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.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Walking Tour
Guided history tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Southport Waterfront Park
meet under the picnic pavilion
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Walking Tour
Guided history tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Southport Waterfront Park
meet under the picnic pavilion
Return
Itinerary
1
Southport
Learn about pirates! the local waters and how they shape the town
5 minutes
2
Southport Waterfront Park
Meet here to discuss the lighthouses, Bald Head Island and the areas waters
5 minutes
3
East Bay Street
See the historic houses along this part of Bay Street
5 minutes
4
Moore Street
The loop includes the corner of church and state and old Southport commercial drag for the 1880s
3 minutes
5
Indian Trail Meeting Hall
Discuss native Americans who would have been in the Southport area historically