Best Arts and Culture Places in Surfside Beach

"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!"

"The museum features 11 galleries across two floors that include regional, national, and international artwork of varying mediums. Classes and workshops are also available for a fee."

"Part art museum and part restaurant, Collector's Cafe & Gallery blends fine dining with art appreciation under one roof, offering a unique and unforgettable dining experience. The eclectic restaurant-cum-art-gallery spans 6000 square feet and features several dining rooms, private dining spaces, a casual coffee lounge, and a full-service bar and serves a menu of seasonal American cuisine and fine wines. Creative dishes and daily specials focus on fresh seafood and prime meats such as yellowfin tuna, Main lobster, filet medallions topped with lump crab, and rack of lamb."

"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."

"It’s upscale dining, combined with a coffeehouse and art gallery. Lots of beauty in that combination. You can actually purchase art you see on the walls."

"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."

"Pizza on the beach is always a treat, and King’s Famous Pizza has been serving great pizza in North Myrtle Beach for more than three decades. Such longevity in the food scene means only one thing—the food is great!. There are only a few pizza flavors to choose from."

"Basil’s Pizza where flip flops and beach towels are the dress code, is a crowd favorite. Enjoy the covered outdoor seating and laid back atmosphere while you experience “the best pizza on the beach”. Enjoy a pizza by the slice or a full pizza."

"Check out this upscale Italian restaurant in Myrtle Beach or, if you‘re on the south end, another location in Pawleys Islad. The food is phenomenal and has a great wine list. Did our list include your favorite?"

"a true 'guy thing' classic," seeing as you'll need a knife and fork to take down the foot-long kosher dog covered with a giant mound of french fries, homemade chili, cheese and onions. Expect big flavors — and portion sizes — whether you're craving a rack of ribs or fresh seafood. From the basket of sweet croissants to the main course, no one in your group should leave hungry."

"A popular spot for Myrtle Beach golfers, hungry folks flock here for huge portions of BBQ and lots of fried stuff. Grab a knife and fork and go for the footlong Kosher killer dog with a giant mound of french fries, homemade chili, cheese and onions. During peak season, the restaurant isn’t hard to miss (just look for the giant sign and the long line out the front door)."

"My fiancé and I were recently came here to celebrate our anniversary. It was peak dinner time and even with the restaurant being busy, they were getting…”more"

"Logan’s Roadhouse in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is where the atmosphere is always lively, beer is served ice cold, rolls are made-from-scratch and are endless, steak is grilled over real mesquite wood, the way it was meant to be, and genuine hospitality is part of their tradition. There are no strangers at a Roadhouse, only friends. This is a great place for an outing with friends or a dinner with the whole family."

"Olympic Flame Pancake House lives up the name: they have pancakes fit for a true Olympian!. Made with fresh ingredients, Olympic Flame offers the most popular pancake options including chocolate chips and bananas, as well as more unique toppings like apple cinnamon or fresh peach glaze. The pancake house also offers an extensive biscuit menu unlike anything we’ve seen before."

"There are pancake houses stacked on top pancakes houses here. There’s a rumor going around that there are more pancake houses in Myrtle Beach per capita than anywhere in the country. It’s a quintessential societal element, sort of like bodegas in New York City."