Location: Pawleys Island
Top Things to do in Pawleys Island
What to do and see in Pawleys Island, South Carolina (SC): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Located on South Carolina's beautiful Grand Strand, Pawley's Island is the laid back alternative to the Myrtle Beach vacation. Shopping, dining, or golfing is all within reach. Just south of Myrtle Beach, Pawley's Island is best known for the Hammock Shops, a unique shopping experience of quaint small shops nestled under trees full of Spanish Moss. You can find everything from shoes to local artwork, or you might choose to go golfing on one of the many world-class golf courses in the area. While Pawley's is quieter and more relaxed than nearby Myrtle Beach, the latter's close proximity provides infinite possibilities for dining and nightlife. Murrell's Inlet, a quaint fishing village, and its bevy of seafood restaurants is just up the road and also has a Salt Marsh Preserve. Simple but delicious hamburgers at the River City cafe or finer dining at one of the hundreds of other restaurants are all within short driving distance. After dinner you might seek out one of the many venues for arts and entertainment. The Carolina Opry is well known for its amazing shows. You can see a live show or dance the night away…or both! Enjoying the beach is the obvious activity but there is so much more to do than just that. Parasailing is a popular option, as is a visit to the Huntington State Park to explore the local flora and fauna. The park has many programs to entertain and enlighten both the young and old. On the grounds is Atalaya, the home of the artist Anna Hyatt Huntington. Just across the street is Brookgreen Gardens which features many of the sculptures of the artist as well as the lovely manicured gardens.
Restaurants in Pawleys Island
1. Steve Dresser Golf Academy
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 68 reviews
Near Myrtle Beach, SC in Pawleys Island we are a full service golf school with private driving range located at True Blue Plantation and Caledonia Golf and Fish Club. 4 indoor hitting bays that open out to the range, digital video units, 2 PGA Teachers of the Year, on site accommodations, all inclusive packages, TOP 25 Golf Schools, Top 100 Club Fitters, Titleist Advanced Fitting Center, Golf Channel Academy, 8 Fitting carts
Reviewed By TimC35 - Winchester, United States
I'm sided to attend this golf Academy after doing extensive research on all of the golf schools in the greater Myrtle Beach area. I was more than impressed with the level of attention they give each student and they were able to do a ton with my golf swing. I look forward to returning and another year I have them evaluate my Swain then after I put in place what they have taught me. I noticed on my 1st round after the Academy I was hitting the ball about 20 yd longer so I have to re learn how to hit my clubs which is a good problem to have since they are on the fairway now. I highly recommend this golf school
2. Captain Steve's River Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 58 reviews
customized private pontoon boat tours on the waccamaw river. Leaving daily from the reserve harbor yacht club located at pawley's island, sc.
3. Carolina Guide Service Fishing Charters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 152 reviews
The pristine saltwater estuaries surrounding the Pawleys Island area offer some of the best year-round fishing on the East Coast. Captain Jordan Pate owner operator of Carolina Guide Service is a Pawleys Island native with over 25 years of experience fishing these waters. Capt Jordan offers inshore fishing excursions for anglers of all skill levels and he is dedicated to making your fishing trip fun and enjoyable. Specializing in Light Tackle and Fly Fishing Charters for Red Drum, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Tarpon, and Sharks, all fishing charters are customized to the way you like to fish. Captain Jordan Pate will provide all the fishing tackle, bait, fishing license, and a cooler with ice. We also offer River and Lighthouse Tours, Alligator and Dolphin Watching tours which are a great way to experience the best of what the South Carolina Lowcountry has to offer.
4. All Fired Up Studio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Walk-in paint your own pottery and other fired arts studio. No reservations or previous experience necessary. necessary. Pottery painting, fused glass and clay; hand building or try "throwing" on the wheel. Fun for all ages, every skill level. Choose from over 100 pieces of pottery for both children and adults. Get creative with our stencils, sponges, writers, paints and specialty glazes. We share all of our tips and techniques with you so you can create a beautiful, functional piece of pottery. Our staff is knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. Come in and exoerience your inner artist!
Reviewed By drr2003
Just got home from a wonderful morning painting an 18” Christmas Tree and I am in awe of the fun I had not only painting but the ladies I met while I was there! Carla was such a nice and helpful instructor! Such a peaceful, quint place and I am looking forward to going back to pick up my finished product and painting something else! Thanks again Carla for all your help!
5. Cyclopedia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
We rent bicycles for the whole family, including baby seats, child trailers and trail-a-bikes. Helmets and locks provided. Delivery service available. All bicycles are regularly serviced and cleaned to keep them in great shape. You can park, rent and then go ride on the nearby Waccamaw Neck Bikeway.
Reviewed By anchoredtoadventure - Elverson, United States
We’ve been coming to Pawley’s Island for years and finally took advantage of renting bikes. Cyclopadia was responsive and able to deliver directly to our condo the next day. We opted for the hybrid style bikes, which were in great shape and reasonably priced! They included a attached bag, water bottle holder and carrier on back. We rode the bike path several days, which is a safer option to roads. Highly recommend the ride from Pawley’s Island, through Huntington Beach State Park to the Marsh Walk at Murrel’s Inlet! We will definitely use Cyclopedia again and highly recommend!!
6. Pawleys Kayaks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 112 reviews
Pawleys Kayaks is the place for kayak, canoe and stand-up paddleboard rentals. Offering the best rates in the area and unbeatable customer service. Short-term or long-term rentals delivered directly to your location at no charge. Serving Pawleys Island, Litchfield, and surrounding areas.
Reviewed By alexrD9865NV
Molly and her husband are great hard working people, customer service is a 5 star. Just give them a call 843 315 4567 or check out the web site www pawleyskayaks.com . I did a day trip from Charlotte. I rented 2 fishing kayaks for a very affordable price . She provided an anchor and life jackets per kayak . She also rents crab traps I had a blast. Pawleys island creek is loaded with fish and crabs.
7. Atalaya Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 367 reviews
Reviewed By EvanGuthrie - Charleston, United States
Atalaya Castle at Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet is a cool castle and home on the beach that is fun to explore, climb on, and imagine what everything was like when it was operational. I really like the design and location of everything. I did not know this existed the many times I passed by and it was fun to check out.
8. All Saints Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By santosalee - Goodlettsville, United States
We visited the cemetery mainly to visit Alice Flagg’s memorial, which we found, along with many other historical graves and just a beautiful place. The moss on the trees and the old church made for a calm, peaceful feeling. We thoroughly enjoyed walking the shaded paths through the area.
9. Surf the Earth
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Surf the Earth is Pawleys Island's ONLY surf shop. We specialize in getting you and your family out on the water. We offer private surf lessons, paddleboard and kayak tours through the salt marsh and week long surf camps just name a few. We also offer daily and weekly rentals of surfboards, paddleboards, kayaks, skimboards and bodyboards with FREE local delivery!
10. Willbrook Plantation Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 97 reviews
Rated as one of the "Top 100 For Women" by Golf For Women Magazine, this scenic course is known for its tactical play.
Reviewed By louk222
Course was in fantastic shape yesterday and it is definately a "shotmakers" course if you plan on playing there. I read reviews where people complained about trees in the way on certain holes and you just have to play position golf. Greens were receptive and fast, course was overseeded wall to wall and all bunkers were raked with nice sand in them...we played on a busy day in 4 1/2 hours with a short stop at the clubhouse after 9 holes. I have only played there one other time.....and will certainly go back with my golf group...we had 20 players there yesterday!
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