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Myrtle Beach Gift Guide: Best Toy Stores and Shops for Kids

If you have a lover of stuffed animals in your life, Build-A-Bear Workshop at Broadway at the Beach offers tons of great gift ideas. Visitors choose and stuff the animal of their choice before picking out outfits and accessories from the massive selection. From popular characters like Olaf of Frozen fame and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to traditional bears and animals, Build-A-Bear offers tons of choices, including a whole section of dinosaurs. Pro tip: If possible, get a gift card and bring the recipient into the workshop. Building your new friend is a big part of the fun!
Build-A-Bear Workshop is located at 1301 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

The aptly named Sparkles is a great store to visit for those shopping for the girliest of girls. The shop is full of boutique clothing, jewelry and accessories that little girls will love. Located at Broadway at the Beach, sparkles also offers a variety of makeovers from pop stars to mermaids complete with hairstyle, makeup and nail painting. After the makeover, your princess can rock out on stage to her favorite song. Sparkles also hosts birthday parties and special events.
Sparkles is located at 1316 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Toys & Co., located at Broadway at the Beach, offers a variety of toys, dolls and animals. The specialty store offers high-end brands like Calico Critters and Alex Toys as well as educational toys, novelties and kids’ furniture. Around the store, you’ll find play centers where kids can try before you buy. Toys & Co. offers shipping within the United States, gift cards and free gift wrap.
Toys & Co. is located at 1206 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

It’sugar has everything you can imagine for the candy lover on your list. The candy selection is massive — both in selection and size — with novelty oversize portions of popular brands like Twizzler and Nerds. You’ll also find nostalgic/vintage candy, bulk candy and a wide selection of Jelly Belly jelly beans. The candy theme also extends to clothing, pillows and games.
It’sugar has locations at 1211 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 and 4722-C Highway 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

Whether your kid is an aspiring magician or just a fun-loving prankster, Broadway Magic has something that’s sure to please. The store, which has been at Broadway at the Beach since 1995, sells magic tricks, novelties and gags, including beginner magic kits for kids.
Broadway Magic is located at 1215 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Coastal Comics is a one-stop shop for comics, collectibles and games. The staff is super friendly and helpful so even if you know nothing about comics, they can help you find a good fit for your kid or teen. In addition to the vast selection of comic books, Coastal Comics sells collectible figures, Heroclix and Magic the Gathering products and tons more. They hold gaming tournaments and workshops as well.
Coastal Comics is located at 9621 S. Highway 707, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588

Located at the Pawleys Island Hammock Shops south of Myrtle Beach, the Freckled Frog is a unique store with educational toys and books for kids of all ages. The store sells science kits, family games and craft kits as well as children’s books. The helpful staff will also help you select the perfect gift if you need help!
Freckled Frog is located at 10880 U.S. 17, Pawleys Island, SC 29585

The Rock-N-Roll Factory at Barefoot Landing has tons of gifts for music lovers. Check out apparel and accessories featuring musicians of all genres, including rap, rock and heavy metal.
The Rock-N-Roll Factory is located at 4898 Highway 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582