When you’re seeking an unforgettable, sunny destination for a getaway, look no further than Litchfield Beach in South Carolina. From beautiful views of sparkling water to exciting kid-friendly attractions, Litchfield Beach offers entertaining options for the entire family. Enjoy some fun in the sun while staying at a Litchfield Beach vacation rental. Without further ado, check out the top family-friendly activities in Litchfield Beach.

1. Play a Round of Miniature Golf

On the list of vacation must-dos, putt-putt golf ranks high on the list. Hop in the car and drive to Gilligan’s Island Funland or Inlet Adventure Mini Golf near your vacation rental for an afternoon of friendly competition. You can teach younger kids how to swing their golf club and cheer as they sink their first ball. If you have time, visit both of these great courses during your trip.

2. Visit the Lowcountry Zoo

A trip to the zoo can be both entertaining and informative for kids. The Lowcountry Zoo at Brookgreen Gardens provides a diverse range of animals that include species native to the Litchfield Beach area. With educational signs posted all around the zoo, this fun activity helps your kids learn interesting facts about the many different animals Lowcountry Zoo has to offer.

3. Become a Family of Pirates

Stimulate the imagination of your kids with an exciting pirate adventure that allows them to go on a quest for treasure. With an on-staff crew of pirates to entertain and educate your kids, Pirate Adventures in Murrells Inlet guarantees your child has a fun yet informative experience. Aboard the Sea Gypsy, children are fitted with treasure hunting vests, painted tattoos, and curly mustaches that add to the excitement of searching for buried treasure.

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4. Take a Bike Ride

Pawleys Island Beach Service provides bike rentals for the entire family. A bike ride provides an interactive and healthy way to explore Litchfield Beach. Keep your little ones entertained and active with a short bike ride that showcases all this beautiful location has to offer. Taking the little ones on a scenic bike tour while on vacation provides the perfect way to instill a love for nature and exercise without realizing it.

5. Enjoy Arcade Games

Playing video games offers an engaging and fun way to interact with your kids. A short drive from Litchfield Beach, Garden City Pavilion Arcade delivers a mixture of fun and nostalgia with a blend of classic and new arcade games. From teaching your little ones how to play foosball to learning how to play Guitar Hero, this arcade has a game for each member of the family with the added bonus of turning in tickets at the “World’s Largest Redemption Center” for cool prizes.

6. Go Shopping

Every kid loves to go shopping for new books and toys, even when on vacation. Visit the Hammock Shops Village near Litchfield Beach for an outdoor shopping experience that pairs cool shops with delicious eateries. This outdoor shopping center includes a playground for your kids to run around and have some fun in-between shopping.

7. Have Fun Bowling

Knocking down pins for a strike offers a great way to get the kids up and laughing. Frank Theatres CineBowl and Grille in the Inlet Square Mall provides a place to dine, watch a movie, and bowl a few frames. With boutique bowling lanes, this location near Litchfield Beach delivers a fun activity the entire family can enjoy. The full grill offers a range of appetizing menus options for the entire family after you’ve worked up an appetite bowling.

8. Explore the Outdoors

Huntington Beach State Park gives parents and kids several entertaining activities to do together. From experiencing the beauty of nature on the gorgeous walking trails to exploring the Atalaya Castle, this location keeps your family excited and engaged. Huntington Beach State Park offers fishing, boating, camping, bird watching, and swimming to ensure the good times keep rolling when you’re on vacation. Visit Huntington Beach State Park to help your little ones see all that nature has to offer.

9. Learn Something New

The Hobcaw Barony Education Center offers multiple exhibits on ecology, history, and more. Give your kids a fun yet educational experience with a visit to this exciting attraction. With programs that teach children to cast fishing nets and how to cane pole fish, the Hobcaw Barony Education Center provides an interactive way for children to experience nature hands-on and learn interesting facts about the outdoors.

10. Peek Under the Sea at the Aquarium

Just a short drive from Litchfield Beach, Ripley’s Aquarium showcases some of the most interesting sea creatures from around the world. Ripley’s Aquarium allows your little ones to experience sharks and stingrays up close and personal. Dive into the world of gorgeous multicolored fish, eels, jellyfish, and poisonous predators for an educational and exciting experience to remember.

11. Go Fishing

Take the kids fishing at the beautiful Pier at Garden City. The gorgeous view from the pier delivers a memorable sight, and helping your little one snag their first big catch is an event they will remember for a lifetime. Taking a long walk on the pier offers quality time for the entire family to bond while on vacation.


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