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Myrtle Beach History, Movies and Music Trolley Tour

Myrtle Beach History, Movies and Music Trolley Tour

Overview

Hear the story of Myrtle Beach’s coming of age in the mid-20th century to present day, the movies that were made or premiered there, the role music played in its history and that Myrtle Beach played in music history. Stops include Charlie’s Place Historic Site that was once a part of the Chitlin' Circuit and its motel was listed in The Green Book. Guests gather in front of the Grand 14 Theater at The Market Common to begin boarding at 9:45 AM. Nearby cafes are open prior to the tour and upscale restaurants and stores are ready to welcome patrons upon the tour's return at noon. The trolley is enclosed and climate-controlled. GUESTS MUST BE AT LEAST 3 YEARS OLD FOR THIS TOUR.

City: Myrtle Beach

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $40.00

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $40.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Two hour narrated trolley ride around Myrtle Beach

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 safely protocols that are appropriate for the date of the tour will be followed.

What To Expect

Myrtle Beach

We will briefly stop in Myrtle Beach's new historic district.

Myrtle Beach

We will also stop at Charlie's Place Historic Site where the greatest names in 20th Century American music performed from the 1930s to the 1960s. The club itself, which had been a popular stop on what was known as the "Chitlin' Circuit," is no longer there, but Charlie's home is along with a reconstruction of his motel that was listed in THE GREEN BOOK, a guide for African-American travelers during segregation.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (32)

Zilli517

Mar 2021

So disappointed that I missed the tour due to illness. Hopefully you will offer this tour again soon. Heard it was great!

Response from Host

Apr 2021

You are so sweet to leave a review. I hope you are feeling better now. We offer this tour every Tuesday and people do love it. We hope that you can join us very soon!

Mary_D

Mar 2021

Seeing Charlie's Place was the best part of the tour. The club itself is gone, but you can see the inside of the motel rooms and the house that he shared with his wife. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about Myrtle Beach because she was born and raised there. Mary Jane D.

Response from Host

Mar 2021

Charlie's Place is a treasure and we are so happy to share it with you. Thanks for being on the tour.

Michael_R

Mar 2021

The tour far exceeded our expectations. The tour guide was passionate and knowledgeable about the history of music and movies in Myrtle Beach. Anytime we’ve visited MB in the past 30 years it was always about the beach, golf, and Captain Benjamin’s. We had no inkling about the rich and colorful events that molded the area or all the dimensions that exist apart from the beach. It combined a tour of the “stars” homes and an in depth brush with the “Green Book” era at Charlie’s Place. I would highly recommend this tour for visitors but more importantly for locals who want to know more about the significance of the community they call home. Kudos to our tour guide, Kathryn Hedgepath, for bringing all the stories to life. And to our patient driver who followed our narrator’s cues. A MUST do activity for everyone!

Response from Host

Mar 2021

I am thrilled when our history that I care so much about resonates with our guests. Thank you for your kind words. Thanks also for your shout-out to Tom. All of the drivers at Carolina Limousine and Coach are great.