Myrtle Beach Trolley Tour: Ghosts, Pirates, History
4.3
50 Ratings
Myrtle Beach
Embark on a thrilling trolley tour from Myrtle Beach to Murrells Inlet, SC, and beyond. Discover ghost stories, pirate legends, and fascinating history along the way. Book now!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Brookgreen Gardens - We will make a brief stop at The Gardener’s Cottage which is Brookgreen Garden’s information center (there is no restroom at this stop) to get an overview of the gardens and information on how to best enjoy this world-class destination.
- The Hammock Shops Village - Guests will visit the Hammock Weavers studio and meet a legendary local artisan who will show them how the world famous Pawleys Island hammocks are made. Restrooms are available before returning to the trolley.
- Murrells Inlet - The trolley will pause for a photo opportunity of a panoramic view of Murrells Inlet, SC, that looks, in part, much like it did 300 years ago when pirates were among the inlet’s visitors. There is no restroom at this stop.
What's Included
- Enjoy a hammock-making demonstration at Pawleys Island Hammock Shops Village
- Narrated roundtrip ride to Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island
- Introduction to Brookgreen Gardens at The Gardener’s Cottage
- Photo opportunity at Murrells Inlet for a natural panoramic view
Additional Information
Embark on a 30-minute journey south of Myrtle Beach in a comfortable, air-conditioned trolley towards the quaint fishing village of Murrells Inlet, SC, and further. Listen to authentic local ghost tales, learn about the pirates rumored to have visited the area three centuries ago, and gain insights into the history of the distinguished local families who played a significant role in shaping our national past. THIS IS NOT THE IDEAL EXCURSION FOR THOSE SEEKING A TRIP TO AREA ATTRACTIONS. This 2-hour guided trip acts as a primer for the fascinating locations we’ll be driving past that you would love to explore in the future, while delivering a wealth of local history and mythology enroute. BRIEF HALTS, during which passengers will disembark for just a FEW MINUTES, include The Pawleys Island Hammock Shops Village and a picturesque view in Murrells Inlet. The departure point is in front of the Grand 14 Theater at The Market Common at 9:45 AM. ONLY CHILDREN AGED 3 AND ABOVE ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS TRIP.
Location
Stone Theatres - Grand 14 at Market Common
Deville Street
Meet at The Market Common (beside the airport between Hwy. 17 Bypass and Hwy. 17 Business also known as Kings Hwy.) in front of the Grand 14 Theatre.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.3
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Sandra_m
Mar 9, 2024
Listening to ghost... - Listening to ghost stories and folklore. Beautiful scenery, kindness of the staff, suggested places to visit.
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Philip_j
Oct 27, 2023
Pirates & Ghosts - Our guide talked for 2 full hours telling all kinds of very interesting stories. She had a fascinating history herself & obviously loves her work. We saw a lot of new areas that most Myrtle Beach visitors wouldn’t see.
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Dsfmicro
Oct 1, 2023
Enjoyed the ocean and going back in time! - We stayed at the Prince Resort and it was great to be so close to the beach. The pools are nothing special but you have almost no distance from the hotel to the waves. My husband and son played golf 2 days and I read and enjoyed the ocean. Our balcony could be accessed from the master bedroom and the living room and it was great to be able to sit with a cup of coffee in the morning and watch the sunrise. Sunset on the balcony was gorgeous, as well.
We went to Medieval Times and had a blast! We weren't prepared to eat with our hands, but we managed! The performers stayed in character and did a great job. We plan to go back and take our grandsons on some future trip!
We had a great trip and I will look at Prince Resort for accomodations, for sure!
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Docandjeff
Sep 17, 2023
Great tour!! - My husband and I really enjoyed this tour. The stories were spooky and terrific. The stop at Brookgreen Gardens really made me want to visit next time I visit the area. We also stopped at the Hammock Shop. The hammock maker was awesome. Very personable. The stops were great but the stories were the star of the show. Thanks to all for a great time.
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Kathy_r
Sep 17, 2023
So glad we took this tour - This was awesome! The narrator was so knowledgeable, interactive, and made history and myths come to life.
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309violets
Sep 14, 2023
An activity you don’t want to miss!! - My childhood best friend and I traveled to South Carolina and were excited for this tour because we love pirates and ghosts!
This tour was great! The trolley is so pretty Miss Kathryn was the tour guide and she was fantastic! A southern belle with extensive knowledge of the area and its stories!
This activity is family friendly and a great experience, I’m so glad we did this!
Thank you so much to Miss Kathryn who let us take beautiful photos on the back of the trolley, and thank you for teaching us a thing or two about Myrtle beach! If we’re ever back in the area we will return!
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Tyler_p
Mar 29, 2024
Good tour. Enjoyed the stories and the stops. - Enjoyed the tour and the stories. It was a rainy day and the trolley windows were all fogged up. Also it was difficult to hear the tour guide (not her fault there was a special
needs child on the tour who moaned throughout the tour).
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Lisa_w
Oct 27, 2023
Lovely (Short) Trolley Tour - We loved all the tales of local lore, mystery and history, told by a very knowledgeable hostess Katherine. We wish each stop was a bit longer and that the trolley could actually take a quick pass through Brookgreen Gardens. It seems like Katherine had to speak SO FAST to get all her stories in.
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Kathleen_g
Mar 22, 2024
Not so much - The person narrating was so full of stories. Hardly catching a breath. Talking so fast everything was running together and you really couldn’t get it in your brain long enough to understand what she was saying. She needs to pick a couple of stories. Maybe see if anybody has a question about the area.
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Starr_r
Sep 19, 2023
A recording of the stories would have been more interesting. - It was the most boring trip I have ever taken. The tour operator was not interactive with the tourists at all. She was a narcissist in every sense of the word. You could tell she enjoyed talking non stop and focused on herself and talked so fast you couldn't understand half of her stories. Not being able to stop at any place of interest and the one stop we were allowed off the trolley didn't last 15 minutes. The poor shop keepers didn't have time to sell their products. So Sad...
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