Dylan & Jessica

September 21, 2024 • Wrightsville Beach, NC

Dylan & Jessica

September 21, 2024 • Wrightsville Beach, NC

Things to Do

ALL THINGS FOOD

Perla Raw Bar

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1039 Ashes Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA
(910) 239-9094

Great place to get all your raw seafood. All food is yummy and the atmosphere and drinks are great! You can't go wrong with Perla it has it all!

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Kipos Hellenic Cuisine

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1900 Eastwood Rd Suite #2, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
(910) 492-2893

Get your Greek on! This place has it all, but the atmosphere takes the cake. Likely the most popular spot in the area, and always busy. The food is good, the drinks are great! The garden turns into a great nightlife spot for a party under the oak trees. Sit outdoors or indoors. Make sure you call ahead and reserve a spot if you want to eat here!

King Neptune Restaurant

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11 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480, USA
(910) 239-3055

Looking for a nicer dinner option without leaving the island, or just looking to grab a drink with the locals? King Neptune has it all! This iconic restaurant has been welcoming Wrightsville Beach diners since 1947. The area's oldest restaurant offers an exquisite dining experience, while the Pirate Bar side retains its original cozy charm and also serves a full menu.

Origins Food and Drink

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102 Autumn Hall Dr Unit 120, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
(910) 769-0041

Looking for a fancier option, Origins is your place! Amazing food and drinks, sit inside or outside. You can't go wrong!

Dockside Restaurant

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1308 Airlie Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
(910) 256-2752

Head to Dockside and enjoy a nice afternoon cocktail on the water. Situated on the Intracoastal waterway along iconic Airlie road, is the local spot to be. Watch the boats cruise by as you sip on the signature dockside painkiller.

Drift Cafe Wrightsville Beach

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114 Causeway Dr, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480, USA
(910) 236-3033

Grab our favorite local coffee or a bite to eat at one of the many famous Drift Coffee spots around Wilmington! Whether you are looking to grab and go, or take a seat and enjoy a nice morning at the cafe, Drift is the place to be.

Adapt Kitchen and Juice Bar

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32 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480, USA
(910) 679-8125

Enjoy a nutritious mid-day snack at one of our favorite local spots on the island. Grab an acaí bowl, poke bowl, yummy toast, or juice after enjoying a nice long walk on the beach.

Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill

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4 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480, USA
(910) 256-8585

In the mood for a margarita and some tacos? Look no further! Backed by the recipes and vibes of Baja California, Tower 7 brings the ultimate experience, with the freshest ingredients and laid back atmosphere that you’ll never want to leave. Drop into Tower 7, where everyone’s a local!

Oceanic at Crystal Pier

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703 S Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480, USA
(910) 256-5551

Grab a drink or a bite to eat at Wrightsville’s iconic oceanfront restaurant! Panoramic beach views, the soothing sounds of the surf, and the calming atmosphere that only the ocean can bring. Oceanic first came onto the Wrightsville Beach dining scene in 1990 and has become a beloved hangout ever since.

ALL THINGS FUN!

Wrightsville Beach

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Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480, USA

The town of Wrightsville Beach is home to five miles of wide, sandy beaches, beautiful crystal blue water, and stunning views surrounding the island. "WB" is recognized as one of the top ten surf towns in the U.S. by Surfer Magazine. RELAX, take a dip, go for a surf, and enjoy one of the east coasts most prestigious beaches! See you there :)

Airlie Gardens

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300 Airlie Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
(910) 798-7700

Visit Airlie Gardens and walk the grounds of one of Wilmington's most serene places. Airlie’s historic property encompasses more than 67 acres of spectacular gardens, seasonal blooms, mighty live oaks, walking trails and historic structures. The self-guided walking experience allows visitors to explore more than a dozen gardens; including the Pergola, Minnie Evans Bottle Chapel & a seasonal Butterfly House.

Wrightsville SUP

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96 W Salisbury St, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480, USA
(910) 378-9283

Ready to experience the infinite adventures of Wrightsville Beach? From paddleboard rentals to fat tire bikes, nighttime SUP to SUP group rentals, and renting a kayak or outrigger canoe, it has never been easier nor more fun than with the locals at Wrightsville SUP! Wrightsville SUP offers various options based on your skill level and comfort zone. Leave your worries on land and let’s glide through the beautiful flatwater of the southern North Carolina waterways and pristine Atlantic Ocean.

Shred The Gnar

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96 W Salisbury St, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480, USA
(910) 260-4627

Shred The Gnar is owned and operated by Women's World Champion and Liquid Force team rider Kara Austin. Kara is a dear friend, has a great passion for wakeboarding and wakesurfing, and loves spreading the Shred to everyone! Whether wakeboarding, wakesurfing, foiling, tubing, or cruising the waterway you will have a blast with some of the coolest people in town!

Historic Downtown Wilmington

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1 S Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA

The Historic Downtown Wilmington offers something for everyone! Shoppers can delight in the eclectic mix of locally owned and operated shops. Foodies can savor a variety of cuisines served up in trendy bistros and down-home pubs. History fans can visit the many historic sites downtown has to offer. Whether you are walking the riverfront, enjoying a guided tour, or brewery hopping, downtown is always the place to be!

ALL THINGS SHOPPING

Sweetwater Surf Shop

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10 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480, USA
(910) 256-3821

Sweetwater Surf Shop was established in 1976, and is still run today by a family of long-time locals. Located a block from one of the best surf breaks in town, in the heart of Wrightsville Beach. In addition to one of the largest surfboard and wetsuit selections on the east coast, they offer board rentals, boutique-style après surf threads, and the friendliest expert staff in town. Stop by. Shop around. Get to know our friends at Sweetwater. Then get in the water!

Mayfaire

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6835 Conservation Way, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA
(910) 256-5131

With over 90 shops and restaurants, Mayfaire is a wonderfully innovative destination for one-stop shopping, dining and entertainment. No two visits to Mayfaire are ever the same, as you’ll find whatever you’re looking for with options including Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Barnes & Noble, The Fresh Market, Pottery Barn, H&M, Williams-Sonoma and much more.