Paradise Resort and Market Common

Staying at Paradise Resort and looking for the best shopping in Myrtle Beach? Look no further than Market Common. Locals and visitors to Myrtle Beach flock to the urban village-style shopping and entertainment spot because of its great assortment of shopping and dining. Plus, once you’ve had your fill of spending, simply head across the street to Grand Park to enjoy the walking trails, playgrounds and ponds.

If it’s food you’re after, there are several appetizing options at Market Common. Try Gordon Biersch Brewery restaurant for an upscale take on pub food and authentic German lagers. You can also visit P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Nacho Hippo Mexican fusion cantina, Ultimate California Pizza … there are over a dozen eating options.

But let’s talk about the shopping: Market Common has higher-end favorites including Anthropologie, Banana Republic, and Brooks Brothers. There’s something for outdoors lovers at Orvis, and women’s favorites Chico’s and Coldwater Creek. Younger shoppers may be happy to find Extreme Surf & Skateboard Co. and Ivy & Leo, which “offers the fashionista the opportunity to look fabulous without the guilt.” There are also great spots for accessories, including Fossil and the regional accessory boutique Bijuju. And that’s just clothing and accessories! There’s also great shopping for the home with Pottery Barn and Williams-Sonoma ... we can’t even list them all!

It’s possible to literally shop until you drop at Market Common—but fortunately, you can drop into a plush movie theater seat, as Market Common is also home to Grand 14 Cinema, a first-run movie theater with more than 2,600 luxury stadium rocker seats.

Be sure to check the Market Common event calendar when you’re visiting Myrtle Beach, you never know what kind of event you may find, from the Irish Fest on March 16 at Valor Park to the 2013 Ground Zero Dragon Boat Races on April 27.

Paradise Resort guests love Market Common—especially because it’s less than a 10-minute drive from the resort.

If you go:
What: Market Common shopping and entertainment area
Where: GPS address - 1120 Farrow Parkway, Myrtle Beach, S.C.; physical address 4017 Deville Street, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
When: Hours vary by season, check www.marketcommonmb.com/about.php for details.

Posted 2/21/13

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