North Myrtle Beach

North Myrtle Beach is a city in South Carolina. It’s part of the Grand Strand, a 60-mile string of Atlantic beaches. Downtown, Main Street is lined with shops, eateries and bars. Alligator Adventure is an animal park featuring swamps with reptiles, plus live shows. By the ocean, O.D. Pavilion Amusement Park offers fairground rides and traditional snacks. Nearby McLean Park has a lake and picnic shelters.
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Barefoot Landing
1. Barefoot Landing
4.6
(16116)
Shopping mall
Sights & Landmarks
Retail & entertainment village around a lake with restaurants, a theater, visitor center & carousel.
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A Must-Visit Spot in Myrtle Beach! Barefoot Landing is a beautiful and vibrant place that perfectly combines shopping, dining, and entertainment, making it a must-visit during any trip to Myrtle Beach. We loved the atmosphere here – from the charming boardwalks to the scenic lake in the center, where you can actually spot wildlife like turtles and even crocodiles! There’s a great mix of boutique shops, restaurants, and bars, and we especially enjoyed coming in the evenings when live concerts were taking place – the energy was amazing and added so much to the experience. The whole layout of the place is thoughtfully designed, making it a pleasant place to stroll around, whether you’re shopping, grabbing a drink, or just enjoying the views. We liked it so much we ended up going more than once during our vacation! Highly recommended for families, couples, or anyone looking for a fun and relaxing place to hang out in Myrtle Beach. Don’t miss it!
Barefoot Landing is a great little spot to hang out and kill some time and do some shopping. Most of the shops are overpriced touristy stuff but there are a few gems in there. The ticketed rides are extremely overpriced. Almost $7 to ride the carousel. There’s some nice views and the restaurants looked nice but we had eaten before we visited. Bring something to keep yourself hydrated as there are no water stations here (which is extremely annoying). Bottled water is $2+ at the stores. Seems like a disservice to not offer water when the shade is pretty limited.
What a beautiful place!! This is perfect for family a place to unwind, stroll around this place offer everything, from entertainment, food and activities, me and my family spend some times here, they have a lawn that you can get your own beach chair to watch their show, my daughter likes it and somehow participated, they also have a small inlet with boat and of course this place is surrounded by different kind of restaurants you have so many options, they also have a big playground where my kids spend hours of playing, and parents can always buy a refreshing drinks or cocktails while watching kids play, the bathroom is located inside the arcade, it's not clean enough that's the reason why I gave 4 star the bathroom is not maintained and it's stinky, other than that you can spend your all day on this place and I highly recommended family to visit barefoot landing whenever you visit Myrtle Beach.
Similar to Broadway at the Beach, Barefoot Landing has quite a selection of shopping, food, and quality entertainment in north Myrtle Beach. During the day, visitors can shop for apparel, jewelry, and gifts or pick from a wide variety of attractions. Barefoot Landing is a shopping, dining and entertainment destination all in one. It is a must-see during your Myrtle Beach vacation. They have wonderful annual events, live music, great restaurants, and plenty of family-friendly fun all year round. It’s also very dog-friendly with specialty shops for your pooch and water dishes outside of many retailers around the complex. Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s has a huge menu and is a great spot for families with little ones with a fun beach and plenty of seating. Enjoy the beautiful waterway views with a cold drink in hand at a few great spots around Barefoot Landing. We had the best time at Crooked Hammock Brewery
Very nice place, I liked walking there beside water seeing the yachts and boats, beautiful architecture, Christmas decorations, lights, the harbor and beautiful shops and restaurants.
If you grew up going to N. Myrtle, there’s a good chance you grew up at Barefoot Landing. Coming back as an adult feels like you never left. The walkways over the water, the magic shop, etc. The property itself is super clean, and there lots of things for the kiddos to do. Definitely recommend the playground to bring off some energy. Highly recommend!
Barefoot Landing have fantastic stores, foods, and more, it’s a great place to visit with friends and families, their are also ponds with fishes and it also looks cool, also I look at shirts of Football (Soccer), pretty cool because I’m a fan of Football, and their are shirts, plush, shoes store in this area, pretty cool, besides this place is a 100% the best one yet, and in Myrtle Beach, their are other places to visit.
Beautiful and clean place to hang out and just relax with several food, snacks, shops and bars. Kids can play in the playground while you can grab a pint of beer next door and listen to live music.
Alligator Adventure
2. Alligator Adventure
4.6
(4731)
Zoo
Nature & Parks
Animal park showcasing a range of species featuring swamps with alligators, plus live shows.
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Our Alligator Adventure with Cape Fear Adventure Company was a great experience from start to finish! We spotted multiple alligators and turtles, and had a blast navigating through marsh areas with tall grass that made the paddle feel like a true adventure. We were paired with another group, but they were friendly and the outing felt relaxed and enjoyable. Captain Michael was knowledgeable, helpful, and kept a perfect pace that made it easy for everyone to keep up, no matter their skill level. This trip was fun, safe, and perfect for anyone looking to explore the wild side of the area without feeling overwhelmed. Highly recommend!
Wow! Great place to see the gators and others up close. Great presentations and feeding. Place is clean and well maintained. Although some of the wood walkways and fencing is looking weathered. I guess it adds to the ambiance! Park personnel are kind and patient. Gift store is stocked with cool stuff. By the by gators are everywhere in case you were wondering. Additionally there is a nature walk above the swamps and water. Additional buildings w/ lizards, frogs and of course snakes. Other animals and birds as well. Go, enjoy, and have fun.
Coming to this place was a highlight of my trip to Myrtle Beach! This is a great family friendly place to visit for all animal lovers. They house all sorts of animals and provide great resources for learning about them. There are live shows that make the experience all the more immersive. I have never gotten to see an alligator up close or even in person so coming to Alligator Adventure makes for a unique encounter for those visiting from northern regions like me or really anyone who loves and support animal conservation.
I have been by this place probably a thousand times in my life. We decided to head down from NC to check it out. Wow! This adventure was fantastic, from the native animals to exotic birds, this place has its act together. We were impressed with how the area looked and maintained. All the reptiles and animals looked well cared for and safe. All of the staff we encountered were very friendly and helpful. They have animals/reptiles from all over the world...and if you want to see gators and crocs up close??? This is your kind of place.
They must have literally thousands of alligators here separated to some degree by age groups. Nice, clean, fully accessible facility just north of Barefoot Landing. Very nice gift shop. Food choices at snack bar very limited. You gotta go here at least once.
I went with my kids. My kids absolutely loved this place. We went to 3 shows while we were there. We just loved walking around looking at all of the animals! I noticed all the animal enclosures were clean. They had fresh water, clean enclosures, and most had some type of food/snack available. Our highlight would have been Utan the 20ft or 21ft crocodile. The kids just could not get over how big his head is and how round he was as well. An educational experience we all enjoyed!
Alligator Adventure was such a fun and educational experience! There’s so much more than just alligators—we saw snakes, turtles, exotic birds, lamas, hyenas, and even a rare albino alligator. The live shows were a highlight; the staff are incredibly knowledgeable and engaging. The park is clean, well laid out, and easy to navigate. There are plenty of shady spots, which is great on a hot day. We especially loved seeing the giant alligators and crocodiles up close—some of them are absolutely massive!
This was a very interesting place to visit. They had lizards alligators snakes birds turtles laughing hyena line and much more, frogs. It was a very friendly place and we enjoyed every minute of it. If you are ever in this area I highly recommend that you go to this place it's a must, and your kids will love it as well.
Cherry Grove Beach
3. Cherry Grove Beach
Outdoor Activities
Beaches
Cherry Grove Beach, sometimes known as Cherry Grove, is a neighborhood of the city of North Myrtle Beach in Horry County, South Carolina, United States. The community lies along South Carolina Highway 9 and South Carolina Highway 65. The Cherry Grove Pier is a popular landmark of Cherry Grove. Wikipedia.
Safari Lodge Photo Encounter (Reservation Only)
4. Safari Lodge Photo Encounter (Reservation Only)
4.0
(683)
Wildlife refuge
Nature & Parks
Wildlife habitat for big cats & other animals, plus hands-on photos for a surcharge.
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I've dreamt of being able to do something like this for a long time. The staff here are not only fun & friendly, but they are extremely knowledgeable. If you're ever in the area I would highly recommend going, it's an experience you will never forget! Remember, their conservation efforts do not stop here, they contribute all around the world, BRAVO!!
A Great bunch of people. Everyone were pleasant, polite, helpful and extremely knowledgeable. We had the best time.
Definitely recommend going if you are a cat or animal lover. Looking is free. Having pictures taken with the animals is expensive but well worth it! I have 2 of the most awesome pictutes ever! One with me and a baby tiger next to my face and another with my family with an adolesent white tiger laying across across our laps being bottle fed by my son! I've been wanting to go back ever since!
They were at barefoot landing between 6p and 8p as they said. It was free to see them there. Good little experience . you can pay to see them closer and get pics.
Awesome!!!! We didnt take advantage of the photo op/holding a tiger opportunity, but we did get to watch the babies play, and we got to pet a little monkey!!!! Loved this!!!!!!
We really lile the folks here. They care about the animals and quickly remove them from display if the weather us poor. The animals come first. Its a bit expensive but worth knowing the money goes to help perserve the tigers in the wild. The memories are worth all of it.
DO NOT GO HERE! THIS IS A FOR PROFIT BUSINESS WHO EXPLOITS BIG CATS. This is a breeder who has found a way to make money off his tigers. Here they have NO water, and babies are separated from the mother. This is sick.
Loved it. Staff were great! Animals were great! Wish I could have gone to the Preservation.
Duplin Winery
5. Duplin Winery
4.8
(3153)
Winery
Food & Drink
Rustic, wood-clad venue producing sweet wines, with a patio, tastings & a shop, plus live music.
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My mother and I visited Duplin Winery in North Myrtle Beach while on vacation, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. We enjoyed a tasting of 8 different wines—my top two were the Burgundy and Magnolia. We also tried their Muscadine Pineapple Habanero Salsa with cream cheese, which paired perfectly with cheese, crackers, and wine. The highlight of our visit was meeting Dave Duplin, the owner. He joined the tasting room to share stories and even took the time to chat with us outside afterward. It’s rare to see an owner so engaged with guests, and it truly made our first visit unforgettable. We will absolutely be returning! 🍷
Came to the Winery for a wine tasting and was blown away. Frank who led our tasting was knowledgeable and very personable and made the experience that much more enjoyable. For me the wines were all excellent. More on the sweeter side for those who enjoy that. I would encourage you to join the wine club as they have very good benefits. They have an assortment of crackers, dips and desserts for you to purchase. Can’t wait to come back and try this place again.
One of the best places i have been. I love them. My last one to visit is in Panama. My wife and I always enjoy visiting Duplin wineries. We can never get enough. Today, Tim was out tasting expert and he did a great job. Excellent presentation.
Michelle was just as sweet as the wine! She really made our visit special - we were celebrating our friend’s 30th birthday! 10/10 would come back again, great experience. We really enjoyed the live music on the back patio as well!
Eleven of my family members and I really enjoyed our experience here today. Joey and Carolyn were excellent host. They were very knowledgeable about the wine and history. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
Tim was our bartender for our wine tasting event. Tim was fun and engaging and made our time very memorable! He provided many great ways to enjoy the wine - not just by the glass! A variety of ways to mix and pair, etc. We at the last minute decided to go to a wine tasting event since the weather was awful for our beach vacation. For this wine tasting - if you love sweet wines this will definitely be your thing! If you are in the area take the time and stop by and enjoy the tasting, the fellowship, the shop and select the option for the free glass of wine to enjoy your favorite from the tasting. You will not be disappointed!!!
I really enjoyed this wine tasting experience. This is my first time here and I would definitely come back and bring friends. Our bartender, Michelle was super awesome. She did excellent job and was very knowledgeable of all the wines that we sampled.
Always a fantastic time. Caroline has been our host many times and she's always such a gem. The tastings are always educational, celebratory and delicious! We're here about once a month and never have anything less than a great time!
Cherry Grove Fishing Pier
6. Cherry Grove Fishing Pier
4.5
(3572)
Fishing pier
Sights & Landmarks
Rebuilt 1950s fishing pier offering a tackle shop, a restaurant/bar & a 2-story observation deck.
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The Cherry Grove Pier gives you a chance to watch fisherman haul in their catch, see turtles and jellyfish in the ocean and just enjoy a view of the beach you can't get while standing on the beach. It's $3 per person to go out on the pier. You're given a wristband, and it's good for the entire day, up until 11 p.m. We loved walking out on the pier and sitting at the end, up top and looking out over the ocean. We saw a turtle and several jellyfish. It's windy and warm, and relaxing. As you come off the pier, the building next to the store where you purchase your wristband is the Driftwood Cafe. If you're hungry or thirsty, stop in there for a bite! Delicious food and excellent service. Seating inside and outside.
This is our go to place! We stay in Prince Resort, eat quite a few meals at the Boardwalk Cafe, get ice cream nightly, walk the pier, & enjoy the entertainment put on by the resort. Sea shelling around the pier is hit or miss, but the tide pools are such fun for the little kids to look for hermit crabs & small shells. We love coming here!
Anytime I go to the area I stop here. We like to walk the pier, and fish here as well. They charge a fee to walk the pier which is lame. We walked in and went to walk the pier and the staff gave us a b8g attitude because we didn't pay 1st. We'll We didnt know we had to pay, there was no sign, and who would've thought it cost money to walk? Oh well, I won't go on the pier again unless im going to fish. Rude staff members make me not even want to visit. Everything is all about money anymore, we'll done cherry grove fishing pier, suck the fun right out of family vacation for a few bucks. But 200 people a day at 3$ a walk, = $600 a day.
First you pay $3 just to walk out onto the pier. There is covered sitting at the end and stairs leading up to a second viewing area. Pier was full of people fishing and no loud commotion. There is very limited free parking across the street. The parking lot next to pier is privately own and you pay to park there. Great views up and down the beach.
Nice, Clean Pier. Staff is friendly. The only downside is that they aren't open 24 hours. The fishing was great and the pier was well lit at night. Highly recommend a visit if you want to catch fish while staying at NMB.
What an awesome place to walk sunrise, daily or sunset. Last Sunday was Resurrection Easter Sunday service, and many attended. It was amazing and spiritual and heart lifting.
I’ve been fishing this pier since I was in my 20s. Everything about it is wonderful with the exception that now they close at 11 PM. ☹️Which is the case of all of the Myrtle Beach piers with the exception of one staying open 24 hours. It has cleaning stations as well as a upper observation tower at the end of the pier. The store is well stocked with snacks, beverages, and fishing supplies as well as as bait options. There’s also a restaurant/grill as well. The staff are very friendly! Lots of records have been set from this pier! Check them out!
I didn't actually go on the pier this time, but have been on it many times before. It's a great place to fish.
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