Attractions
OIB Community Center
The Community Center is open during March through November. Planned activities for adult's are held in the Spring and Fall with children's activities scheduled during the months of June, July and August. Visit the Ocean Isle beach web page for a listing of these activities.
Some local attractions on the Island would be a visit to the miniature golf course, Museum of Coastal Carolina, The Fishing Pier, or the Breakers Arcade. Immediately off of the island is another Mini golf and A Mini Go-Cart Supertrack.
Brunswick Town
Brunswick Town and Fort Anderson was a major pre-Revolutionary port on North Carolina’s Cape Fear River founded in 1726 and burned by the British in 1776 and never rebuilt. Now the visitor center houses several displays of artifacts gathered from the ruins. Free admission. (910) 371-6613. www.nchistoricsites.org/Brunswic/brunswic.htm
Old Baldy Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum
Built in 1817, the state’s oldest lighthouse is available for daily tours on Bald Head Island. You can explore the octagon shaped lighthouse with some 100 steps and a wooden ladder that leads to wonderful views of the island and more. The Islands rich past can be discovered at the Smith Island Museum. The island is accessible by ferry from Southport and no cars are allowed. You can explore this quaint island by bike or golf cart (available for rental on the island). Museum admission: $3 per person; children 3 and under free. www.oldbaldy.org
Battleship North Carolina
Located on the Cape Fear River, just across from downtown Wilmington, you can surround yourself in World War II history aboard the USS North Carolina. More information about admission and tour times can be found at www.battleshipnc.com.
Wilmington
While in town explore downtown historic Wilmington. Browse the shops of The Cotton Exchange and the many antiques shops around Front Street. If you are lucky enough to visit during the spring, the annual North Carolina Azelea Festival will wow you with colorful landscapes. Wilmington's downtown is but one area to explore while visiting New Hanover county. Midtown is jam packed with the University of North Carolina at Wilmington traffic and students. Stay off of College if at all possible for a less stressful drive. From Downtown take the Martin Luther King bypass and Eastwood Road to explore the shopping of Mayfair, The Landfall community and Wrightsville beach.
On the North side traveling down South College you will travel through the Monkey Junction community, on toward Carolina Beach or travel on to Fort Fisher and visit the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Located at the mouth of the Cape Fear River, this aquarium welcomes visitors to “The Waters of the Cape Fear.” From here you can enjoy what the Cape Fear River has to offer: freshwater streams, coastline habitats and the open ocean. (866) 301-3476. www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher
Art/Antique Galleris & Wineries
Visit our local art galleries and antique shops to better understand and appreciate the flavor of Ocean Isle Beach. Located on highway 17, north of Shallotte, is the Doe Creek Art Gallery well known for its fine, original art. Drive 30 minutes and you will find the quaint Victorian port town of Southport. There you can explore a variety of art galleries and antique shops, a true North Carolina experience. There are two wineries in the area that offer locally produced great tasting wine.
Silver Coast Winery
The only winery in the area, Silver Coast is located just 15 minutes from the beach in inland Ocean Isle. You can enjoy picnics, wine tasting's and local art all in one close location.
(910) 287-2800. www.silvercoastwinery.com
While staying with Cooke, enjoy our Guest Rewards Program ** Show your Cooke Realty key and receive Two for One Wine Tasting while visiting Silver Coast Winery.
La Belle Amie Winery
Located in South Carolina, this operating vineyard is open to the public. You can check out the Wine Tasting Room for samples or join them for fun festivities. (843) 399-WINE (9463). www.labelleamie.com
In Shallotte
Planet Fun
Planet Fun offers bowling, laser tag, kids bowling, arcade and dining. Nearby is the Frank Theater offering the most current new releases from Hollywood.
Holden Brothers
Holden Brothers provides farm fresh produce located just four miles from Ocean Isle in a great, easy to get to location.
If are traveling to Myrtle beach we'd like to recommend a short stop at a well kept secret. Indigo Farms Market www.indigofarmsmarket.com/ offers farm fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade bakery items, simple lunch fare and a complete lawn and garden section. There are a number of farm animals that you could visit with to make it a well rounded visit to the farm. Indigo Plantation is located on Hwy 9.
Myrtle Beach
South Carolina so close to enjoy. You'll love coming back to Ocean Isle after a day in Myrtle Beach! We encourage a day trip to nearby Myrtle Beach where you and the kids will enjoy a variety of entertainment, shopping & dining experiences. A few of our young favorites: Build A Bear, Medieval Times.
Myrtle Waves Water Park
Enjoy South Carolina’s largest water park with over 20 acres of fun. The park hosts over 30 water soaked rides and attractions for a full day of fun. (843) 913-9260. www.myrtlewaves.com
Ripley’s Aquarium
Located at Myrtle Beach’s Broadway at the Beach, Ripley is South Carolina’s most visited attraction. Housing both fresh water and salt water species, people of all ages have fun discovering sharks, stingrays, living corals and more! (800) 734-8888. www.ripleys.com
Medieval Times
Enjoy an 11th century tournament and battle while feasting on an impressive four-course meal. Guests are transported back in time cheering on knights with this fun-filled adventure.
Tickets and show times: (800) 436-6779. www.medievaltimes.com
Other Myrtle Beach Attractions
Broadway At the Beach
Dixie Stamped
Hard Rock Cafe
Planet Hollywood
All of these activities will make treasured childhood memories. No matter what entices you the most, a great time will be had by all.
