Myrtle Beach Boardwalk
A 1.2-mile walk with the SkyWheel.
Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head
South Carolina's two seaside favorites: Myrtle Beach's 60-mile Grand Strand of boardwalks and golf, and quieter, leafy Hilton Head Island.
Myrtle Beach is the family-holiday classic, with mini golf and a boardwalk wheel. Hilton Head has bike paths, wide beaches and live oaks.
- Best Time
- April to October
- Time Needed
- 3–5 days
- Cost Level
- $$$$
- Open
- Year-round
- Getting There
- Myrtle has an airport. Hilton Head is 45 minutes from Savannah.
What to See
2 of 3 are freeBrookgreen Gardens
Sculpture and gardens on old rice plantations.
Harbour Town
Hilton Head's red-and-white lighthouse.
Know Before You Go
- It's hurricane season from June to November.
- Summer weekends mean heavy traffic.
Where to Stay
Stay on the beach.
Where to Eat
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Last checked 2026-11-01. Part of the Southeast list.