Dry Pond Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Dry Pond
Popular places to visit
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.
Mayfaire Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Mayfaire Town Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
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.
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
True Crime Tour of Wilmington
Our pick of the best Dry Pond Hotel Deals
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"Liked private beach, heated pool. Would have liked a better coffee pot. The one in room 513 needed to be cleaned or replaced. Also there was lots of hair accumulated in the indoor pool from other swimmers that stuck on hands while swimming. Liked veranda"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
"Love it"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"my room did NOT have air conditioning and the maintenance staff was unable to fix that, when i asked for another room i was told there no rooms available. The staff did not try to assist me in finding another hotel in Wilmington that was part of the Hilton Tapestry or any other accommodations. My ..."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
"We only stayed one night for college orientation, but everything was clean, the staff was friendly and we had everything we needed"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Comfort Inn University
"Aside from only having one elevator, everything else was great. Clean, easy access, good parking situation, and the staff were generally very helpful!"
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
"Would have loved an outdoor pool and free parking."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Dry Pond
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
