Wrightsville Sound Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Airlie Gardens
After visiting Airlie Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Enjoy the student vibe at University of North Carolina at Wilmington during your visit to Wilmington. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Riverwalk
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.
Battleship North Carolina
Take a tour of the lead ship of North Carolina-class battleships and learn about U.S. Navy history in a unique and adventurous way.
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park during your trip to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Wilmington Convention Center
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.
Activities
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best Wrightsville Sound Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
"Nice for complimentary"
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The ocean and sound views were excellent and the staff was great. The on-site restaurant was very good and convienent. The only negative was the furniture in our suite was not very comfortable. Other than that, we loved our visit and would stay there again."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"I reserved the historic city view option , and what I actually got was a view of the roof, the a/c units and maybe the view of the roof of ONE of the historic buildings. The staff was amazing, however for the price that we paid we should have gotten a discount since we didn’t get the view that we ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
"The breakfast was ok, cereal or bagels, oranges. The yogurt machine was broke, assorted drinks. The room was bare bones , no decor or microwave but very clean and a nice big tv. The staff were polite and professional ."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Comfort Inn University
"Loves Sandi!!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
"The room did not have a working phone. ? Of why there was a shower cap over the smoke detector. Maintenance did respond to the issues after the 2 nd time we asked! Took the cap off the smoke detector but phone was not fixed. Housekeeping did not make the beds between days. No trash done in our room. ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Wrightsville Sound
Airlie
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Airlie and surrounding area, you can visit New Hanover County Arboretum and Mayfaire Town Center.
Mayfaire
If you're spending some time in Mayfaire, Mayfaire Town Center and Regal Mayfaire 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.
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.
Winter Park
While Winter Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Long Leaf Park.
New Market Center
While there might not be top attractions in New Market Center, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayfaire Town Center and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park.
