Wilmington Beach Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Carolina Beach Boardwalk

5/5(1 review)

Bring the family to Carolina Beach Boardwalk and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Carolina Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Carolina Beach

Carolina Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carolina Beach during your travels in Carolina Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier

Carolina Beach Fishing Pier

Learn about the local history of Carolina Beach with a stop at Carolina Beach Fishing Pier. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
Freeman Park

Freeman Park

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Freeman Park during your travels in Carolina Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Freeman Park
Carolina Beach State Park

Carolina Beach State Park

You can take time to visit Carolina Beach State Park during your travels to Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Carolina Beach State Park

Carolina Beach Lake Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Carolina Beach Lake Park during your travels in Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Carolina Beach Lake Park

Activities

Picture 2 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

AU$38
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
Picture 2 for Activity 2-Hour, 15-Minute Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour

2-Hour, 45-Minute Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour

AU$106
per adult
2-Hour, 45-Minute Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

AU$1,373
per traveller
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise

AU$1,157
per traveller
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise
Ask about our coastal offshore sailing experiences

Private Charter

AU$1,182
per traveller
Private Charter
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

AU$1,220
per traveller
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise
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Our pick of the best Wilmington Beach Hotel Deals

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

2.5 out of 5
1211 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is AU$239 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$239
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,202 reviews)
"Very nice hotel as it was clean, the staff was very pleasant and responsive. The food was fresh and delicious. Overall great hotel and I will return."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
Oceaneer

Oceaneer

2 out of 5
1621 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$239 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$239
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (54 reviews)
"Awesome staff!!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Oceaneer
Sea Colony by Carolina Retreats

Sea Colony by Carolina Retreats

3.5 out of 5
1311 LAKE PARK BLVD S APT 12A, Carolina Beach, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free parking, cable TV channels, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"It was an end unit, so it had beautiful views. Also had an elevator and a luggage cart, no walking stairs with all your things!!. Pool was great too! The unit was updated and very nicer decorated. I plan on staying here again!!"

Reviewed on 15 July 2025

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Sea Colony by Carolina Retreats
Spacious 6-bedroom ocean view home, 1 minute walk to beach!

Spacious 6-bedroom ocean view home, 1 minute walk to beach!

Carolina Beach
Stay at this vacation home in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
"This was perfect for our family at the beach! There was more than enough room for everybody and great space for us to all hang out together. It was a quick walk to the beach and close to restaurants and stores. Our host was so responsive and great about helping us whenever we had a question or a ..."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

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Spacious 6-bedroom ocean view home, 1 minute walk to beach!
Best Ocean View in Carolina Beach..

Best Ocean View in Carolina Beach..

Carolina Beach
Book a stay at this beach condo in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (157 reviews)
"Fantastic ocean view. Clean."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

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Best Ocean View in Carolina Beach..
Fully Upgraded for 2025 Huge Deck, Full-Size Pool, Beach Front, Linens Included

Fully Upgraded for 2025 Huge Deck, Full-Size Pool, Beach Front, Linens Included

Carolina Beach
Book a stay at this beach condo in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (160 reviews)
"Our favorite place was the deck with an unobstructed view of beach. The deck was like an extension of the condo with carpeting and lounge furniture as well as a dining table. It was just like the photo. We enjoyed an evening on the deck with the moon shimmering on the ocean. Decor is very beachy, ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

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Fully Upgraded for 2025 Huge Deck, Full-Size Pool, Beach Front, Linens Included
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Other neighbourhoods around Wilmington Beach

Carolina Beach featuring rides

Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown

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