Autism Friendly Attractions in Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach and Surfside Beach are both considered official Autism-Friendly Destinations (fun fact: Surfside Beach became the first official autism-friendly travel destination in the world in January of 2016). The Champion Autism Network (CAN) has been making strides in providing the Grand Strand community with autism-friendly events as well as working hard to train local restaurants and attractions to become autism-friendly places for locals and visitors.
CAN also offers something called the CAN card, which allows guests to discreetly let restaurants know: 1. where to seat you, 2. that you may have to leave at a moment’s notice, 3. you may be bringing special food for your family member, 4. you may have special order requests, and 5. your family member with Autism may have issues sitting still, not making eye contact, and may be non-verbal. Many CAN card businesses also offer special discounts for cardholders! For more information, visit championautismnetwork.com.
Check out these autism friendly attractions in Myrtle Beach:
Attractions
Brookgreen Gardens
📍 1931 Brookgreen Garden Dr, Murrells Inlet, SC | 📞 843-235-6000
Enjoy sculpture gardens, a zoo, butterfly garden, and more. Show CAN card at ticket booth. Staff will be aware and supportive of autism needs.
Ripley's Aquarium
📍 1110 Celebrity Cir, Myrtle Beach, SC | 📞 843-916-0888
Walk through a 330-ft tunnel surrounded by marine life. Noise-canceling headphones available. Show CAN card for $10.99 + tax educational rate.
Myrtle Beach Skywheel
📍 1110 North Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC
Ride a 187-ft Ferris wheel in climate-controlled gondolas. Show your CAN card to skip the line.
Broadway Grand Prix
📍 1820 21st Ave N, Myrtle Beach, SC | 📞 843-839-4080
Race go-karts, play mini golf, enjoy arcade and sky coaster. Free for those with autism and therapist. Family: $17.98 + tax with CAN card.
Wonderworks
📍 1313 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC | 📞 843-626-9962
Interactive science attraction with 100+ exhibits. Busy during field trips and rainy days. Show CAN card for $3 off each ticket.
Myrtle Waves
📍 3000 Mr. Joe White Ave, Myrtle Beach, SC | 📞 843-913-9250
Water park with slides, FlowRider, and kids area. Same offer as Wild Water & Wheels.
Myrtle Beach Pelicans
📍 1251 21st Ave N, Myrtle Beach, SC | 📞 843-918-6000
Minor League team of the Chicago Cubs. CAN card or code CAN19 gets $10 tickets and inflatable wristbands.
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