Title: Visit Shell Island: Best of Shell Island, Wrightsville Beach Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Shell Island](https://expedia.ca/Shell-Island-Wrightsville-Beach-Hotels.0-n553248635976480810-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Wrightsville Beach](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Wrightsville-Beach.d10483.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Wrightsville Beach](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wrightsville-Beach.d10483.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Shell Island Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Shell-Island.d553248635976480810.Car-Rental-Guide)[Shell Island Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Shell-Island.d553248635976480810.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Shell Island ## Wrightsville Beach ## Visit Shell Island Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wrightsville Beach travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Wrightsville-Beach.dx10483) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Wrightsville Beach showing a sandy beach as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147053-Wrightsville-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wrightsville Beach 4.5/5(5 reviews) This picturesque barrier island offers consistent waves for surfers, a vibrant nightlife and a wide range of outdoor activities. [](https://expedia.ca/Wrightsville-Beach-South-End.d6066253.Vacation-Attraction) ![Johnnie Mercer's Pier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7c280b1fd9fe09a217f66de421357cc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Johnnie-Mercers-Pier-Wrightsville-Beach.d553248621561173645.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Wrightsville-SUP-Wrightsville-Beach.d553248621555612320.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/South-End-Surf-Shop-South-End.d553248621532661229.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Wrightsville-Beach-Museum-Of-History-Wrightsville-Beach.d553248621532661235.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Aussie-Island-Surf-Shop-Wrightsville-Beach.d553248621532661232.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50002377/25c69dd1-b4e9-475d-8657-cc53f59b57a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise CA $1,099 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/large-group-island-hopping-private-cruise.a50002377.activity-details) ![4.5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48202020/5e1ec793-deb7-4dac-a3c8-83728377b3d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Tour CA $103 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/5-hour-wilmington-river-to-sea-e-bike-self-guided-tour.a48202020.activity-details) ![Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48569795/7e2f2aa7-be2c-4bf8-ac8d-0242ae7f1e6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter CA $1,649 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wrightsville-beach-day-sail-private-catamaran-charter.a48569795.activity-details) ![Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48343328/5e9a7c94-88ff-4170-9d04-4ccb5de30201.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise CA $1,043 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wilmington-wrightsville-beach-private-sailboat-cruise.a48343328.activity-details) ![2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46221660/d1f976a8-30ed-46b1-b80c-28d3772abe45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach CA $495 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-hour-sailing-lesson-in-wrightsville-beach.a46221660.activity-details) ![Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46090777/1df9a9be-ea72-4c4e-bd54-7ef655950f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour CA $44 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wilmington-ghosts-phantoms-of-pirates-and-patriots-tour.a46090777.activity-details) [See all activities in Wrightsville Beach](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wrightsville-Beach.d10483.Travel-Guide-Activities) * * * ## Shell Island Hotel Deals ![Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17800/17732/70bf1e41_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites 2700 N Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach, NC CA $248 CA $317 total Oct 12 - Oct 13 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Wrightsville-Beach-Parmele-Isle.dx553248635976476748) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Harbor Island While South Harbor Island isn't home to many top sights, Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Wrightsville-Beach-South-Harbor-Island.dx553248635976481260) ![Wrightsville Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147049-Wrightsville-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South End While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop. 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