Planning a Cheap Trip with Friends? Here's Why Myrtle Beach Should be the Destination

By Sam Casteris on August 1, 2018

Did you know that Myrtle Beach is home to the top-rated beach in the United States? Me neither, who thought. After learning this, it’s obvious that students should take a closer look at Myrtle Beach for a cheap vacation, especially if you’re attending school on the east coast. Whether you decide to make the trip to wrap up an already amazing summer or you’re already planning your next spring break trip ahead of time, here are all the ways to enjoy Myrtle Beach from nightlife to free things to do and even options for places to stay.

For places to stay, there are a variety of fantastic hotels. Myrtle Beach is right along the oceanfront, and the strip has resorts for every need. Someone who wants an extra pool? Do you need a pet-friendly resort or a resort that comes with a Myrtle Beach golf package? Great hotels are just a quick search away but for now, here are things to do in Myrtle Beach:

myrtle beach hotels and activities on the beach

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Hit up the Tourist Spots First:

1. Fill up on crab legs on Broadway at the Beach, the liveliest night spot in the area

2. Fly down a gigantic water slide at Myrtle Beach Water Park

3. Climb to new heights while ziplining at the Radical Ropes Adventure Park

4. Hit the links in the golfing capital of the world at Burning Ridge Golf Club

5. Seek thrills and chills on the Myrtle Beach Sling Shot attraction

Then, Hit the Town After Dark:

1. Unearth buried treasure while you dine at Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show

2. Sip a frozen cocktail at 8th Ave Tiki Bar & Grill

3. Laugh along at an intimate local theater production at GTS Theater

4. Rock out at a live performance at the Bowery

5. Shop until you drop at Market Common

The next day, Find Free Activities:

1. Strolling through over 114-acres of shopping and dining at the Market Common Myrtle Beach

2. Learning about the outstanding contributions people have made to the state’s history at the Official South Carolina Hall of Fame

3. Getting inside one of the fighter jet planes at Warbird Park

4. Thrilling friends and family at the historic, pay-per-ride Pavilion Amusement Park

5. Head to Brookgreen Gardens to listen to live music during the Summer

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