Best Arts and Culture Places in Surfside Beach

"Also known as the Myrtle Beach Art Museum, the Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum is located just steps away from the sandy beach in a vintage beach cottage. The free attraction is open Tuesday-Sunday throughout the year and features 11 galleries with regional, national, and international art that changes frequently. The Myrtle Beach Art Museum is a nonprofit attraction and is great for the whole family."

"The Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum strives to be one of the finest art museums in the Carolinas. With over 11 art galleries that change throughout the year, come experience exhibitions that feature paintings, textiles, sculptures, ceramics, photography, and more!"

"Opened to the public in 1997, the Myrtle Beach Art Museum is the only art museum in the area, and it showcases 4 distinct collections of art. The museum also offers educational and creative programs for people of all ages. View this post on Instagram"

"This fine-dining restaurant on the north side of town is part eatery, part art gallery, and all good. The dining areas are separated by private rooms and open lounge areas while the walls display the works of some of the region’s top artists. Perfect for drinks or a romantic dinner, the artwork creates an upscale ambiance and plenty of conversation pieces."

"Experience an exquisite dining experience among beautiful works of art at Collectors Café. This Myrtle Beach restaurant deems itself a café and gallery, serving up Mediterranean fare alongside a European-style coffee house. The main dining rooms as well as the private dining rooms have works of art for sale on the walls, providing a unique ambiance."

"Want to indulge in a special dessert while relaxing in a unique atmosphere?. Collectors Cafe in Myrtle Beach sports a warm ambiance complete with artwork adorning the walls. In addition to a wide range of lunch and dinner items, Collectors Cafe also has a full dessert menu."

"Downtown Myrtle Beach is home to a hidden art gem – William H. Miller Studios. This small gallery features the works of William H. Miller, who experiments in digital art, paintings, photography, and mixed media. Along with his personal art, Miller also allows other artists to display their works in his space for specific themes each month."

"Located on Main Street, this small studio was founded in 2015 by William H Miller to showcase his work and also that of other local artists. The influence that his background in graphic design has is evident in his digital art and more abstract paintings."

"Located in The Market Common, the Seacoast Artists Guild & Gallery gives local artists the opportunity to both practice their craft and to sell their works. Workshops, lecture series and special sales make this place a must-see for artsy types."

"Right around the corner from Studio B is the Seacoast Artists Guild and Gallery. This gallery focuses more on local artists from around the Lowcountry, and like Studio B is highly regarded by residents and visitors alike."

"These magical gardens, 16 miles south of Myrtle Beach on Hwy 17S, are home to the largest collection of American sculpture in the country, set amid more than 9000 acres of rice-plantation-turned-subtropical-garden paradise. Seasonal blooms are listed on the website."

"After lunch, explore nearby Brookgreen Gardens. I was particularly excited about visiting the gardens because I love botanical gardens in general and I really wanted to see Spanish moss before leaving."

"The Master’s Editions Fine Art Gallery in Myrtle Beach off Highway 17 carries the artwork of a few nationally recognized artists such as Mark Keathley and Abraham Hunter who often use nature and landscapes as the subject for their work."

"Located on Howard Avenue by the Valor Memorial Garden, Studio B showcases the artwork of local and regional artists. Studio B is well-known for its collection of unique and innovative pieces."

"If you are looking for more of a city setting for a lowkey hike, venture down Main Street to McLean Park. The park surrounds a gorgeous two-acre lake in its center. There are several paved walking and hiking trails for your use!"

"Named after a former councilman who worked to preserve the local marshlands, Russell Burgess Coastal Preserve is a great place to enjoy the native flora and fauna of South Carolina. In addition to hiking trails, you’ll find a marsh boardwalk and areas for crabbing!"

"Located at Barefoot Landing, this is one of the most exciting North Myrtle Beach attractions and home to some of the rarest species of tiger in the world. Through the Rare Species Fund, Preservation Station cares for and allows visitors to learn about tigers, including the rare Golden Tabby tiger. The Wild Encounters tour offers a guided walk around a 50-acre preserve."

"Nature & Wildlife AreasNorth Myrtle Beach, SC 29588MoreLess Info. North Myrtle Beach is home to the T.I.G.E.R.S Preservation Station, a unique zoological institution that allows visitors to hold and take photographs with exotic animals. Its most popular denizens are tiger cubs and orangutans."

"Located at Barefoot Landing, visitors can watch tiger cubs and large cats interact and play. Visitors can also have their pictures taken with the big cats for a fee."

"Named after a former councilman who worked to preserve the local marshlands, Russell Burgess Coastal Preserve is a great place to enjoy the native flora and fauna of South Carolina. In addition to hiking trails, you’ll find a marsh boardwalk and areas for crabbing!"

"Among the top North Myrtle Beach attractions is Alligator Adventure. Explore what has been dubbed the Reptile Capital of the World, as it is one of the largest facilities for reptile life in the world. Aside from alligators, guests see a variety of lizard species, cranes, snakes, sea turtles, monkeys, kangaroos and warthogs."

"Come face-to-face with some of the world’s most vicious and beautiful animals when you visit Alligator Adventure in North Myrtle Beach. A truly eye-opening attraction, you’ll greet gators, crocs, lemurs, exotic birds and much more when you take a trip to this exotic facility."

"American coffeehouse chain, and perhaps one of the starting embers on the modern coffee-craze fire, Starbucks was founded in Seattle, Washington in 1971. The company currently operates over 30,000 locations worldwide, including multiple locations in the North Myrtle Beach area."

"Address:Fresh Brewed Coffee House, 933 Broadway St, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. Fresh Brewed Coffee House is a business that not only serves the people of Myrtle Beach their favorite caffeinated beverages, but it also provides the community with much-needed services. This coffee house invites people to visit its storefront in order to get a cup of coffee and learn more about the community resources that may be available to help them."

"If you are searching for a new coffee house, you have never experienced before then Fresh Brewed Coffee House is a must visit on your next vacation. Locals consider this coffee house to have some of the best drinks and love to share their stories with you and your family. You are also able to grab yourself a bag of coffee to take home with you and if you’d like a little something to go with your coffee, they have a little bakery."

"Must try this place; they are very involved in the local community, and they help the less fortunate also making them feel welcomed."