- Our list of the best things to do in Wilmington, North Carolina, features the top 124 nearby activities — including 63 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Wilmington, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Water Activities, Tours, Amusement, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 30 things to do within the city of Wilmington, NC , followed by 95 popular activities in nearby cities, including Southport, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Oak Island, Topsail Beach, Bald Head Island, New Bern and Surf City
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27.6 Miles
Holden Beach is ideal for those who want to enjoy sunbathing, swimming, and sand castle building on a quiet, clean, and uncrowded beach. Ideal for families, the area also features restaurants and other activities.
28.3 Miles
Situated a short distance from the beach, Holden Beach Driving Range is a practice facility that offers 16 hitting mats. The driving range also provides individual and group lessons from certified teaching golf professionals.
28.4 Miles
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3 votes
101 Ocean Boulevard West, Holden Beach, NC 28462
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Carolina School of Surf is a surf camp aimed towards younger surfers (ages 6-15.) The camp is four days long, teaches the basics of surfing, and features an student to instructor ratio of 3:1.
28.9 Miles
91%
35 votes
2775 Sea Aire Dr Sw, Holden Beach, NC 28462
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With half-day trips available, Ollie Raja Fishing Charters offers visitors a chance to catch mackerel, flounder, and shark on its fishing charters. The captain is knowledgeable about the fishing spots and the type of fish available.
29.8 Miles
Windy Point Nautical Adventures provides boat tours of the Intracoastal Waterway, creeks, rivers, and marshes throughout Holden Beach. Other activities include adventure excursions, a waterfront dining taxi, kayaking, and more.
31.8 Miles
Offering tours of Topsail Island, Tiki Tours - Day Tours features a pontoon boat that can seat large groups. Tours focus on the natural scenery as well as the colorful history of the area.
35.6 Miles
After some basic training and orientation, visitors can ride their own jet skis through North Topsail Beach at Makin Waves JetSki Rentals. On the trip, visitors have the a chance to see dolphins playing near their jet skis.
36.1 Miles
The hosts at Silver Coast Winery offer tastings of their European-style wines as well as tours of the production facility. The winery also features a gift shop, art gallery, special events and wedding venue.
36.3 Miles
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43 votes
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Oib Surf & Java
6278 Beach Dr SW,, Unit 6, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
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Oib Surf & Java is a great alternative to large coffee shop chains, offering a variety of coffee, tea, and smoothie flavors, including dairy-free options. While there, visitors can also shop for swim and surf gear, jewelry, and more.
36.4 Miles
91%
119 votes
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.