Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Wilmington
Popular places to visit
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.
The Cotton Exchange
During your visit to Wilmington, you can search for that perfect souvenir at The Cotton Exchange. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Wilmington Railroad Museum
You can study the exhibits at Wilmington Railroad Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
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.
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.
Children's Museum of Wilmington
You can take time to visit Children's Museum of Wilmington during your travels to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Activities
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour
Public Sunset Wilmington Boat Tour Downtown Experience
Our pick of the best Downtown Wilmington Hotel Deals
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
It's a nice hotel. Outstanding location. Mediocre/average service and amenities. No hot water.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
All great!!
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
The hotel and room were both clean and very nice. Staff were nice and very helpful 👍
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
ARRIVE Wilmington
Very nice people
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
This was a good, average stay. Nothing was bad. Nothing was amazing, except for the gorgeous view of the sunset on the river. The staff were nice. Breakfast was fine. I felt safe. And it's within walking distance of some great spots downtown.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Cozy Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC Nestled among The Cove Villas
Great location and such a unique place to stay
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Wilmington
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.
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.
Soda Pop District
Though Soda Pop District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.
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.
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.
