Shipwreck Lodge

 Kids with a pail and shovel
1 Take a spin on the ferris wheel There’s always something to do here, including special events that change with the seasons. To learn about these special events, you can visit the web sites listed in the Links to Area Attractions section.

In addition to special events, the Shipwreck is convenient to lots of popular attractions in Carolina Beach and surrounding areas.
  • Go deep-sea fishing or take a moonlight cruise; we’re only 2 blocks from the marina.
  • Enjoy year-round fishing from the beach, or from two nearby fishing piers.
  • Play a round of golf at one of several nearby golf courses.
  • Tour the Fort Fisher Civil War Museum and historical site, only 5 minutes away
  • Challenge the kids to a round of mini golf.
1 Visit the historic Bellamy Mansion Historic downtown Wilmington. 
Make sure to save some time to explore beautiful downtown Wilmington, only 20 minutes away.
  • Tour the USS North Carolina, a retired World War II battleship.
  • Visit the local art and history museums.
  • Tour beautiful antebellum homes and historic buildings.
  • Take a walking tour of the historic district.
  • Enjoy sightseeing from a horse-drawn carriage.
  • Shop for unique gifts at the Cotton Exchange or Chandler’s Wharf.
1 Coming in 2002...a bigger, better aquarium!
  
The North Carolina State Aquarium at Fort Fisher is currently working on an expansion to triple its size! The new aquarium will feature more displays with more types of marine life, both freshwater and saltwater.

P.S...If your vacation plans usually include a visit to the aquarium, we thought you might like to know that the aquarium will be closed during the renovation until sometime in 2002.

 Visit the sharks at the aquarium

1 Links to Area Attractions
There are several web sites that talk about fun and interesting things to do around here. We’ve put together a list of links to sites we think you’ll like.
  • North Carolina: A Better Place to Be: a very complete guide to things to do and see throughout the state. Includes heritage and culture, events and festivals, outdoor activities and attractions. Lets you search by location, dates, type of activity, etc. Includes detailed descriptions, hours, address/phone, admission info, etc.
  • FactNet: North Carolina’s Southern Coast: a guide to nearby activities. Includes very detailed descriptions for many of the attractions, complete with hours, admission charges and phone numbers.
  • Cape Fear Coast Visitors Guide: loaded with information! From the main menu you can select: Attractions (museums, parks, historic sites, etc.), Activities (amusement parks, parasailing, mini golf, Battleship North Carolina, etc.), Events (festivals, tournaments, etc.), Golf, Dining and Shopping.
  • Cape Fear Coast Convention and Visitors Bureau: a great list of things to do, including addresses and phone numbers for area attractions.
  • Island Moments Magazine: if you’re into fishing, this is the place to look...get info on fishing charters, fishing news, tournaments, bait & tackle, marine weather...even photos of last years’ big catches!
  • Things to See in Wilmington, The Definitive Guide: a nice list of attractions with detailed descriptions of each activity and lots of photos.
  • Cape Fear Live: Events: maybe you want something different from the typical tourist attractions. This site covers art exhibits, theatrical performances and festivals, as well as community events. The event calendar shows happenings for each day of the current month.
  • Cape Fear Live: Nightlife: if you’re looking for nightlife, movies or music this is the site for you. You’ll find clubs, theaters, hours, addresses and even band reviews.
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Shipwreck Lodge: 910-458-5557 / Reservations: toll-free 1-866-458-5558
(8 a.m. to 11 p.m., please)
412 Carolina Beach Avenue North, Carolina Beach, NC 28428
email: info@shipwrecklodge.com