South Front District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The resting place of the USS NORTH CAROLINA

Stay near popular South Front District attractions

Waterline Brewing Co.

After visiting Waterline Brewing Co., make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington.
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Activities

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
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
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

AU$28
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
5 Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour

5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour

AU$115
per adult
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour
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Our pick of the best South Front District Hotel Deals

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is AU$310 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$310
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,685 reviews)
"I Love Your facility but this time I was very surprised of how unclean it was."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is AU$129 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$129
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,493 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was clean."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Comfort Inn University
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is AU$163 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$163
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

2.5 out of 5
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is AU$215 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$215
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
Spark by Hilton Wilmington

Spark by Hilton Wilmington

2.5 out of 5
4721 Market St Wilmington NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$121 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$121
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
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$235 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$235
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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
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Our guide on where to stay in South Front District

Find the best South Front District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with a bridge in the background, a dock with boats, and a cityscape on the left.
Photo by Jackie Rodriguez
Open Photo by Jackie Rodriguez

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.

A historic white building with columns, a fountain, and lush green trees.

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.

A historic brick building with a sign reading "The Cotton Exchange".

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.

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.

A wooden pier extending into calm water with a covered seating area and a bridge in the background.

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.

South Front District Travel Guide

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