Location: Wrightsville Beach
Top Things to do in Wrightsville Beach
Top Restaurants in Wrightsville Beach
Top 10 Things to do in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina (NC)
Known for its premier water sports, Wrightsville Beach is an ideal place for active families seeking world-class surfing, stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking. It’s also perfect for leisure travelers happy to cast a line from Johnnie Mercer’s Pier, try a walking tour or visit the local Museum of History. Waterfront dining options offer fresh seafood and farm-to-table fare. With both adventure and relaxation, Wrightsville Beach has become an annual destination for many families.
Restaurants in Wrightsville Beach
1. Wrightsville SUP
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 287 reviews
We offer Stand Up Paddle, Kayak, and Bike Lessons, Tours and Rentals. Classes include advanced lessons, tours, yoga and fitness classes in Wrightsville Beach, Wilmington, Figure 8, Carolina Beach and Topsail. Students of any age, size, or water experience will enjoy a fun, go at your own pace adventure. We will glide effortlessly through the famous Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), the shallows of Banks Channel, and the crystal clear Atlantic Ocean of southern North Carolina all powered by you. We offer a wide variety of group and private tours that cater to anyones needs. With the premier calm water access to WB marshes, top certified guides and ample parking, we strive to make your experience the most comfortable, safe and pleasurable water adventure.
2. WB Surf Camp
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 357 reviews
WB Surf Camp offers safe and exciting learn-to-surf adventures for kids, teens, and adults. Choose from day and overnight camps, lessons, family programs, and exotic surf retreats. No experience is required as we cater to beginners. Come learn the incredible sport of surfing from our team of professional instructors and have an experience you will never forget!
3. La Dee Dah Cruises
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 76 reviews
La Dee Dah Sunset Cruises is happy to "Welcome You Aboard” We're delighted to share our love of the water with you as you experience Wrightsville Beach Sunsets the very best way possible "On the Water" Specializing in 1st class service we limit our passengers to just 6 guests for an intimate 2 hour cruise. Food, Drinks, Sunsets & Great Memories are all right here waiting. Book Your Sunset Today!
4. Wrightsville Beach Museum of History
5. Wrightsville Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,038 reviews
Reviewed By maas_johnf - Raleigh, United States
We stayed at the Holiday Inn on the north side of the island. The beach here is rather gritty with lot of broken shells - wear foot protection. As you go north, there is plenty of parking and access. We prefer the sandier south end - go all the way to parking at the end of the road. There is also street parking. The cost is $5 per hour or $25 per day. You can walk around the nesting area to calmer water on the other side of the breakwater.
6. Stanback Coastal Education Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
7. Motts Channel Seafood
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By pilgrim1_13 - Mebane, United States
We have been frequenting Mott's Channel Seafood for years. It's known by locals as THE best place to get freshest and widest selection of great fish,alongside the best tasting and looking fresh shrimp I have found, (one of our favorite things to do is after being on the boat or beach is planning a simple meal of shrimp & grits w/ fresh vegetables , all found at Mott's Channel. Of course, there is also available the incredible home made key lime pie as a treat! The grits packages are all-inclusive, no need to add ingredients, thus healthier for you. Plus it's simple to make. Their fresh corn, local vegetables available are there for the taking. The staff is always helpful about which is best for how you want to cook, they are very knowledgeable -- their boats come in and out daily here, docked right by the seafood shop. Drive right up, no parking problems , look for it near the marinas along the water between between Banks Channel & the I.C.W. A must go-to spot for fresh-catch.
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9. Crystal Pier
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By W1702PJmarkg - Catonsville, United States
The pier bar at the Oceanic Restaurant sits at the end of the outside dining area on the Crystal pier and has become one of our favorite places to go to when at Wrightsville Beach. There are plenty of seats around the bar and benches on the pier while enjoying the sunsets, wave breaks and fantastic views. They have music a few evenings a week. Decent beer selection for a small outside bar,with a few on tap, and reasonably priced and generous wine pours. The ultimate beach atmosphere.
10. Wrightsville Beach Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
