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Myrtle Beach Area Ghosts, Pirates and Historic Families Trolley Tour

Overview
Take a half-hour ride south of Myrtle Beach on a climate-controlled trolley to the fishing community of Murrells Inlet, SC, and beyond. Hear the quintessential ghost stories that locals have grown up with, background on the pirates who were said to have frequented the local shores 300 years ago, and historical commentary on the influential families who lived in the area and helped shape our nation's history. IF YOUR OBJECTIVE IS TO SPEND TIME AT AREA ATTRACTIONS, THIS IS NOT THE TOUR FOR YOU. This 2-hour narrated tour serves as an introduction to wonderful places that we will be passing by that you'll want to come back and visit, while conveying a great deal of local folklore and history along the way. BRIEF STOPS, where passengers will hop off for just a FEW MINUTES, include The Pawleys Island Hammock Shops Village and at a photo-worthy overlook in Murrells Inlet. Board at 9:45 AM in front of the Grand 14 Theater at The Market Common. GUESTS MUST BE AT LEAST 3 YEARS OLD FOR THIS TOUR.
City: Myrtle Beach
Sat 21 Sep
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Starting at $40.00
Sat 21 Sep
Starting at $40.00
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What's Included
Visits the Pawleys Island Hammock Shops Village where they will enjoy a hammock-making demonstration
Narrated, roundtrip ride to the quaint seafood village of Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island
A brief introduction to the world renowned Brookgreen Gardens at The Gardener's Cottage
Photo opportunity of a natural panoramic view of Murrells Inlet
Additional Info
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
  • Whatever health and safety protocols that are appropriate for the date of the tour will be followed.
What To Expect
1
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.
2
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.
3
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (28)
September_K
Jun 2021
Fantastic overview of several top tourist locations with a whole lot of fascinating stories about the local ghost legends and historic famous families that made the area what it is slipped in between. Our tour guide was just wonderful, full of knowledge about anything you had a question about. She was raised in the area and her love for, and knowledge of, the area came thru as nothing short of pure passion. Just a delightful way to spend a morning and learn about the area.
Response from Host
Jun 2021
Thank you so much! I do love these places and these stories. I grew up listening to tales of our local folklore from the area's best storytellers, many of whom are no longer with us. It is my honor to, if only in a small way, carry on their legacy.
robertmK5840KW
Jun 2021
Our guide was very knowledgeable, the pace was perfect, and the trolley temperature was very comfortable. The pick area was perfect and offered free parking with plenty of lunch options within walking distance after your tour. I highly recommend!
Response from Host
Jun 2021
It delights me to no end that you enjoyed both the tour and The Market Common. I began creating my four tours as special events in 2017 for The Market Common when I worked for them. Now I offer the tours full-time, but chose to continue to run them from The Market Common for just the reasons you said: ample free parking and a variety of great restaurants for lunch afterwards (the shopping is nice too...and it's really quite pretty, Myrtle Beach's hidden gem). I encourage everyone to keep the fun going after the tour and make a day/afternoon of it there.
Diane_P
May 2021
I thought the tour guide was outstanding! She was an excellent speaker and able to articulate her topic in a very interesting manner. I do wish we could have expanded the tour by incorporating more stops...
Response from Host
May 2021
I am so glad that you enjoyed our folklore and history that I love to share. There is so much to see in that part of the world, you simply must go back when you have days to devote to the places that I had the pleasure of introducing you to. We, however, only have the two hours to get you from Myrtle Beach to Pawleys Island, Murrells Inlet and back along with the first stop to meet and get a demonstration from a recipient of our state's Folk Heritage Award who has been making our world famous hammocks for 30 years, and the second stop for a panoramic photo op where pirates would come 300 years ago. The trolley itself serves as your front row seat to the places of interest along the way that are the settings for the stories you hear that have been passed down through the generations.

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