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Visiting Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade
A boardwalk of about 2 km runs along the dunes between the 14th Avenue Pier and the 2nd Avenue Pier.
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Photo: U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Louis L. Rivers, Public domain
Quick answer
Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade is a waterfront in Central Myrtle Beach and the Boardwalk, Myrtle Beach. Allow 1–2 hours; it is free. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Waterfront
- Area
- Central Myrtle Beach and the Boardwalk
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- free, kids, after dark and food
- Best months
- April–May and October
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About Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade
A boardwalk of about 2 km runs along the dunes between the 14th Avenue Pier and the 2nd Avenue Pier. Its northern section is lined with arcades, gift shops, bars and candy stores selling saltwater taffy, while the southern part is a quieter wooden walkway raised above the dunes.
Tip: Walk it early in the morning for quiet and sunrise over the ocean, or after dark when the SkyWheel lights up.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: 1–2 hours.
- Cost: Free — no ticket needed for the main area.
- Book ahead: not needed; you can simply turn up.
- Where: Central Myrtle Beach and the Boardwalk, oceanfront hotels, arcades and the SkyWheel along Ocean Boulevard.
Best time to visit Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade
Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade is outdoors, so weather matters most. The driest, most comfortable months are:
- October: 24°C (75°F) highs, about 6 rainy days, moderate crowds.
- April: 23°C (73°F) highs, about 7 rainy days, moderate crowds.
- May: 27°C (81°F) highs, about 8 rainy days, busy crowds.
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Fit it into your trip
Our 3-day Myrtle Beach itinerary visits Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade on day 1, together with Family Kingdom Amusement Park, SkyWheel Myrtle Beach and Mini golf on Kings Highway.
- No. 1 of the 15 sights in our Myrtle Beach things-to-do list.
- Day 1 of the 1-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 2-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 5-day plan.
- Listed in free things to do in Myrtle Beach.
- A family favourite in Myrtle Beach with kids.
Near Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade
Within walking distance of Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade (straight-line distances):
- Family Kingdom Amusement Park — about 1.8 km away, 2–4 hours, low cost
If you like Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade
- Mini golf on Kings Highway — Central Myrtle Beach, 1 hour per course
- Broadway at the Beach — Central Myrtle Beach, Half a day
- Murrells Inlet MarshWalk — Murrells Inlet and Garden City, 2–3 hours
- Barefoot Landing — North Myrtle Beach, Half a day
Staying near Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade
Stay in Central Myrtle Beach and the Boardwalk ($$) to walk here: oceanfront hotels, arcades and the SkyWheel along Ocean Boulevard. All areas to stay in Myrtle Beach.
Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade?
Plan 1–2 hours. Family Kingdom Amusement Park is about 1.8 km away in a straight line, so the two fit a half-day.
+Is Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade free?
Yes, it is free to visit.
+When is the best time to visit Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade?
April–May and October for the most comfortable weather. Walk it early in the morning for quiet and sunrise over the ocean, or after dark when the SkyWheel lights up.
+Do I need to book Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade in advance?
No: it is free to visit, so you can decide on the day.
+Is Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade good for kids?
Yes, it is one of our family picks in Myrtle Beach. Myrtle Beach is built for family holidays: gentle beaches with lifeguards in season, oceanfront hotels with lazy rivers, mini golf on every corner and attractions from aquariums to old-fashioned amusement parks.