Guidebook for Carolina Beach

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Guidebook for Carolina Beach

Sightseeing

Enjoy the concerts, fireworks and carnival rides during the summer season.
37 locals recommend
Carolina Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park
1 Cape Fear Blvd
37 locals recommend
Enjoy the concerts, fireworks and carnival rides during the summer season.
A don't-miss experience in the summer months. Fireworks on Thursday nights and live music on the weekends.
37 locals recommend
Carolina Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park
1 Cape Fear Blvd
37 locals recommend
A don't-miss experience in the summer months. Fireworks on Thursday nights and live music on the weekends.

Food Scene

Fun cafe with a relaxed atmosphere and live music.
175 locals recommend
SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar
227 Carolina Beach Ave N
175 locals recommend
Fun cafe with a relaxed atmosphere and live music.
One of the fancier spots on the island.
115 locals recommend
Havana’s Restaurant
1 N Lake Park Blvd
115 locals recommend
One of the fancier spots on the island.
A local favorite. Very Italian.
109 locals recommend
Freddie's Restaurant
105 K Avenue
109 locals recommend
A local favorite. Very Italian.
Best sushi on the island and delicious desserts - come early on the weekends - it gets crowded!
43 locals recommend
Nikki's Gourmet & Sushi
6 S Lake Park Blvd
43 locals recommend
Best sushi on the island and delicious desserts - come early on the weekends - it gets crowded!
We may be biased, but we think these are the BEST donuts in the US. Be prepared to wait in line for fresh, hot glazed donuts!
277 locals recommend
Britts Donuts
13 Carolina Beach Ave N
277 locals recommend
We may be biased, but we think these are the BEST donuts in the US. Be prepared to wait in line for fresh, hot glazed donuts!
Great spot for lunch heading to or from the aquarium.
58 locals recommend
Jack Mackerels Island Grill
113 K Avenue
58 locals recommend
Great spot for lunch heading to or from the aquarium.
Great views, good pub food and live music. Right next to the marina.
22 locals recommend
Gibby's Dock & Dine
315 Canal Dr
22 locals recommend
Great views, good pub food and live music. Right next to the marina.
The BEST clam chowder I've ever had. Also other delicious seafood. Great lunch or dinner spot.
113 locals recommend
Michael's Seafood Restaurant
1206 N Lake Park Blvd
113 locals recommend
The BEST clam chowder I've ever had. Also other delicious seafood. Great lunch or dinner spot.

Entertainment & Activities

Perfect for a rainy afternoon
550 locals recommend
North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead Rd
550 locals recommend
Perfect for a rainy afternoon
Be sure to check out the farmers' market on Saturday mornings.
47 locals recommend
Carolina Beach Lake Park
400 S Lake Park Blvd
47 locals recommend
Be sure to check out the farmers' market on Saturday mornings.

Everything Else

Walking distance from the condo - amble down to the various charter boats for day and 1/2 day fishing trips.
Cape Fear Coastal Charters
123 Page St
Walking distance from the condo - amble down to the various charter boats for day and 1/2 day fishing trips.
A longer walk, or a quick car ride down from the condo for great pier fishing!
17 locals recommend
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
17 locals recommend
A longer walk, or a quick car ride down from the condo for great pier fishing!
Great for a half day outing!
6 locals recommend
Fort Fisher
Fort Fisher
6 locals recommend
Great for a half day outing!
Closest golf course to the island - I hear it isn't easy, but a very short drive.
Masonboro Country Club
8610 Sedgley Dr
Closest golf course to the island - I hear it isn't easy, but a very short drive.