A 3-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Myrtle Beach

  • Day 1: Broadway at the Beach
    10 minutes (3 miles) from Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

    Broadway at the Beach is a popular destination for families featuring a wide array of attractions, including shopping, restaurants, and entertainment options. Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as mini-golf and zip-lining or visit the WonderWorks museum.

  • Day 2: Myrtle Beach State Park
    15 minutes (6.2 miles) from Broadway at the Beach

    Myrtle Beach State Park is a perfect spot for families seeking outdoor activities. Visitors can enjoy a beautiful beach, nature trails, fishing piers, and picnic areas. Families can also visit the nature center and learn about the local flora and fauna.

  • Day 3: Family Kingdom Amusement Park
    5 minutes (1.3 miles) from Myrtle Beach State Park

    Family Kingdom Amusement Park is an exciting destination for families. Visitors can enjoy a variety of rides such as a wooden roller coaster and a Ferris wheel, as well as a water park with several fun water slides. The park also offers games and other attractions for all ages.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Broadway at the Beach (2-4 hours, Free admission)
  • Myrtle Beach State Park (4-6 hours, $8 for adults, $5 for children aged 6-15)
  • Family Kingdom Amusement Park (4-6 hours, $28 per person for unlimited rides, $16 for a water park day pass)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $126 (excluding transportation and accommodation)

Transportation

Families can easily get around Myrtle Beach using a car. Several rental companies offer cars for low rates. Travelling by bike is also an excellent option, as Myrtle Beach offers a vast trail network for bike riders. Cab services and public transportation are available, but families should consider that Myrtle Beach is a spread-out city and factor travel time into their itinerary.

Estimated Travel Costs: $30-$50 per day.

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Ripley's Aquarium or take a Dolphin Watching Tour. If you have less time, you could skip Myrtle Beach State Park or Family Kingdom Amusement Park.

Airports

Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) is the primary airport serving the Myrtle Beach area. It's located three miles southwest of Myrtle Beach and serves multiple airlines such as Delta, United, and Spirit Airlines.

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