Shell Island Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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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
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Wrightsville SUP

Enjoy an outing to Wrightsville SUP during your stay in Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.

Wrightsville SUP
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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
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Aussie Island Surf Shop

Enjoy an outing to Aussie Island Surf Shop during your stay in Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.

Aussie Island Surf Shop
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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 romantic area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Wrightsville Beach Museum of History
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Cape Fear Paddleboarding

Enjoy an outing to Cape Fear Paddleboarding during your stay in Wrightsville Beach. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Cape Fear Paddleboarding

Activities

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Your Unforgettable Candid Family Photos at the beach

NZ$1,095
Per adult
Your Unforgettable Candid Family Photos at the beach
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4.5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour

NZ$138
Per adult
4.5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour
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Wonderful Wrightsville Beach Scavenger Hunt

NZ$44
Per adult
Wonderful Wrightsville Beach Scavenger Hunt
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Sunset Sail Tour

NZ$190
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Sail Tour
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2-Hour Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour

NZ$89
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2-Hour Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour
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4.5 Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour

NZ$138
Per adult
4.5 Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour
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Our pick of the best Shell Island Hotel Deals

Sleep Inn
Sleep Inn
2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St, Wilmington, NC
The price is NZ$193 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$193
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Stayed one night inbetween our other hotel stay. Staff was super friendly on all 3 shifts. Room was clean and comfortable. Loved having a free bite at breakfast before heading home- make your own waffle, cereal, muffins and beverages. Pool was open but way too cold to go into."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Sleep Inn
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 NZ$439 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$439
per night
30 May - 31 May
Book a stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,122 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Blockade Runner Beach Resort
Blockade Runner Beach Resort
3 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is NZ$436 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$436
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a marina. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Awesome location awesome area, nice people"

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Blockade Runner Beach Resort
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC
The price is NZ$315 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
NZ$315
per night
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
Nice, would stay again
"Great stay overall. Clean! Bed was very comfy. Updated finishes. Has daily housekeeping. Perfect location right on the waterfront. Restaurant and snack store on site. Parking lots are convenient for self parking. Elevators are quick. Desires for a better stay… 2 ply TP (or at least something softer), ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1211 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$366 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$366
per night
30 May - 31 May
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (773 reviews)
"Looking at the hotel it looked like it was an older hotel but it is being renovated. I was suprised at the modern look inside the room. The staff was friendly. I could see myself going back there."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel
Comfort Inn University
Comfort Inn University
2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road, Wilmington, NC
The price is NZ$200 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$200
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Pleasantly Surprised and Value for Money
"The location was very convenient close to the I-40 and central within the city for access to the beach, state park, the battleship, and the historic district by the Cape Fear river banks The rooms were very clean and all the furnishings as well as the bathroom fittings were relatively new and functioning ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Comfort Inn University
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Shell 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 Wrightsville SUP.

Parmele Isle
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South Harbor Island

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

South Harbor Island
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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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