South Harbor Island
Wrightsville Beach
Visit South Harbor Island
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Things to do
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Top hotels in South Harbor Island
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"Have stayed here several times maybe 4-5. Also have stayed down the street. Shell island continued to be our go too. You have a great location, with no neighbor to one side making your own prib."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"I love this place i will be back in 2 weeks"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
"No prepared hot breakfast but there was waffle mix readily available"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Comfort Inn University
"Excellent Breakfast lots of variety. Would definately stay again."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
"Staff 5 star and so helpful . Needed extra pillows was brought to room quickly . Asked for coffee and was made promptly , and so good ! If in area again I certainly would stay again Room could use extra mirror perhaps in front of desk as it's difficult to get ready to go out when only one to use ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Pirates Cove
"I want to start off by saying how amazing the staff was, from the people who work the desk to the people who clean the rooms. I had a third floor room at first which (that’s a lot of stairs) but it was quiet and nice getting an outside table I could relax on and people watch or to enjoy the weather ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
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.
