South End, NC

Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach
Wrightsville Beach which includes a beach as well as a small group of people
Wrightsville Beach featuring a beach as well as a small group of people
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Wrightsville Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

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

Wrightsville Beach

4.5/5(729 reviews)

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

4.5/5(98 reviews)

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

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 SUP

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

Wrightsville SUP

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

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 family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Wrightsville Beach Museum of History

Things to do

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Sunset Sailboat Cruise

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Sunset Sailboat Cruise

￥15,422
per adult
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Sunset Sailboat Cruise
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cocktail Sail

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cocktail Sail

￥21,690
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

￥11,568
per adult
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Tour
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

￥115,680
per traveler
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise
Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter

Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter

￥173,520
per traveler
Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter
2 Hours Cocktail Sail Aboard Bella

2 Hours Cocktail Sail Aboard Bella

￥21,690
per adult
2 Hours Cocktail Sail Aboard Bella
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South End Hotel Deals

Surf Suites
Surf Suites
2.5 out of 5
711 S Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is ￥44,697 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
￥44,697
￥50,508 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (353 reviews)
"We loved our stay but the only downside would be hearing people above us that were quite loud. Also maybe put black out curtains in the bedroom. Other than that so fun and loved the location"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

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 WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (334 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and accommodating. The room was clean and modern."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

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Sandpeddler Inn & Suites
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 ￥47,455 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
￥47,455
￥57,493 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,398 reviews)
Nice stay
"In the first room that we stayed room 314 was okay, but I noticed and also my wife did also, a foul smell near the dinette table that seemed to be a smell of animal feces which was a turn off. It was a faint smell that could be smelled off and on. Otherwise everything was okay."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Sleep Inn
Sleep Inn
2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St, Wilmington, NC
The price is ￥10,566 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
￥10,566
￥11,939 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Muy buena atención del personal"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

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Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
2.5 out of 5
1211 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is ￥44,734 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
￥44,734
￥50,550 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,282 reviews)
"It was great property. Family friendly...more signage about the pool location would have been helpful. But this is an amazing propertt"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
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 ￥20,779 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
￥20,779
￥23,481 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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! (1,184 reviews)
"Had a good night sleep with property is a bit dated for the cost."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Other neighborhoods around South End

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South Harbor Island

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

South Harbor 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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Shell Island

4.5/5(107 area reviews)

Though Shell Island might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP.

Shell Island

South End, NC