- The list below includes 77 free or cheap things to do in or near Carolina Beach, North Carolina, including 46 different types of inexpensive activities like Piers & Boardwalks, Arcades, Mini Golf and Breweries.
- From Carolina Beach State Park to Freeman Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carolina Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Wilmington, Kure Beach, Wrightsville Beach and Oak Island.
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The Missiles and More Museum contains a detailed history of naval and military activities in the Topsail Island region. The museum has several displays and a variety of pictures, films, and local artifacts available for viewing.
30.4 Miles
Managed by the USDA Forest Service, the Island Creek Trail is a lovely half-mile hiking trail. It is fairly flat and suitable for novice hikers, and affords breathtaking views of native and transplanted vegetation. The trail is free to use.
32.6 Miles
A family-friendly restaurant and arcade, the Breakers Arcade in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina provides plenty of arcade entertainment and food choices, especially ice cream. Salty's Surf Shop in the facility rents out surfboards, kayaks and bikes.
32.6 Miles
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21 East Secoond Street, Ocean Isle Beach, NC
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Open year-round, the Museum of Coastal Carolina showcases the natural history, habitats and culture of the coastal Carolina region. The museum includes interactive exhibits such as a touch tank and fossil pit.
33.2 Miles
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6428 Beach Dr SW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
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Visitors can enjoy go kart racing and competing with up to 16 drivers at Ocean Isle Beach Super Track. The venue features scorpion go karts and a track with a variety of turns and twists.
33.3 Miles
Many water-based activities are offered at Ohana Paddle Sports. They offer board rentals, a variety of lessons, bicycle rentals, and they also have a store to buy kayaking or surfing equipment.
33.5 Miles
Destroyed by passing hurricanes and rebuilt several times, Surf City Pier offers fishing spots with a tackle shop, cleaning stations, and bait area. The pier also has shops that sell souvenirs and a burger joint.
33.6 Miles
Soundside Park serves as a family-friendly recreational facility with several boardwalks around its edges, complete with a fishing pier and viewing decks. Attractions include multiple slides, swings, an extensive playground, and a climbing wall.
33.6 Miles
Visit Brunswick Beaches is an organization dedicated to promoting tourism and vacationing in the Brunswick Beaches area. In addition to beaches, visitors to the area enjoy eating at local restaurants, playing golf, or shopping.
33.7 Miles
Guests aboard the Belle of Topsail sight-see in style as they cruise around the North Carolina coast. Captain David Luther is also an ordained minister and often performs weddings aboard the boat, a charming vintage-inspired vessel that holds up to 49 adults.