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Traveling with kids in Myrtle Beach, SC

by Debbie Lester

Myrtle Beach is a kids dream come true. There are so many wonderful ideas for family fun and adventure on the Grand Strand that it's hard to decide what you want to do first. Everything from educational activities to live entertainment can be found. There's something for eveyone in the family to enjoy. Here's a few ideas to get you started on your Myrtle Beach adventure.

1.) Family Kingdom Amusement Park

300 South Ocean Blvd.

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Telephone: 843-626-3447

http://www.family-kingdom.com/

Family Kingdom is an old-time, warm and friendly amusement park that won't break the family bank. It has over 30 rides including South Carolina's largest ferris wheel with one of a kind views of the ocean. Lots of rides for the whole family.

2.) NASCAR Speedpark

1820 21st Ave. N. Ext. Myrtle Beach, SC 843-918-8725

http://www.nascarspeedpark.com/myrtlebea ch.html

The NASCAR Speedpark has 7 exciting tracks, 2 NASCAR themed mini-golf courses and lots of Kiddie Rides for the little ones.

3.) Myrtle Beach State Park

4401 South Kings HWY Myrtle Beach,SC 29575

Phone: (843) 238-5325

http://www.southcarolinaparks.com/park-finde r/state-park/795.aspx

This is a state park that has an open beach, campgrounds, a fishing pier and oceanfront wooded areas for hiking and picnicking.

4.) Myrtle Waves Water Park

Hwy 17 Bypass and Mr. Joe White Ave. (10th Ave. N)

Myrtle Beach, SC. 29579

843-913-9260

http://www.myrtlewaves.com/default. asp

Myrtle Waves Water Park is South Carolina's largest water park with 20 acres of slides for the entire family.

5.) Magiquest Myrtle Beach

1185 Celebrity Circle,

Broadway At The Beach

Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Phone: (843)916-1800

http://www.magiquest.com/home.html

Magiq uest is an interactive adventure for the whole family. You are given a wand and wander through the castle changing things as you go.

6.) Children's Museum of South Carolina

2501 North Kings Highway

Myrtle Beach, SC. 29577

(843)946-9469.

http://www.cmsckids.org/

Come, explore and play! The Children's Museum of South Carolina provides educational, interactive exhibits and programs for the whole family.

7.) Great American Riverboat Company

8500 Enterprise Rd Myrtle Beach, SC 29588

Toll-Free: 1-800-685-6601

http://www.mbriverboat.com/new/main.as px

At the Great American Riverboat Company families can find intimate pleasure boat trips for the entire family where you can see wildlife and enjoy a cruise on the river or rent jet propelled boats for speed.

8.) Cherry Grove Pier

Cherry Grove Fishing Pier 3500 North Ocean Boulevard North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582 843-249-1625

http://www.cherrygrovepier.com/

Cherry Grove Pier, provides fishing and enjoyment for the whole family. Many world record fish have been caught here.

9.) Coastal Scuba

1901 Hwy 17 South North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

1-800-249-9388 long distance

http://www.coastalscuba.com/

Coastal Scuba provides a Kid Adventure where youngsters are taught to scuba dive in a large pool. A touch tank is also provided with horse shoe crabs, star fish and sea Urchins for the children to touch and learn about.

10.) Franklin G. Burrroughs Art Museum

3100 South Ocean Boulevard

Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 phone 843.238.2510

http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/inde x.shtml

This art museum provides free family with activities themed around special days like Chinese New Year, the Gullah Cultural Celebration, and Da de los Muertos.

11.) Ghosts and Legends Theatre

Barefoot Landing at 4818 Hwy. 17 South

North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

(843) 361-2700

http://www.ghostshows.com/

The Ghosts and Legends theatre has a program for kids in the afternoons where they are taken on a pirate ship adventure complete with songs, activities and a treasure hunt.

12.) Hard Rock Park

211 George Bishop Pkwy., Myrtle Beach

843-236-ROCK (7625)

http://www.hardrockpark.com/

Hard Rock Park provides a variety of activities for the entire family, including rides, shows and many activities designed just for the younger set.

13.) Leaps N Bounce

(843) 215-0819 3236A Holmestown Rd Myrtle Beach, SC 29588

http://www.leapsnbounceonline.com/

Leaps N Bounce is an inflatable play center where kids and parents alike can run, jump and bounce. There is a Toddler Town for younger kids and a Monster truck Moon Bounce and Sticky Velcro Wall for older children.

14.) Mirror Maze USA

Barefoot Landing, 4910-BC Hwy. 17 S., NMB

Myrtle Beach: 843-663-2700

http://www.mirrormazeusa.com/

At the Mirror Maze children will enjoy going through the maze of over 1000 mirrors. You can go through as many times as you like and the experience will never be the same twice.

15.) Palace Theatre Home of Le Grand Cirque

21st Ave. N. & Hwy. 17 Bypass

Myrtle Beach

843-448-0588

http://www.palacetheatremyrtlebeach .com/

Le Grand Cirque was voted the best live family show on the Grand Strand, with over 50 world class, acrobats, jugglers and performers from all over the world.

16.) Ripley's Aquarium

1110 Celebrity Cir., Myrtle Beach

843-916-0888

http://www.ripleysaquarium.com/

The Ripley's Aquarium is a world-class marine life facility for the whole family. You can view marine life from all over the world and see demonstrations and activities for the youngsters. Educational and fun.

17.) T.I.G.E.R.S. Preservation Station

Barefoot Landing, N. Myrtle Beach

843-361-4552

http://www.myrtlebeachsafari.com/

Th is is a once in a life time experience to see the big cats up close and personal with no cages. Bengal and white tigers as well as the very rare Golden Tabby Tiger.

18.) Alligator Adventure

Alligator Adventure, Hwy 17 at Barefoot Landing,

North Myrtle Beach S.C.,

843-361-0789

http://www.alligatoradventure.com/

A t Alligator Adventure you will see one of natures fiercest and most beautiful animals. You will also see many other types of reptiles and beautiful marshes and swamps.

19.) Butterfly Pavilion

Broadway at the Beach

Myrtle Beach

1-877-280-2751

The Butterfly Pavilion is a fully enclosed butterfly habitat with North American and tropical butterflies. It contains a 30 ft. waterfall, a sunken pirate ship, colorful moths, butterflies and birds. Great adventure for the whole family.

20.) Medieval Times

Fantasy Harbour, 2904 Fantasy Way,

Myrtle Beach

(843) 236-8080

http://www.medievaltimes.com/findcastles/myr tlebeach/

This is a dinner show for the whole family with a four course meal and a show containing jousting, sword fighting and other medieval themed activities.

21,) Waccatee Zoological Farm

8500 Enterprise Rd. (in the Socastee Community),

Myrtle Beach

(843) 650-8500

http://www.waccateezoo.com/

The Waccatee Zoological Park is a 500 acre park with over 100 species of animals for the whole family to view and enjoy.

22.) Build A Bear Workshop

1301 Celebrity Circle, #FS3 Myrtle Beach, SC

phone: +1 843 445 7675

http://www.buildabear.com/aboutus/contactus/find astore/storedetail.aspx?WorkshopId=006

The popular Build A Bear Workshop is a place where children of all ages can make a stuffed pet to take home with them to remind them of their visit to Myrtle Beach.

23.) Paradise Skate Center

3061 Newcastle Loop Myrtle Beach, SC

phone: +1 843 650 7655

The Paradise Skate Center is a great place to spend a rainy day in Myrtle Beach with roller skating activities for the whole family.

24.) Sun Fun Festival

1200 North Oak Street , (Myrtle Beach Pavilion) Myrtle Beach, SC

phone: +1 843 916 7239

http://www.sunfunfestival.com/

Admission is free to the Sun Fun Festival every year. There are many activities to choose from including a 5K run for parents or a bubble blowing contest for the youngsters.

25.) Carolina Safari Jeep Tours

Carolina Safari Jeep Tours PO Box 6799 Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

843-497-5330

http://www.carolinasafari.com/index .htm

Take a jeep tour through the swamps and marshes of South Carolina where you and your family can view nature up close as well as, lots of natural beauty.

26.) Fun Spot Action Park

500 South Ocean Blvd;

Myrtle Beach, SC.

843-448-5716

Fun Spot Action Park has a number of things to choose from for the whole family including go-carts and bumper boats, and lots of kiddie rides.

27.) Dixie Stampede

8901-B Highway 17 North Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

(800) 433-4401.

http://www.dixiestampede.com/myrtlebeach.ph p

The Dixie Stampede is famous for its dinner show throughout the U.S. From its stunt riders to its amazing horse feats. Something to see for the whole family.

28.) Awesome Balloon Flights

401 Ashwood Lane Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29575 +1 843 215 7990

Take your family for a beautiful relaxing hot air balloon ride, over the city of Myrtle Beach.

29.) Kart-Trax Formula Racing

3901 North Kings Highway,

Myrtle Beach, SC

Phone: 843- 916-1111.

http://www.kart-trax.com/

Kart Trax is another go-cart track where families can ride the go-carts, boats or play in the arcade.

30.) Huffman Helicopters

HANGAR LOCATION 3231 Victory Street, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

HELIBASE LOCATION 3000 S. Kings Hwy. Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Phone 800-579-HELI(4354)

http://029ca61.netsolhost.com/insi de.html

Why not take a helicopter ride for the whole family and see Myrtle Beach from a different perspective.

Myrtle Beach is a tourist area made for families. You can't beat a kids paradise for your next family vacation. There are many activities and attractions to choose from. Try our suggestions for your next family vacation and get ready for your own adventure.

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