When you’re looking to let go of the daily routine and replace it with a well-deserved vacation somewhere sunny and sandy instead, you’ll find everything you’re looking for in North Myrtle Beach. Situated between winding waterways and the Atlantic Ocean, North Myrtle Beach is the perfect place for travelers to take time to relax, unwind, and enjoy life at their very own pace. Home to gorgeous beaches, amazing seafood stops, and fun shopping options too, North Myrtle Beach is built for getaway fun.

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See to Believe at Ripley's Believe It or Not! Myrtle Beach

If you happen to be heading this way with the entire family in tow, you won’t want to miss out on a one-of-a-kind adventure at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Established back in 1981, Ripley’s is still a fan-favorite stop and attraction venue today thanks to its many mind-bending exhibits and displays that ask visitors to put their imagination to the very limits! When you stop by Ripley’s, seeing is truly designed to be believing as you spend time exploring fascinating exhibits from across the world. They promise to astound and leave you questioning what you thought you once knew.

Popular Exhibits and Stops to Check Out

Get ready to experience unforgettable oddities with every visit to Ripley’s Believe IT or Not! This locale is filled with fantastic pop-culture memorabilia, stunning stories of people and places that confound the mind, and interactive games that make it a hands-on experience for kids and adults alike.

Some of the most thrilling exhibits on-site are found within a collection known as Hundreds of Wonders. Here, you can explore a collection that hosts everything from animal oddities to shrunken heads. Within the Bizarre on the Boulevard collection, guests can explore the Odditorium before heading over to the area of Ripley’s that’s designed to showcase movie props. You’ll find exhibits that highlight Nike “Air Mags” won by Michael J. Fox in Back to the Future Part II as well as the iconic hoverboard. Engineering console props from Star Trek: First Contact are on display here as well.

The pop-art section at Ripley's exhibits Marilyn Monroe statues made from shredded money, a WALL_E replica made from scrap car parts, and a Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson statue designed entirely out of cigar ash. Other notable exhibits throughout Ripley’s include the Fiji Mermaid which dates back to 1842. This piece has onlookers and naturalists alike believing mermaids were real for decades! There’s also a display featuring cat armor designed by Canadian artist Jeff de Boer. The armor is authentic and to scale and other versions are designed for creatures as small as rats and mice. Don’t miss out on a visit to the on-site Vortex Tunnel which messes with your senses thanks to a pairing of colorful lights and illusions as you make your way through.

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North Myrtle Beach is part of the Grand Strand, a 60-mile stretch of gorgeous Atlantic coastline, where travelers will find a bustling coastal community featuring shops, eateries, live entertainment, and bars. Activities are available year-round in this scenic destination for visitors of all ages. Choose your own coastal adventure whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, exciting family vacation, or a weekend retreat to unwind on the beach.

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