Erica and Chris’ Guidebook
Sightseeing
There’s a reason so many movies are filmed here…so come and see it for yourself! We hope you’ll make memories for years to come as you experience our special little beach town.
Carolina Beach is famously known as Pleasure Island for reason and this boardwalk scene is one of them! Make sure to visit during the day and also at least one evening during your visit.
184 locals recommend
Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Carolina Beach Avenue SouthCarolina Beach is famously known as Pleasure Island for reason and this boardwalk scene is one of them! Make sure to visit during the day and also at least one evening during your visit.
Kure Beach Pier
100 Atlantic AveJust down the island take in Kure Beach Pier and Boardwalk!
The tranquil little island is where it’s at, but you’ll need to take the ferry and rent a golf cart once you’re there. No cars, lots of nature and history and a sweet little downtown. Great get away for the day!
73 locals recommend
Bald Head Island
The tranquil little island is where it’s at, but you’ll need to take the ferry and rent a golf cart once you’re there. No cars, lots of nature and history and a sweet little downtown. Great get away for the day!
See a Venus fly trap in its natural setting! Bike, boat, fish, hike, take in the wildlife or swim at this little oasis.
245 locals recommend
Carolina Beach State Park
1010 State Park RdSee a Venus fly trap in its natural setting! Bike, boat, fish, hike, take in the wildlife or swim at this little oasis.
Perfect little aquarium with a real heart for preservation! You won’t find dolphins here because those belong in the ocean, but you’ll learn about them and see many, many other ocean and river creatures that are native to this place.
550 locals recommend
North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead RdPerfect little aquarium with a real heart for preservation! You won’t find dolphins here because those belong in the ocean, but you’ll learn about them and see many, many other ocean and river creatures that are native to this place.
Carolina Beach
Fort Fisher State Historic Site
1610 Fort Fisher Blvd SJungle Rapids Family Fun Park
5320 Oleander DrCape Fear Museum of History and Science
814 Market StRiverfront Park
North Water StreetBar Scene
Coolest island dive!
The Fat Pelican
8 S Lake Park BlvdAll kinds of craft beers in a super unique environment!
SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar
227 Carolina Beach Ave NGreat live music and atmosphere!
The Dive Food & Spirits
6 N Lake Park BlvdFun little and full of locals!
High Tide Lounge
1800 Carolina Beach Ave N
HopLite Irish Pub and Restaurant
720 N Lake Park BlvdIf you like a pub, this is your scene!
Hurricane Alley's
5 BoardwalkThe Last Resort
600 North Lake Park BoulevardFood Scene
Island Burgers & Bites
111 Carl Winner DrBest burger on the island and yes—it’s in a gas station🤣
Michael's Seafood Restaurant
1206 N Lake Park BlvdBest seafood on the island!
Pop's Diner
109 N Lake Park BlvdBest diner food and late night eats! Get the hushpuppies...yum!
Fentoni pizza
1018 Carolina Beach Ave NFresh and delicious 🍕
Nauti Dog
5 Cape Fear BlvdCreative and delicious dogs on the CB Boardwalk!
Stoked Restaurant
313 Canal DrNice bar/restaurant on the water!
Britts Donuts
13 Carolina Beach Ave NThe FAMOUS local donuts 🍩
Fresh produce, farmers market typeface with a little bit of everything at this unique CB jewel. Great place to pick up reasonably price freezer meals to eat on budget without sacrificing time to cook and super tasty! Vegan options—try they enchiladas!
86 locals recommend
The Veggie Wagon
3315 Masonboro Loop RdFresh produce, farmers market typeface with a little bit of everything at this unique CB jewel. Great place to pick up reasonably price freezer meals to eat on budget without sacrificing time to cook and super tasty! Vegan options—try they enchiladas!
Voted BEST pizza on island! The crust is especially delicious 🤤
27 locals recommend
Michaelangelos Pizza
9 S Lake Park BlvdVoted BEST pizza on island! The crust is especially delicious 🤤
Sunday brunch is the absolute best, but Havana’s entire menu is on point everyday!
115 locals recommend
Havana’s Restaurant
1 N Lake Park BlvdSunday brunch is the absolute best, but Havana’s entire menu is on point everyday!
Good barbecue, awesome views from their rooftop area and great live music!
49 locals recommend
Carolina Smokehouse
9 Pavilion Ave SGood barbecue, awesome views from their rooftop area and great live music!
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dive spot! Try the welly bites, scotch egg and burgers!
48 locals recommend
Fork n Cork
102 Cape Fear BlvdDiners, Drive-Ins and Dive spot! Try the welly bites, scotch egg and burgers!
Lazy Pirate Island Sports Grill
701 N Lake Park BlvdFun environment and great food/drinks!
Freddie's Restaurant
105 K AvenueThe BEST Italian and pork chops EVER!
Lake Park Steakhouse
12 Lake Park Boulevard SouthDelicious steaks and build your own salads!?!?!
Gulfstream Restaurant
78 Myrtle AveYummy breakfast and great outdoor seating deck!
The BEST biscuits and pies plus their jam is a must! Take only, but so good you can’t pass them up! Super fast service!!!
34 locals recommend
The Southerly Biscuit & Pie
1206 N Lake Park BlvdThe BEST biscuits and pies plus their jam is a must! Take only, but so good you can’t pass them up! Super fast service!!!
Kate's Pancake House
102 S Lake Park BlvdThis local favorite is a must!
The island is full of great breakfast place and this little dive is one of them! Try the breakfast BLT 🥪
34 locals recommend
Granny's Country Kitchen (Carolina Beach)
1310 S Lake Park BlvdThe island is full of great breakfast place and this little dive is one of them! Try the breakfast BLT 🥪
The Fudgeboat
107 Carolina Beach Ave NUmmm, yeah! You need this in your life.
My favorite ice cream place because I’m vegan and and they ALWAYS have vegan options. Super cute place too!
6 locals recommend
Latella Gelato
11 BoardwalkMy favorite ice cream place because I’m vegan and and they ALWAYS have vegan options. Super cute place too!
Coffee Grinds
Best little coffee shop with local artisans goods and a special little kids spot. They also have plenty of non-dairy and sugar free options!
30 locals recommend
Majik Beanz Espresso
10 S Lake Park BlvdBest little coffee shop with local artisans goods and a special little kids spot. They also have plenty of non-dairy and sugar free options!
Happy Hippies Java Hut
109 K Avenue
Crush & Grind
7 Harper AvenueSweet photo op with your coffee? You’ll get it here!
Fun Stuff To Do
This place has a TON of beach games for rent and they deliver!
Polar Bear Beach Games
6 Harper AveSea Legs Pedal Pub
Pleasure Island Rentals
2 N Lake Park BlvdSunfun Rentals
505 N Lake Park BlvdCarolina Beach Lake Park
400 S Lake Park BlvdPaddle boats!
Tony Silvagni Surf School
107 Charlotte AveLearn to surf with this local pro!
Salty Dog Yoga & Surf
915 a N Lake Park BlvdBeach yoga...yup!