Riverfront District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Riverfront District attractions

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Riverwalk

9.2/10 (225 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

AU$34
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

AU$28
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Picture 5 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

AU$36
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour

History and Architecture Walking Tour

AU$36
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
History and Architecture Walking Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

AU$28
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Sailing Charters in Wilmington

Sailing Charters in Wilmington

AU$128
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
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Our pick of the best Riverfront District Hotel Deals

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is AU$206 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$206
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3.5 out of 5
9 Estell Lee Place Wilmington NC
The price is AU$219 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$219
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

3 out of 5
501 NUTT STREET Wilmington NC
The price is AU$254 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$254
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (634 reviews)
"Beautiful room and walking distance to everything"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 out of 5
503 Nutt St Wilmington NC
The price is AU$173 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$173
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Cuando llegue primero la puerta estaba bien dura para abrir, el mal olor del cuarto y el baño y la limpieza fue bien mal hecha que dejé algo en el suelo y allí sigue de lo mal que limpiaron una sola vez. El hotel necesita cariño por qué ya está en una buena localización"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington

4 out of 5
101 S. Second St. Wilmington NC
The price is AU$221 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$221
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (942 reviews)
"The hotel is clean and beautiful, and the location is ideal in the downtown a few minutes by foot from the riverfront. The type of service is mostly self service if you don’t mind that. If you need new towels the next day or bins changed then you need to arrange it yourself and follow through with ..."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

ARRIVE Wilmington
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

3 out of 5
229 North 2nd Street Wilmington NC
The price is AU$213 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$213
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Water heater broke twice during my week stay. Amenities are not good. No full breakfast just a cafe that’s not even staffed some days in the afternoon. Will not be back."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
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Our guide on where to stay in Riverfront District

Find the best Riverfront District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Photo by Jackie Rodriguez
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Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

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Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, 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 Beach Museum of History.

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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.

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 Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

Riverfront District Travel Guide

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