James's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Must see when visiting the Island.
124 locals recommend
The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center
302 Tortuga LnMust see when visiting the Island.
Excellent views of ocean an sunsets. Also, not a bad spot if you enjoy fishing off if the pier.
114 locals recommend
Surf City Ocean Pier, Inc.
112 S Shore DrExcellent views of ocean an sunsets. Also, not a bad spot if you enjoy fishing off if the pier.
Why come to the ocean and not learn about it? Great opportunities for fun and learning of all types. Parents night out ages 5-12 from 5:30-9
21 locals recommend
Ecological Marine Adventures
106 N Topsail DrWhy come to the ocean and not learn about it? Great opportunities for fun and learning of all types. Parents night out ages 5-12 from 5:30-9
Social Activities
Locations to hang out and have some fun with music, adult beverages or food. Sometimes, you can get all 3.
Great people and atmosphere. Food trucks most days. Veteran owned. Kid and pet friendly.
88 locals recommend
Salty Turtle Beer Co..
103 Triton LnGreat people and atmosphere. Food trucks most days. Veteran owned. Kid and pet friendly.
The Peak Tap Room
205 Roland AveLarge beer selection, great food and cool atmosphere
Great outdoor space to hang out, listen to music, drink a beer or glass of wine, food available as well as ice cream shop on site.
32 locals recommend
unWINEd Wine Bar and Beer
114 North Topsail DriveGreat outdoor space to hang out, listen to music, drink a beer or glass of wine, food available as well as ice cream shop on site.
Island History
Great history of the Island from Pirates, the WAVES who served in WW II, operation bumblebee, the development of the Osprey aircraft and much more.
32 locals recommend
Missiles and More Museum
720 Channel BlvdGreat history of the Island from Pirates, the WAVES who served in WW II, operation bumblebee, the development of the Osprey aircraft and much more.
Food Scene
Daddy Mac's Beach Grille
108 N Shore DrGreat food and Ocean Views
Surf City Barbeque and Catering
13500 NC-50Great food and people
Nice casual atmosphere. Really can't go wrong with the menu. And yes, the wings are good.
23 locals recommend
Coastal Wing & Spirits Co.
108 Triton LnNice casual atmosphere. Really can't go wrong with the menu. And yes, the wings are good.
Michaelangelo's
13460 NC-50If you want pizza, cannot go wrong with Michaelangelos
Activities
If you didn't bring your boat, have a day of fun in the inter-coastal on a wave runner.
36 locals recommend
Surf City Jet Ski Rentals
512 Roland AveIf you didn't bring your boat, have a day of fun in the inter-coastal on a wave runner.
Great time whether you want to play 18, hit on the range, grab a beer and something to eat from food truck of the day. Friday and Saturday offers lighted driving range. Laid back and fun for the entire family.
Ironclad Golf
2368 Country Club DrGreat time whether you want to play 18, hit on the range, grab a beer and something to eat from food truck of the day. Friday and Saturday offers lighted driving range. Laid back and fun for the entire family.