Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington

Wilmington showing an administrative building
Wilmington featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and interior views
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Wilmington showing signage
Photo provided by Darlene Perrone
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Popular places to visit

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

Enjoy a performance at Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, a theatre with a story to tell in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Bellamy Mansion Museum showing a fountain, a house and heritage architecture

Bellamy Mansion Museum

4/5(1 review)

Follow curving paths in the lush Victorian-style gardens and explore this opulent mansion in the heart of downtown Wilmington, North Carolina.

Bellamy Mansion Museum

Live Oak Bank Pavilion

You can get tickets for a performance at Live Oak Bank Pavilion during your stay in Wilmington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Live Oak Bank Pavilion

Wilmington Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.

Wilmington Convention Center

Cape Fear Community College

Explore the campus of Cape Fear Community College during your stay in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

Cape Fear Community College

Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

You can enjoy a show at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College during your trip to Wilmington. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

Things to do

Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour

Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour

HK$204
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour
True Crime Tour of Wilmington

True Crime Tour of Wilmington

HK$141
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
True Crime Tour of Wilmington
Picture 2 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

HK$196
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
4.5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour

5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Tour

HK$667
per adult
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour

History and Architecture Walking Tour

HK$196
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
History and Architecture Walking Tour
Picture 2 for Activity 2-Hour, 15-Minute Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour

3-Hour Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour

HK$549
per adult
3-Hour Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour
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Top hotels in Wilmington Historic District

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC
The price is HK$1,128 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
HK$1,128
HK$1,274 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,223 reviews)
Fantastic
"Great location to access the Wilson Center, downtown and the river walk. The restaurant Sugo was phenomenal! Great food and service. Every hotel employee I spoke with was nice. It seems like the staff enjoy their jobs."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3.5 out of 5
9 Estell Lee Place, Wilmington, NC
The price is HK$1,128 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
HK$1,128
HK$1,274 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"We’ve come here a few years in a row now, and we’ll most likely be back! Staff was mostly very helpful and polite. We like the setup in the water and close to old Wilmington so we can easily walk and explore all it has to offer! So glad to have discovered this hotel. Didn’t really like the barking ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

3 out of 5
501 NUTT STREET, Wilmington, NC
The price is HK$1,303 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
HK$1,303
HK$1,472 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (471 reviews)
"Staff was friendly, lobby is spaciousness with plenty of seating. Check in was great. They gave us an extra parking pass for the day for my friends son who was visiting with us for the day which I thought was awesome. It’s walkable to everything downtown. The beds are super comfortable and the air ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

3 out of 5
229 North 2nd Street, Wilmington, NC
The price is HK$1,123 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
HK$1,123
HK$1,269 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (913 reviews)
"the property is within walking distance from the riverwalk, restaurants, bars, etc. great location!"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 out of 5
503 Nutt St, Wilmington, NC
The price is HK$861 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
HK$861
HK$973 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Great location
"Awesome location. Next to river walk and walking distance to downtown. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Complimentary breakfast was good. Room was very clean but could be updated. It had a refrigerator but no microwave."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington

4 out of 5
101 S. Second St., Wilmington, NC
The price is HK$1,236 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
HK$1,236
HK$1,530 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (732 reviews)
Beautiful Updates
"Love the updates to this hotel! Decor is beautiful and love the thoughtful extras (umbrella, makeup washcloths and additional toiletries, bathrobe, steamer). Grounds are also beautiful and there is cornhole. Had dinner at the restaurant (Dram Yard) and the duck breast was superb."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

ARRIVE Wilmington
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Other neighbourhoods around Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington showing an administrative building

Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

Downtown Wilmington
Wilmington showing an administrative building

Riverfront District

If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.

Riverfront District
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Brooklyn Arts District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Brooklyn Arts District and surrounding area, you can visit Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

Brooklyn Arts District
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Northside

Though Northside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

Northside
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Forest Hills

While Forest Hills may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

Forest Hills
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Sunset Park

While Sunset Park isn't home to many top sights, Greenfield Lake Amphitheater and Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sunset Park

Wilmington Historic District