Best Museums in Garden City

"As one of the newer indoor attractions in Myrtle Beach, the Hollywood Wax Museum is certainly growing in popularity, drawing in more and more people each year. On a rainy day there aren’t many more things to do as fun as taking pictures with your favorite “celebrities,” and Myrtle Beach’s wax museum is the only wax museum in the country devoted to celebrities only. Stand next to the likes of Iron Man’s Robert Downey Jr., or other a-list staples like Robert DeNiro and Julia Roberts."

"Celebrity sightings are usually rare in Myrtle Beach, but this two-story Broadway at the Beach attraction is definitely the exception. Julia Roberts, Denzel Washington, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, Robert DeNiro, and all manner of other A-list celebrities, actors, and musicians are rendered in wax and waiting to take selfies with you and your family. Just make sure your phone is fully charged!"

"Aside from the historical museums in the area, Myrtle Beach is also home to several specialty museums that serve more as entertainment attractions than educational spaces. These places are perfect for those more interested in taking selfies with wax figure replicas of famous people, seeing mind-bending displays of strange human achievements, discovering the practical wonders of science, or checking out classic cars. Fun for the whole family, a trip to one or more of these promises an experience that will be talked (and maybe) laughed about for the foreseeable future."

"So many people grew up watching and reading materials from the franchise that is Ripley’s Believe It or Not!. , so when you’re in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, it makes sense that one of the must-do attractions is one by the very same name. The Myrtle Beach branch of Ripley’s Believe It or Not!"

"The only place in Myrtle Beach where you’ll find shrunken heads, a 8ft tall Transformer sculpture made of scrap car..."

"This incredible art museum opened in 1997 and already features one of the best collections of art in the city!. With a number of antique maps and other old works, this acclaimed art museum is sure to catch the attention of everyone in your family—including your kids. Excite their imaginations by exposing them to some of the greatest recent works of art along with ancient and antique guild pieces that you’ll just have to see to believe."

"Opened to the public in 1997, the Myrtle Beach Art Museum is the only art museum in the area, and it showcases 4 distinct collections of art. The museum also offers educational and creative programs for people of all ages. View this post on Instagram"

"The Myrtle Beach Pinball Museum is one of South Carolina’s greatest arcades. With a lovely location near to other attractions, eateries, accommodation spots, and shopping locations, it’s a fantastic way to get some fun into your visit. The Pinball Museum boasts a wide range of games, ranging from those dating back to the 1970s to modern, shinier offerings of today."

"Myrtle Beach Pinball Museum, considered one of the best arcades in Myrtle Beach, features numerous vintage pinball machines and nearby many restaurants, shopping centers, hotels, golf courses, and more."

"Warbird Park is an educational and free attraction located in the Market Common district of Myrtle Beach at the former Myrtle Beach Air Force Base. Since its privatization in 1993, the base has become a beautiful park, displaying aircraft that was once an active part of operations, and each craft on display is presented with details about its history and significance. Among aircraft on display, tourists will find an A-10 Warthog Thunderbolt that supported ground troops during Operation Desert Storm, an F-100 jet fighter that saw action between the mid-1950s and early 1970s, and one of the base's A-7 Corsair tactical fighter jets."

"Warbird Park is a fascinating place in South Carolina that is a bit of a hidden gem. It is situated in the district known as Market Common on the grounds of what was once the Myrtle Beach Air Force Base. With no admission fee, it is one of the city’s free things to do – and it’s also among the things to see that will entice aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike."

"Located in The Market Common, the Seacoast Artists Guild & Gallery gives local artists the opportunity to both practice their craft and to sell their works. Workshops, lecture series and special sales make this place a must-see for artsy types."

"Right around the corner from Studio B is the Seacoast Artists Guild and Gallery. This gallery focuses more on local artists from around the Lowcountry, and like Studio B is highly regarded by residents and visitors alike."

"A place for fast food lovers, serving chicken sandwiches, strips & nuggets. Side dishes with salad also available for meals. Quick Bites • American • Fast Food"

"This stunner of a beach arcs from a pile-up of local fishing pangas and lobster traps to a wild, jungle-covered headland at its far end. If you’re looking for a place to snooze and swim in absolute tranquility, this is your destination, although be careful in the water, as the riptide can be strong and the waves very rough."

"Sit anywhere on the Grand Strand’s 60 miles of beaches and you see people walking up and down, to and fro, back and forth in front of the myriad Myrtle Beach hotels. Some are power-walking, others have their heads down looking for shark’s teeth and the young ones are hoping someone cute notices them. Once in a while the power walkers wear headphones and are plugged into music, but usually beach walkers like to hear the waves rolling in."

"Go ahead and mark a day or two on your calendar to enjoy Broadway at the Beach. This incredible complex is home to a number of attractions that you and your kids are sure to love. Here, you’ll find entertainment options—from Ripley’s Aquarium to other top attractions—as well as dining options that will leave your whole family satisfied."

"Broadway at the Beach is one of the most famous Myrtle Beach attractions. It spans 350 acres and is situated on Celebrity Circle, right in the city’s heart. It first opened in 1995 and has grown into a top 10 location for locals and tourists alike."

"Medieval Times at Myrtle Beach Castle will transport you to medieval Spain. A four course dinner is provided for everyone during the show. Feast on garlic bread, tomato bisque soup, roasted chicken, sweet buttered corn, herb-basted potatoes, the pastry of the Castle, coffee and two rounds of select beverages."

"Russell Burgess Coastal Preserve is only two blocks from the beach and offers a scenic overview of the picturesque Cherry Grove Marsh. Fishing and crabbing are permitted in the Preserve and visitors can also enjoy a stroll along the marsh boardwalk to observe native flora and fauna."

"Named after a former councilman who worked to preserve the local marshlands, Russell Burgess Coastal Preserve is a great place to enjoy the native flora and fauna of South Carolina. In addition to hiking trails, you’ll find a marsh boardwalk and areas for crabbing!"