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Pawleys Island, SC

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Check out my top things to do, places to eat, and things to see in the one-of-a-kind, Pawleys Island, SC. Just south of Myrtle Beach!
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Top 5 things to do in Pawleys Island

With so many things to pick from here are my top five things to do when visiting Pawleys Island.
 
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Beautiful to walk around in the early morning or later in the evening in the summer. The pass gets you in for seven days. I love it so much I have a season pass.
Brookgreen Gardens
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Very cool to check out for a small fee really interesting history about the local area too.
Atalaya Castle
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The southernmost tip of the Grand Strand has really great shelling awesome place to relax on the beach for the day.
Beach Access & Parking -Town of Pawleys Island, SC
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If you are a golfer, there's some really beautiful golf courses in Pawleys Island.
Caledonia Golf & Fish Club
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Learn all about the history of Pawleys Island, and take a stroll down memory lane.
Pawleys Island Historic District
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Fun things to do with the kids

Of course the beach is fun, but here are a few other things you can do to keep the kids occupied.
 
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Beautiful walking areas and an educational area for the kids.
Huntington Beach State Park
 
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A great place for the kids to run around and play.
Pawleys Island Nature Park
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They have great kids activities like story time.
Facilities • Waccamaw Neck Library - Georgetown County
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Surf lessons for kids that will make a memory they'll never forget.
Surf The Earth
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Go out for a fun dolphin, watching cruise and a relaxing boat ride.
Blue Wave Adventures Dolphin Watch Tour
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The world, famous hammock shops

Here are some of my favorites in the area of the world, famous hammock shops.
 
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Home of the Pawleys Island rope hammock. They're a little pricey, but they last a long time and they're awesome.
The Original Hammock Shop - Pawleys Island Hammocks
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My cousin worked here for a while. It has some of the best southern biscuits and casual dining.
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Fun store to buy kids books and toys.
The Freckled Frog
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Great place to grab a exquisite glass of wine.
Coastal Wine Boutique and Tasting Room
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All the items are made out of things from nature pretty unique store.
Carolina Nature Nook
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Cute little store, full of all kinds of jewelry and accessories that you could want!
The Accessory Cottage
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Home of the candy! All kinds of sweet treats for everyone to enjoy.
Pawleys Island Mercantile
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Restaurants

Pawleys Island is home to some great food! Check out some of my favorites here. If you are in town holla at me I just might join you! ;)
 
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Fine dining at its best serving up southern food!
Bistro 217
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One of my favorite restaurants ever in the Grand Strand area. Amazing salmon!
Frank's & Frank's Outback
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One of the best places for dessert and locally beer!
Quigley's Pint & Plate
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Another good southern place that has great sausage gravy.
Rustic Table
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Beautiful outdoor and indoor seating.
Chive Blossom Cafe
 
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Great bbq for what we call down here in the south a meat and three.
Hog Heaven
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Super high class with amazing happy hour deals. Anything they cook sous vide style is to die for.
Perrone's Restaurant and Bar
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Excellent Italian food and great atmosphere.
Caffe Piccolo
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Bars

 
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Awesome live music and cool inside vibe.
Pawleys Island Tavern
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Great sports bar and has karaoke nights.
Island Bar and Grill Pawleys Island
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Has a cool history and good beer selection.
Islander Bar and Grill
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Great local beer, selection, and cocktails.
Quigley's Pint & Plate
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Great oysters and seafood and awesome Keylime pie.
Pawley's Raw Bar
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Ice cream🍦

Here are my top three favorite ice cream places.
 
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Handmade ice cream with unique flavors and awesome desserts.
Gilbert's Ice Cream
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30 flavors of ice cream, milkshakes, sundaes, and Italian ices.
Pawleys Island Creamery
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Amazing banana splits!
Paradice Homemade Ice Cream
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Shopping

Pawleys Island is small, but here are a few of the best shopping areas.
 
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The island shops is right across from the hammock shops and has a few other unique stores.
The Top Shopping Spots In The Pawleys Island Area
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Great place to find beach themed furniture and decor.
Pawleys Cottage Furniture & Design
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Great local bookstore and has local events sometimes.
Litchfield Books
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22 unique shops!
Hammock Shops Village
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