Old Bridge Museum
This is the swing bridge that used to be the only way onto the island until 2010 when they built the big one. It was the last swing bridge on the NC coast.
Ingram Planetarium
One of our favorite rainy day activities. They have a variety of shows from stars to laser light shows.
Calabash Creamery
The best ice cream around. Try the Cowabash Crunch and get a picture with Scoop and Dot.
Callahan's
If you need a gift, they probably have it. Massive store. Delicious fudge. St. Nick Nack's is fun for when you need a little Christmas cheer.
The Original FAMOUS Bagel Dock Café
BAGELS! And other breads and sandwiches, but we come here just for the bagels.
MMM Que Rico
Delicious Peruvian restaurant (next to the Creamery--dessert?). Haven't had anything bad here yet, but the empanadas are top notch.
Blondiez Donuts
This is a fun local donut shop with coffee and boba tea. The mom and daughter duo are fun to talk to. They even have a truck for catering because donuts are better for birthdays.
Life Is Sweet Bakery
This is one of those places that looks a little sketchy outside but is really delicious. Haven't had anything bad here yet. The cinnamon rolls are massive.
Honorable Mentions
- Spilt Milk - gelato & desserts. The key lime donut is the best!
- Sugar Shack - Jamaican
- Fibber McGees - Irish pub
- Beck's Restaurant - seafood
- Eggs Up - breakfast
- Soufflé's - French place with good breakfast
- Bennet's Grill and Café - hamburgers & cinnamon sugar hushpuppies
- Sunset Beach Maze Man - keep an eye on his Instagram to see when he finishes his beach mazes
You can also check out the Town of Sunset Beach's website for events like Turtle Talks, yoga, Sunset historical walks, etc.