Attractions

Several attractions mark Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and the Fort Fisher, N.C., area. Find miles of glorious, sandy North Carolina beaches, rhythmic ocean waves and the newly restored Carolina Beach boardwalk. Most of the attractions in this small, family-oriented community are of the natural variety, including surf fishing, charter boat excursions and walking, hiking or camping at Carolina Beach State Park.  The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is good for sunny or rainy days. The Fort Fisher State Park and Historic Site has walking tours, a small maritime forest and an indoor museum and theater. About 13 miles up the road, Wilmington hosts the Battleship North Carolina, Cape Fear Museum of History and numerous other attractions.

Tregembo Animal Park will delight and amaze kids of all ages. Carrying on a family tradition that goes back more than 50 years, the Tregembos have expanded and updated the zoo to create habitats for their animals from around the world. There are some of the familiar zoo favorites like a...read more

This is one of the most biologically diverse parks in North Carolina and a contender for the most beautiful park in the area. Maritime forest, sandhill terrain, waterfront and sand ridges support carnivorous plants and centuries-old live oaks. Six miles of easy trails wind throughout the park. Excellent overnight camping facilities...read more

Tired of sunbathing? Try exploring Carolina Beach in a Deuce Coupe, Surrey or Chopper from Wheel Fun Rentals. The Deuce Coupe is a covered bicycle built for two, allowing couples to pedal side-by-side (great idea for a date). Equipped with lights, the four-wheeled covered Surrey can seat up to six adults...read more

Visitors to the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher encounter an astounding variety of aquatic life. From inland habitats through coastal waters to aquatic environments beyond the coast, the stunning exhibits showcase a variety of aquatic settings. Located on the ocean, east of U.S. 421 and south of Kure Beach (15...read more

Fort Fisher was the last major Confederate stronghold to fall to Union forces during the Civil War. It was the linchpin of the Confederate Army's Cape Fear Defense System, which included forts Caswell, Anderson and Johnston and a series of smaller batteries. Largely due to the tenacity of its defenders, the...read more

More than transportation, this half-hour crossing is a journey into the natural and social history of the Cape Fear River. You'll have excellent views of Federal Point, Zeke's Island and The Rocks from the upper deck. On the Southport side, you'll spot historic Price's Creek Lighthouse at the mouth of the...read more