Location: Emerald Isle
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Located about a 2 ½-hours drive from the state capital of Raleigh, this welcoming strand of coastline is the perfect blend of solitude and activities. Emerald Island is by no means desolate. There are plenty of funky shops that sell traditional beach trinkets, including T-shirts, toys and water toys for the entire family. If it’s outdoor activities you want, you will find plenty of opportunities for swimming, fishing, surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, boating, sailing and more. Kids love flying kites along these sandy white beaches. You can also enjoy a plethora of sightseeing, shopping, golf and other fun activities.
Restaurants in Emerald Isle
1. Hot Wax Surf Shop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Hot Wax is your headquarters for surfboard, stand up paddle board, and kayak rentals, tours, instruction, sales, and consignments. Hot Wax has been family-owned and operated since 1987.
2. HWY 58 Bicycles
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 60 reviews
Hwy 58 Bicyles provides everything needed for your biking needs. Our technicians will look over your bike for repairs and give you an estimate on the repair cost. Bikes are available for purchase as well, where our technicians will fit a bike to you and provide all accessories you need making you smile along the way. We also have bicycles available for rent and will fit those bikes to you as well. Hope to see you here!
3. South Swell Surf Shop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
South Swell Surf Shop is your headquarters for surfboard and stand up paddle boards. South Swell Surf Shop has been family-owned and operated since 2008. Our surfboard rentals are available in all shapes and sizes and are perfect for learning to surf. Half day, daily and weekly rates are available.Take lessons from the area's best surfers. We also carry the latest mens and women's fashions from the best brands in the industry. If you are looking for that new surfboard, we have a knowledgeable staff ready to get you fitted for your new board.
4. Crystal Coast Experiences
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Our goal is to get you out of the tourist traps and into small-group, authentic experiences that truly celebrate life on the Crystal Coast. Our local hosts and guides take you behind the scenes to the spots where the locals go. We offer a variety of activities by appointment for a variety of age groups and interests. We also rent beach games like Spike ball, Bocce ball, and a Shibumi shade tent.
5. Hwy 58 Bikes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Emerald Isle's premiere bicycle rental shop. We have the cleanest, most well maintained fleet with bikes suitable for riders 2-92.
Reviewed By Mygirls1819
So easy, pre-register online and they just take it from that point. Such a smooth process and no headache. They had them dropped off in the early am and pickup on the day of checkout. Nice people and the bike riding was such a great stress release. Bikes were also in excellent condition.
6. The Point
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By Wegger1 - Emerald Isle, United States
We have owned property at the Point on Emerald Isle for 36 years. In my opinion it is one of the prettiest places on the NC coast. We live in Emerald Isle and still rent our vacation home to others so they can also enjoy this beautiful beach.
7. Emerald Isle Massage
Practicing since 2014, this office open since February 2020. We offer Swedish, Therapeutic, Deep Tissue, Thai, Thai Foot Reflexology, Lomi Lomi, Aromatherapy We will customize your massage according to your needs
8. Emerald Isle Adventures
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
9. Carolina Kitesurfing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
10. Emerald Isle Beach Gear & Linens
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3 reviews
