07/25/2024A coastal paradise for families, Myrtle Beach offers a myriad of activities to delight kids of all ages. From family-friendly beaches to thrilling attractions, there's no shortage of things to do with kids in Myrtle Beach. With a mix of outdoor adventures, amusement parks, educational attractions, and family-friendly dining, the Grand Strand promises an unforgettable vacation. Browse our favorite Myrtle Beach things to do with kids below:
Just steps from Coral Beach Resort, you’ll find one of the most family-friendly beaches on the Grand Strand. With a private beach access directly from the resort, a trip to the beach has never been more convenient! Splash in the waves, build sand castles, search for shells, and enjoy the ease of our oceanfront resort in Myrtle Beach. When you’re ready to take a break from sun and sand (or someone needs a nap), your suite is just steps away.
Included in your stay at our oceanfront resort is one of the Grand Strand’s top children’s water parks. With a submarine wreck, rainmakers, and a spacious pool deck with plenty of spots for the adults to hang out, it’s a dream for kids and parents alike. Coral Beach is also home to a large indoor oceanfront pool, heated to a warm 86 degrees, and a stunning 64,000 gallon outdoor pool perfect for beachfront swims.
Want to relax even further? Take a float around our outdoor lazy river, or soak in one of our indoor jacuzzis.
Less than 10 minutes from Coral Beach Resort, Myrtle Beach State Park is the perfect place for exploring the Grand Strand with your family. One of the last oceanfront green spaces in the area, this state park hosts educational programs for little ones and is home to picnic areas and two playgrounds: one in the main picnic area near the beach, and the other in the camping area between circles three and five.
Myrtle Beach State Park is a great place to let your kids run off some energy, offering plenty of wide open spaces for them to hit their top speed and tucker themselves out. Older kids may be interested in bird watching and riding bikes on the trails in the park.
Thanks to the park’s status as a state park, you do not need a fishing license to fish from the pier in Myrtle Beach State Park. You do have to pay a daily fishing fee if you decide to cast a line. Always check your catches against the photos at the shelter on the end of the pier to see if state rules and regulations allow you to keep it. The daily fishing fee at Myrtle Beach State Park is $8 as of Summer 2024.
Brookgreen Gardens is one of the area’s most popular destinations for kids and adults alike. This unique melding of art, history, and nature offers a selection of programs, tours, and exhibits for all ages. Stroll the gardens on a guided tour, or strike out on your own to explore. Brookgreen hosts events throughout the year like Summer Light: Art by Night and Nights of a Thousand Candles, both awesome events that kids will love – the gardens are transformed after sundown to showcase thousands of twinkling lights all through the property.
The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade is one of the Grand Strand’s longest-standing vacation traditions. Families from all over the world love this entertainment complex near the beach, offering a 1.2 mile oceanfront boardwalk packed with shops, restaurants, amusement park rides, and more. Walk the piers, take a ride on Myrtle Beach’s famous SkyWheel, shop ‘til you drop, and indulge in fresh, local seafood and other delicious dishes.
About half an hour from Coral Beach Resort, Huntington Beach State Park makes an awesome day trip from Myrtle Beach. Once you arrive in Murrells Inlet, you’re close to fun destinations like the state park, the MarshWalk, local shopping and restaurants, and more to keep the whole family entertained all day.
Huntington Beach State Park offers camping, plenty of trails to explore, and stunning beachfront space. There is a 1930s castle on site that was the former home of the Huntingtons, who once owned the land, called Atalaya. The park is home to countless species of wildlife, from turtles and alligators to birds and marine life.
Ready to explore the water around Myrtle Beach? Check out these Myrtle Beach boat tours ranging from adventurous banana boat rides to dolphin discovery and dinner cruises.
Myrtle Beach Dolphin Cruises: cruise out onto the Intracoastal Waterway and into the open ocean to scout for dolphins. If your group doesn’t see dolphins, your next cruise is free!
Downwind Sails Watersports: take on the waves on a banana boat! This 2-3 mile adventure is great for groups with teens who want something exciting out of their family beach vacation.
Waccamaw River Nature and Wildlife Tour: explore the Waccamaw River, Intracoastal Waterway, and the swampland and creeks that surround Myrtle Beach. You’ll venture beyond the beach to remote wilderness areas to see marine life, birds, and more.
Family Kingdom is one of the best family activities in Myrtle Beach, and fresh management is taking the park to new heights. This Myrtle Beach amusement park features nearly 40 rides, including a section of rides just for the kids. Great news for parents: admission to Family Kingdom is free, and you only pay if you ride. Purchase individual ride credits for a dollar each, or grab an unlimited all-day pass for $50.
Visit Myrtle Waves Water Park, South Carolina’s largest water park! Home to 22 water slides, a FlowRider surf experience, two areas just for kids, a cafe, and general store, the whole family can enjoy the day at Myrtle Waves.
Kids love Bubble Bay, designed specifically with toddlers in mind. This 7,000 square foot leisure pool features depths from six to eighteen inches with many options for entertainment, like fountains and buckets, and is reserved for kids 45 inches tall and under.
Guests of all ages and heights can enjoy Saturation Station, an interactive play structure built to accommodate smaller guests. Featuring three open body slides, a volcano waterfall bucket, and plenty of space to splash and play, this is one of the hottest areas in the park for the little ones.
WonderWorks Myrtle Beach is a top destination for families with kids in Myrtle Beach. A fun experience from the moment you spot the iconic “upside down” building on the boardwalk, with palm trees growing from the sidewalk above you, WonderWorks invites kids of all ages to explore science and nature in an incredibly unique setting. With over 100 interactive exhibits to engage with, from hair-raising electricity and beds of nails to hurricane-force wind simulations and blowing bubbles, there is a huge range of activities to keep the whole family entertained at WonderWorks.
Formerly known as Rockin’ Jump, Sky Zone Myrtle Beach is still the same amazing amusement park that locals and vacationers have grown to love. Open Jump tickets give you access to all Sky Zone activities, including the Air Court, Ultimate Dodgeball, Warrior Course, the Toddler Zone, and more. Kids 6 and under are welcome to join Open Jump, but may also be interested in Little Leapers – held every morning from 10 to noon during the week, 8 am to 11 am on Saturdays, and 9 am to 11 am on Sundays.
One of the top family activities in Myrtle Beach is a visit to Ripley’s Aquarium. This incredible aquarium is home to over 10,000 sea creatures that range from fearsome sharks to somehow adorable horseshoe crabs and all the fish in between. Ripley’s is a great place to escape the heat or rain and enjoy time with your family in a relaxing setting with an emphasis on education. Ripley’s offers more attractions, like glass bottom boat tours, a mirror maze, and more – bundle your activities to save.
Family fun in Myrtle Beach happens at EdVenture Myrtle Beach! Nurture your kids’ imaginations and give them the chance to play pretend in settings they see both in their everyday lives and in their biggest dreams, from supermarkets to firehouses and everything in between. There’s an adventure for all ages at EdVenture!
See all your favorite celebrities up close at Myrtle Beach’s Hollywood Wax Museum! Grab pics with your faves from NASCAR champions to Hollywood royalty and glowing pop stars, all created in settings to help you get the perfect photo. The Hollywood Wax Museum is also home to Outbreak – Dread the Undead Zombie Experience and Hannah’s Maze of Mirrors.
Myrtle Beach is a treasure trove for mini golf lovers. The closer you get to the coast, the more mini golf courses you’ll see! Check out these popular Myrtle Beach mini golf courses:
You’re in for an unbeatable time at Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Myrtle Beach. Watch as pirates and mermaids flip, dive, and fly over the huge ship and water installment in the center of the arena. From acrobatics to water tricks and more, you’re sure to be entertained! You’ll enjoy a four course meal with this show that has earned Pirates Voyage the title of “Most Fun Place to Eat” in Myrtle Beach.
Head back in time to the medieval era and cheer on your knight! Assigned as you arrive, you’ll sit in a section that matches the color of your knight who will joust and compete in other feats of agility and strength in the arena against other knights. The Champion of the Realm will be named by the stunning queen. Kids love eating at Medieval Times because it gives them the chance to eat as the medieval people sometimes did – with their hands!
One of the Grand Strand’s newest kid-friendly restaurants, DinoLand Cafe is exactly what the name suggests. This newly-opened restaurant features a dinosaur theme running throughout the space, even on the menu. While there’s a nice section of the menu just for kids, teens and adults will find something tasty to dine on while taking in the sights and sounds of huge, prehistoric creatures.
The best time to visit Myrtle Beach with kids will likely fall during school vacations: during the summer, spring break, or fall break. The fun doesn’t stop in Myrtle Beach when the weather cools down, so don’t be discouraged if you don’t have a Myrtle Beach summer on your itinerary this year. One of the best tips for parents visiting Myrtle Beach is to go with the flow! Plan your must-see and must-do activities, and let the rest of your schedule be determined by this interesting coastal town.
Bringing your little ones to the beach? Here are some tips for staying safe and comfortable:
Coral Beach Resort was named “Best Family Resort” by the Travel Channel for good reason. Designed for comfort and fun, this resort strives to provide stellar family experiences. From spacious rooms and suites to incredible on-site amenities that make your stay even more worthwhile, Coral Beach Resort is the answer for groups searching for the best place to stay with family in Myrtle Beach.
From building sandcastles on the shore to embarking on thrilling amusement park rides, Myrtle Beach ensures every moment is filled with joy and laughter. Let the vibrant energy of this coastal city create lasting memories for your family, as you explore its wonders together and embrace the spirit of adventure. Your Myrtle Beach experience awaits, ready to help you create cherished memories to last a lifetime.