South Harbor Island Travel Guide
Wrightsville Beach
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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.
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.
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 Harbor Island
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"Had breakfast at the restaurant waitstaff is not very attentive and food is luke warm otherwise decent. The floor in our room is dirty it obviously wasn't mopped and there isn't enough towels stocked. Everything else has been very nice."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
"The rooms were hard wood which was amazing. Breakfast could have been a little more than bagels"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Comfort Inn University
"The whole floor and room smelled."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
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Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Pirates Cove
"I went from only staying two nights with my daughter to adding an additional two nights with my husband and youngest son. Right off the bat everyone was so kind and helpful. Slowly as the last night came, there was a lot of rowdy people checking in late around midnight. That was unfortunate as I ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Harbor Island
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.
South End
If you're spending some time in South End, Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.
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.
