Best Family Attractions in Myrtle Beach

One of the many great things about a family vacation in Myrtle Beach is that you'll never run out of great things to do. From the beach to the center of town there are hundreds of opportunities for fun, your only problem is deciding where to start.

Here's the Top 10 Family Attractions in Myrtle Beach:

10) Freestyle Music Park

This newly repackaged is a must for all thrill seeking families. What's better than elephant ears and rip-roaring roller coasters? The music themed park has the best combination of fun, adventure, food and music and it's fun for all ages.

9) Dixie Stampede

Dolly Parton's famous dinner show is an all-in-one extravaganza. Your memorable evening here will be filled with song, dance, live animals, fireworks and, of course, a great meal.

8) Wild Water & Wheels

Wild Water & Wheels has something for everyone in your party to enjoy. From a free fall cliff dive to go karts to mini golf to kiddie rides. You'll find everything you need for a good time inside.

7) Ripley's Aquarium

Although you don't get to splash and play here, you're sure to get plenty of excitement just by watching. Check out the sharks that float over your head in the Dangerous Reef Tunnel, watch as trainers feed the fish, pet a stingray and admire the Pacific Giant Octopus. These are only a few of the many fun activities in the amazing Ripley's Aquarium.

6) Dunes Village Resort

Voted #2 in Family Hotels in the US by Travelers Choice Awards, this resort is much more than a place to lay your head at night. Their indoor water park is 30,000 sq. ft of fun and boasts adult water slides, water cannons and lazy river rides.

5) Family Kingdom

For years Family Kingdom has been known as the best combination of water and rides in Myrtle Beach, and today is no different. Whether you want to get a good look of the beach from the top of South Carolina's Largest Ferris Wheel or splash into the fun with the log ride roller coaster. You can do it all at "Myrtle Beach's Only Seaside Amusement Park."

4) Medieval Times

Nothing says family time like Medieval Times. Here you can enjoy a dinner and a show as knights battle it out in authentic Medieval tournament. Put on your crown and root on your knight to victory as you enjoy a delicious meal.

3) The Children's Museum of South Carolina

On your trip to CMSC you're kids will discover that learning can be fun. Here kids get to learn and play with hands on exhibits including learning about electricity, bubble mania, fun at the dentist, USS Kidz Afloat and more.

2) Atlantic Ocean

What's better than stepping out of your hotel room and onto the warm golden sands of the Atlantic? Kids can build sand castles, search for sharks teeth, splash in the waves and feed seagulls. Best of all, it's absolutely FREE.

1) Myrtle Waves

A Myrtle Beach favorite for years, Myrtle Waves can keep you occupied from sun up to sun down. Come tame the waves at Ocean In Motion Wave Pool, hold on to your britches as you race down the Turbo Twisters and Riptide Rockets, or relax as you float down the LayZee River. There's so many exciting ways to have fun in Myrtle Beach and the best way to get away is Myrtle Waves Water Park.