Soda Pop District
Wilmington
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Popular places to visit
Carolina Heights
Enjoy an outing to Carolina Heights during your stay in Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Riverwalk
After visiting Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its festivals.
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Enjoy the student vibe at University of North Carolina at Wilmington during your visit to Wilmington. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Battleship North Carolina
Take a tour of the lead ship of North Carolina-class battleships and learn about U.S. Navy history in a unique and adventurous way.
Wilmington Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.
Mayfaire Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Mayfaire Town Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
Things to do
Public Sunset Wilmington Boat Tour Downtown Experience
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Soda Pop District
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
No, gym was not well equipped
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel is dated but a great location to everything downtown. Enjoyed my stay there! The staff is very friendly.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Victoria at front desk was fabulous! She makes Doubletree look fantastic!
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn University
Lady who checked me in was very nice BUT it was only her and there was a line. She did acknowledge the wait and apologized. Room was clean. Hotel was clean. Not five star but I didn’t pay five star price. Met the need. I would stay there again.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Incredible experience. Friendly and helpful staff, beautiful facilities and comfortable furnishings. This is a place that, over the coming years, will often see me, my family, and as many of my friends as I can tell.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Very impressed with the Embassy. We will be back
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Soda Pop District
The Bottom
While The Bottom 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.
Wilmington Historic District
Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
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.
Riverfront District
If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Carolina Place
While there might not be top attractions in Carolina Place, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cape Fear Museum and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.
