Located along the northern South Carolina coast in the heart of the 60-mile stretch known as The Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach - often simply called "The Beach" - is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the United States.

Visitors come for the beautiful Atlantic Ocean beaches (the area's #1 attraction), along with world-class golf courses, amusement parks, live entertainment, and countless things to see and do.

You'll also discover thousands of places to shop, including beach stores, local boutiques, shopping centers, and outlet malls.

When it comes to dining, the area offers over 1,500 places to eat, from casual restaurants and bistros to dinner theatres, food trucks, and vibrant nightlife - with fresh local seafood being a favorite throughout the region.

And with over 500 places to stay, including hotels, resorts, bed & breakfasts, and campgrounds - plus thousands of vacation rentals - many accommodations are oceanfront, allowing you to wake up each morning to breathtaking sunrises over the Atlantic Ocean.

Visitors looking for things to do in Myrtle Beach, places to stay, restaurants, shopping, golf, local events, and businesses across the Grand Strand will find everything they need right here.