Garden City

Area Overview
Garden City Beach is a relaxing oasis for vacationers and locals, featuring a fishing pier and a small entertainment district

This small, laid-back beach community rests in the southeastern corner of Horry County on the border of Murrells Inlet and Georgetown County.

Consisting of only 5.4 square miles, Garden City Beach contains a small but scenic stretch of coastline. Known to locals and fishermen as “The Point,” a strip of exposed sandbars that lead to the mouth of Murrells Inlet, visitors and residents near the southern tip get a rare waterfront view on both sides, plus one of the few places on the Grand Strand where you can watch sunrise and sunset over open waters.

Stilted beach homes and multi-family complexes serve as both permanent and rental property on Waccamaw Drive, but an established neighborhood resides between Highway 17 and the causeway.

Single-family homes make up the bulk of the real-estate west of the causeway, as well as the small stretch between Highway 17 Business and Highway 17 Bypass. Commercial development along both highways is healthy, featuring restaurants, beachwear stores and other businesses in strip malls.

Naturally, fishing and surfing are popular pastimes. Garden City Beach Pier, The Point, and the tidal creeks that run under the causeway are not-so-secret fishing holes, and The Point is a gathering spot for local surfers.

Golfers are also in luck, with highly acclaimed Lowcountry courses on the Waccamaw Trail, plus more traditional layouts like the TPC of Myrtle Beach, just short drives away.

Contrary to popular belief, Garden City Beach is not an incorporated city, so all public services are provided by Horry County Police and Fire & Rescue.

Where to stay
Hotels in Garden City

Here's a look at some of the best accommodations in Garden City:

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Dunes Realty

Dunes Realty Vacation Rentals offers a variety of privately owned vacation rental homes in Garden City Beach and Su …

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Sea Star Realty

Sea Star Realty is a boutique company offering Real Estate and Vacation Rental services along the Grand Strand of M …

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From the blog
Garden City Articles

Here’s a look at some of articles from our staff about Garden City:

Top Beaches in South Carolina

January 31, 2023

The top beaches in South Carolina are all right here, near Myrtle Beach. While the great Palmetto State is known for everything from its golf courses to hi …

Myrtle Beach Grocery Store Guide

January 2, 2023

Thrifty vacationers know that one of the best ways to save money on your trip is to buy and prepare food instead of dining out for every meal. As the Myrtl …

Best Beachfront Bars in Myrtle Beach

June 17, 2022

Thrifty vacationers know that one of the best ways to save money on your trip is to buy and prepare food instead of dining out for every meal. As the Myrtl …

Easter 2022 in Myrtle Beach: Sunrise services, Easter brunch, and egg hunts

March 9, 2022

If you’ll be in Myrtle Beach for Easter or Spring Break in 2022, check out these events and specials to get a feel for what’s going on around t …

Best Waterfront Restaurants in Myrtle Beach

February 4, 2022

If you’re like most people, your Myrtle Beach vacation will probably include a lot of time spent around various forms of water. Whether you’re splashi …

Myrtle Beach-area restaurants reopen for outdoor dining, carryout and delivery

May 10, 2020

Sea Captain’s House reopened for outdoor dining on Monday, May 4. The Myrtle Beach area is reopening along with the rest of the state of South Caroli …

Gluten-free Dining in Myrtle Beach

June 12, 2019

While there may be gluten-free options at most restaurants, we decided to make it easy for those who are sensitive to gluten to find some of the best glute …

Easter egg hunts in Myrtle Beach

March 21, 2018

If you plan on spending your Easter or spring break with your kids in Myrtle Beach, check out our list of Easter Egg Hunts in the area. They’ll even have …

2017 Festivals and Events to Watch in the Myrtle Beach Area

August 16, 2017

Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand are home to countless festivals every year. From summer events that take full advantage of the sun and the sand to food f …

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Points of Interest
Restaurants & Attractions in Garden City

Here's a look at some of the best places to eat and things to do in Garden City:

Tsunami Surf Shop

Tsunami Surf Shop first opened in Myrtle Beach in 2009 and quickly expanded to multiple locations along the Grand S …

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Ultimate California Pizza

Voted ‘Best of the Beach’ year after year, Ultimate California Pizza crafts handmade gourmet pizzas from only t …

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What's Happening
Upcoming Events in Garden City

Here’s a look at some of the best Garden City events & festivals happening soon in the area:

Surf Dreams Foundation Mac-N-Cheese Cook Off

The Surf Dreams Foundation and Fleet Specialties are hosting the 6th annual Mac-N-Cheese Cook Off this March at Sara J's in Garden City! Local restaurants, chefs and cooks will com …

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Garden City Golf Cart Parade

Decorate your golf cart in red, white and blue for this year's Garden City Golf Cart Parade on July 4 at 2 p.m. …

Garden City Golf Cart Parade

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Myrtle Mile Race and Festival

The inaugural Myrtle Mile Race & Festival event takes place November 3, 2018, in the heart of Myrtle Beach! The event includes a food drive and per-entry donation to aid Hurri …

Historic Pavilion Site

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