Myrtle Beach: The Ultimate Guys Weekend Destination

When it comes to planning a guys' getaway, there are few destinations that offer the perfect combination of sun, sand, and sports. Myrtle Beach has long been known as a premier vacation spot for families, but as one of the fastest growing cities in America, it's become the perfect destination for guys who are looking for an unforgettable adventure.

The sun rises and sets over the beautiful Atlantic Ocean, and the city is alive from sunup to sundown—and stays alive well through the night—with an array of attractions and activities that are sure to keep any group of guys entertained for days on end.

The 60 miles of pristine coastline offers some of the best fishing from charters to piers, that goers travel from across the country to experience, all of which can be seen from above when flying in a guided helicopter tour by Helicopter Adventures (the cost of entry is a mere twenty dollars for individuals—and group rides are available).

At Myrtle Beach’s southern communities, those looking for a more adrenaline-fueled adventure, will find no shortage of options. At Express Watersports, individuals or groups can rent jet skis and propel through the winding creek at Murells Inlet and into the warm, coastal Atlantic waters.

Conveniently, Murrells Inlet is lined with an array of bars and restaurants specializing in the area’s finest seafood, most of which is caught daily and delivered freshly to eateries—Drunken Jack’s, Wahoo’s, and Wicked Tuna (among others). At night, the serene inlet boardwalk, called The MarshWalk, transforms into a humming hub of melodies—a lyrical ballad for the boardwalk—with outfits like Creek Ratz and Bubba Love’s Shak hosting live, local musical acts. As one local told me, “Whatever kind of music you like—and I don’t care what kind it is—chances are you can catch it live tonight in Myrtle Beach.” From major touring acts to local artists and everything in between—with 60 miles of jumping tunes Myrtle Beach’s live music scene is America’s jukebox.

But that's just the beginning. Myrtle Beach is also home to a vibrant nightlife scene, with plenty of bars, clubs, and restaurants to choose from. Whether you're looking for a laid-back beach bar or a high-energy dance club, there's something for everyone. One of the best ways to experience the city's nightlife is by hopping on a party boat, like the Inlet BrewBoat whose captain doubles as a disc jockey spinning your favorite tunes all night long to a sunset background. These boats take you out on the water for an evening of drinking, dancing, and mingling with other vacationers.

Myrtle Beach’s unique landscape includes the coastal oceanside view of course, but to the north, more serious excursions can be found for rigorous sportsmen along the Intracoastal Waterway. The Waterway is host to a number of wonderful activities and excursions including deep-sea fishing, with Voyager Deep Sea Fishing charters. Like the Inlet, the Intracoastal Waterway is an aquatic throughway teeming with activities—from fishing, to dolphin watching, to floating tiki bars that can be rented out by the hour or day for groups whose leisurely pursuits entail floating along a verdant waterway towards South Carolina’s northern edge.

The Intracoastal Waterway also features another local favorite: The Big “M” Casino, a 300-foot ship that travels miles off the coast and offers an all-day experience featuring slots, roulette and table cards.

Myrtle Beach is also home to some of the best golf courses in the country. With over 100 courses in the area, there's a course to suit every skill level and budget. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced golfer—a mini-golfer or aspiring professional—you're sure to find a course that will challenge and excite you.

For sports enthusiasts, Myrtle Beach is likewise a rich experience, full of live sporting events. This April, Myrtle Beach’s boardwalk and promenade transformed into a stage for the World’s Strongest Man, a three-day competition drawing some of the finest athletes from across the globe.

And if local sporting events are your thing, few places are as exhilarating as Coastal Carolina University’s athletic programs. Basketball, football, baseball—Coastal Carolina teams have a dedicated, local fanbase and compete against some of the nation’s fiercest athletic programs.

Sports fans should also make their way to Broadway at the Beach, the largest shopping and entertainment experience in Myrtle Beach, travelers can visit the Pro Football Hall of Fame—one of two in the country—where they can soak in some of pro-football’s greatest players and achievements and relive some of the League’s most incredible memories. After that, visitors can take in more of Broadway at the Beach’s offerings including a vast array of retail and dining.

If you’re planning your next guys trip, nothing offers the lure of endless adventure like the variety found in Myrtle Beach. From the Inlet to the MarshWalk to the Intracoastal Waterway, Myrtle Beach’s rich history, terrain, dining and excursions is the destination for your next guy's trip.