Skywheel, Myrtle Beach

Name: Skywheel
Address: 1110 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, 29577-3755, United States
Telephone: +1 843-839-9200

#16 among attractions in Myrtle Beach

Ferris wheel, Top attraction, Observation decks and towers, Theme park, More...

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Facts and practical information

The Myrtle Beach Skywheel is a 187-foot tall observation wheel located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, that opened May 20, 2011. At the time of its opening was the second-tallest extant Ferris wheel in North America, after the 212-foot Texas Star in Dallas, and the tallest wheel in the United States east of the Mississippi River. It is now the sixth-tallest Ferris wheel in the United States. ()

Completed: 2011 (13 years ago)Height: 187 ftCoordinates: 33°41'38"N, 78°52'38"W

Address

1110 N Ocean BlvdMyrtle BeachMyrtle Beach 29577-3755 United States

Contact

+1 843-839-9200

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Myrtle Beach

Day trips

Skywheel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Family Kingdom Amusement Park, TicketReturn.com Field, Myrtle Beach Convention Center, Mount Atlanticus.

1.2 miSW
Amusement park, Theme park, Water park
Family Kingdom Amusement Park, Myrtle Beach
31 min walk • Family Kingdom Amusement Park is an enduring staple of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, offering a delightful mix of nostalgia and thrill to visitors of all ages. This classic seaside amusement park, nestled on Ocean Boulevard, has been creating cherished memories for...
1.3 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
TicketReturn.com Field, Myrtle Beach
33 min walk • TicketReturn.com Field, a staple of the Myrtle Beach sports scene, stands as the quintessential destination for baseball enthusiasts visiting this coastal South Carolina city. This modern stadium, with its inviting atmosphere and fan-friendly amenities, serves as the...
0.9 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Convention center
Myrtle Beach Convention Center, Myrtle Beach
23 min walk • Myrtle Beach Convention Center is an 8,000-seat multi-purpose arena in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. It hosts various local concerts, conventions, and sporting events for the Myrtle Beach area.
0.4 miW
33°41'33"N • 78°53'4"W
Mount Atlanticus, Myrtle Beach
11 min walk • Golf, Mini golf, Entertainment
~470 ftSW
Park, Shopping, Shop
Gay Dolphin Gift Cove, Myrtle Beach
3 min walk • The Gay Dolphin Gift Cove is located at 916 North Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States, and calls itself "the nation's largest gift shop".
~820 ftSW
Piers and boardwalks
Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, Myrtle Beach
4 min walk • The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk & Promenade, located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, runs 1.2 miles along the oceanfront from the Pier 14 at 14th Avenue North to the 2nd Avenue Pier at 2nd Avenue North. The promenade officially opened in May 2010 at a cost of nearly $6.4 million.
~340 ftN
33°41'41"N • 78°52'37"W
Myrtle Beach Thrill Rides, Myrtle Beach
2 min walk • Beach, Theme park, Amusement park
~940 ftSW
33°41'32"N • 78°52'47"W
Ripley's Believe It or Not!, Myrtle Beach
5 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, Entertainment
1.1 miW
33°41'24"N • 78°53'46"W
Myrtle Beach Golf Cart & Scooter Rentals, Myrtle Beach
29 min walk • Beach, Gear rental, Outdoor activities
~1580 ftW
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Mad Mouse, Myrtle Beach
8 min walk • Mad Mouse was a very compact roller coaster located at the Myrtle Beach Pavilion. Built by Arrow Dynamics in 1998, Mad Mouse was the first of 4 "Mad Mouse" design models installed by Arrow Dynamics.
0.5 miW
33°41'36"N • 78°53'10"W
William H. Miller Studios & Fine Art, Myrtle Beach
13 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Shopping

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Skywheel open?

Skywheel is open:

Monday 11 am - 9 pm
Tuesday 11 am - 9 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 9 pm
Thursday 11 am - 9 pm
Friday 11 am - 9 pm
Saturday 11 am - 9 pm
Sunday 11 am - 9 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Skywheel?

Nearby attractions include Myrtle Beach Thrill Rides, Myrtle Beach (2 min walk), Nightmare Haunted House, Myrtle Beach (2 min walk), Gay Dolphin Gift Cove, Myrtle Beach (3 min walk), Fun Plaza Arcade, Myrtle Beach (4 min walk).

How to get to Skywheel by public transport?

The nearest stations to Skywheel:

Train

Myrtle Beach Train Depot (12 min walk)

Bus

Myrtle Beach Greyhound (13 min walk)