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
Top hotels in South End
Surf Suites
Excellent experience. Clean. Fully equipped kitchen. Spectacular Ocean view.
Reviewed on 8 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
Nice and quiet area. If you’re looking to “spring break” you’ll want to do that somewhere else.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The onsite restaurants were convenient and the food was tasty. The location along the water made for a perfect morning stroll.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
Pretty basic breakfast options of bagels, yogurt, cereal. Coffee and juice.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Comfort Inn University
The hotel was clean, room was quite comfortable. A continental breakfast was included but the food did not taste good at all. I don't think they used real eggs - they tasted fake (watery) and tasteless. The coffee was also awful. They did have fresh apples, muffins, OJ, instant oatmeal and DIY waffles. ...
Reviewed on 6 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.
