Gift Shops

The famous Gay Dolphin Gift Cove has been delighting Myrtle Beach visitors since 1946. Located in the heart of the beach on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, the Gay Dolphin offers more than 70,000 items for sale. From shark’s teeth to Hummel figures, the Gay Dolphin truly has something for everyone. The Gay Dolphin is open year-round with extended hours during the summer season.

A little off the beaten path for Myrtle Beach visitors, Calabash, N.C., is home to some of the world’s best seafood and a pretty darn cool gift shop. Callahan’s of Calabash features 35,000 square feet of nautical gifts, tasty gourmet selections and a huge array of Christmas ornaments. Callahan’s — located on the same corner since 1975 — is as much of a staple in Calabash as the fried flounder. Both are worth the drive.

Ron Jon Surf Shop is all about having fun, riding waves, street skating, and spending time with family and friends on the beach. For over 60 years, Ron Jon Surf Shop has been providing those who love the beach with top-notch gear and awesome vibes. Ron Jon Surf Shop has become known as the “World’s Most Famous” surf shop, and is a great place to pick out something cool for yourself, or choose a souvenir for a loved one.

St. Nick Nacks Christmas Shop offers a wide year-round selection of Christmas decorations, wrapping paper, ribbons, and decorations with brand names such as Department 56, Jim Shore, Glory Haus, Christopher Radko, Amscan, Snowbabies, and Mark Roberts Fairies. Decorations are seasonally available for purchase for holidays such as Halloween, St. Patrick’s Day, and even the 4th of July. The store is located within Callahan’s of Calabash in Calabash, North Carolina.

Whales has multiple locations along the Grand Strand to shop for gifts. If you’re looking for a gift for a family or friends, or a souvenir to take home, then this is the best place to find either of those! Whales Mega Store have great gifts, but they also have amazing beach gear! From umbrellas to chairs and towels, Whales Mega Store will give you the perfect beach or pool day. They have so many cute t-shirts (short sleeve and long sleeve!) and sweatshirts, so you can bring Myrtle Beach with you anywhere you go.

At the Purpleologist store at Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach, purple is more than just a color. It’s a way of life! The store is chock full of purple gifts, collectibles and apparel for the purple lover in your life. Everything in the store is some shade of purple down to the walls, ceiling, and drapes. Owner Barbara McCahill, also known as PurpleBarb or Chief Purpleologist, believes that purple is a spiritual color meant to depict good will and happiness. In addition to her all-purple store and website, Barbara is the proud owner of a purple car, purple golf cart and a purple bike. She wears purple every day! In the store, visitors will find purple socks, shirts, accessories and more. Logo items for die-hard purpleologists are also available with many items for sale on the store’s website. Purpleologist is located at Barefoot Landing near Crabby Jack’s General Store and Landshark Bar & Grill.

If you’re looking for preppy Southern apparel and merchandise, look no further than Simply Southern Collection. Simply Southern has three convenient Grand Strand locations — at Coastal Grand Mall and at each of the Tanger Outlet malls. Simply Southern specializes in Southern apparel and accessories, including t-shirts, beverage holders, wallets and more. Browse through the store for clever gift ideas and fun state-themed items.