Myrtle Beach Ghost Tour

This iconic honky tonk is known for two things: country music and Barman Joe. Opened in 1944, the Bowery hosted the country supergroup Alabama from 1973 to 1980. It was probably around that time that a regular patron named Joe died right there on his usual bar stool. It is said that right before he passed, ‘Barman Joe’ revived for a moment to take his last sip, never wasting a drop. He was a man dedicated to having a good time, even after his passing. Visitors and staff at the bar report hearing ‘Barman Joe’ singing his favorite songs when there is no music playing. Servers have asked a man sitting at the bar what he wants to drink. After taking his order, when they come back with a drink there is no one there. There are also reports of strange noises after hours and cold spots where ‘Barman Joe’ is said to have died. Once you enter The Bowery, keep an ear out for the husky voice of ‘Barman Joe’ singing you a welcome.

The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk is a tourist hotspot dotted with delicious food, fun games, and thrilling rides — but if you look closely, you may notice not all of the visitors are fun- loving tourists. The boardwalk and surrounding beach host several spirits from throughout history.

The ghosts of the first settlers wander along the coast, lost in the recollection of days past. They are seeing the way Myrtle Beach looked long before it became a tourist spot.
Another famous ghost along the shore is the Gray Man. The legend goes: There was a young man engaged to a lady in Charleston. After a long separation, he got on his horse
and set out to see his fiancée, but he was overtaken by a powerful storm and perished before he could reach her. The girl was devastated at his loss. Now he appears on the beach to warn folks of approaching hurricanes. If you see him, it might be time to turn around and go home!

Founded in 1937, Peaches Corner has been a fixture of Myrtle Beach since before it was officially incorporated (1938), so it’s no surprise there’s at least one ghost hanging around the place. Visitors may feel the presence of Lillian “Peach” Justice, who founded the restaurant. Ms. Peach could be checking to see if her beloved restaurant is still getting tourists in by the dozen to eat. Some customers have claimed they feel like someone is looking over their shoulder as they eat. One patron said he heard a voice in his ear asking how the food was. When he turned around, no one was there. There are reports of unexplained shadows seen inside the shop after night, and some people have said they’ve seen a shadowy figure sitting on a stool at the counter.