Explore Murrells Inlet
Things To Do
From legendary seafood dining to pristine beaches and world-class fishing — there's no shortage of adventure in the Seafood Capital of SC.
The Marsh Walk
Half a mile of waterfront restaurants, tiki bars, and live music stages built right over the tidal marsh. Whether you want a fancy seafood dinner or a cold beer on a dock watching pelicans, the Marsh Walk delivers every evening.
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Brookgreen Gardens
The world's largest outdoor sculpture garden sits on a former rice plantation just north of Murrells Inlet. Over 2,000 sculptures are set among ancient live oaks draped in Spanish moss. A must-visit for any trip to the area — allow 3–4 hours minimum.
Location: 1931 Brookgreen Drive, Murrells Inlet · Open daily
Huntington Beach State Park
Consistently rated one of the best beaches on the East Coast, Huntington Beach is undeveloped and beautifully preserved. Three miles of Atlantic shoreline with sea oats, loggerhead sea turtle nesting grounds, and a freshwater lagoon rich with wildlife.
Pro tip: Get there early — parking fills up fast on summer weekends. Arrive before 9 AM.
Charter Fishing
Murrells Inlet's fishing fleet is one of the finest on the East Coast. Inshore charters target redfish, flounder, and speckled trout in the tidal creeks. Offshore boats head for grouper, mahi-mahi, and king mackerel. Full-day and half-day trips available year-round.
Fishing Guide →Kayaking & Eco Tours
The tidal creeks and spartina grass marshes of Murrells Inlet are a kayaker's paradise. Guided eco-tours wind through backwaters teeming with herons, egrets, dolphins, and loggerhead sea turtles. Rentals are available at multiple launch points along the inlet.
Best time: Early morning or near high tide for the calmest paddle and best wildlife sightings.
Working Waterfront
Shrimp boats, charter docks, oyster shells, and tidal creeks are part of the village rather than a decorative theme. Walk the public waterfront near Morse Park Landing, watch the creek at a changing tide, and connect the scene to the seafood houses along Business 17.
Also nearby: Atalaya Castle inside Huntington Beach State Park adds the Moorish Revival home and studio of Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington to a beach-and-birding day.
Bookable experiences
Book the water, keep the parks independent
Compare the selected dolphin cruise and fishing-charter option with the independent kayaking, state-park, garden, and waterfront choices above.
Murrells Inlet MarshWalk sunset cruises
Browse options for sunset cruises, MarshWalk-adjacent boat outings, and evening waterfront experiences.
Murrells Inlet dolphin cruises and fishing charters
Browse options for dolphin cruises, fishing charters, and on-the-water experiences in Murrells Inlet.
Myrtle Beach Polynesian Fire Luau
A two-hour Polynesian dinner show featuring a buffet, live music, hula dancing and a finale with Samoan fire knife performers.
Barefoot Queen Dinner Cruise
A two-hour Intracoastal Waterway cruise aboard a paddle wheel riverboat, with dinner, dessert, live entertainment, and indoor and outdoor decks.
Build the Murrells Inlet weekend
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Marsh Walk guide
Where to park, which restaurant deck to pick, and when the boardwalk is at its best.
Where to stay in Murrells Inlet
Compare MarshWalk access with Garden City beach rooms and quieter Litchfield or Pawleys Island stays.
Restaurants in Murrells Inlet
Choose between MarshWalk views, old-school seafood rooms, and a quieter polished dinner.
Getting to Murrells Inlet
Compare MYR, US-17 Business, drive times, and MarshWalk parking before you go.
