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Top 7 Reasons Besides Golf to Visit Myrtle Beach

If a golf getaway vacation tops your list of things to do but doesn't top your family's list, Myrtle Beach is a great suggestion. Myrtle Beach offers something for just about anyone. Although this South Carolina resort destination is famous for golf, it has a whole lot more to offer for the entire family.

1. Amusement Parks

Amusement parks and other adventuresome destinations also call the Myrtle Beach area home. In the general area of Myrtle Beach visitors can find such attractions as the Children's Museum of South Carolina, Broadway at the Beach, Ghosts and Legends, Family Kingdom Amusement Park and Ocean Front Water Park, Myrtle Waves Water Park and a number of raceways to name just a few options.

2. Dining

Myrtle Beach is a hungry person's dream destination. With over 1,500 restaurants in the area, just about every cuisine on the planet is available. From fresh seafood to steaks, ethnic foods and more, Myrtle Beach has no shortage of dining options.

3. Live Entertainment

The area around Myrtle Beach is known for its live entertainment. Myrtle Beach is home to the Carolina Opry, the Alabama Theatre, The House of Blues and more. There's also a Medieval Times dinner theater and the Palace Theatre.

4. Museums

Myrtle Beach is home to a number of museums, galleries and more "artsy" destinations. Plus, there are tons of historic sites in and around the area to explore.

5. Nightlife

The Myrtle Beach area is home to dozens and dozens of night clubs and more to help keep the nightlife hopping.

6. The Outdoors

In addition to golfing, the Myrtle Beach area boasts more than 60 miles of beaches. The waters in and around the area are perfect for not only swimming, but also boating, fishing, surfing, kayaking, parasailing and more. If the beaches don't appeal, there's the Intracoastal Waterway to explore, plus rivers, creeks, marshes and more.

7. Shopping

Shopping is a very popular pastime in Myrtle Beach. The city is home to hundreds of boardwalk specialty shops, traditional malls and more.

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