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Southport, NC, United States
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Southport, NC, United States
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Cheapest month:January
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Southport:$144/night
Cheapest price found:$75/night
Cheapest day:Monday
Most expensive day:Saturday
$97 - $205
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$106 - $203
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

About Southport, NC

Overlooking the mouth of the Cape Fear River, Southport was established in the mid-18th century as a fort to defend the Carolina coast against pirate attacks. It was originally known as Smithville after a colonel in the Continental Army, who fought during the Revolutionary War. In the early 20th century, it became a major commercial port when it was connected by rail to Wilmington.

Things to do in Southport

One of Southport’s most popular attractions is the North Carolina Maritime Museum, which delves into the fascinating history of the local waterways. Learn about the notorious local pirate Stede Bonnet and see artefacts from the colonial port of Brunswick, then get up close to part of a 2,000-year-old Native American canoe. Also exhibited are models of Southport’s most notable vessels.

After your visit, enjoy a stroll through Waterfront Park, which offers magnificent views across the Cape Fear River. You can cast a fishing line from the pier that extends into the water, relax on one of the porch swings or learn about the history of Whittler’s Bench. Just behind the Southport Fishing Pier is the Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center, which explores the city’s evolution.

If you want to experience what it was like to be locked up in times gone by, head to the Old Brunswick County Jail. It was here that jail scenes from the 1986 film “Crimes of the Heart” were filmed featuring Sissy Spacek. This beautifully restored, red-brick jail dates back to 1904 and features period cells and jailers' living quarters.

Getting around Southport

Southport is around 40 minutes’ drive from Wilmington and Wilmington International Airport, which has flights to destinations across the United States. Regular buses connect to Southport and the city centre is compact enough to explore on foot.

Facts about staying in Southport, NC

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  • What are the best hotels in Southport?

    656 reviews rated Wingate by Wyndham Southport with an average score of 7.6/10. It may also be worth looking into the Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island, which received a rating of 8.5/10 from 575 reviews. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport could also be a good option, with a score of 9.0/10 from 323 reviews.

  • How much do hotels in Southport cost?

    The average price of a hotel in Southport is $434 per night, based on the last 3 days’ data.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Southport?

    Over the last 3 days, Southport hotels have been found for as cheap as $112/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

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