Things to Do in Surf City, NC

  • Our list of the best things to do in Surf City, North Carolina, features the top 60 nearby activities — including 32 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Surf City, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Water Activities, Tours, Outdoor Places, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 14 things to do within the city of Surf City, NC , followed by 46 popular activities in nearby cities, including Wrightsville Beach, Wilmington, Sneads Ferry, Jacksonville, Topsail Beach and New Bern
  • Our list of the best things to do in Surf City, North Carolina, features the top 60 nearby activities — including 32 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Surf City, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Water Activities, Tours, Outdoor Places, and Sights & Landmarks.
  • The results below include the top 14 things to do within the city of Surf City, NC , followed by 46 popular activities in nearby cities, including Wrightsville Beach, Wilmington, Sneads Ferry, Jacksonville, Topsail Beach and New Bern
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0.1 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.
0.2 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.
0.1 Miles
100% 3 votes
Surf City, NC 28445 MoreLess Info
Offering lessons on wake boarding, water skiing, wake skating, and wake surfing, Wake Up Water Sports at Topsail Island is a great place for family and friends to visit. All ages and abilities are welcomed.
0.2 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.
6.2 Miles
69% 36 votes
Skating Rinks 714 S Anderson Blvd., Topsail Beach, NC 28445 MoreLess Info
The Topsail Skating Rink on Topsail Beach is a roller skating rink. It is located above the post office, and has hardwood floors, 45-RPM music, and a record player, along with sodas and snacks.
6.3 Miles
88% 48 votes
History Museums Topsail Beach, NC MoreLess Info
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.
6.4 Miles
88% 320 votes
Other Services 822 Carolina Blvd, Topsail Beach, NC MoreLess Info
Since 1996, the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation facility has been treating injured and sick sea turtles. About 20 turtles at a time have their injuries cared for and viruses cured before they are released when feasible.
6.4 Miles
89% 63 votes
Playgrounds Topsail Beach, NC 28445 MoreLess Info
An amusement area for all ages, Patio Playground is a popular tourist destination on Topsail Beach. Along with miniature golf, visitors can also enjoy an arcade, ice cream shop and dancing on Friday nights.
9.2 Miles
72% 47 votes
Jet Skiing 1343 Hwy 210, Sneads Ferry, NC 28460 MoreLess Info
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.
12.4 Miles
78% 9 votes
Art Gallery 328 Peru Road, Sneads Ferry, NC 28460 MoreLess Info
Established in 1980, the Thurston Art Gallery is a location that displays and sells a number of artistic works and items. These include local art, shirts, jewelry, totebags, and many other items.
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