Top Rainy Day Activities in Myrtle Beach
Though guests flock to the Grand Strand each year to take advantage of the pristine beaches and ideal weather, North Myrtle Beach is not immune to a summer storm now and again. But – you’re in luck! The Myrtle Beach area is prepared for such occasions and offers several exciting indoor attractions that are perfect for a rainy day at the beach. From live entertainment to museums and more – check out some of these great indoor attractions:Beach Cove Resort - You don't even need to leave the resort to have fun on a rainy day! Beach Cove has a plethora of activities and amenities to enjoy without ever leaving the resort. Our Town Center offers the Winner's Circle arcade, Grab N' Go Grill & Coffee Bar. Rain or shine, come in and dine, play some games and enjoy the view!
If you want to enjoy some water without getting rained on, then you’ll love our indoor water features. Take a relaxing dip in our Indoor Whirlpool or splash away the afternoon in the Indoor Pool.
Don’t worry about missing your workout routine either. At Beach Cove we have an Exercise Room for the exclusive use of our guests.
Barefoot Landing - Located just a short drive inland of our resort, Barefoot Landing is the perfect place to enjoy a day of attraction hopping and souvenir shopping. Find everything from specialty food items to handcrafted jewelry and more at one of the popular local shops, like Bijuju, BouTique, and Tinder Box. There’s plenty of entertainment for families too! Test your senses at the 7D Cinema or get up close and personal with friendly tiger cubs at the TIGER Preservation Station. Barefoot Landing is also home to an array of restaurants, from casual to upscale, meaning you will have plenty of places to refuel after a day full of fun.
House of Blues - The ultimate music venue destination in the Grand Strand area is House of Blues. This indoor music venue has shows year-round and even offers free shows on select dates to our resort guests. Before the show, grab dinner at their restaurant and receive $5 off every $25 spent on food in the restaurant when you bring your VMB card.
Theaters - Rainy weather provides the perfect opportunity to catch your favorite flick and there are plenty of theaters in Myrtle Beach for you to choose from. The closest to guests at Beach Cove is the Carmike Cinemas Theater located in the Myrtle Beach Mall just south of Barefoot Landing.
Live Entertainment – Guests who appreciate great live entertainment are not short on options either and there are several great venues right up the road from Beach Cove Resort! The Myrtle Beach House of Blues hosts an array of bands throughout the year, from local / regional talent to national artists, while the Alabama Theatre has been voted “best live entertainment theatre at the beach” for several years running. And music isn’t the only thing you can enjoy – catch a comedy show at Carolina Improv, watch a play at Atlantic Stage, or enjoy dinner and a show at Pirates Voyage.
Museums – There are several museums all within a short drive that are perfect for guests of all ages! If you have children in your group, check out the Children’s Museum of South Carolina, which hosts over 20 interactive exhibits that are both fun and informative. Other area museums include the South Carolina Hall of Fame, Art Museum of Myrtle Beach, and Ripley’s Believe it Or Not.
These ideas ideas will make the family happy rain or shine. You can’t plan the weather, but you can plan your family vacation. Start here now.
