South End Travel Guide

Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views

Popular places to visit

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Johnnie Mercer's Pier

You can learn about the history of Wrightsville Beach when you stop by Johnnie Mercer's Pier. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Johnnie Mercer's Pier
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South End Surf Shop

Enjoy an outing to South End Surf Shop during your stay in Wrightsville Beach. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

South End Surf Shop
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Wrightsville SUP

Enjoy an outing to Wrightsville SUP during your stay in Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.

Wrightsville SUP
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Cape Fear Paddleboarding

Enjoy an outing to Cape Fear Paddleboarding during your stay in Wrightsville Beach. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Cape Fear Paddleboarding
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Aussie Island Surf Shop

Enjoy an outing to Aussie Island Surf Shop during your stay in Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.

Aussie Island Surf Shop
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Wrightsville Beach Museum of History

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Wrightsville Beach Museum of History in Wrightsville Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Wrightsville Beach Museum of History

Things to do

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Sunset Harbor Cruise Tour

฿1,762
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sunset Harbor Cruise Tour
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Island Hopper Cruise in Wrightsville Beach

฿1,762
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Island Hopper Cruise in Wrightsville Beach
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Your Unforgettable Candid Family Photos at the beach

฿23,787
Per adult
Your Unforgettable Candid Family Photos at the beach
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4.5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour

฿2,995
Per adult
4.5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour
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Wonderful Wrightsville Beach Scavenger Hunt

฿761
Per adult
Wonderful Wrightsville Beach Scavenger Hunt
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Sunset Sail Tour

฿4,053
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Sail Tour
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Top hotels in South End

Comfort Inn University
Comfort Inn University
2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road, Wilmington, NC
The price is ฿4,007 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿4,007
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"This hotel works well for a home base for local day trips."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024

Comfort Inn University
Surf Suites
Surf Suites
2.5 out of 5
711 S Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is ฿13,163 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
฿13,163
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this beach motel in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (167 reviews)
"Once checked in the property offered a relaxing and good experience. Had to go off site for any meals or amenities except for a couple of vending machines. Pool is small and very plain. More like a motel pool. Beach was a short walk but very nice beach area. Very good wash and clean up area for sand ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

Surf Suites
Sandpeddler Inn & Suites
Sandpeddler Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
15 Nathan St, Wrightsville Beach, NC
Stay at this hotel in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (264 reviews)
"Excellent location and property. The staff was amazing. I enjoyed talking to Dakota 😉"

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2024

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Blockade Runner Beach Resort
Blockade Runner Beach Resort
3 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is ฿9,630 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
฿9,630
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a marina. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Great spot !!"

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

Blockade Runner Beach Resort
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC
The price is ฿5,280 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿5,280
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Walk.in shower, hardwood flooring, convenient location"

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is ฿11,460 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿11,460
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,136 reviews)
"E sry single person that worked there was so nice. The restaurant on the property was very good. Our suite was perfect with the king and the sofa bed in the living area. Nothing plush but just enough. We were disappointed that they knew there were 4 checking in so that should have meant at least ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around South End

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South Harbor Island

When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South Harbor Island
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Parmele Isle

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parmele Isle and surrounding area, you can visit Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP.

Parmele Isle
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Shell Island

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shell Island and surrounding area, you can visit Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP.

Shell Island

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