South End Travel Guide
Wrightsville Beach
Popular places to visit
Wrightsville Beach
This picturesque barrier island offers consistent waves for surfers, a vibrant nightlife and a wide range of outdoor activities.
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.
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.
Things to do
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
THE Wilmington History, Haunts & Breweries E-Bike Tour (4 hr)
Top hotels in South End
Surf Suites
Clean, great location!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Sandpeddler Inn & Suites
Very nice as usual, we’ve stayed several times. Only negative this trip was the AC was either not working or not working well.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Fantastic ocean beach view from the balcony! Could see Wilmington buildings a few miles to the South. Shell Island Resort is at the end of the beach road! Walk the beach 1.5 miles northward the the ocean "river" flowing into the salt water marsh...Amazing!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Our room was clean and spacious. We got upgraded to a suite when we checked in, which was really a nice surprise. It had a full living room, as well as a nice size bedroom. We will definitely stay there again in the future.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
It was clean and the staff was very professional and courteous. The room was nice,the bed was comfortable, and once we got the temperature it was like being at home.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Comfort Inn University
Clean
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South End
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
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.
