Best Museums in Pawleys Island

"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."

"The Hollywood Wax Museum, opened in 2014, serves to honor the film industry with wax replicas of celebrities. One of its most iconic features is a giant ape, a tribute to King Kong, that stands at 35 feet tall."

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"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."

"Myrtle Beach has seven different Ripley's attractions in two different locations: Broadway at the Beach and North Ocean Boulevard near Plyer Park. Perfect for a rainy or cool day or just for some pure fun and nonsense, these attractions never fail to provide a good time. Options include the Super Fun Zone arcade; a 5-D Moving Theater; the spectacular Ripley's Aquarium; a Haunted Adventure; a Marvelous Mirror Maze; the Smash Dash; and the old standby of oddities, Believe it or Not!"

"A trip to Ripley’s Museumis one of the top kid-friendly activities in Myrtle Beach. If you find your family in the middle of Ocean Boulevard looking to escape some rain or avoid a sunburn, you will definitely want to stop in and see Ripley’s Believe It or Not!"

"Also known as the Myrtle Beach Art Museum, the Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum is located just steps away from the sandy beach in a vintage beach cottage. The free attraction is open Tuesday-Sunday throughout the year and features 11 galleries with regional, national, and international art that changes frequently. The Myrtle Beach Art Museum is a nonprofit attraction and is great for the whole family."

"The Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum strives to be one of the finest art museums in the Carolinas. With over 11 art galleries that change throughout the year, come experience exhibitions that feature paintings, textiles, sculptures, ceramics, photography, and more!"

"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."

"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."

"When it comes to Chinese restaurants, I tend to prefer the local mamason-and-papasan stores over the fortune cookie-cutter chains. But one stop at P.F. Chang's changed my mind about this national treasure."

"E Noodles & Co on 20th Avenue South was the first restaurant Noah and I went to for dinner in Myrtle Beach many years ago. We walked over from Hampton Inn & Suites Myrtle Beach Oceanfront (About 10 minutes) after an employee at the hotel told us she heard they had amazing veggie dishes. Noah loved the vegetable fried rice and we added tofu to ours with Edamame on the side."

"There used to be two locations, but this is the only one left. What’s great about E Noodles is they take their dishes a half-step above typical Asian fare (try the crispy-fried tofu), but they don’t take it up so far that it’s too pricey."

"For our sushi lovers out there, King Kong Sushi is a must stop for delicious and fresh Asian cuisine!. Their menu features exciting sushi roll options such as their 007 Roll and Russian Roulette Roll. For those that aren’t sushi fans, they also serve traditional Japanese hibachi style dishes."

"After a busy day exploring Broadway at the Beach several years ago, we weren’t sure where to eat, as vegan options here seemed daunting. But when we passed by King Kong Sushi we decided to give this Asian bistro a try. The outdoor patio facing Lake Broadway sealed the deal."

"Located at Broadway at the Beach, Kilwins is heaven for those with a sweet tooth!. The confections and ice cream at Kilwins are all hand-made with top-notch ingredients right at the store!. This shop offers over 75 different products including hand scooped ice cream, fudge, candied apples, corns, chocolates, truffles, brittles, and more."

"Though Maggie Moo’s is a national chain, this ice cream shop has definitely earned a spot on this list. Head over to Barefoot Landing to indulge in one of Maggie Moo’s mouthwatering ice cream creations like sundaes, shakes, ice cream cakes, or just a regular scoop of ice cream. Maggie Moo’s boasts tons of amazing flavors such as Amaretto, Banana Pudding, Cappucino, Cheesecake, Chocolate Rum, Red Velvet Cake, and tons more."