Best 68 things to do in Southport, NC

Paddle the Cape Fear River and search Shark Tooth Island

Paddle past marshes, islands, and secluded beaches while spotting local wildlife

Explore oyster shelves and historic jetties on a leisurely river paddle

Explore Zeke's Island’s shifting marshes, tidal flats, and islands by kayak

Paddle Intracoastal waterways and explore Masonboro Island by kayak

Paddle to Shark Tooth Island and search its shores at your own pace

Paddle Zeke's Island's marshes, tidal flats, and wildlife habitat

Greet the day paddling Zeke's Island's tidal reserve

Paddle Masonboro Island's salt marshes and coastal waterways

Sail across Masonboro Inlet on a 2-hour afternoon cruise

Sail calm morning waters on the Intracoastal Waterway

Sail into the evening with waterfowl views and possible dolphin sightings

Ride a high-performance e-bike along the scenic River to Sea Bikeway with beach time at Wrightsville

Ride a high-performance e-bike through downtown Wilmington and Greenfield Lake Park

Ride an e-bike to Airlie Gardens with a guided or self-guided route

Rent an electric mobility scooter and get around Wilmington with ease

Trace Wilmington’s past with historian Dr. Chris Fonvielle

Watch Wilmington’s evening colors from a fully enclosed catamaran

Enjoy sunset views of downtown and wildlife with a full bar and comfortable indoor-outdoor seating

Enjoy a relaxing 1-hour narrated cruise with views of Wilmington and Battleship North Carolina

Explore Wilmington's landmarks, riverfront, and wine tasting in one day

Step inside Wilmington's Bellamy Mansion and its Civil War-era history

Discover the rebels, spies, and champions who shaped Wilmington’s history

Hear true stories of the women who challenged Wilmington’s history