Northside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Carolina Heights
Enjoy an outing to Carolina Heights during your stay in Wilmington. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.
Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery
Enjoy a stop at Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Wilmington. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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.
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
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best Northside Hotel Deals
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Amazing location, fair hotel, nice view! Very enjoyable!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
This is absolutely a First Class Hotel. From the moment we checked in at the front desk, greeted by a very professional young man Preston to the time we checked out everything was perfect!!!! We were celebrating our 45th anniversary and the hotel made everything so special. This was our 2nd visit ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
Excellent hotel. Excellent stay!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn University
Clean, quiet and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Can’t wait to go back
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
room was pretty dirty but staff and breakfast was nice.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northside
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 Live Oak Bank Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
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 Bellamy Mansion Museum.
