Popular places to visit

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

Two- Hour Group Surfing Lesson in Cocoa Wrightsville Beach, NC

History and Architecture Walking Tour

Sailing Charters in Wilmington

5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Adventure Tour
Top hotels in South End

Surf Suites
Excellent kitchen for cooking in in order to enjoy the sunset on the balcony. Great restaurant right next door. Driving in the area was okay; grocery store nearby as well as a wonderful garden to enjoy. The beach was walkable in either direction.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Sandpeddler Inn & Suites
Generous sized room, super comfy, smelled great and great porch with chairs.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Sleep Inn
No hot breakfast but good variety of muffins, bagels etc. Shower head was stuck on one setting. Decent for the price for a quick stay.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Great location, friendly staff
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Very nice place to stay. Great rooms. Only down side is that you have pay to park your car.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Room clean and loved the ocean front view of beach
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South End

South Harbor Island
When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Aussie Island Surf Shop, 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 Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP.

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.







