Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Ocean Lakes Village

"One of the most coveted attractions of Myrtle Beach is the vibrant SkyWheel—a 187 foot tall Ferris wheel on North Ocean Boulevard, right next to the popular Landshark Bar and Grill. Having opened in 2011, the SkyWheel attracts people from all over to ride in one of the six-people gondolas. The ride lasts for 3 revolutions and gives you a wonderful view of the city and ocean."

"Take a ferris wheel ride on the Myrtle Beach Sky Wheel and look out over Myrtle Beach and the ocean inside your own private gondola reaching up to 20 stories high. If you want to upgrade your seat you can even get a gondola with a glass-bottom floor and leather seats."

"Toddlers will love getting a birds-eye-view of the beach from the top of this iconic oceanfront attraction. Riders will enter air-conditioned, fully-enclosed private gondolas that reach as high as 200 feet in the air and provide a comfortable sightseeing experience."

"Found just a 2-minute walk from the resort’s front door, this family-friendly restaurant known for serving up some of the Grand Strand’s top burgers can be reached via a short stroll up Ocean Boulevard. In addition to its fresh-grilled gourmet burgers (which are available in beef, turkey, chicken and veggie varieties, all with a long list of toppings to choose from), River City Café offers hand-cut fries, massive homemade onion rings, and a wide selection of fresh salads, sandwiches and more."

"River City Cafe serves up a great selection of classic American eats including burgers, generous platters, and beach favorite sandwiches. River City Cafe features a decorative setting, with nick-nacks, novelties, and televisions adorned across the walls. Kids are definitely going to enjoy tossing peanut shells on the floor and coloring on the tables and walls!"

"I'm sure this place would have been great.....but they said they had a 2 and a half hour wait...so we moved along to somewhere else More reviews"

"Bouys on the Boulevard is a fun and vibrant space offering happy hour specials daily from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., and live music Thursday, Friday, and Saturdays. Get anything from classic bar staples to fresh sushi at Buoys."

"This Italian-American restaurant offering italian cusines along with Pasta and Sushi. Restaurant has lounge area and HD projection screens, live entertainment. Italian Cuisine • Vegetarian Friendly"

"From crab legs to crab cakes Duffy Street Seafood Shack has all of your seafood needs covered. This unique restaurant is just right across the street from the beach and filled with character. No matter what you are in the mood for this place has it all."

"If you would like a relaxed restaurant with great food, definitely give this place a visit. This is a beach restaurant and lives up to the 'shack'…"

"Serving fresh local seafood with a distinct Italian flair, Costa Coastal Kitchen & Bar brings a fresh approach to a Murrells Inlet restaurant scene. Opened in 2016 by popular local chef Jim Pronesti, who also operates Cafe Piccolo in nearby Pawleys Island, Costa is "Chef Jimmy's" latest creation. Incorporating fresh local seafood from the nearby docks into traditional and not-so-traditional Italian dishes, Costa gives diners plenty of options for daily specials and fresh catches of the day."

"The Grand Strand’s largest mall, Coastal Grand offers all the popular stores. Located just south of Broadway At The Beach, this mall offers over 130 national, regional and local stores to ensure your shopping experience is successful. Coastal Grand offers many great dining options and a Cinemark movie theater with 14 screens and stadium type seating."

"Coastal Grand Mall in Myrtle Beach truly lives up to its name when it comes to grandeur. It’s a vast and expansive mall housing some of your favorite stores. Whether you’re looking for great clothes that match the trends or in search of tasty treats, Coastal Grand Mall has the right shops for you."

"2000 Coastal Grand Circle Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 As the premier mall in Myrtle Beach, Coastal Grand Mall boasts over 100 stores. Set up like a typical mall, you can easily pick up the latest fashions or something from your favorite brand.Store highlights include:"

"When in Myrtle Beach, one of the best things to pass the time with is shopping. Whenever the heat of the sun gets too hot, you can always visit Grand Strand Plaza Shopping Center, where you can cool down by the air-con, drink a refreshing smoothie, or even buy local products to take home as souvenirs. Everything about the place, from its style to the featured stores, restaurants, and game center, is for the satisfaction and comfort of customers."

"These magical gardens, 16 miles south of Myrtle Beach on Hwy 17S, are home to the largest collection of American sculpture in the country, set amid more than 9000 acres of rice-plantation-turned-subtropical-garden paradise. Seasonal blooms are listed on the website."

"After lunch, explore nearby Brookgreen Gardens. I was particularly excited about visiting the gardens because I love botanical gardens in general and I really wanted to see Spanish moss before leaving."

"Heritage Shores Nature Preserve may be the best place in Myrtle Beach to truly get away from it all and connect with nature. The island-based Preserve has seven acres of walking paths with interpretive signage describing the plants, animals, fish, and birds in the area. Heritage Shores Nature Preserve can be accessed via Cherry Grove Park."

"Founded in 2007, Heritage Shores Nature Preserve is located on an island that stretches into the lush Cherry Grove Marsh. Elevated boardwalks and observation docks allow sightseers to enjoy and view the preserve’s rich coastal habitat that includes many fish, birds, and plants."

"We recommend you check out Heritage Shores Nature Preserve for some hiking. The main pathway extends into the Cherry Grove Marsh and is accessible via a series of boardwalks and cool observation decks."