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.
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.
Top hotels in South End
Surf Suites
Surf Suites is my favorite place to stay in Wrightsville Beach. The rooms are spacious~
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Sandpeddler Inn & Suites
Generous sized room, super comfy, smelled great and great porch with chairs.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Room was large, and had storage space. Bathroom was very clean.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Sleep Inn
great price . conveniently located and clean
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Staff was friendly and helpful. Rooms clean and quiet.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Friendly staff and clean, rooms…love the sitting area and large bathroom! The restaurant was excellent!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 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.
South End Travel Guide
- Carolina Beach
- Live Oak Bank Pavilion
- North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
- Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
- Kure Beach Pier
- Cape Fear Community College
- Cape Fear River
- Freeman Park
- Fort Fisher State Historic Site
- Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
- Ocean Front Park
- Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
- Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
- Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
- Bellamy Mansion Museum
