Myrtle Beach History, Movies and Music Trolley Tour
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Hear the story of Myrtle Beach’s coming of age in the mid-20th century to present day, the movies that were made or premiered there, the role music played in its history and that Myrtle Beach played in music history. Stops include Charlie’s Place Historic Site that was once a part of the Chitlin' Circuit and its motel was listed in The Green Book. Guests gather in front of the Grand 14 Theater at The Market Common to begin boarding at 9:45 AM. Nearby cafes are open prior to the tour and upscale restaurants and stores are ready to welcome patrons upon the tour's return at noon. The trolley is enclosed and climate-controlled. GUESTS MUST BE AT LEAST 3 YEARS OLD FOR THIS TOUR. It is best that you book prior to the Monday before your desired tour.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Myrtle Beach
We will briefly stop in Myrtle Beach's new historic district.
Myrtle Beach
We will also stop at Charlie's Place Historic Site where the greatest names in 20th Century American music performed from the 1930s to the 1960s. The club itself, which had been a popular stop on what was known as the "Chitlin' Circuit," is no longer there, but Charlie's home is along with a reconstruction of his motel that was listed in THE GREEN BOOK, a guide for African-American travelers during segregation.
What‘s Included
Two hour narrated trolley ride around Myrtle Beach
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Myrtle Beach History, Movies and Music Trolley Tour
Reviews
107 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Music and movies
Gregory L,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent review of the history of early movies and music of Myrtle Beach from the 1920’s up to the 1970’s
Great overview of Myrtle Beach history
patkalin,,Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wealth of information on the history of Myrtle Beach that included fun facts about music and movies. A must do if you want to know Myrtle Beach’s rich history.
An Honest Evaluation
wiggles46,,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Although the guide knew your information, it felt as if she had memorized it word for word from a script about the area. Much of it dealt with people that most of the people on the trolley had not heard about because it was from a time long ago, and most were retirees. The stopping at locations was very well done because we could related to it right there.
Phenomenal time!
Dawn R,,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Far exceeded my expectations! Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and her passion to share the history of Myrtle beach exuded throughout the tour. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who enjoys history, music, or the films. So glad I booked this excursion.
A great day!
Jean S,,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was excellent. She was a wealth of knowledge and experience. Her enthusiasm and excitement for her job made the trip very enjoyable. She was willing to answer questions and kept us guessing with the trivia! We would highly recommend this tour and Katherine! The bus driver was very nice as well! She kept asking if the temperature was good all along the way! We felt very well taken care of! Thanks!
Great Tour.
Discover09226556387,,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was wonderful and it was easy to see the tour guide loved her city. She was able to give personal history of events that occurred and history of the city. The driver did a great job in getting the group around the area.
Trolley tour is terrific!!!
TishandThat,,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friends and I went on the Movies, Music and History tour today. It was a wonderful experience. I highly recommend it. So much information and history of Myrtle Beach and its impact on the cinematic and music scenes is provided. The trolley is very comfortable and climate controlled. You do get on and off the trolley at two stops and there is some walking involved. But if that can be a challenge for you then you can just remain on the trolley. Well worth it. Book your tour now. 🚃🚃
Informative tour
Stephanie G,,Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved the history and movie history of Myrtle Beach. Our tour guide was so informative. We had a great tour and would recommend this tour to anyone visiting.
11th Anniversary Trip
Passport12464629692,,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing history tour. It allows you to hear about the evolution of Myrtle Beach and the great things that have happened here. The Tour Guide was full of knowledge and she is a native of the city. The Bus driver is also a wealth of knowledge just from riding around... Loved ever minute of it.
Movie and Music tour
Patricia B,,Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00Good tour. But we had signed up for history and was years which was not availble because not enough people. The tour guide did a good job explaining the movie era. But because the original building were gone all we saw were the current businesses
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