- The list below includes 85 free or cheap things to do in or near Holden Beach, North Carolina, including 54 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Fishing, Mini Golf and Piers & Boardwalks.
- From Holden Beach to Ollie Raja Fishing Charters, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Holden Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Little River, Kure Beach, Oak Island and Southport.
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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.
0.9 Miles
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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.
6.7 Miles
Visitors can enjoy deep sea fishing charters and scenic boat tours aboard the King Coffin III and Playin Hooky with Oak Island Charters. The fishing trips are lead by Captain Bob Merritt, who has 45 years of experience.
7.7 Miles
A family-friendly restaurant and arcade, the Breakers Arcade in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina provides plenty of arcade entertainment and food choices, especially ice cream. Salty's Surf Shop in the facility rents out surfboards, kayaks and bikes.
7.7 Miles
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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.
8.0 Miles
Taking visitors around the various islands of the region, Oak Island Fishing Charters offers nearshore, offshore, and backwater fishing trips. These locations provide opportunities for catching Wahoo, King Mackerel, and Red Drum.
8.1 Miles
Located on the Blue Water Point Marina, Fugitive Charter Boat is a business offering charter boat rentals to those who visit. During the trips, visitors are guided by experienced captains who teach about the local area while fishing.
8.2 Miles
Visitors can explore a historic fort that spans over 2800 acres at Fort Caswell. The fort was originally constructed in 1825 to strengthen the areas defenses against notorious pirates like Blackbeard.
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6428 Beach Dr SW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
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Visitors can enjoy go kart racing and competing with up to 16 drivers at Ocean Isle Beach Super Track. The venue features scorpion go karts and a track with a variety of turns and twists.
8.8 Miles
Visit Brunswick Beaches is an organization dedicated to promoting tourism and vacationing in the Brunswick Beaches area. In addition to beaches, visitors to the area enjoy eating at local restaurants, playing golf, or shopping.