Things to Do in Myrtle Beach

Make time for a little exploring during your stay at The Darlington Inn & Cottages. With the beach across the street and the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and 2nd Avenue Pier nearby, you can enjoy a beach day without a full itinerary. When you’re ready to venture farther, there’s plenty to discover around Myrtle Beach, SC.

A group of people walking on the boardwalk.

Nearby Places You Can Visit

Downtown Ripley’s & Arcades

Enjoy an easy walk to downtown Ripley’s attractions and the arcades, with plenty of places to stop for a meal or a snack along the Boardwalk.

  • Amusement Parks
  • Boardwalk
  • Water Parks
  • Beach Activities
  • Miniature Golf
  • Fishing
  • Shopping
  • Shows & Entertainment
  • State Parks
  • Brookgreen Gardens
  • Broadway at the Beach
  • Water Sports

2nd Avenue Pier

2nd Avenue Pier is right across the street from The Darlington, making us a convenient place to stay for guests planning a fishing trip. Enjoy easy access to the pier and the beach, with Boardwalk restaurants and attractions nearby. Check current pier access, fishing hours and requirements before your visit.

Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

An easy walk from The Darlington, follow the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk for restaurants, shops and attractions along the way. The Boardwalk also features family arcades and reaches 2nd Avenue Pier at its southern end, close to the inn. Check seasonal pier access before planning a pier walk or fishing outing.

Long wooden pier silhouetted in golden light
A street with people walking on it and buildings in the background.
A family rides on the amusement park 's ferris wheel.
A ferris wheel on the beach with palm trees.

Family Kingdom Amusement Park

Family Kingdom Amusement Park is only five blocks from The Darlington—an easy walk for classic rides, children’s attractions and the Swamp Fox wooden roller coaster. This is a seasonal attraction, so check its operating calendar before making plans.

SkyWheel Myrtle Beach

See the coastline from a different perspective on the SkyWheel, located farther along the Boardwalk. Its enclosed gondolas offer a chance to sit back and enjoy the views together.

Explore Beyond Downtown

Head to Broadway at the Beach for shopping, dining and attractions. Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach is here too, with sharks, penguins and other animal exhibits—an indoor option for a chilly or rainy day.

For a change of scenery, visit Myrtle Beach State Park, south of downtown. Enjoy the beach and coastal setting, and check the park’s current notices for access updates before you go.

For a farther outing south to Murrells Inlet, Brookgreen Gardens combines gardens, American sculpture and the Lowcountry Zoo. It’s an option for guests who enjoy art, nature and a slower-paced day out.

Hours, admission and seasonal availability vary. Please check each attraction’s official website before visiting.

Ready to plan your Myrtle Beach stay? Call The Darlington Inn & Cottages at (843) 448-3465.

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