Wrightsville Beach Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Wrightsville Beach
Where to stay in Wrightsville Beach

Shell Island
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shell Island and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach.

South End
If you're spending some time in South End, Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.

South Harbor Island
When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach, 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 Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach.

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
No, gym was not well equipped
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Incredible experience. Friendly and helpful staff, beautiful facilities and comfortable furnishings. This is a place that, over the coming years, will often see me, my family, and as many of my friends as I can tell.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Love this gem in WB! Clean room, great views, great food in restaurant
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

A Place at the Beach
Room was spacious with all conveniences yet it had a stale smoke smell. After a 3 week stay, we had to wash all clothing when we got home. The configuration of the complex was odd and not easily navigated, especially to beach access. Only one elevator for the entire building. Check-in was frustrating ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

stayAPT Suites Fayetteville
Great for longer stays. Well-stocked but low capacirt water tank on toilet proved problematic. Front desk not always staffed.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Kasa FreeMoreWest Charlotte
Very nice property with easy check-in. Kasa was very easy to get in contact with during the whole trip.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
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
After visiting Johnnie Mercer's Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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
- Wrightsville Beach Museum of History
- Carolina Beach
- Live Oak Bank Pavilion
- North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
- Kure Beach Pier
- Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
- Cape Fear River
- Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
- Freeman Park
- Cape Fear Community College
- Ocean Front Park
- Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
- Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
- Fort Fisher State Historic Site
- Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

