Popular places to visit
Wrightsville Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Wrightsville Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to South End. Take in the festivals and sunrises in the area.
Johnnie Mercer's Pier
You can learn about the history of Wrightsville Beach with a trip to Johnnie Mercer's Pier. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out 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.
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.
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.
Wrightsville Beach Museum of History
You can spend an afternoon studying 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.
South End Hotel Deals
Surf Suites
Excellent kitchen for cooking in in order to enjoy the sunset on the balcony. Great restaurant right next door. Driving in the area was okay; grocery store nearby as well as a wonderful garden to enjoy. The beach was walkable in either direction.
Reviewed on 22 November 2025
Sandpeddler Inn & Suites
Generous sized room, super comfy, smelled great and great porch with chairs.
Reviewed on 11 November 2025
Sleep Inn
No hot breakfast but good variety of muffins, bagels etc. Shower head was stuck on one setting. Decent for the price for a quick stay.
Reviewed on 24 November 2025
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Room was clean. The staff, especially Marie, were very courteous and respectful. Provided great assistance to my wife and I.
Reviewed on 25 November 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Hotel is beautiful and the customer service was excellent. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 29 November 2025
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Perfect location! Room 216 was good. Furniture fine. Beach View awesome. Bed comfy. My only issue is either the water has a smell or it’s the shower/tub drain has a smell. Otherwise, good 3 night stay.
Reviewed on 28 November 2025
Other neighborhoods around South End
South Harbor Island
While South Harbor Island isn't home to many top sights, Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Aussie Island Surf Shop are some notable places to visit nearby.
Parmele Isle
When in Parmele Isle, you can plan a visit to Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Shell Island
Though Shell Island might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP.
South End, NC
- Wrightsville Beach
- South End Surf Shop
- Carolina Beach Boardwalk
- University of North Carolina at Wilmington
- Riverwalk
- Carolina Beach
- Wilmington Convention Center
- Battleship North Carolina
- Mayfaire Town Center
- Live Oak Bank Pavilion
- North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
- Kure Beach
- Surf City Beach
- Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
- Figure Eight Island
- Johnnie Mercer's Pier
- Kure Beach Pier
- Cape Fear Community College
- Cape Fear River
- Freeman Park
- Airlie Gardens
- Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
- Fort Fisher State Historic Site
- Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
- Carolina Beach State Park
- Ocean Front Park
- Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens
- Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
- Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews
- Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
- Magnolia Greens Golf Plantation
- Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
