35+ things to do in Myrtle Beach this winter

Locals, here are ideas of things to do in Myrtle Beach in winter from exploring the state parks to shopping the outlets without the crowds.

Average Myrtle Beach winter temperatures

via NOAA

• January high 56° / low 38°6
• February high 59° / low 41°5
• March high 65° / low 47°5

Put on your coat + get outside

1. Walk on the crowd-less beach. Breathe. Take in the mildly chilly air and be grateful for the moment. 💕
2. Get outside and take a walk. Here are 10 places to get outside and take a scenic walk in the Myrtle Beach area.
3. Grab your camera and head out to explore Huntington Beach State Park. Don’t miss Atalaya Castle, which must be one of the top three most beautiful spots for photos in South Carolina (if someone has created this list?? If they did, Atalaya would be on it.)
4. You absolutely need to spend at least an afternoon strolling Brookgreen Gardens, which features a world-renowned American figurative sculpture collection, Lowcountry Zoo, and acres of beauty to explore. If you’re not a member, go ahead and join. There is so much to discover and enjoy, from the gardens to the Lowcountry Zoo, all year round. President’s Council membership includes 8 tickets to Nights of a Thousand Candles – and you know that event sells out quickly! Members have first access to purchase tickets.
5. Get your steps in around the 3-mile trail at Grand Park, directly across the street from the Market Common.
6. Bring your frisbees and play a round of frisbee golf at Splinter City Disc Golf Course.
7. If the weather is nice, take the kids to Savannah’s Playground at The Market Common, which is the largest playground in the area. Or, head to the North Myrtle Beach playground at McLean Park!
8. Take a walk on the boardwalk and pier at Myrtle Beach State Park for gorgeous, scenic views. You can even rent a fishing pole and fish off the pier!
9. Check out Alligator Adventure, located at Barefoot, the “reptile capital of the world,” with plenty of alligators to see!!

Check out a new restaurant

10. Go out to eat while the restaurants aren’t crowded. Here is a round-up of locally-owned must-try restaurants in and around Myrtle Beach.

11. Try the birria tacos at Tu Taco.
12. And if you’re in the mood for seafood, here’s where to get the best local seafood in Myrtle Beach.
13. Grilled blueberry muffins, fresh salads, and southern inspired farm to table fare are on the menu at Blueberry’s Grill, which has a large, beautiful location at Barefoot Landing.
14. Lucy Buffet’s Lulu’s at Barefoot is another favorite, which features a gigantic beach playground to keep the kids entertained while the adults enjoy their dinner & drinks!
15. Cozy up by the fire over at Joe’s Bar & Grille on the Raccoon Cove Deck Bar, and have a glass of wine on the outdoor deck overlooking the marsh and raccoon runway.
16. Family-friendly bisQit serves up savory hamburgers (including one topped with Pimento Cheese!) with a pile of hand-cut french fries in a beach-shack setting on picnic tables at the Hammock Shops.  and the diner-inspired menu makes spot this an excellent choice for lunch. Bonus: you can order a spiked milkshake. Cheers!
17. Chive Blossom’s outdoor area has heaters, making it a beautiful spot for a fancy lunch on a mild winter day.

Grab a Craft Beer at a Brewery

18. Southern Hops in Murrells Inlet has a cool
19. You can also check out locally-owned Tidal Creek Brewhouse. The creative craft kitchen menu includes shareable snacks like buffalo chicken dip, crabby taters, beer brats, and chicken + waffles. Plus, the brunch menu includes shredded bacon. Need we say more?
20. New South Brewing in Myrtle Beach is hidden in a warehouse area. On weekends, you can grab a beer + food from a food truck!
21. Head to Grand Strand Brewing Co. for craft beers + beer food. Plus, they always have something fun happening – live music, specials, even events!

Head to the south end

22. Head to the south end for a day or the weekend, and explore Pawleys Island.
23. Check out the Hammock Shops for small gift shops and cool boutiques in a beautifully quaint, southern setting.
24. Walk around the pretty waterfront area on Front Street in Georgetown, which features beautiful shops and excellent restaurants!

Check out The Market Common area

25. Browse for a book at Barnes & Noble.
26. While you’re at The Market Common, swing by and pick out the perfect pair of shoes at Centro Shoes, a locally-owned boutique with the best selection of shoes, jewelry & boho chic clothes in the Grand Strand. And even after that milkshake, the shoes will still fit! 😂
27. Bijuju is another locally-owned boutique you won’t want to miss: affordable, stylish, and incredible customer service!
28. You can’t beat the beers brewed at Gordon Biersch.
29. And after all that beer, it might be time to relax and watch a movie at the Grand 14 Cinema.

Find an adventure inside

30. On a rainy day, take the kids to Sky Zone, a huge trampoline park where they can jump out their bottled-up energy.
31. Dolly Parton’s Pirate’s Voyage is always a fun adventure for families!
32. Barefoot Landing is a beautiful spot to walk around and shop.
33. Riddles Escape Room is a blast for the whole family!
34. Shopping at the Tanger Outlets is a year-round popular activity and usually have excellent sales during the winter. The North Myrtle Beach outlets have Tory Burch, Vineyard Vines, and Banana Republic!

And Golf

35. Golf. There’s always golf, since Myrtle Beach is the golf capital of the world!
36. AND MINI GOLF! Most of the mini golf courses are open year round.
37. And finally… Top Golf, an entertainment golfing venue with drinks + golf! Fun for everyone, even non-golfers!

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