Best Museums in Long Bay

"We can’t promise you’ll see any celebrities wondering the beach while you’re here, but we can promise you can hang out with plenty of them at the Hollywood Wax Museum!. This exciting attraction is fairly new to the Grand Strand but has quickly become a Myrtle Beach favorite. The hand-sculpted wax figures at this museum are so realistic that guests have reported: “ it was like they were going to speak to you!"

"The Hollywood Wax Museum, which opened in June 2014, is the fourth of its kind in the United States. You can find it at Broadway at the Beach, a well-known beachfront attraction."

"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."

"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 museum features 11 galleries across two floors that include regional, national, and international artwork of varying mediums. Classes and workshops are also available for a fee."

"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."

"Located in Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach, TBonz is noted for their tender, delicious, juicy, Certified Angus Beef steaks and seafood, and their award-winning homegrown ales on tap complement any meal!"

"Like the name implies, dinner and drinks here are a live science experiment. This downtown Myrtle beach restaurant specializes in molecular gastronomy, with bizarrely-good plates like root beer, sesame-glazed, sous-vide lamb ribs over an artichoke quinoa risotto or scallops served over wakame, with sweet Thai butter and lemon “caviar.” Many of the drinks come smoking or served in lab equipment, like the frosty “flux capacitor” with St Germaine, Tito’s Vodka, lemon juice, house-made blackberry simple syrup, muddled mint leaves and a soda floater."

"If you’re looking for a unique dining experience check out The Chemist, located at 300 9th Avenue North. Try one of their craft cocktail concoctions served in a beaker glass while you browse the menu. Order an experiment (a Chemist appetizer) like ahi poke tuna or sweet potato tots served with a bacon maple dip."

"When was the last time you sat down to eat at a restaurant and a glass of liquid with smoke coming out of it was placed on your table?. I appreciate chefs and mixologists that are ambitious and artistic. This is clearly exhibited at the Chemist, making it a must on this Myrtle Beach Restaurants Guide!"

"King Kong is a fitting symbol for the enormous sushi rolls this place twists up for its guests. Located in the popular Broadway at the Beach shopping, dining and entertainment complex, King Kong offers excellent sushi, sashimi and hibachi dishes in a relaxed setting. Hardwood floors and tables with large-leaf ceiling fans create an enjoyable environment for couples, friends and families, and the wide range of Japanese cuisine ensures there's something on the menu for everyone."

"Bombay at the Beach is one of the top spots to grab Indian cuisine in Myrtle Beach. This restaurant hosts a lunch buffet as well as offers a menu that is full of tasty items. Start your meal with a soup or a vegetarian appetizer such as an assorted selection of Samosas and Pakora (think similar to fritters)."

"This spot is a must for vegans, as the staff is very friendly and accommodating and will make sure any vegetarian dish you order is prepared vegan-style. Pro tip: Come hungry for the lunch buffet."

"Kindbelly Café on 79th Avenue in North Myrtle Beach is known for serving healthy meals that are organic, non-GMO and locally sourced as often as possible. This family-owned business that began by selling their own microgreens at local farmers markets has many plant-based options. Choices include organic tofu scramble, organic micro greens, wraps, salads, acai bowls, burritos, and organic kombucha on tap."

"This family-owned business since 2015 serves veggie-friendly menu items for breakfast and lunch, like their organic kombucha on tap smoothies blended with local, organic microgreens, wraps, acai bowls, organic tofu and chickpeas, and a tofu scramble – and that’s just the start of the kindness fed to your belly."

"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."

"We can’t promise you’ll see any celebrities wondering the beach while you’re here, but we can promise you can hang out with plenty of them at the Hollywood Wax Museum!. This exciting attraction is fairly new to the Grand Strand but has quickly become a Myrtle Beach favorite. The hand-sculpted wax figures at this museum are so realistic that guests have reported: “ it was like they were going to speak to you!"

"The Hollywood Wax Museum, which opened in June 2014, is the fourth of its kind in the United States. You can find it at Broadway at the Beach, a well-known beachfront attraction."