Top 4 Indoor Activities in Kure Beach, NC

After soaking up the sun at Carolina Beach or strolling the shores of Harper Beach, dive into a sea of alternative activities waiting to make your coastal adventure even more memorable! Embark on an exploration of marine life at an aquarium, test your wits with escape room challenges, and delve into the military history of the region at a dedicated museum, offering a diverse range of enriching experiences in the local area. Keep reading to learn more about our top 4 suggestions:

North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher

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• Distance from Wander Kure Beach: 2 miles

• Location: 900 Loggerhead Rd, Kure Beach, NC 28449 

• Hours: 9AM-5PM 

• Phone: (910) 772-0500

• Website: https://www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher 

Discover the wonders of nature and aquatic life at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Established in 1976 as Marine Science Centers and later renamed as Aquariums in 1986, these facilities, aim to inspire appreciation and conservation of aquatic environments. Explore the rich history of these attractions, administered by the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, and marvel at the diverse marine life, including sharks, sea turtles, stingrays, and more, in the 235,000-gallon Cape Fear Shoals habitat at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Don't miss the touch experiences featuring yellow stingrays, sea stars, and pencil urchins in the Coquina Outcrop habitat.

If all this talk of water has you wanting to swim, explore our luxury Kure Beach oceanfront rentals with pools. Or, check out our other oceanfront vacation properties in North Carolina.

iEscape Rooms

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• Distance from Wander Kure Beach: 3.7 miles

• Location: 100 N Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC 28428

• Hours: 12PM-12AM 

• Phone: (910) 707-3948

• Website: https://www.iescaperooms.com/ 

Located in the heart of Carolina Beach, iEscape offers an immersive escape room experience amidst a vibrant hub of dining, shopping, arcades, and entertainment. Test your wits with our challenging live-action escape room games, where you have 60 minutes to find clues, solve puzzles, and successfully escape. Fun awaits for the whole family!

North Carolina Military History Museum

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• Distance from Wander Kure Beach: 0.5 miles  

• Location: 123 Riverfront Rd, Kure Beach, NC 28449

• Hours: 12PM-4PM Friday-Sunday 

• Phone: (919) 251-7325

• Website: https://www.ncmilitaryhistoricalsociety.org/ 

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of North Carolina's military history with The Society, dedicated to collecting and preserving artifacts, photos, and papers related to the state's service members. Focused on education, the Society funds the publication of Recall magazine, operates the North Carolina Military History Museum, and hosts an annual meeting and symposium, inviting all to explore and appreciate the state's pivotal role in American conflicts.

Carolina Beach Arcade

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• Distance from Wander Kure Beach: 3.8 miles 

• Location: 103 Carolina Beach Ave N, Carolina Beach, NC 28428

• Hours: 12PM-12AM  

• Phone: (910) 707-3948

• Website: https://www.facebook.com/CarolinaBeachArcade/ 

Step into the lively world of Carolina Beach Arcade, where the vibrant lights and sounds of arcade games create an exhilarating atmosphere. Enjoy a nostalgic gaming experience with a variety of games and win exciting prizes at this local arcade, making it the perfect destination for fun-filled moments with family and friends.

Kure Beach has a world of adventures waiting for you including a luxury vacation at Wander Kure Beach. For more details on how to book, more things to do and where to eat, message our 24/7 Wander Concierge directly through the app or via text at 737-377-3205. See you soon in Kure Beach!