Sight guide · Myrtle Beach · United States
Visiting SkyWheel Myrtle Beach
The observation wheel on the Boardwalk rises about 57 metres above the beach, with enclosed, climate-controlled glass gondolas that make three rotations per ride.
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Quick answer
SkyWheel Myrtle Beach is a viewpoint in Central Myrtle Beach and the Boardwalk, Myrtle Beach. Allow 30 minutes; it is low cost. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Viewpoint
- Area
- Central Myrtle Beach and the Boardwalk
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- views, kids, couples and after dark
- Best months
- April–May and October
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About SkyWheel Myrtle Beach
The observation wheel on the Boardwalk rises about 57 metres above the beach, with enclosed, climate-controlled glass gondolas that make three rotations per ride. At the top you see the length of the Grand Strand, and at night the wheel's LED light shows are visible along the coast.
Tip: Ride just before sunset for daylight views up the coast and the lights coming on below.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: 30 minutes.
- Cost: Low cost.
- Book ahead: not usually needed; buy on arrival.
- Where: Central Myrtle Beach and the Boardwalk, oceanfront hotels, arcades and the SkyWheel along Ocean Boulevard.
Best time to visit SkyWheel Myrtle Beach
SkyWheel Myrtle Beach 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.
For the view at golden hour: in mid-October the sun sets at about 18:42 local time (calculated for Myrtle Beach).
When to visit Myrtle Beach has the full month-by-month picture.
Fit it into your trip
Our 3-day Myrtle Beach itinerary visits SkyWheel Myrtle Beach on day 1, together with Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade, Family Kingdom Amusement Park and Mini golf on Kings Highway.
- No. 2 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.
- A family favourite in Myrtle Beach with kids.
Near SkyWheel Myrtle Beach
Also in Central Myrtle Beach and the Boardwalk, so you can walk between them:
- Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade — 1–2 hours, free
- Family Kingdom Amusement Park — 2–4 hours, low cost
If you like SkyWheel Myrtle Beach
- 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
- Variety shows at the Carolina Opry and Alabama Theatre — Grand Strand, 2–2.5 hours
Staying near SkyWheel Myrtle Beach
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 SkyWheel Myrtle Beach?
Plan 30 minutes. With Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade nearby, it fits a half-day in Central Myrtle Beach and the Boardwalk.
+Is SkyWheel Myrtle Beach free?
No, it is low cost. Tickets are usually available on the day.
+When is the best time to visit SkyWheel Myrtle Beach?
April–May and October for the most comfortable weather. Ride just before sunset for daylight views up the coast and the lights coming on below.
+Do I need to book SkyWheel Myrtle Beach in advance?
Usually not: you can decide on the day.
+Is SkyWheel Myrtle Beach 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.