Wilmington Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Wilmington Historic District
Popular places to visit
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Enjoy a performance at Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, a theatre with a story to tell in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Bellamy Mansion Museum
Follow curving paths in the lush Victorian-style gardens and explore this opulent mansion in the heart of downtown Wilmington, North Carolina.
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.
Live Oak Bank Pavilion
You can get tickets for a performance at Live Oak Bank Pavilion during your stay in Wilmington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Cape Fear Community College
Explore the campus of Cape Fear Community College during your stay in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
You can enjoy a show at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College during your trip to Wilmington. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Activities
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Two- Hour Group Surfing Lesson in Cocoa Wrightsville Beach, NC
Our pick of the best Wilmington Historic District Hotel Deals
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The View
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Great location! Room was big with a nice riverfront view! Hotel staff was friendly and accommodating! Good breakfast.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Front desk staff was great. Friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Wonderful place and wonderful staff!!!!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
very friendly staff
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
It was very good.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around 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.
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.
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.
Northside
Though Northside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.
Dry Pond
While Dry Pond 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.
