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Topsail Island · Visitor Guide

⚓ North Carolina · Barrier Island

Topsail Island

A 26-mile barrier island with three communities — North Topsail Beach, Surf City, and Topsail Beach. Here's everything worth doing during your stay.

26
Miles of Beach
3
Communities
200+
Local Businesses
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Boat Rides, Charters & Water Tours

Tiki Tours LLC
Tate Tucker's Water Shuttle
Serenity Point Sandbar
Topsail Intracoastal Adventures
Sloop Point Charter Company
Topsail Voyages
Intracoastal Cruises, LLC
Coastline Captain Services
Topsail Boat Tours
Pirate Fishing and Cruise Boats
Lea Island Excursions
Anchors Up Island Adventures
Breadman Ventures Guide Service
Native Son Guide Service
Fishing charter
Daniel Powell Badfish Fishing Charters
Drifter Sportfishing & Charters
South End Anglers — Capt. Chadwick
Fishing charter
South End Adventures
Fishing charter
Faith Surf Fishing
Fishing charter
A&B Salt Water Adventures
Fishing charter
Topsail Fishing Charters
FantaSea Private Charters
Topsail Island Fish & Dive Adventures
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Restaurants

Many locations feature live music and events. Waterfront highlights noted.

Surf City & Island
Surf City Line
Ocean views · 2-min drive
📍2112 N New River Dr, Surf City
Daddy Mac's Beach Grille
Oceanfront
📍108 N Shore Dr, Surf City
JM's on the Water
Sound view · boat dock
📍602 Roland Ave, Surf City
Sears Landing
Sound view · boat dock
📍806 Roland Ave, Surf City
Breezeway Restaurant
Best sunset spot · sound view · boat dock
📍634 Channel Blvd, Topsail Beach
Surf City Smash
📍100 Charlie Medlin Dr Suite B, Surf City
Beach Bum's Pizza Bar & Grill
📍4021 Island Dr, North Topsail Beach
Revival Surf City
Bar & Grill
📍2111 N New River Dr, Surf City
High Waters Bar and Grill
📍614 N New River Dr B, Surf City
SurfDog Bites and Brews
📍204 N New River Dr A, Surf City
The Peak Taphouse & Kitchen
📍205 Roland Ave, Surf City
Beauchaine's 211
📍211 S Topsail Dr, Surf City
Maine Lobstah Shack
📍411 Roland Ave, Surf City
Shuckin Shack Oyster Bar
📍13460 NC-50 #101, Surf City
unWINEd Wine Bar & Beer
Charcuterie, paninis, wine & beer · Live music
📍114 N Topsail Dr, Surf City
Crab Pot
📍508 Roland Ave, Surf City
Cowfin Bar and Grill
📍13500 NC-50, Surf City
Topsail Steamer Seafood
📍302 S Topsail Dr, Surf City
Santorini Greek & Italian Bistro
📍205 S Topsail Dr, Surf City
Buddy's Crab House & Oyster Bar
📍101 Roland Ave, Surf City
Margaritas Mexican Grill & Cantina
📍204 N New River Dr, Surf City
The Fast Fish Poke + More
📍205 Roland Ave, Surf City
Aarrr Pirate Bar & Grill
📍2000 New River Inlet Rd, North Topsail Beach
Captain Mike's Tavern & Beer Garden
Sandwiches, hot dogs, burgers
📍518 Roland Ave A, Surf City
Coastal Wings Surf City
📍108 Triton Ln, Surf City
Splash by the Sea
Oceanfront
📍790 New River Inlet Rd, North Topsail Beach
Low Tide Steakhouse & SandBar
📍13741 NC-50, Surf City
Fancy Sushi Asian Fusion
📍124 N New River Dr, Surf City
Lewis Seafood
Seafood market
📍822 Carolina Blvd, Topsail Beach
Surf City BBQ
📍13500 NC-50 Unit 112, Surf City
Surfin Hot Chicken
📍104 Charlie Medlin Dr Unit D, Surf City
Camino Real Mexican Restaurant
📍13460 NC-50, Surf City
Shaka Taco Surf City
📍107 N Shore Dr, Surf City
Cora's Isle-End Deli
📍712 S Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach
Michaelangelo's
📍13460 NC-50 #102, Surf City
Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries
📍N New River Dr, Surf City
Larry's Deli-Que
📍718 S Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach
Max's Pizza
📍602 Roland Ave A, Surf City
Margherita Pizza Co
📍112 Charlie Medlin Dr Unit A, Surf City
Smokey Tony BBQ
📍511 N US 17, Holly Ridge
New York Corner Deli
📍206 N Topsail Dr, Surf City
Wildfire Pizza
📍614 N New River Dr Suite F, Surf City
Eventide — Beer, Wine, Cigars
Casual eatery
📍106 N New River Dr, Surf City
Salty Turtle
Brewery · order food delivery from local restaurants
Beach Shop and Grill
📍701 S Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach
Hot Diggity Dog
Hot dog & burger stand · outdoor seating only
📍103 S Shore Dr, Surf City
Sunrise Bagel Co
Bagels & sandwiches
📍303 S Topsail Dr Unit B, Surf City
Sneads Ferry Area (~15 min drive)
Riverview Café
📍119 Hall Point Rd, Sneads Ferry
Agave Azul Modern Mex & Cantina
📍1269 NC-210, Sneads Ferry
Spiaggia Ristobar
📍1068 NC-210, Sneads Ferry
Rick's Restaurant & Sports Bar
📍510 Petes Wy, Sneads Ferry
Lo-re-Lei Pub & Grill
📍1019 Old Folkstone Rd, Sneads Ferry
Topsail Island Brewing
📍514 Petes Wy, Sneads Ferry
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Bars & Nightlife

The Trailer Bar
📍1701 N New River Dr, Surf City
Tortuga's Nest
📍1713 N New River Dr, Surf City
Gilligans
📍14085 NC-50, Holly Ridge
The Sea Witch Lounge
📍13775 NC-50 Ste. 103, Surf City
Tiki Bar at North End Market
📍2183 New River Inlet Rd, North Topsail Beach
Hulas Bar & Grill
📍2107 N New River Dr, Surf City
JM's Pub
📍522 N New River Dr, Surf City
The Salty Hawg
📍115 Sugar Ln, Sneads Ferry
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Ice Cream, Coffee & Sweet Treats

Beach Bunny Ice Cream
📍501 Roland Ave, Surf City
Scoops Microcreamery
📍714 S Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach
The Last Mango, Italian Ice & Ice Cream
📍4021 Island Dr, North Topsail Beach
Sea Blue Coffee & Ice Cream
📍116C S Shore Dr, Surf City
Sweet Island
📍306 Roland Ave, Surf City
Four Cousins Ice Cream
📍718 S Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach
Sweet Alicious
📍14260 NC-50, Surf City
Sugar Kingdom
Ice cream & candy store
📍125 N Topsail Dr, Surf City
Topsail Treats
📍2000 New River Inlet Rd, North Topsail Beach
Surf City Pier Grill
Ice cream · breakfast all day · burgers · seafood
📍112 S Shore Dr, Surf City
The Daily Grind
Coffee shop · ice cream & donuts
📍114 N Topsail Dr, Surf City
Daybreak Donuts
Donut shop
📍303 S Topsail Dr, Surf City
Bahama Mama's Hawaiian Shaved Ice
Shaved ice & mini donuts
📍116B S Shore Dr, Surf City
Phroyo
Frozen yogurt · 15-min drive (Hampstead)
📍201 Alston Blvd Ext J, Hampstead
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Activities & Attractions

High Tides and Good Vibes
Bowling · laser tag · axe throwing · arcades · sport simulators
Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue & Rehab
Topsail Aquarium & Touch Tank
Missiles and More Museum
Ecological Marine Adventures
Boat tours · educational activities · summer camps
Shipwreck Point Miniature Golf
Topsail Beach Skating Rink
📍714 S Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach
Hot Mess Studio
Pottery · painting · candle making · summer camps
Topsail Beach Pickleball Courts
The Seacoast Art Gallery
Surf City Surf School
Group & private lessons · summer camps
Aquaholics Boat Rentals
Picnic Haven
Luxury picnic experience
Surf City Boat Rentals
Hidden Ships Distillery
XIT Rooms — Escape Room & Amusement Center
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Parks & Outdoor Spaces

Soundside Park
Kayak & paddleboard launch · boat ramp · amphitheater · boardwalk & fishing pier · playground
📍517 Roland Ave, Surf City
Kenneth D. Batts Family Park
Basketball · boardwalk · playground · picnic area
📍911 S Topsail Dr, Surf City
Topsail Beach Town Center Park
Pickleball · tennis · basketball · playground · picnic
📍624 S. Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach
North Topsail Beach Town Park
Basketball · tennis · playground · picnic area
📍465 New River Inlet Rd, North Topsail Beach
Earl G. & Inez Batts Recreational Complex
Skate park · sand volleyball · inclusive playground · trails
📍380 J.H. Batts Rd, Surf City
Nelva R. Albury Recreation Area
Beach access · playground · picnic area
📍101 Broadway Ave, Surf City
Surf City Bark Park
Dog park
📍201 Community Center Dr, Surf City
Surf City Disc Golf Course
📍102 H2O Place, Surf City
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Fishing Piers & Charters

Surf City Pier
Jolly Roger Fishing Pier
Hotel at the pier
Seaview Fishing Pier
Sneads Ferry — 12-min drive
Faith Surf Fishing
Charter
South End Adventures
Charter
A&B Salt Water Adventures
Charter
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Shopping

Bumblebee Market
Mia's Marketplace
Herring's Outdoor Sports
Salt Marsh Market
Topsail Island Trading Company
Gift Basket of Topsail Island
Surf City Gifts & Beachwear
Surfside Sportswear & Gifts
Bargain Beachwear
Bert's Surf Shop
Sandy Toes Boutique
Kings Beachwear
Southend Outfitters
Coral Cottage Boutiques
Topsail Way Shopping Center
📍965 Old Folkstone Rd, Sneads Ferry
Fisher Collective
Blue Ridge Boutique
On Shore Surf Shop
Eagles Beachwear
Spinnaker Surf Shop
East Coast Sports
North Topsail Surf & Paddle
Sugar Island
Breeza Beachwear
Tsunami Surf Shop
Coastal Charm Marketplace
Topsail Island Popcorn
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Rentals

Topsail Beach Service
Beach chair rentals
50 South Surf Shop
Surfboards · kayaks · bikes · paddleboards · chairs & umbrellas
Beach Bliss Rentals
North Topsail Surf & Paddle
Topsail Surf & Cycle
Surf City Jet Ski & Watersports
Surf City Boat Rentals
Hammerhead Yard Games Rentals
Shoreline Party Rentals
Full-service · caterers, florists, DJs
Pumped Up Party Rentals
Inflatables · water slides
Soundside Inflatables
Coastal Concierge Services
Chairs · coolers · boards · luggage & grocery services
Elite Golf Cart Rentals
📍200 US-17 South, Holly Ridge
Paddle NC
Paddleboards & kayak rentals

Golf

Drive times from Topsail Island noted.

North Shore Golf Course
~10 min
Birdie's Indoor Golf Club
~13 min · Indoor
Ironclad Golf
~20 min
Olde Point Country Club
~20 min
Castle Bay Golf Course
~30 min
Eagle Point Golf Club
~35 min
Bear Trail Golf Club
~40 min
Porters Neck Country Club
~40 min
Paradise Point Golf Course
~40 min
Rock Creek Golf & Country Club
~45 min
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course
~50 min
Cape Fear Country Club
~50 min
Beau Rivage Golf & Resort
~60 min
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Wellness, Yoga & Spa

Yoga & Fitness
Topsail Yoga Collective
Lea Island Yoga & Adventures
Surf City Flow
Paradise Pilates TI
Yoga Divine & Massage
📍624 US-17 #2, Holly Ridge
Within — Yoga & Wellness
Spa & Massage
Inis Spa
Bluewater Wellness Aesthetics & Massage
Isla Advanced Skincare
📍13567 NC-50 B, Surf City
The Float Spa SF
Float therapy · massage · coaching
Island Hydration & Aesthetics
Bare Beach Studio
Aloha Massage & Bodyworks
Photography
Seaside Topsail Photography
Beach Photo
Evelynne Rose Photography
Topsail Beach Family Photographer
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Day Trips from Topsail

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Wilmington
45 – 60 minutes away
USS Battleship North Carolina
1 Battleship Rd NE, Wilmington
Wilmington Riverwalk
Downtown Wilmington
Historic District
230 blocks · carriage & ghost tours available
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead Rd, Kure Beach · ncaquariums.com
Airlie Gardens
Wilmington Railroad Museum
Bellamy Mansion Museum
Cameron Art Museum
Cape Fear Museum of History
New Hanover County Arboretum
6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington · nhcgov.com
Masonboro Island Reserve
Access by boat or tour · deq.nc.gov
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
Johnnie Mercer's Fishing Pier
Wilmington International Airport
1740 Airport Blvd, Wilmington
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Jacksonville
~45 minutes away
Zing Zumm Children's Museum
Swingin' Things
Mini golf · batting cages · driving range · swinginthings.com
Jacksonville Paintball & Airsoft Park
Glo-Mania Lazer Tag
Altitude Trampoline Park
Bowl Arena Bowling Alley
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
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