Replace candy hearts with seashells and pink carnations with crystal blue waters as you celebrate Valentine’s Day the coastal way in Wrightsville Beach.  From nature excursions to sea-to-table dining, our beach town offers you and your sweetheart endless ways to celebrate love during a romantic seaside holiday.

Alluring Accommodations

Begin your getaway on a luxurious note by reserving Trailborn Surf & Sound's Valentines Getaway package. This beachside getaway for two includes a two-night stay, a scenic harbor cruise, fresh flowers, wine and charcuterie.

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Indulge in deluxe accommodations at Lumina on Wrightsville Beach, a Holiday Inn Resort. Relish unobstructed views from your waterfront suite’s private balcony, and treat your sweetheart to a special prix-fixe menu at the onsite Solstice Oceanfront Kitchen + Cocktails. Prepared by award-winning chef William Roberts, the four-course meal features shellfish chawanmushi, filet mignon, lobster tail, truffle mashed potatoes and a strawberry pot de crème for dessert. Advance reservations are highly encouraged and can be made on OpenTable.com.

A Wonderful Wakeup

Kickstart your morning with a to-go coffee or tea from the locally owned SUNday’s Café before a breathtaking ocean sunrise. Set your eyes on the sea-sky horizon from the Crystal Pier, or bring a blanket and cuddle up on the sandy shore as the sun emerges from the surf.

 

After soaking up the sunrise together, fuel up for the day with a fortifying first meal. At a Drift Cafe table for two, dig into delightful breakfast dishes like the savory stack of pancakes and crispy potato brekkie, while sipping mimosas or coffee. Or, stop into Zeke's Beans and Bowls for travel-inspired specialties like Zeke's Bibimbap, featuring blackened tofu, veggies, eggs and homemade teriyaki sauce, and the Costa Rican Pita stuffed with black beans, chorizo and more. Vegan couples will love Surfberry’s acai bowls, superfood smoothies and other plant-based breakfast options.

 

While food is on the brain, prepare to surprise your valentine with an intimate picnic lunch at Wrightsville Beach Park. Pick up the famous chicken salad from Robert’s Grocery, or place an online pre-order for two Adapt Kitchen & Juice Bar poke bowls (Ahi Poke En Fuego is a local favorite!)

Picturesque Island Adventures

Stroll hand-in-hand around The Loop – the island's scenic 2.5-mile trail – to enjoy views of the Intracoastal Waterway, Banks Channel and beautiful salt marshes. Or, for a nominal fee, meander down Johnnie Mercers Fishing Pier, one of the only concrete piers on the East coast, to take in panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Starting from the pier, cycling couples can embark on the 11-mile River to Sea BikewayPDF File and pedal all the way to the historic downtown in Wilmington. Bike rentals are available through South End Surf Shop, The Shed WBNC and other local outfitters.

 

If you both love being out on the water, rent a tandem kayak from Wrightsville Kayak Company or Wrightsville SUP to spend the day exploring the longest barrier island ecosystem in southern North Carolina, Masonboro Island Reserve. Kick back aboard a Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours nature cruise through waterways brimming with ecological wonders. For a truly intimate and unique excursion, consider reserving a private charter on the Clover, a luxury pontoon boat offered by Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours. Set sail with your special someone and island-hop to your heart’s content.

While adventuring through Wrightsville Beach on land or water, remember to snap a Valentine’s Day selfie together. Another picturesque spot, Harbor Way Gardens provides a beautiful backdrop with benches surrounded by native plants and flowers. At the island’s north end, walk along the white sands to find a hidden gem: the Wrightsville Beach Mailbox. You and your loved one can join the long-running tradition of placing love letters inside the mailbox. Follow this guide to find the Wrightsville Beach Mailbox.

 

The ocean air instills a sense of calm and tranquility – and sharing a spa treatment adds to the rejuvenation after an active day. Treat your valentine to a restorative halotherapy session at Prana Salt Cave or a stone therapy massage at Head to Toe Spa, both located in nearby Wilmington. Couples staying at Trailborn Surf & Sound can also book 60 or 90-minute in-room massages and unwind in the sauna and hot tub.

A Table for Two

Savor quality time, coastal cuisine and waterfront views during a romantic dinner at Bluewater Waterfront Grill. The restaurant’s chef-curated Valentine’s Day specials include Irish kiss oysters, crab-stuffed flounder and other exceptional plates from land or sea. At Wrightsville’s only standalone restaurant on the beach, Oceanic Restaurant will serve a Valentine’s Day menu of chef features such as lobster ravioli and a double bone-in pork chop. Red velvet cake further sweetens the evening and complements the seaside spot’s craft cocktails.

 

Another dinner option, South Beach Grill offers gorgeous Banks Channel views and a menu of Southern-inspired favorites; the perfect ingredients for a memorable dining experience. Check their chalkboard menu for fresh-caught, daily specials. King Neptune, a reimagined Wrightsville Beach classic, offers a curated menu that features fresh, local seafood, an extensive wine list and a selection of craft cocktails. Kick back at the cozy, laidback Pirate Lounge next door after dinner.

 

A refreshing Valentine’s Day getaway to Wrightsville beach offers all the right romantic elements – luxurious accommodations, memorable activities and delicious dining – all in one coastal destination. Make this holiday one to remember by escaping to the unparallel charms and natural beauty of Wrightsville Beach.