Wrightsville Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Wrightsville Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views
Wrightsville Beach which includes a beach as well as a small group of people
Wrightsville Beach featuring a beach as well as a small group of people
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Wrightsville Beach showing a beach as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Wrightsville Beach

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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 Airlie Gardens.

Shell Island
Wrightsville Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views

South End

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

South End
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South Harbor Island

When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Airlie Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South Harbor Island
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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 Airlie Gardens.

Parmele Isle
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.806.103 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
Rp1.806.103
Rp2.476.387 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,306 reviews)
"The resort is on the end of Wrightsville with wonderful views of the inlet by Figure Eight Island. In warm months, the vast beach is smooth with easy entry into the ocean. A sand bar prevents the ruts I've experienced at south facing resorts. The walls are not the thickest so a loud neighbor can ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2025

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
1706 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is Rp1.611.720 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
Rp1.611.720
Rp2.065.444 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful pools, beautiful outdoor seating"

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach, an IHG Hotel
Blockade Runner Beach Resort
Blockade Runner Beach Resort
3 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
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Blockade Runner Beach Resort
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Kasa FreeMoreWest Charlotte
Kasa FreeMoreWest Charlotte
4 out of 5
2109 Morton St, Charlotte, NC
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (466 reviews)
"The best place ive ever stayed;)"

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2025

Kasa FreeMoreWest Charlotte
The Highlands at Sugar by Capital Vacations
The Highlands at Sugar by Capital Vacations
3 out of 5
2173 Sugar Mountain Drive, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly apartment in Banner Elk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (683 reviews)
"Nice quiet place. Older buildings but have a charm to them. Very clean and spacious. Overall a good stay at a reasonable price."

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2025

The Highlands at Sugar by Capital Vacations
Swiss Mountain Village
Swiss Mountain Village
3 out of 5
2324 Flat Top Rd, Blowing Rock, NC
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Blowing Rock. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Appalachian Ski Mtn. and Tweetsie Railroad are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)
Love these cabins!
"We LOVE these cabins!! Will come back every year for our annual winter ski trip."

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2025

Swiss Mountain Village
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Popular places to visit

Wrightsville Beach showing a beach as well as a small group of people

Wrightsville Beach

4/5(1 review)

This picturesque barrier island offers consistent waves for surfers, a vibrant nightlife and a wide range of outdoor activities.

Wrightsville Beach
Johnnie Mercer's Pier

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.

Johnnie Mercer's Pier

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 SUP

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.

South End Surf Shop

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.

Aussie Island Surf Shop

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.

Wrightsville Beach Museum of History

Things to do

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Sunset Sailboat Cruise

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Sunset Sailboat Cruise

Rp1.751.923
per adult
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Sunset Sailboat Cruise
Unforgettable and Tender photo of Mom and her kids at the beach

Your Unforgettable Candid Family Photos at the beach

Rp10.946.475
per adult
Your Unforgettable Candid Family Photos at the beach
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Rp1.751.923
per adult
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise
Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour

Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour

Rp502.727
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour
Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Rp518.944
per adult
Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Wilmington

Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Wilmington

Rp3.156.553
per adult
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Wilmington
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