Location: Garden City Beach
Top Things to do in Garden City Beach
The 10 Best Things to do in Garden City Beach, South Carolina (SC)
Garden City’s main attraction is the beach. Grab a boogie board and body surf on the waves, or build sand castles with the kids. For more exciting water fun, you can drive up the road to visit Myrtle Waves, a large water park with fun water slides and a lazy river. Adventurous adults can try parasailing above the ocean, and then relaxing with a fishing pole on the pier.There are so many things to do on the Grand Strand. Myrtle Beach has a new boardwalk and attractions including a giant Ferris wheel. You can visit Ripley's Believe It or Not museum and see the oddities, play in an arcade game, or get a hot dog from Peaches Corners. If you travel to Broadway at the Beach, you have a wide choice of restaurants including Margaretville, owned by Jimmy Buffett. There is also mini golf, a movie theater, and countless shops. Seafood is the order of the day in the Grand Strand and one of the finest seafood restaurants around is located right in Garden City, maybe even in walking distance of your vacation rental. Sara J's is located right on the marsh, and if the weather is good, you can enjoy your meal outside on the deck. There are numerous restaurants up and down the Strand offering a myriad of choices.The Carolina Opry, Legends in Concert, and the House of Blues all provide live entertainment. You can find clubs to go dancing or quiet little bars to have a drink.
Restaurants in Garden City Beach
1. Village Surf Shoppe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
We are the home of Perfection Surfboards. We are also the oldest surf shop in town. We have been in business since 1969. We carry all of the major surf lines including Billabong, RVCA, Reef, Electric Visual, Quiksilver, Insight, Brixton, Rainbow Sandals and Rip Curl. We also offer surf lessons. So stop by and check us out for all of your surfing needs.
2. Spokes and Bones Saloon
3. Two Sisters with Southern Charm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By daniellemcl - Lovington, United States
This is a great little store with cute items that highlight both the area charm and Southern influence. We had fun looking around and bought some unique items to remind of our stay in the area!
4. Carolina Escape Games
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 80 reviews
Escaping our fascinating "rooms" is the most popular fun activity to do in the area. Great challenge, and even greater excitement/fun for the whole family, friends and coworkers at almost any age. Recommended for anyone over 8 years old.
5. The Pier at Garden City Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 480 reviews
Reviewed By GoodolDays54
Love the small town 'beachy' atmosphere of the pier and surrounding area, only a few miles south of the commercial, touristy Myrtle Beach. We enjoyed both environments on different days. In response to "moochtn"...If you are serious about only wanting rest/relaxation, we stayed just a mile north at the Holiday Inn, right on the beach. It was quiet and relaxing. At night all we heard was the waves spilling onto the beach. There is a pool, hot tub, and fire pit area. Very romantic evening lighting. I believe we heard the faint booming of the fireworks, down the beach at the pier, but not obtrusive by any means. It did make us curious to find out what was going on...especially after all that 'rest and relaxation' ...know what I mean?
6. Tupelo Bay Golf Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 117 reviews
Reviewed By smithlakefarms - Plattsmouth, United States
Staff (guessing most are retired golfers) were extremely pleasant, helpful and friendly. The course was well maintained and an interesting and fun par 3 and par 4 with plenty of water and sand hazards. Highly recommended if you need to work on your short game. Restrooms were clean and well kept. Plentiful wildlife and birds.
7. Gilligan's Island Funland
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 82 reviews
Great fun for the entire family, we have two challenging 18 hole mini golf courses. Your adventure will take you around waterfalls and streams, over bridges and through caves. Come on out and play them both!!
Reviewed By 12Leslie
We thoroughly enjoyed our family outing at Gilligans Island Mini Golf. The staff was very good with the pre-k kids with us. The course is older but maintained. We will definitely go back.
8. The International Club of Myrtle Beach
9. Wings Beachwear
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 12 reviews
Since 1978 WINGS has been providing exceptional merchandise at great prices.Throughout the years we have grown to 30 locations nationwide. We offer resort clothing for all ages, a swimwear section unmatched, an enormous souvenir department, and a selection of chairs, umbrellas, and other beach accessories that is the best in town. Supplying All You Need To Reach The Beach™
10. Myrtle Beach Surf School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
