Grand Atlantic Ocean Resort - Guest Guide

History, Arts and Culture
in Myrtle Beach

Choose your Myrtle Beach experience. While the breathtaking Atlantic Ocean and sixty miles of white, sandy beaches are Myrtle Beach’s main attraction, an abundance of history, culture and arts are also available. The fascinating history from the plantation era of cotton, rice and lumber can be explored at several nearby Myrtle Beach museums.

Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum

3100 S Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
2 mi (3.2 km) From the Grand Atlantic
Explore 11 dynamic galleries showcasing diverse visual arts year-round, with engaging programs for all ages at Myrtle Beach’s premier art museum.

Huntington Beach State Park & Atalaya

16148 Ocean Hwy, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
23 mi (37 km) From the Grand Atlantic
Stroll through a unique coastal park enriched with history and famous Moorish-style Atalaya, blending art, nature, and heritage beautifully.

Myrtle Beach Pinball Museum

1713 Broadway St, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
3.5 mi (5.6 km) From the Grand Atlantic
Relive the golden era of arcade fun where art, history, and gaming collide with unlimited play on vintage pinball machines.

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum

1808 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
2.5 mi (4 km) From the Grand Atlantic
Discover bizarre oddities, rare artifacts, and mind-bending art pieces in this one-of-a-kind museum filled with wonders and curiosities.

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