- Our list of the best things to do in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, features the top 127 nearby activities — including 68 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Carolina Beach, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Water Activities, Tours, Amusement, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 16 things to do within the city of Carolina Beach, NC , followed by 111 popular activities in nearby cities, including Wilmington, Southport, Wrightsville Beach, Kure Beach, Oak Island, Bald Head Island and Holden Beach
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27.5 Miles
69%
36 votes
714 S Anderson Blvd., Topsail Beach, NC 28445
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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.
27.5 Miles
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.
30.4 Miles
Managed by the USDA Forest Service, the Island Creek Trail is a lovely half-mile hiking trail. It is fairly flat and suitable for novice hikers, and affords breathtaking views of native and transplanted vegetation. The trail is free to use.
32.6 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.
32.6 Miles
91%
119 votes
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.
32.6 Miles
Located right on the beach, Salty's Surf Shop sells surfing and skateboarding gear, clothing and apparel, and also rents out kayaks, boards and bikes. They even offer umbrellas and chairs for rentals of 3 or more days.
32.9 Miles
100%
43 votes
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Oib Surf & Java
6278 Beach Dr SW,, Unit 6, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
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Oib Surf & Java is a great alternative to large coffee shop chains, offering a variety of coffee, tea, and smoothie flavors, including dairy-free options. While there, visitors can also shop for swim and surf gear, jewelry, and more.
33.2 Miles
100%
1 votes
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.
33.3 Miles
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.
33.5 Miles
Destroyed by passing hurricanes and rebuilt several times, Surf City Pier offers fishing spots with a tackle shop, cleaning stations, and bait area. The pier also has shops that sell souvenirs and a burger joint.