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 riverfront 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 romantic area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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.
Top hotels in South End

Surf Suites
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Sleep Inn
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Comfort Inn University
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Trailborn Surf & Sound
Reviewed on 13 Aug 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 Wrightsville SUP, 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.
- Carolina Beach
- North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
- Kure Beach Pier
- Live Oak Bank Pavilion
- Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
- Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
- Fort Fisher State Historic Site
- Freeman Park
- Ocean Front Park
- Cape Fear River
- Cape Fear Community College
- Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
- Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
- Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
- Bellamy Mansion Museum
- New Hanover County Arboretum