The Market Common is a hotspot in central Myrtle Beach (near many of our wonderful Myrtle Beach hotels and resorts) that you will love spending a day roaming around. The charming tree-lined streets of this pretty little city showcases unique boutiques, shops, bars and restaurants, a movie theater, bowling alley, and more.
Here is what we recommend to check out on your next visit to The Market Common:
SHOP
Ladies, to satisfy your need for fashion retail therapy, hit Francesca’s, Random, Bijuju, and Style Me Boutique for stylish apparel, jewelry, and accessories. For the latest in home décor and accents, stop by the Southern Living Store, Pottery Barn, Manifest Design, or Anthropologie. Orvis is the ultimate spot for sportswear and fly-fishing gear. Pick up a good read at Barnes & Noble or the new Comics, Toys, & Collectibles by Strange; a sweet treat for you or someone special at Uncommon Chocolatier; a fine fragrance at Bath & Body Works; an original piece of art at Seacoasts Artists Gallery or Two Brothers Wood Works; or a yoga class at Yoga in Common..
Restaurants & Bars
The Market Common hosts some of the best bars and restaurants in Myrtle Beach that serve incredible cuisine from around the world for all palates.
There’s Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar, offering stylish cocktails and scratch-made Southern food with a twist. More American-casual restaurants include King Street Grille, loaded with lots of flat-screens indoors and out; Dirty Don’s Oyster Bar & Grill, which serves everything from fresh oysters on the half-shell to grilled steaks and sandwiches; the new CK’s Bistro; and Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant, also featuring loads of TVs, plus creative, hand-crafted dishes and their own craft beer.
For a taste of Italy, try Travinia Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar, offering fresh Italian cuisine and an impressive wine selection, or the new Gios Pizzeria Napoletana, popular for its elevated, hand-tossed pizzas.
Asian fare with flair can be had at Co Sushi, specializing in poke bowls with fresh seafood, fresh sushi, wok noodles, and more, and at P.F. Chang’s, whose menu is based on the philosophy, “from farm to wok.”
Last, but not least, rounding up the international cuisine offerings, there are Nacho Hippo Cantina Maximo, Crepe Creation Café, Cold Stone Creamery, Mean Mugs Milkshake Bar inside 810 Bowling, ZARDIN Healthy Eatery, and East Coast Tea Bar.
PLAY
The Market Common is much more than just shopping and dining. Bring your dogs to the dog park or get your workout in around Grand Park. There you’ll find walking paths, picnic shelters, and amazing playgrounds for kids of all ages, such as Savannah’s Playground Enabling Park, a huge hit all year round and offers a fun and safe place to play for children of all abilities. Also for the kiddos is the EdVenture Children’s Museum, a cool, interactive indoor museum with plenty of educational exhibits and activities.
The Market Common is also the perfect setting for a fun date night for the grownups. Let Dolce Lusso Salon and Day Spa pamper you with a facial or massage and then head to the movies at Grand 14 Cinema.
Or you can try something different, like the Escape Vault that offers an escape room experience. Make your own fun and games at 810 Billiards and Bowling, which is more than just your average bowling alley, featuring a full bar, delicious food, board games, arcade games, pool tables, neon mini golf, and a great ambiance for a large group or just the two of you.
Two more one-of-a-kind options: Rent two electric bikes from Pedego and tour through the peaceful parks of The Market Common or sign the two of you up for a DIY class at Nailed It that walks you through more than 26 different sizes of wood projects and more than 400 designs.
Events at The Market Common
The annual events at The Market Common have turned into some of the most popular things to do in Myrtle Beach. The Southern Times Square New Year’s Eve block party draws in thousands of locals and visitors for a fireworks show and live cast of the ball drop in Times Square. The annual Irish Fest features craft brews, live entertainment and a kids’ zone for the perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your family. .
Seasonal horse-drawn carriage rides are available for quick tours around the area and are fun for all ages. Other events include Oktoberfest, free summer concerts and movies on the lawn, holiday shopping markets, a farmers’ market and the Dragon Boat Races in the spring to benefit Ground Zero.
Stay Near The Market Common
Compass Cove Resort
Compass Cove Resort is located just a short drive from The Market Common and welcomes your family to stay in one of their oceanfront rentals with up to three bedrooms. Rooms offer free wi-fi, fully equipped kitchens, and private balconies for the best views of the sparkling Atlantic Ocean. Compass Cove is home to more than 20 different water features, a fitness center, 24 hour front desk service, a game room, and daily maid service.
Paradise Resort
Paradise Resort is also just a few miles from The Market Common. This beautiful oceanfront resort boasts spacious condos with one to four bedrooms equipped with private balconies and updated furnishings. Paradise Resort has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a kiddie pool, a lazy river, a hot tub, and an on-site restaurant. Hit the beach and then head to The Market Common for a great meal or family-friendly event.
