Visiting Wrightsville Beach for Senior Travelers (60+)

Welcome to your golden years! It is a time when you can finally start checking off those bucket list destinations and when beach vacations will become your new norm for a relaxing getaway. You’ve spent plenty of decades on this Earth, and now it’s time to finally get a taste of the good life that it has to offer.

Wrightsville Beach is a haven for senior travelers. You’ll find tons of activities tailored to the 60+ crowd, local adventures that will rekindle your youthful spirit, and plenty of ways to relax and reflect on the exciting years you have in front of you.

You’ve earned your vacation. Now, it’s time to discover why Wrightsville Beach is an age-old destination for senior travelers.

Things to Do

The days of seniors sitting around on the porch and watching the days go by are over. Joining the 60+ crowd is a rite of passage that feels more like a new chapter of life, ready for tons of fun and excitement. If you consider yourself a silver adventurer, here are some thrilling activities you’ll love!

1. Enjoy the Beach

Seniors know how to “beach” the right way! Combing the beach instead of their hair, surfing the waves instead of social media, and phones are only present to take blurry selfies.

The recent beach renourishment project gives visitors much more beach to enjoy. Pitch your umbrella and beach chairs in a calm area and settle in for a few hours of uninterrupted beach time. Don’t forget the sunscreen!

Active seniors can enjoy surfing lessons from Sean’s Surf Instruction, catering to all ages—even the 60+ crowd. Rent kayaks to explore off-the-coast. And stretching out those muscles during a beach yoga session will turn back the clock a few decades on your body.

2. Take a Boat tour

Cruise your way into a good time on a Wrightsville Beach boat tour. Climb aboard a catamaran boat and set sail into the Atlantic en route to sightseeing nearby islands and delighting in an escape from busy beaches.

Good ocean conditions mean you’ll have smooth sailing on various boat excursions. Popular local boat tours include:

• Sightseeing
• Sunset cruise
• Dinner Cruise
• Private boat tour

Satisfy your seafaring wonders with a trip to Masonboro Island and Lea Island. You’ll land on shore at a private beach for a few hours to enjoy with just you and your group. Plan a dinner cruise to get a five-star dining experience against the backdrop of the vast ocean scenery. End the day with a champagne toast to ‘more life’ on a sunset cruise.

Sea Scape Properties partners with Yacht Source for private yacht rentals. Celebrate your next birthday milestone or anniversary, or add a luxurious touch to your Wrightsville Beach itinerary.

3. Explore the walkable downtown area

Show the youngsters there’s still plenty of fuel in the tank by checking off as many of the best local hot spots as you can fit into your itinerary. With its walkable downtown area, you’ll be surprised at all the shops and restaurants you can find within a close radius.

Doctor’s orders: park the car and add some steps to your pedometer. Downtown is a fun area to walk around and is just a few blocks away from many of our Wrightsville Beach vacation homes. You can find popular restaurants like King Neptune and South Beach Grill. Get a taste of vintage WB at Robert’s Grocery, the oldest store in town established in 1919, and Trolley Stop hot dogs, open since 1976. Don’t forget to add a bit of hip beachwear to your wardrobe at the Sweetwater Surf Shop.

6. Time for leisure

Did you know more than one-third of the population in Wrightsville Beach is age 60 or older? You’ll find your age cohorts enjoying the many leisure activities around town everywhere you look.

For something relaxing, cast a line on Johnnie Mercer’s Fishing Pier. Get active by biking or walking The Loop, a 2.45-mile route. Attend a free concert held at the pavilion in Wrightsville Beach Park. Explore the archives of the Wrightsville Beach Museum, which tell the story of locals dating back more than 100 years.

Tips for senior travelers

If planning a senior trip to Wrightsville Beach, keep these tips handy to ensure you make the most of your stay.

• Check for senior discounts in shops, restaurants, local activities, and public transportation
• Use caution in the water. Wrightsville Beach has lifeguards only during the peak summer months
• Know your limits. Activities like surfing, beach yoga, etc., are open for all ages, but be mindful of what your body can handle.
• Wrightsville Beach has several wheelchair-accessible access points (access #3, #4, #16, and #36. Complimentary sand wheelchairs are available.

Senior Stays in Wrightsville Beach

Forget about senior living! Wrightsville Beach is a place where seniors can travel freely, all on their own. Leave the adult kids and grandchildren behind because you don’t want them slowing you down. Find Wrightsville Beach vacation rentals with senior-friendly amenities, accessibility, and more.