Shell Island Travel Guide
Wrightsville Beach
Popular places to visit
Wrightsville Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Wrightsville Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to South End. Take in the festivals and sunrises in the area.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
Top hotels in Shell Island
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
beautiful beach view, very clean helpful staff
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Sleep Inn
Nice staff and a smooth check in and check out processes. Free breakfast was small but pretty good for something quick. Spacious rooms
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
My only complaint: valet parking was closed when we arrived back at hotel @ 11:15pm. I was told "we are closed for the night". My response. I paid for valet parking so i expect someone to park my car. I felt like I inconvenienced him. However he said leave your key, and I will have someone move ...
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Staff is nice and room was clean and well equipped. Only down side is you have to pay $12 parking regardless of reservation.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Decor, cleanliness, great staff
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
The staff throughout the hotel and throughout our one-day stay were all wonderful. I wrote about the wonderful ladies who helped me with my checkin to ensure my stay during my special day was perfect. Other staff continued the exceptional courtesy, wishing me well as we interacted for various reasons. ...
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shell Island
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.
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.
South End
If you're spending some time in South End, Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.
Shell Island Travel Guide
- Carolina Beach
- Live Oak Bank Pavilion
- Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
- Kure Beach Pier
- Cape Fear Community College
- Cape Fear River
- Freeman Park
- Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
- Ocean Front Park
- Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
- Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
- Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
- Ogden Park
- Cape Fear Museum
