Wrightsville Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wrightsville Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views
Wrightsville Beach showing a beach as well as a small group of people
Wrightsville Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a small group of people
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Photo provided by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com
Wrightsville Beach showing a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Wrightsville Beach

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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
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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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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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
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach, NC
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! (1,471 reviews)
"Every room is ocean front, convenient to the beach. Staff is friendly."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

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Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Trailborn Surf & Sound

Trailborn Surf & Sound

4 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is NZ$440 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$440
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (148 reviews)
"Staff stated I would receive a $25 day food credit and didn’t see it on my bill."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Trailborn Surf & Sound
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

3 out of 5
1706 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$365 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
NZ$365
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"With several options and variety of food, among the locale directly on the beach, we found this hotel to be above and beyond perfect for our trip. Add to that, the staff, service, facility cleanliness, and overall safety of the area provided an A+ experience! When we return, we will stay here again, ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
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3 Bed | 3 Bath | Sleeps 8 | Duneridge Condo | Wrightsville Beach, NC

3 Bed | 3 Bath | Sleeps 8 | Duneridge Condo | Wrightsville Beach, NC

Wrightsville Beach
Book a stay at this beach condo in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Wrightsville Beach and Johnnie Mercer's ...
10/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

3 Bed | 3 Bath | Sleeps 8 | Duneridge Condo | Wrightsville Beach, NC
Seaside Solace: Panoramic Views! Oceanfront Condo, King Bed, Pool, Tennis,Cabana

Seaside Solace: Panoramic Views! Oceanfront Condo, King Bed, Pool, Tennis,Cabana

Wrightsville Beach
Book a stay at this beach condo in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Wrightsville Beach and Johnnie ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Wrightsville Seaside Solace
"The place was beautiful. Everything you needed was there. Erin was very responsive. We loved our vacation and cannot wait to come back."

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2024

Seaside Solace: Panoramic Views! Oceanfront Condo, King Bed, Pool, Tennis,Cabana
Ocean Views, Balcony, Pool, STEPS to Beach, Restaurants, Shops

Ocean Views, Balcony, Pool, STEPS to Beach, Restaurants, Shops

Wrightsville Beach
Book a stay at this beach condo in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Wrightsville Beach and Aussie ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Beautiful Beach Vacation
"Very impressed with cleanliness of entire property, building and our unit. Especially being a 4th of July holiday weekend/week. Easy access to beach and so many local restaurants and stores. Awesome shower! Hughly recommend."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Ocean Views, Balcony, Pool, STEPS to Beach, Restaurants, Shops
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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 riverfront 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 romantic 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 riverfront 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$1,339
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$125
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$251
per adult
2 Hours Cocktail Sail Aboard Bella
Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter

Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter

NZ$2,008
per traveller
Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter
2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach

2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach

NZ$602
per traveller
2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise

NZ$1,270
per traveller
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise
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