Wilmington Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Wilmington Historic District
Stay near popular Wilmington Historic District attractions
Activities

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

History and Architecture Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Wilmington Historic District Hotel Deals

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"The system was down when we were checking in. No fault to the staff, but they have nothing in place for that situation. Once the system was back up and we checked in, we got interrupted twice during the night. Once when they gave someone else a key to our room. And an hour later when the manager ..."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

ARRIVE Wilmington

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
"Location was very nice. Easy walk to the convention center. Staff was very friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
"The rooms were clean and so were all the public spaces inside the hotel. The staff were friendly and helpful. A great central place to stay downtown"
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Wilmington Historic District

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.
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.

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.

Seagate South
While there might not be top attractions in Seagate South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Screen Gems Studios.











