDAY SHOWS

The Alabama Theatre

The South’s Grandest Christmas Show at the Alabama Theatre is a vivid live performance of all your favorite classic Christmas songs in a production unlike anything you’ve seen before.

Each year, this extravaganza brings a great combination of talent, scenery, and special effects. Most well-known for their exquisite costumes and backdrops, this show is perfect for merry visitors of all ages. Alabama-Theatre.com

The Asher Theatre

The Asher Theatre is where performers bring Christmas carols to life with a taste of soul.

The Spirit and Soul of Christmas show features The Christmas Belles and James Stephens III —aka The Man of a Thousand Voices —wowing audiences with comedy, singing, dancing and more! Ashertheatre.com

Broadway Theater

One of the newest Christmas shows in the area, Broadway Theater presents Hot Jersey Nights Christmas Special that combines holiday classics with Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons songs you can’t help but tap your toes to.

This show is designed for you to walk down memory lane and

enjoy jolly, holiday music from some of the very best male singers in America. BroadwayTheaterMB.com

The Carolina Opry

“The Christmas Show of the South” is a holiday tradition like no other! This show brings the warm, wonderful, and fun spirit of Christmas to life with music, comedy, and dance and has stood the test of time for its spectacular Christmas decor around the theater, stunning Christmas trees, thousands of twinkling lights, fluffy snow, musical numbers and more. TheCarolinaOpry.com

GTS Theatre

The spirit of the holiday season shines through GTS Theatre’s four holiday shows — the Magical Christmas Magic & Comedy Show, the Original Motown Christmas Show, Christmas With Elvis, and Step Into Christmas with Elton John.

These four shows entertain guests with their lively cabaret numbers and comedy antics. GTSTheatre.com

Legends in Concert

Experience the World’s Greatest Live Tribute show this holiday season with a splash of Christmas cheer.

Located at Broadway at the Beach, this live tribute show features performances and hit songs from the classic stars, such as Reba McEntire and Elvis Presley.  LegendsInConcert.com

Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament

The epic competition of valor and feasting continues throughout the holiday season at Medieval Times.

Join the Queen’s court for an evening of jousting, falconry, horsemanship, and a delicious 4-course meal that you and your group will never forget. MedievalTimes.com

Pirates Voyage Dinner and Show

Captain Scrooge takes over the Mystical Christmas Spirit pirate ship and journeys through time to bring Christmas cheer to all the pirates and landlubbers.

Enjoy a Christmas feast while your group is dazzled by amazing acrobatics high above the lagoon and swashbuckling excitement. There is also a live nativity, complete with wise men and an angel, with a special holiday message for all. PiratesVoyage.com

Charles Bach Wonders Theatre

The Biggest and Best Magic Show in Myrtle Beach is bringing the Christmas Spirit to town. “The Wonders of Christmas: A Holiday Magic Spectacular” will begin on Nov. 11 and run through the end of the year.

Illusionist Charles Bach brings Christmas wishes to life, creates magic with milk and cookies, makes it snow inside the theater, and even performs an incredible appearance with a red suited super-star! You’ll experience incredible magic, holiday music, fabulous dancers, beautiful costumes and lighting, and more in the intimate Wonders Theatre at Broadway at the Beach! Wonderstickets.com

SHOPPING

Buying Gifts at The Beach

No holiday trip would be complete without at least a little shopping, and we’ve got you covered with seven massive shopping centers, more than 200 outlet stores and thousands of gift shops located across the Grand Strand.

Get your discount on with deals galore at Tanger Outlets, with two convenient locations off of U.S. 501 in Carolina Forest or on U.S. 17 on the north end of Myrtle Beach.

Explore more than a million square feet of shopping space and

more than 170 stores at Coastal Grand Mall, or hop on over to Myrtle Beach Mall and shop at hubs such as Bass Pro Shop, Belk and Books-A-Million.

The Market Common — known as Myrtle Beach’s uptown downtown — is a slightly more upscale experience with wellknown chains such as Anthropologie, Orvis and Pottery Barn, as well as unique local shops like Bijuju and Random.

Round out your shopping experience at Barefoot Landing or Broadway at the Beach to explore a wide variety of gift options from well-known apparel and housewares to unique novelty shops and holiday-friendly gift shops like The Christmas Mouse.

HOLIDAY EVENTS Lights Displays & More!

Our area offers five great lights displays including the Great Christmas Lights Show, a drive-thru attraction that takes over North Myrtle Beach’s Sports & Recreation Complex, Winter Wonderland at The Beach, a walking tour of lights along the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, and the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk’s Wonderland of Lights.

You’ll find a variety of festive tree lightings throughout the season at places such as Broadway at the Beach, Barefoot Landing, The Market Common, Surfside Beach, Murrells Inlet, North Myrtle Beach and downtown Conway.

Other great happenings include parades like the unique Intracoastal Waterway Christmas Regatta in Little River, filled with lighted boats, the Dashing through the Glow Fun Run 2-mile race in North Myrtle Beach, and holiday markets such as the Dickens Christmas Show at Myrtle Beach Convention Center.

ONLINE More Holiday Fun

Find even more festivities including parades, craft shows and holiday meals in our Holiday Getaway Guide at VisitMyrtleBeach.com

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EDUCATION IS JUST THE START

Looking for a place that will wow parents and teens alike? Bring your next student group trip to The Beach. We’ve got 60 miles of sunny beaches, more than 2,000 restaurants and tons of opportunities for learning (and fun).

Spend your days taking advantage of more than 500,000 sq. ft. of pristine facilities for conferences, performances, tournaments and sporting events, while never traveling too far from our sandy shores to enjoy a quick stroll on the beach or waterfront meal in between events.

Of course, the best part of group travel in Myrtle Beach are the activities you can experience when your events are done.

Go for big thrills at our amusement parks, keep the competition going with a round of mini golf or just kick back and relax by the pool. From daring watersports and zipline adventures to classic beachfront arcades, unique museums and exciting shows, the options are endless when it comes to entertaining the “always on” generation.

Explore 14 unique oceanside communities — each with their own educational opportunities — and discover all The Grand Strand has to offer.

FEATURED ACTIVITY Educational Sessions

For a perfect complement to your classroom curriculum, attractions such as Ripley’s Aquarium, Medieval Times and Wonderworks offer immersive learning opportunities for all ages. With facilities designed to provide immersive STEM learning experiences, these attractions can create educational sessions to fit your group’s needs.

Student Workshops

Band, choir, and dance workshops are available at Alabama Theatre, The Carolina Opry, Legends in Concert, Broadway Theater, GTS Theatre, and Medieval Times. Master classes are customized to fit your group’s needs.

Workshops often include an instructional session with a highly trained cast member, and backstage tour.

African American History Museums

The Historic Myrtle Beach Colored School Museum and Education Center provides a window to the past.

The old school, opened in 1932 as a product of segregated times, has been preserved in spirit and recreated in fact and continues to fulfill an educational mission with tours, programs and other sessions devoted to teaching students about the area’s past. Other sites with tours available for student groups includes Freewods Farm in Socastee, Charlie’s Place in Myrtle Beach and L.W. Paul Living History Farm in Conway.

Performance Opportunities

Student bands, choirs, dance teams and other performance groups looking for opportunities to get in front of an audience have many options at The Beach.

Venues including the House of Blues, Myrtle Beach Pelicans, Broadway at the Beach, Barefoot Landing and Tanger Outlets, all offer the chance to perform for guests and surprise and delight visitors from all over the world. Contact the venue for details or reach out to the Visit Myrtle Beach team for contact information.

Technical & Theatre Tours

Technical tours are available at select theaters complimentary with the purchase of a show ticket.

These backstage tours are conducted by a professional stage manager and include a look at wardrobe, greenroom, light and sound equipment and more.

Brookgreen Gardens Tours

Brookgreen Gardens is one of America’s premier public sculpture gardens and features a variety of educational opportunities for student groups.

Students can tour the gardens and observe the history of the collection or experience the Lowcountry Trail Audio Tour which introduces students to four colonial rice plantations that became Brookgreen Gardens. It also explores the customs & history of the Gullah Geechee people.

CONTACT

INFO

Ready to plan?

Connect with Group Sales Manager Sandy Haines at (843) 916-7248 or sandy.haines@ visitmyrtlebeach.com. for more information on accommodations, trip itineraries and more!

3 QUICK DAY TRIPS FROM The Beach

With 14 unique communities to explore, including hidden gems like Conway, Pawleys Island and Little River, there’s already so much for your group to explore along The Grand Strand. But for those looking for even more adventure than they can fit into 60 miles of beaches, we also offer great proximity to some of the Carolinas’ other most visited cities.

With just a short drive, any of these great Southern gems can serve as a fun day trip while you visit the Myrtle Beach area.

Charleston, S.C.

94 MILES • 2 HOUR DRIVE

A short drive south along U.S. 17 will land you in Charleston. Three hundred years of rich history make Charleston a living monument to both the foundation and evolution of our nation. Hundreds of historic and preserved structures grace the city’s narrow cobblestone streets, lined with picturesque homes. Stroll through formal gardens, enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride, participate in a ghost tour or enjoy the vibrant downtown with top-notch shopping and restaurants.

Florence, S.C.

67 MILES • 1 HOUR, 20 MINUTE DRIVE

Located to the west of The Beach, the Florence region is packed with heritage sites worth the drive.

The S.C. Revolutionary Rivers Trail offers kayaking excursions

into the cypress and tupelo-laden hiding spots of General Francis Marion, nicknamed “The Swamp Fox” by the British who couldn’t keep up with him during the Revolutionary War.

Visitors are in awe of the living artwork at The Pearl Fryar Topiary Garden, designed and maintained by self-taught botanist/artist Pearl Fryar.

Florence downtown offers the new Florence Museum, live performances nearly every evening, and an array of restaurants offering dishes made with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

Wilmington, N.C.

77 MILES • 1 HOUR, 30 MINUTE DRIVE

A short drive north over the North Carolina border will take you to Wilmington and surrounding Cape Fear coastal area.

Some of the port city’s many attractions include museums, historical sites, war memorials, battlefields, and more than 230 blocks of community designated as a National Register Historic District. The USS North Carolina Battleship is also a worthwhile stop, as it’s one of the most historic battleships in the nation.

Downtown you’ll find a revitalized scene of restaurants, breweries, shops and artisan galleries worth exploring.

Wilmington is also one of the nation’s top locations for film and television production and those visiting for the day will certainly enjoy taking a tour of a working film studio while there.

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MOTORCOACH TOURS GROUP ITINERARY

Ready for adventure? Bring your motorcoach tour to Myrtle Beach for a one-of-a-kind trip your group will still be talking about for years to come. With 14 unique communities, more than 2,000 restaurants, and tons of amazing entertainment options, there are endless ways to plan a great trip to The Beach. To get you started, we’ve created this sample three-day itinerary, which can be easily catered to fit your group’s needs. Contact our team today to get your own custom Visit Myrtle Beach itinerary!

DAY 1

Experience North Myrtle Morning

Check-In - Arrive at your oceanfront hotel and be greeted by friendly staff who will make sure your group has what it needs.

Explore The Beach - Enjoy free time on our sandy shores. Take a walk and enjoy the sights, dip your toes in the Atlantic Ocean or just plop down with a good book — the choice is yours!

Lunch

Lunch at Barefoot Landing - Set along the Intracoastal Waterway, Barefoot Landing is one of The Beach’s most popular shopping & entertainment destinations.

Enjoy lunch at here at Lucy Buffet’s LuLu’s, Crooked Hammock Brewery, House of Blues or Greg Norman’s Australian Grille.

Afternoon Activity (Choose One)

Experience Muscadine Wines - Native to our region, Muscadine grapes make for sweet, drinkable wines that are on display at wineries, restaurants and bars throughout the Grand Strand.

Spend your afternoon learning about these wines and how they’re made with a tour of Duplin Winery at Barefoot Landing. Dive Into Our Rich History - Turn back the clock as you explore our history at North Myrtle Beach Area Historical Museum. Browse through exhibits and memorabilia from four beaches — Cherry Grove, Ocean Drive, Windy Hill and Crescent Beach — which combined to become North Myrtle Beach.

Learn about the history of shag dancing and beach music and transport yourself back to simpler times of the late 1950s and early 1960s.

Dinner

Take a Dinner Cruise - The Barefoot Queen Riverboat, based at Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach, is a 70 ft. authentic wooden riverboat.

It features two climate-controlled interior decks and three outdoor deck spaces to enjoy fresh air and gorgeous views of the Intracoastal Waterway. Cruises include onboard entertainment and narration.

Evening Activity (Choose One)

Enjoy a Show - It all started in 1986, when Calvin Gilmore and the Carolina Opry pioneered theater in the area, launching The Beach into being a hotspot for live family entertainment. Now, we have 10 amazing theaters offering nightly shows.

In addition to The Carolina Opry — with its flagship show still running strong 37 years later — there’s also awesome spots like Barefoot Landing’s Alabama Theatre, which recently unveiled a new show called “ICONIC” for 2023.

Shopping at Tanger Outlets - Shop Tanger Hwy. 17 for the nation’s leading designer and brand name stores with the widest selection of today’s favorite fashion trends, all in a fun, clean, group-friendly environment!

DAY 2

Explore the heart of Myrtle Beach

Breakfast

Fill up at your host hotel - Enjoy a hearty, complimentary breakfast at your host hotel filled with tasty options like bacon, sausage, eggs and southern treats like biscuits and gravy.

Morning Activity (Choose One)

Walk The Boardwalk - Dive into the heart of Myrtle Beach, walking the 1.2-mile promenade and taking in the oceanfront scenery. Stop for a cup of coffee, do some light shopping at The Gay Dolphin or grab breakfast at one of the many restaurants.

Shop at Broadway at The Beach - Freely explore this awesome 350-acre complex and enjoy shopping at more than 75 different shops, explore the area’s many attractions or just enjoy the atmosphere of this lively entertainment center and partake in people watching, feeding the fish, or enjoying public art installations.

Lunch

Lunch at Broadway - With so many restaurants to choose from, Broadway at the Beach serves up good food, good drinks and good times.

From all-American steaks, hamburgers, and seafood to the international flavor of fajitas and sushi, Broadway has it all.

Barefoot Queen Riverboat

Tanger Outlets

The Hangout

Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

Afternoon Activity (Choose One)

Explore Brookgreen Gardens - The gardens feature American sculpture, botanical gardens, Lowcountry history and a zoo. Located on 9,000+ acres of former rice plantation land, this historic site’s natural and cultivated landscape is a “must see” stop for any motorcoach group.

Enjoy a Magic Show - Make your Myrtle Beach trip truly magical with a show from a top-notch illusionist at either Broadway at the Beach’s Wonders Theatre or GTS Theatre in Myrtle Beach. Take in a matinee at Wonders with Internationally-known Illusionist Charles Bach, or enjoy the Comedic Magic stylings of Michael Bairefoot at GTS.

Brookgreen Gardens

Take an Eco-Tour - Discover local wildlife with a Myrtle Beach Eco Tour. Explore Murrells Inlet and its beautiful saltwater marsh estuary as your group enjoys the tranquil waters, bird watching and observing the underwater sea life with a naturalist. There’s also a shelling cruise where you can disembark onto the beach and dune area searching for local treasures and shells.

Dinner (Choose One)

Seafood Dinner - The Original Benjamin’s Calabash Seafood has been an icon in Myrtle Beach for more than 30 years. The restaurant serves Calabash-style seafood lightly battered and deep-fried.

Other amazing options for enjoying a fresh-catch include Giant Crab, Chestnut Hill and Bubba’s Fish Camp & Smokehouse.

Murrells Inlet MarshWalk - Enjoy dinner at the MarshWalk, located along the gorgeous salt marsh of Murrells Inlet.

The area’s finest restaurants are located here and offer everything from burgers and fries to prepared-to-order fresh seafood, wood-fired pizzas, and the finest steaks around. Check out spots like Dead Dog Saloon, Drunken Jack’s or Wicked Tuna.

Try a Dinner Show - What’s better than a great meal at The Beach? A great meal at the beach with exciting live entertainment at one of our dinner shows! Experience the swashbuckling fun of Pirates Voyage — a show filled with acrobatics, diving, animals and action — or transport back to the days of knights, jousts, and sword fights with a trip to Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament.

Evening Activity (Choose One)

Night Flights at The SkyWheel - The iconic Myrtle Beach SkyWheel is a oneof-a-kind experience that will wow visitors any time of day — but it’s especially interesting at night. Take a night flight on the nearly 200-foot-tall wheel and get a unique perspective on Myrtle Beach’s oceanfront downtown area and also enjoy an awesome lights show from the wheel’s more than 1 million LED lights.

Take in a Tribute Show - Throwback to the music of the past with one of the great tribute shows offered along the Grand Strand. We have 10 theaters in all, with spots such as GTS Theatre, Broadway Theater and Legends In Concert all specializing in shows paying tribute to top-notch artists.

Enjoy a show with your group!

Crab Legs at Original Benjamin’s

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STUDENT & EDUCATIONAL GROUP ITINERARY

With its 60 miles of beaches, thousands of exciting attractions and endless opportunities for learning — and fun! — Myrtle Beach is a great place for planning a student group trip. To help you begin the process, our team has created this sample two-day itinerary, which can be easily customized for your student group. Contact Visit Myrtle Beach to get a custom itinerary built for you!

DAY 1

Lowcountry Tours & Lots More Fun to Explore!

Morning

Breakfast at hotel - Enjoy a hearty, complimentary breakfast at your host hotel filled with tasty options like bacon, sausage, eggs and southern treats like biscuits and gravy.

Morning Activity (Choose One)

Take an Eco-Tour - Discover local wildlife with a Myrtle Beach Eco Tour. Explore Murrells Inlet and its beautiful saltwater marsh estuary as your group enjoys the tranquil waters, bird watching and observing the underwater sea life with a naturalist.

There’s also a shelling cruise where you can disembark onto the beach and dune area searching for local treasures and shells.

Huntington Beach State Park

Explore Huntington Beach State Park - This is a great place to ride bikes, walk, swim, and relax on the pristine beaches.

Explore the nature center where you can join a field trip led by staff educators or explore the historic Atalaya castle. You may even be lucky enough to see alligators!

Fishing, boating, bird watching are also fun activities that you can do at Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch at Murrells Inlet MarshWalk - Some of the area’s finest restaurants are located along the waterfront here and offer everything from burgers and fries to prepared-to-order fresh seafood, wood-fired pizzas, and great steaks. Check out spots like Dead Dog Saloon, Drunken Jack’s or Wicked Tuna for great food here.

Afternoon Activity (Choose One)

Grab a round of mini-golf - We are known as “The Golf Capital of the World” because of its 90+ golf courses and more than 30 miniature golf courses.

Treat your group to a round of putt-putt at Captain Hook’s Mini Golf and enjoy 18 holes of pirate-themed fun and a little healthy competition.

Fly High Above Downtown - The iconic Myrtle Beach SkyWheel is a one-of-a-kind experience that will wow visitors of all ages. Fly high on the nearly 200-foot-tall wheel and get a unique perspective on Myrtle Beach’s oceanfront downtown area.

Dinner

Take in a Dinner Show - What’s better than a great meal at The Beach? A great meal at the beach with exciting live entertainment at one of our dinner shows!

Experience the swashbuckling fun of Pirates Voyage — a show filled with acrobatics, diving, animals and action — or transport back to the days of knights, jousts, and sword fights with a trip to Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament.

Evening Activity (Choose One)

Hang out at the hotel - Some of the best moments of a group trip are the ones spent having downtime with your friends and classmates. Enjoy a “quiet” evening at the hotel and bond over board games, grab a late-night snack or just hang out by the pool.

Grab a Sweet Treat - Wind down your day with a trip to a local ice cream parlor or shake shop. Your group is sure to flip for fun concoctions from the many stops on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk or an outrageous milkshake from The Crazy Mason.

DAY 2

Hands-On Learning Meets Pure Fun

Morning

Breakfast at The Beach - Of course, the easiest way to fuel your day is the free breakfast options at your hotel, but if you’re looking to splurge a little, can branch out to one of the area’s many buffets, sure to fill up even the hungriest teens.

Explore The Beach - After breakfast, burn off a little energy with some free time on our sandy shores. Let your group relax, play games and dip their toes in the Atlantic Ocean or create some fun team-building activities to be done oceanfront.

Captain Hook’s Mini Golf

Morning Activity

Hands-On Learning Experiences - Dive into educational opportunities for students with a group session at one of The Beach’s top attractions.

Places such as Ripley’s Aquarium, Medieval Times and Wonderworks offer immersive learning experiences, while theaters like Alabama Theatre, The Carolina Opry, Legends in Concert, Broadway Theater and GTS Theatre, also offer performance workshops and technical tours.

Lunch

Lunch at Broadway - Depart for Broadway at the Beach, where students can do lunch on their own or together at one of the restaurants. There are 22 awesome eateries to choose from, but a few that are especially welcoming for student groups include The Hangout, Hard Rock Café and Dave & Busters.

Afternoon Activity (Choose One)

Unique Ways to Learn - There are tons of great things to see at Broadway at the Beach, including a pair of outstanding museums which will transport your students to another world.

Ripley’s Aquarium takes you under the sea with tons of fun and educational opportunities and underwater adventures —plus a brandnew sloth habitat! Wonderworks explores the world of STEM education with tons of interactive exhibits that will wow visitors of all ages.

Enjoy a Show - Also located at Broadway at the Beach are several places to see some of the best entertainment around.

Check out classic musical hits with a trip to Legends in Concert or Broadway Theater, experience mind-boggling magic at Charles Bach Wonders Theatre or take an immersive trip through Springfield at the Simpsons in 4D Theater.

Dinner

Seafood Dinner - No trip to The Beach is complete without trying some fresh-caught coastal seafood. There are tons of great options to enjoy, but a few group-friendly spots we’d recommend include: Giant Crab, Original Benjamins, Seafood World, Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s North Myrtle Beach and Riptydz Oceanfront Grille & Rooftop Bar.

Evening Activity (Choose One)

Jump around - It’s big fun for all ages when you host a group outing at either Big Air Trampoline Park or Sky Zone Myrtle Beach.

Jump around and get out some of that extra energy, get a little exercise and have an absolute blast in the process as your group bounces, climbs and tumbles its way through a fun morning.

Indoor Family Fun - Wrap up your day with fun for all ages at indoor amusement centers like 810 Billiards & Bowling at The Market Common or Stars & Strikes Family Entertainment Center — an all-new complex at Coastal Grand Mall.

The 52,500-square-foot Stars and Strikes offers bowling, an arcade, a multi-story laser tag arena and axe throwing and more.

The Hangout

Big Air Trampoline Park

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CVB GROUP SERVICES

Take advantage of the services offered by the Myrtle Beach Area CVB Group Sales team, nationally recognized with the Gold Service Award by Meetings & Conventions magazine and the Pinnacle Award by Successful Meetings magazine.

From the initial planning stages to execution, our staff will partner with you to match the best of Myrtle Beach with the needs of your group.

Lead Service

We can help connect event planners like you with the facilities, hotel, attractions and restaurants you need to run a successful event. Participants in our lead service will have their group needs distributed to the area’s top suppliers.

Your group will receive a compiled bid book of proposals or partners will submit their bids directly to you.

Site Visits & FAM tours

The Visit Myrtle Beach team can help you vet potential locations for your group event meeting or conference.

We will arrange site inspections of the facilities, hotels and attractions that you are considering for your event.

FEATURED SERVICE Motorcoach Meet & Greet

The Visit Myrtle Beach team would like to personally express our appreciation to your group for visiting our area!

Upon arrival, your motorcoach can stop by the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center at 1200 North Oak Street in Myrtle Beach anytime from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

A representative from our team will greet your guests and give each person a souvenir. Contact us at 800-488-8998 for more details.

MORE INFO Stop by Our Visitors Centers

Our two official visitor centers are great resources for more information on transportation as well as attractions, lodging, and all things Myrtle Beach!

Myrtle Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Office and Welcome Center

1200 North Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

(843) 626-7444 or (800) 356-3016

Hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Media & Government Contacts

Looking to make a big splash with your next event? Visit Myrtle Beach will provide media lists for securing local publicity for your event.

We can also contact public officials or other government and civic organizations to assist you in planning your convention activities.

Myrtle Beach International Airport Welcome Center

1100 Jetport Road, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

(843) 626-7444 or (800) 356-3016

Hours are seasonal, call for more info

Promotional Assets

Our marketing team can provide you with photography and other assets for your promotional and marketing materials.

For more information on obtaining assets, email your request to media@visitmyrtlebeach.com or request photos at visitmyrtlebeach.com/media

See Why We’re America’s Beachiest Beach!

Our accolades speak for themselves — it’s no wonder so many groups choose to visit Myrtle Beach. Here are some of the honors we have received that show why we’re America’s Beachiest Beach!

Conde Nast Traveler

Most Popular Summer Travel Destinations

ConventionSOUTH Magazine

Readers’ Choice Award - Top Meeting Site/Destination in South

FamilyFun Magazine

Top 10 Tourist Towns; Top 10 Vacation Destination In The South

Hotelplanner.com

Top 10 Most Group Friendly Beach Cities in the United States

Parents Magazine

Best Hotels for Kids Around The World

Reader’s Digest

15 Best Affordable Beach Vacation in U.S.

Southern Living

South’s Best Holiday Experiences

Travel + Leisure

25 Most Festive Christmas Towns

Travel Awaits

10 Best Multigenerational Trip Destinations

Tripadvisor

Top 25 Beaches; Top 25 U.S. Destinations

U.S. News & World Report

Best Family Beach Vacations In the USA

USA Today

Best Golf Destination; Best Small Airport in U.S.; Top Autism-Friendly Vacations