Shell Island, NC

Wrightsville Beach

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Wrightsville Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Wrightsville Beach

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

Wrightsville Beach
This pier makes for great sunrise photos. $2 to walk out onto it but totally worth it. Lots of avid fishermen to entertain you AND they sell beer and other beverages to carry out there with you. The Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach is a great area to visit with numerous excellent breweries and many great restaurants.

Johnnie Mercer's Pier

You can learn about the history of Wrightsville Beach with a trip to Johnnie Mercer's Pier. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Johnnie Mercer's Pier

Wrightsville SUP

You can take time to visit Wrightsville SUP during your travels to Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.

Wrightsville SUP

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

Wrightsville Beach Museum of History

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

Wrightsville Beach Museum of History

Aussie Island Surf Shop

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

Aussie Island Surf Shop

Things to do

Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

￥117,800
per traveler
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cocktail Sail

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cocktail Sail

￥22,170
per adult
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cocktail Sail
4.5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour

5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Tour

￥11,085
per adult
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Tour
2 Hours Cocktail Sail Aboard Bella

2 Hours Cocktail Sail Aboard Bella

￥22,170
per adult
2 Hours Cocktail Sail Aboard Bella
Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter

Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter

￥177,360
per traveler
Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter
2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach

2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach

￥53,208
per traveler
2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach
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Shell Island Hotel Deals

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
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Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Sleep Inn

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St, Wilmington, NC
The price is ￥10,367 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
￥10,367
￥11,715 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
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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 ￥21,326 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
￥21,326
￥24,098 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,250 reviews)
"Every thing was beautiful. Quiet and right on the river. Only thing for me was the mattress was difficult to sleep on. Other than that I would definitely come back."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3.5 out of 5
9 Estell Lee Place, Wilmington, NC
The price is ￥20,773 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
￥20,773
￥23,473 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Trailborn Surf & Sound

Trailborn Surf & Sound

4 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is ￥29,261 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
￥29,261
￥39,438 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
Trailborn Surf & Sound
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

2.5 out of 5
5126 Market St, Wilmington, NC
The price is ￥14,512 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
￥14,512
￥16,398 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
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Other neighborhoods around Shell Island

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Parmele Isle

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

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

Parmele Isle
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South Harbor Island

While South Harbor Island isn't home to many top sights, Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Harbor Island
Wrightsville Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach

South End

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop.

South End

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