Airlie Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Airlie Gardens
After visiting Airlie Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
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.
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.
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park during your trip to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
Activities
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
True Crime Tour of Wilmington
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best Airlie Hotel Deals
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
The property was beautiful and the beach was uncrowded and very clean. That said shower water pressure was weak, bed is very hard in the king suite, and the pool bar was not open all weekend.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Everything was great in the beginning all the staff were very friendly and helpful until our last night. WE had been there to attend our goddaughter's wedding. After the event we went back to our room, changed into our PJ's and decided to go sit outside by the waterfront. Well, we left our key in ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
Overall my stay was nice but a coffee maker in the room and clean floors in the room would've been better. My feet were filthy after walking around the room so I had to throw on socks so I wasn't getting into bed with dirty feet. Also, the rooms facing the parking lot need better black out curtains ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Comfort Inn University
This place is reasonably priced and close to everything. It comes with a hot breakfast and plenty of parking.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Main reason for the rating is the fact they didn’t have coffee in lobby for free. You had to pay the Starbucks and it wasn’t open u til after 7
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Pirates Cove
The A/C was ice cold when we got to the room .Turned the heat on and that worked perfectly too. The room was spotless. Would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Airlie
Wrightsville Sound
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wrightsville Sound and surrounding area, you can visit New Hanover County Arboretum and Mayfaire Town Center.
Mayfaire
If you're spending some time in Mayfaire, Mayfaire Town Center and Regal Mayfaire are top sights worth seeing.
Landfall
While there might not be top attractions in Landfall, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayfaire Town Center and Wrightsville SUP.
Seagate South
While there might not be top attractions in Seagate South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Screen Gems Studios.
Winter Park
While Winter Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Long Leaf Park.
New Market Center
While there might not be top attractions in New Market Center, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayfaire Town Center and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park.
