South End Travel Guide
Wrightsville Beach





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Wrightsville Beach
This picturesque barrier island offers consistent waves for surfers, a vibrant nightlife and a wide range of outdoor activities.

Johnnie Mercer's Pier
After visiting Johnnie Mercer's Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Things to do

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Top hotels in South End

Surf Suites
"Room was clean, kitchen was full stocked, staff was friendly, and parking was convenient."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026

Sandpeddler Inn & Suites
"We absolutely loved our trip and stay at Sandpeddler Inn & Suites. The location is phenomenal with a short 30 yard or so walk before your feet hit the sand. Our balcony had a view of the Ocean and it was very peaceful! The staff was helpful when needed but not overbearing. They addressed my needs ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"Liked private beach, heated pool. Would have liked a better coffee pot. The one in room 513 needed to be cleaned or replaced. Also there was lots of hair accumulated in the indoor pool from other swimmers that stuck on hands while swimming. Liked veranda"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
"Love it"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"my room did NOT have air conditioning and the maintenance staff was unable to fix that, when i asked for another room i was told there no rooms available. The staff did not try to assist me in finding another hotel in Wilmington that was part of the Hilton Tapestry or any other accommodations. My ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Spark by Hilton Wilmington
"We only stayed one night for college orientation, but everything was clean, the staff was friendly and we had everything we needed"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South End

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

South Harbor Island
When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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








