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Southport, located at the mouth of the Cape Fear River, the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean has long served as a protection harbor for sea-going craft. From the pirate ships of yesterday to the fishing and recreational vessels of today, the city has long been noted for its quiet beauty and hospitality.
Just walking underneath the huge sprawling oak trees that line the avenues leading to beautiful historic homes takes you back to a gentler, friendlier period of time. Although a laid back lifestyle exist, Southport is a bustling city. Southport has 15 antique shops with 75 dealers, historic sites, the Southport Maritime Museum, wonderfully diverse restaurants, art galleries and relaxing parks.

The most popular park in Southport is Waterfront Park. From the park you can watch large transoceanic ships from every country pass on their way up the Cape Fear River to the State Ports, creating remarkable photographic oppertunities. Southport is so photogenic that a number of motion pictures and TV films have been made here.

Although it is Victorian in appearance, Southport was founded in 1792 and its history predates its own creation. The Indian Trail Tree in Keziah Memorial Park is estimated to be over 800 years old and was used by the Cape Fear area Indians. Bonnet's Creek was a haven for Stede Bonnet, The Gentleman Pirate, who operated in the area and was captured in the habor during the 'Battle of the Sand Bar' in 1718.

To truly understand the history and to experience Southport's touch, one must pay a visit to our town. Begin your visit at the Southport 2000 Visitor's Center, where maps, brochures and self-guided walking tours can be found. Just around the corner is the Southport Maritime Museum, where vistors can travel through Southport's maritime history. Take time out from sight-seeing to enjoy Southport's historic business district. The many antique and gift shops along Howe and Moore Streets give visitors a chance to walk and browse at their leisure. Also, be sure to walk along the Southport Riverwalk and visit the shops around the Yacht Basin and near the Marina. Finally, take time to enjoy wonderful local food at the many fine restaurants around town and pick up some fresh seafood from the fish houses along the Yacht Basin.

Southport is situated between Myrtle Beach, SC and Wilmington, NC, both within about a one hour drive. The Southport 2000 Visitor Center address is 107 E. Nash Street, Southport, NC 28461

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