Free & Cheap Things to Do in Wrightsville Beach, NC

  • The list below includes 70 free or cheap things to do in or near Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, including 48 different types of inexpensive activities like Fishing, Beaches, Paddleboarding and History Museums.
  • From Wrightsville Beach to Wrightsville Beach Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wrightsville Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Wilmington, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Southport.
  • The list below includes 70 free or cheap things to do in or near Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, including 48 different types of inexpensive activities like Fishing, Beaches, Paddleboarding and History Museums.
  • From Wrightsville Beach to Wrightsville Beach Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wrightsville Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Wilmington, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Southport.
Showing 51-60 of 118
16.4 Miles
75% 4 votes
Walking Tours P. O. Box 103, Kure Beach, NC 28449 MoreLess Info
Pleasure Island Safari offers driving tours of the Pleasure Island area in the company's signature Land Rover, Zork. Up to eight can ride at once, and tours can be as brief as half an hour or half a day.
17.6 Miles
92% 349 votes
Historic Sites 1610 Fort Fisher Boulevard, South, Kure Beach, NC 28449 MoreLess Info
The Fort Fisher Historic Site was an important location to the Confederacy as it was used to run supplies to the Confederate army. Located at Kure Beach, the fort is the site of two major battles of the Civil War.
17.8 Miles
96% 222 votes
Historic Sites 1000 Loggerhead Road, Kure Beach, NC 28449 MoreLess Info
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area has six miles of beaches. Loggerhead sea turtles, piping plovers and other rare species, often frequent these beaches and visitors can sun, swim and fish.
18.3 Miles
92% 351 votes
Historic Sites 1610 Fort Fisher Boulevard, South, Wilmington, NC 28449 MoreLess Info
Designed to keep the Wilmington port open during the Civil War, when Fort Fisher fell on January 15, 1865, it was one of the most decisive victories that proving that the North's victory. Visitors to the Fort Fisher State Historic Site see earthworks, and view a documentary, and shop.
18.8 Miles
73% 30 votes
Walking Trails Croatan National Forest, New Bern, NC MoreLess Info
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.
20.6 Miles
100% 6 votes
Paddleboarding 311 S. Topsail Dr, Surf City, NC 28445 MoreLess Info
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.
20.7 Miles
82% 119 votes
Piers & Boardwalks 112 S Shore Drive, Surf City, NC 28445 MoreLess Info
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.
20.8 Miles
97% 98 votes
Parks 517 Roland Avenue, Surf City, NC 28445 MoreLess Info
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.
20.9 Miles
83% 101 votes
Pirate Tours 518 C Roland Ave., Surf City, NC 28445 MoreLess Info
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.
20.9 Miles
100% 11 votes
Art Gallery 203 Greensboro Avenue, Surf City, NC 28445 MoreLess Info
Featuring the work of local artisans, Seacoast Art Gallery displays paintings, crafts, and pottery for visitors to enjoy. The resident artists is Sandy L. McHugh, who specializes in acrylic and watercolor paintings.
Showing 51-60 of 118
HAVE SUGGESTIONS FOR COOL AND INTERESTING THINGS TO DO IN THE Wrightsville Beach AREA?
ADD A NEW ATTRACTION TO TRIPBUZZ!