South Harbor Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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

Wrightsville Beach

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 seaside 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

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

Aussie Island Surf Shop

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

Aussie Island Surf Shop

Activities

Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

NZ$1,351
per traveller
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise
4.5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour

5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Tour

NZ$129
per adult
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Tour
2 Hours Cocktail Sail Aboard Bella

2 Hours Cocktail Sail Aboard Bella

NZ$254
per adult
2 Hours Cocktail Sail Aboard Bella
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise

NZ$1,286
per traveller
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise
Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter

Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter

NZ$2,033
per traveller
Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter
2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach

2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach

NZ$610
per traveller
2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach
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Our pick of the best South Harbor Island Hotel Deals

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is NZ$352 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$352
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,512 reviews)
"Very quiet and peaceful except for housekeeping moving furniture above us while we were trying to sleep in. Beautiful location and view. The bed and pillows were very uncomfortable. Sheets were stiff and scratchy. The room was only stocked with 2 towels…. Tv in the bedroom did not work as the outlet ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
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$244 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$244
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,317 reviews)
"It was centrally located and the staff was extremely courteous."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Sleep Inn

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St, Wilmington, NC
The price is NZ$126 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$126
per night
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
Super clean, sanitary, and inviting
"When I first arrived into the room, it was truly a breath of fresh air. No, literally the room smelt absolutely amazing and super clean I’m like I have ever smelled a hotel room before. I truly knew that they put work in effort into making that room clean For me. The hospitality staff was always ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Sleep Inn
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

2.5 out of 5
5126 Market St, Wilmington, NC
The price is NZ$190 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$190
per night
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"Would stay again."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3.5 out of 5
9 Estell Lee Place, Wilmington, NC
The price is NZ$270 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$270
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Excellent customer service"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Trailborn Surf & Sound

Trailborn Surf & Sound

4 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is NZ$457 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
NZ$457
per night
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (199 reviews)
"Just a beautifully located resort and the pool area and bar and gas fire pit at night are fantastic"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Trailborn Surf & Sound
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Other neighbourhoods around 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 Wrightsville SUP.

Parmele Isle
Wrightsville Beach which includes 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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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 Wrightsville SUP.

Shell Island

South Harbor Island Travel Guide

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