Wilmington Historic District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wilmington featuring an administrative building
Wilmington which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and interior views
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Photo provided by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com
Wilmington featuring signage
Photo provided by Darlene Perrone
Photo provided by Darlene Perrone

Popular places to visit

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

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.

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Bellamy Mansion Museum which includes a house, heritage architecture and a fountain

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.

Bellamy Mansion Museum

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.

Live Oak Bank Pavilion

Wilmington Convention Center

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the events happening in Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.

Wilmington Convention Center

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.

Cape Fear Community College

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.

Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

Activities

Picture 2 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

AU$38
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
Masonboro Inlet departure from Wrightsville Beach

Sunset Sail Tour

AU$174
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Sail Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour

History and Architecture Walking Tour

AU$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
History and Architecture Walking Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

AU$30
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Picture 2 for Activity 2-Hour, 15-Minute Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour

2-Hour, 45-Minute Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour

AU$106
per adult
2-Hour, 45-Minute Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour
Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour

Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour

AU$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour
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Our pick of the best Wilmington Historic 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$216 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$216
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,330 reviews)
A good stay!
"Nice stay with good service throughout the hotel. The location, on the water, is excellent with easy access to the bars & restaurants in downtown. WiFi and smart TVs were both very strong and prided great variety and access. Tge pool is really good overlooking the river."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

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$223 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$223
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Our room couch need to be replace Great breakfast. Clean room and great young people"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
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 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$173
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Open areas for views of different parts of the downtown area, direct view of the river, access to river walk! Close to Live Oak Pavillion for events! Clean, open and airy feel! Sitting spaces, fitness area, breakfast room with a wonderful attendant! We have enjoyed our time here!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

3 out of 5
501 NUTT STREET, Wilmington, NC
The price is AU$246 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$246
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (497 reviews)
"Always a good stay. Parking is a bit of a challenge, but they offer valet as an option. It is nice to have a decent coffee shop in the lobby, which offers breakfast items for purchase."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington

4 out of 5
101 S. Second St., Wilmington, NC
The price is AU$295 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$295
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (773 reviews)
"Wonderful property. Very friendly, helpful staff. The restaurant makes a mean breakfast burrito. This property is very dog friendly. The only problem I had was the person above me was very heavy footed and had a dog and I could hear them walking around all night so try to get a room on the third ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

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$199 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$199
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (946 reviews)
"It was ok"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington featuring an administrative building

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.

Downtown Wilmington
Wilmington featuring an administrative building

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.

Riverfront District
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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.

Brooklyn Arts District
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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.

Northside
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Ardmore

While there might not be top attractions in Ardmore, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cape Fear Museum and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.

Ardmore
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Forest Hills

While Forest Hills 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.

Forest Hills

Wilmington Historic District Travel Guide

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