Free & Cheap Things to Do in Surf City, NC

  • The list below includes 31 free or cheap things to do in or near Surf City, North Carolina, including 48 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Islands, Parks and Piers & Boardwalks.
  • From Soundside Park to Surf City Pier, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Surf City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Wrightsville Beach, Jacksonville, Wilmington and Topsail Beach.
  • The list below includes 31 free or cheap things to do in or near Surf City, North Carolina, including 48 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Islands, Parks and Piers & Boardwalks.
  • From Soundside Park to Surf City Pier, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Surf City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Wrightsville Beach, Jacksonville, Wilmington and Topsail Beach.
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33.3 Miles
- 5 votes
Mini Golf 906 N Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 MoreLess Info
Carolina Beach Jungle Mini Golf is a beachside 18 hole miniature golf course with a jungle theme to its decor and obstacles. The facility also features a six stall batting cage structure and an arcade.
33.3 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 1121 N Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 MoreLess Info
Run by the Federal Point Historic Preservation Society, the Federal Point History Center houses museum displays featuring local history from prehistoric, colonial, and civil war periods, development of current attractions, a research library, archives, and a gift-shop.
33.6 Miles
74% 39 votes
Arcades Carolina Beach Ave, Carolina Beach, NC MoreLess Info
Located directly on the beach boardwalk, the Carolina Beach Arcade offers classic games for those who want to take a break from the water. Visitors can enjoy basketball, car racing, frog hop, colorama, and of course skeeball.
33.6 Miles
95% 22 votes
Food Tours Carolina Beach, NC MoreLess Info
Tasting History takes visitors on a tasting tour of Carolina Beach, where they learn about the history of the surrounding island and experience tastings from selected restaurants. The tour is 2 1/2 hours and includes 5-6 restaurants.
33.6 Miles
67% 370 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Carolina Beach Ave S. & Harper Ave, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 MoreLess Info
Ranked as one of the top ten boardwalks in the nation, the Carolina Beach Boardwalk is bustling with shops and other family fun. Music, amusement rides, weekly fireworks, and specialty stores keep visitors coming back.
33.6 Miles
82% 28 votes
Breweries 811 Harper Avenue at Dow Road, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 MoreLess Info
Good Hops Brewing brings quality beverages to the local community. Visitors can bring their own food or order appetizers from the taproom. Tours and tastings are available, in addition to several ongoing events and contests.
33.6 Miles
100% 142 votes
Paddleboarding 1020 State Park Road, Carolina Beach, NC 28428 MoreLess Info
Offering small-group kayak and paddle boarding tours, Paddle NC is located in Carolina Beach State Park. The company gives guided eco-tours that familiarize visitors with the distinctive ecosystem of the park area.
33.6 Miles
100% 7 votes
Beaches Carolina Beach, NC 28428 MoreLess Info
As a coastal park, Carolina Beach has a variety of restaurants and shops for visitors to explore. The beach has a wooden boardwalk where visitors can lounge and enjoy the ocean views.
34.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Fishing Emerald Isle, Emerald Isle, NC 28594 MoreLess Info
Visitors looking for a bottom fishing or trolling experience on the scenic Crystal Coast can sign up for half or full day excursions through Reel Life Adventures. Bait and tackle, ice, coolers, and trip photos are all provided.
36.0 Miles
87% 47 votes
Parks 105 Atlantic Ave, Kure Beach, NC MoreLess Info
A multi-purpose outdoor area, Oceanfront Park is a premier event space for musical concerts and other performances. With views of the Atlantic Ocean, it is also a popular venue for special events such as weddings and birthday celebrations.
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