Southport, NC Walking Tour

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join the only walking tour offered in Southport, NC and learn about this unique nautical city!
Come learn how a fort at the mouth of the Cape Fear River becomes Smithville and then Southport. Learn about local waters, pirates, river pilots and civil war blockade runners.
Take this walking tour to learn the history and culture of the small town, along with fun facts about the area. See the oldest homes in town and enjoy a stroll in the coastal breezes.

What's Included

Walking Tour
Guided history tour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

meet under the picnic pavilion

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Learn about pirates! the local waters and how they shape the town

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Meet here to discuss the lighthouses, Bald Head Island and the areas waters

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    See the historic houses along this part of Bay Street

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The loop includes the corner of church and state and old Southport commercial drag for the 1880s

    3 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Discuss native Americans who would have been in the Southport area historically

    5 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Amanda Leese

Tags

Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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